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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Oct 08, 1949

Page

3

National fitness grant approved in Canberra plan

Recommendations by the National Anthem Advisory Committee approve an £11,000 allocation from accumulated funds plus an annual £2,000 grant to the A.C.T. The funds will finance an indoor recreation centre, holiday play centres, and youth training programs. Grants require annual reports and financial records from recipient groups.

Naional Ansem A.C.T Min Wer For Health Senator McKenna Shomiasiona Fonchea Fa Granta-In Jagllond Bhrd Isin-Aid Hasle Mkt Ak Ted Jo Soho

Sharkey Appeal Rejected by High Court

In Friday’s report, Sharkey of the Australian Communist Party was convicted for uttering sedition during a telephone conversation. The High Court upheld the conviction, with justices noting the words could incite disloyalty and threaten defense. The Crown pressed for penalties, while defense claimed the remarks lacked malicious intent.

Malnourne Airren Louis Sharker Vanernt High Court Dwyer Sharkey Hush Court Justice Dewer Justice Dixon Austrelia Community Party Australia Winekera Orca Patterson A. Ul, Bennett Crimea Vail Eertecy Fins Ewiznet Proms Srinen Remtare Wan Eimmanely Wonietniee Sher Burak Euern

Fair exhibits diverse goods from many nations in Canberra

A Canberra display at a V W CA fair showed items from many countries led by the High Commissioner for Ceylon J A Martenan. Chinese, Indian, Peruvian, Colombian, and Dutch pieces included Kashmiri textiles, papier mache, silver, ivory, and inlaid boxes. Attendees included spouses of diplomats and officials. some items loaned by representatives.

Whiet Geommpaterne Canberra V.W.C.A. Yosterday Ceylon J. A. Martenan Ceytonpse Diverware, Inc Cayton India Kashmir Mra J. N. Ia Omcie High Commissioner For In-dan Dolla Marte E Teppema Minater Netherlands Peru Ralms Colombia San Sebastian Amion Adam Ng K. Kan Tammi Wh Secnnil van Ambadindr Wil Evernh

Net To Edward Farrell Trial Not Prosecution Likely

Officials report Edward Farrell will not be prosecuted over the Gaines timber transactions. Health Attorney General, Dr. Kvatt, consulted J. B Bhaod KC and Crown Solicitor FR Crac. After review, the Solicitor General recommended no prosecution, a view reportedly approved.

Rein Sah Atbaenev Eaward Ferrell Lew Gaines Timber Thieeckson Bvatt J. B Bhaod Commonwen Crown Bokhar Br. C. Wat Wedersi Crown Mr .Crac Shand C. E. Welgall

No Hope Of Jap Reparations Cited In Debate

Fragmented excerpts show Mr Chifley denying Japan reparations and outlining stance on postwar settlements. The discussion touches on potential claims and economic pressures in Australia, with referenced figures calling for broader restitution and policy actions amid concerns about living standards and trade.

Japan Wielow Chley Aderman Muranoa

Unscramble Your Investment Notice Guidance Card

A convoluted OCR fragment offers advice on securities conversion and bank actions. It mentions bank to day inquiries, stockbroker forms, and converting bonds or stock, with scattered references to securities held, value, and safety measures. The text is garbled but centers on fund transfers and conversion procedures.

Fragmentary Financial Note From A Dated Ledger

Fragmentary OCR shows scattered phrases about cash investment and names such as Payne Gaetan and Mie, with unclear dates or places. The readable bits imply a ledger or account entry with entries like cash investment 100 and references to individuals, but no coherent event or complete details emerge.

Queensland miners protest strike vote dispute continues

Report from Brisbane details miners unhappy with a recent ballot decision. Union leaders claim the ballot undermines job security and accuse officials of bias. A meeting with the executives is planned to press for a reconsideration and a fresh vote.

Millay

Control of raffle books through post

Mrs Bourke urged the government to declare illegal the practice of nailing raffle books to people via post. A recent Irish migrant, new to Australia, believed she must sell all tickets worth £10 after receiving a late book. The Attorney-General said he would consult the Postmaster-General on the legal position under Commonwealth and State law.

wiacAduMn Bourke Jerday House of Representatives Australia Blackburn Drivatt Ace

Railway Plumbers Meet Votes Overtime Ban Tonight

A meeting of railway plumbers at Tracta Hall tonight decided to impose an overtime ban immediately in protest at industrial actions. State Secretary G. Holden said removal of dirt money claims would cut plumbers’ wages by about 10 shillings weekly. A further meeting will be held to reconsider the campaign and what steps to take next.

Bydney Take The Plumbers’ Union G. Holden Lo Tele

Chawmah Named for Shipping Board Appointment

The Prime Minister announced that Mr C Dewey of the Blue Boar Line England was appointed chairman of the newly created Australian Shipping Board. He will depart for Australia next month.

Chiffley C. Dewey Blue Boar Line England Dewey Australia

TAA contact for ticket confirmation instructions

The notice directs you to confirm ticket delivery by mail or phone with TAA. Use the provided address Box 487 and city location, Casinerra, to ensure your ticket reaches you.

Fess City Casinerra

Rise in Sugar Price Not Yet Approved

Sydney reports confusion over sugar price changes as the Prices Minister objects to a Commonwealth rise while state authorities would be bypassed. The labour council and Canberra officials clash over a proposed increase of nine halfpence per pound, sparking regulatory debate.

Sydney Eflgaver Cavauy Canberra Fine Iman

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