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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Nov 01, 1950
Page
2
An Australian cricket report notes Cec Pep from England shows keenness to participate in representative matches during a four year stay. He returned today amid plans for a League schedule and potential involvement with local teams and sites.
A parliamentary debate discussed continuing export of steel and rationed steel in Australia. Mr Ceili (Shortland) presented figures on tonnage and value of steel exported in the year ending June, while Mr Beale expressed belief in the report's accuracy though no official alibramment had yet issued.
Fragmentary OCR shows “£ 20,674 PAID FOR 1 Bales” with garbled following text. The readable portion records a payment total of 20,674 pounds for a single bale, but the context and date are missing.
Dynamite appears in a race note with mile 211 feet out and a 50 start. Mentions Welter and Randwinkk with implied runs. Reads as fragmented OCR with unclear events and participants.
A truncated report notes remarks by Shandoney and Fraser regarding a letter from a commissioner of the Snowy Mountains Hydro-Electric Authority. The document suggests benefits from the road construction would be direct but minimal.
A courtroom dispute centers on naming issues as counsel for the defendant, Mr. W. B. Sienpece, argues over the legal significance of the name in question. The proceeding focuses on whether naming affects rights or responsibilities.
Fragmentary text shows the phrase the eed could not justify' the expendituire of money for the ae iSiite. Readable portions point to a discussion of funds and a site or project, but key details are missing.
Classified listing details a range of home fittings and appliances including basins, pedestals, Armitage and Fowler ware, Gloria flush valves, kitchen sinks, Clarks stainless ware, cupboard fixes, shaving cabinets, shower curtains, fuel stoves from Wellstood Rayburn Caledonia and Acme brands, hot water boiler assurances, Aga and Hotpoints ranges, and washing machines.
In Canberra court records, Howard Bruce McDonald, foreman for Monier Tiles, is charged with unlawfully taking tiles and ridgecaps over two years. A second O'Connor resident, Ronald Edward Di air type, faces fines related to building material offences. A separate incident involves a street brawl after a party with four New Trae appearing on unlawful assault charges. Witnesses report injuries and adjourned proceedings as police pursue full investigations.
State Lottery Sydney lists prize numbers and syndicate names for first prize 54773 J. & Si Betaras Ot rn. ey. second 77187 Third prize Celton P.O. Dural fourth 72015 Shir Byndicate J. Tindale Penshurst In. Bay Syndicate G. Mandalis City Markets Special Lottery No 0 to be drawn tomorrow.
Report describes a Halloween parade in progress and a bank robbery in Newton Massachusetts. Bank action involved a bandit with a gun and grotesque masks, yielding £22,321 or equivalent. Patrols note the event amid war celebration crowds.
Reports say Joey Brown remains in contention for a bout with a welterweight rival after Palmer hinted at a possible match. Promotions note Sydney Stadium scheduling shifts as Don Johnson and Alfie Bands weigh-in changes push the November 20 date, with Breen Hearty Hayes involved in potential lineups.
London reports Terry Allen wins on points in Mottingham for a European title defense. In the bout the European Boxing Union rules are contested as one judge’s card is questioned and a round is deemed disputed amid unclear scoring.
Nations announce three loans totaling unspecified dollars to Thailand for development. Funds to be used for economic and social projects, supporting broader growth and regional investment. Officials described the move as a step toward stability and progress in the region.
The following players are listed for Canberra City with selections against Canberra B2 on Saturday at 1:80 PM. Names include Balling a Wn P.Moes Bradley E Peones Mahoney Bistap K Willis Harrie Harney Feceetie Main Barber and others. Creokwell leaves Manuks 400.10. secretarys W Parkes etry Odgers Ladd Elliman.
India plans to allocate half of its annual freight to Japan in a program reported by Nippon Times. The move affects trade routes and may impact shipping and industrial relations between the two nations.
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