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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

May 29, 1950

Page

2

Canberran Taxi Ranks Faulty Phones Cause Delays

Ane Lesepnone reports widespread phone outages disrupted cab ranks in Canberra on Friday causing hire delays. Mr Baal Stubbs of the Fire Car Proprietors' Association said many cabs were out of order and requests to fix the line were initially delayed until Monday. A phone fault yesterday afternoon left about 30 percent of Can Rab cabs nonfunctional as the association thanked the public for support and noted cabs operating overnight despite the cold.

Wntll & Am Fire Car Proprietors’ Association Baal Stubbs Taxt Alleg

One Killed and Seven Injured in Camden Collision

Sydney report states a man was killed and seven injured when two cars collided near Camden. Alfred John Byrne, owner of the Mellen Hotel, was a passenger. driver Brian Carney, 27, and another passenger were shaken but unhurt. Charles Luncombe, 28, suffered a fractured skull and remains in critical condition. five others sustained minor injuries.

Sydney Amt Camden Tilled Alfred John Byrne Mellen Hotel Brian Carney Manger

Forbes Faces Flood Threat Again

Forbes and nearby areas face renewed danger as Lachlan River rises rapidly after a previous wart flood. Police warn residents from Forbes to Gooloogong, 37 miles away, to prepare for possible evacuations as peak levels near Forbes are forecast for Tuesday. River measurements show rising, with Cowra easing while Forbes clocks 21 feet then 38 feet in reports, prompting emergency readiness.

Sydney Forbes Gooloogong Waa Finnie AL Batoogane Cowra Forbes Sai

Mental patients face summonses over hospital treatment

Charges laid under a royal commission report describe alleged brutal treatment at Claremont Mental Hospital. Emily fendania the Perth police court summonses list charges tied to insubordinate care as outlined by Judge A. M. Conochn of Sydney in the inquiry.

RTH Emily Fendania Claremont Mental Hospital He Perth Aif A.M Conochn Sydney Hut Ital

Gowrie Scholarships Awarded by Trustees

The Gowrie research travelling program grants E373 allowances to scholars. Thomas Meredith Purnell of Brisbane and Ken Kennedy Tregonning are named among the awardees. The announcement comes from trustees Sir John Latham, Robert Garran, Sir Leslie Mars, and HB Piper.

Gowrie Sydney Gowrie Research Thomas Meredith Purnell Brisbane Mn Kennedy G. Tregonning John Latham Robert Garran Lealie Marshead HB. Piper

Students Improve on Gangsters Rampage in Long Beach

Three high school students modeled on criminals admit hold up and the slaying of liquor store owner Ramon Calarona after he refused to hand over money. Principal suspect Charl Cook, 17, fired the fatal shot. Muriel Downs, 17, and Peggy Byrne, 13, fled in a stolen car after the crime. Police say they sought the teen accomplice observed during another hold up.

Long Beach California

Capital Hill brawl leaves man injured in Canberra

A 25 year old man was knocked unconscious during a Saturday night melee on Capital Hill Canberra. He was treated at Canberra Community Hospital after the fight, with two Australians allegedly striking him with a wooden weapon. One attacker fled into a hut as the incident unfolded with several Australians involved.

Win Canberra Capital Hit

Two Stabbing Cases in Sydney Peak in Port City Row

Sunday in Sydney reports Robert Almador 28 Puerto Rico assistant cook aboard the American steamer Pioneer Red sustained a one inch back stab wound after a shipboard argument. A Burris Rican crew member was charged with assault and manslaughter in the incident. Harry Cole 25 Newtown was slashed in a Henry Street Five Dock house argument with a man charged for grievous wounding.

Sydney Robert Almador Puerto Rico Cook Pioneer Red Atitchen Armador Harry Cole Church Street Newtown Henry Street Five Dock

Police Arrest Migrant With Pea Rifle Near Lindfield

Police arrested a European migrant at a house on Provincial Road Lindfield after neighbours reported a man behaving erratically with a pea rifle and a 22 rifle visible during the incident. The suspect faced charges of attempting to shoot grievous bodily harm having a firearm while intoxicated. A second man from the same area was later arrested.

Sydney Provincial Road Lindfield Megan Caatawood HTC

Three Escape From Berrima Gaol Sparks Police Search

Three inmates escaped from Berrima Gaol during the early hours. Victor Bert Kelly aged 21, George Wilson aged 21, and Alfred Henry Boer aged 32 faced sentences for hiral offences. Police warn the trio is at large as searches continue.

Berrima Gaol Sydney Sunbary Pyle Nwnd Uwe Bertima Victor Bert Kelly Giorge Wilwon Alferd Hani Boar Hiral

Awards in Dance Festival Highlight Honorees and Mediations

A fragmented report outlines the Dance Festival awards with names like Milver Bor and Dinmicke Silver Medal. Notable figures include Mian M. MeDex, Mu C. Andernan, and Mrs. R. Mekin. Junior honorees Miss P. Strudwicke and Miss Ras elite appear among the recipients. The event recognizes teachers and performers in a ceremonial program led by officials such as Mr. Stevens and Mr. B. Leone Mir.

Altennan Aus Waniui Latvate Regan Ianlwerk Carta Boyle Sylho Milver Bor Mr. X Dinmicke Mian M. MeDex Matt Furor Mu C. Andernan Mr Stevens B. Leone Mir Ke Bouthwell B. Krol M.tilly Miro Anowin R. Mekinauy W. Vext Patines Ncwonatul Sahil Me Luscothe Blarkeys Galit Gure M. Bachan Mim C

Fragmentary OCR Notes Describe Injured Men and Names

Fragmented text mentions injured men and several scrambled names and terms. The readable portions do not form a coherent event or clear entities to establish a concrete summary.

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Fragmented OCR text with names and phrases. The readable parts reference a sports scene involving Saints and Rams with unclear event details and multiple garbled terms. No coherent event or outcome can be established from the fragment.

Saints

Britain Sends Help to Winnipeg in Time of Need

British aid arrives in Winnipeg amid disaster notices and relief supplies. The text documents a rapid response with nine tons of relief goods dispatched, reflecting wartime or emergency support and local recovery efforts.

Britain Winnipeg

Labour Seat Narrow Victory Reported

Labour party claims a narrow victory in a regional seat with detailed vote tallies showing a slight margin over the rival. Local officials confirm turnout was steady as the result triggers subsequent ceremonial steps.

TWO DAYS' OLD BABY FLOWN TO SYDNEY

A two days old baby was flown to Sydney with the parents aboard a plane from Mapua. The infant traveled under care of central aviation staff and arrived at the airport in Sydney, where authorities arranged medical oversight. Local officials and airline representatives confirmed the flight and safety checks conducted prior to departure.

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Dominion wool at record levels and market notes

Fragmented OCR reports high wool prices and market signals from Australia and Africa. Mentions recorded price trends, currency notes, and speculative impact on supply demand. No clear event given, but indicates global wool market movement and price warnings.

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