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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Oct 09, 1950

Page

2

Funeral notices and military interment details from Canteers Funeral Directors

Funeral notices list relatives arranging services for Kelly Dowlan Stuart with a cortege from John the Baptist Church and interment at Returned Servicemen’s Cemetery. Also notes interment for Worth Stuart in the Returned Soldiers’ portion of Central Cemetery and tributes from comrades. The text includes stray parliamentary trade discussions from Torquay with questions about Australian delegation authority.

Billant Kelly Dowlan Stuart John the Baptist Cheech Baldor Canierra Bor Keith Cateeniad Worth Stuart Rex Ind Guards Alf Lasve St Jam's ‘Ghorch Cenbare

Evatt Attacks Inflation Policy Critics in Broadside

Dr Evatt denounces Somerzault and government proposals aimed at curbing inflation. He warns that planned controls will harm production, threaten private property, and impose taxes on wool, with a Commonwealth Bank role and a National Resources Board to manage prices across Australia.

Mr Merae Han de Bratt Evatt Fern & Somierseull Iaeien Andy Roerntely Commonwealth Bank Evattasia

Partners rally to curb inflation in joint plan

A multi nation group under OFEC scope contemplates coordinated miniatures to curb inflation and secure raw materials. Delegates, led by Robert Marjolin, urge rapid expert reports and possible establishment of joint boards to manage supply chains amid shortage fears and wartime style caution. Britain demands government examination of global inflation ties and allied measures.

Parin Benight Syocesten Robert Marjolin OFEC Unit Toatecia Canada Amistant Britain ELC

First Stage of Health Scheme In Operation

The article notes the first stage of a federal health scheme has begun, focusing on preventing disease and providing free life-saving drugs. It cites Minister Earle and Karle Paw as announcing the rollout and outlines the plan to cover treatment costs, with regulation gazetted and ongoing funding discussions.

Fue Relator Air Earle Sais Tutermlonis Adastion Ion Patra

Threat of Strike on Draglines Shuts Down Mines

Sydney Bunny and Western Miners Federation threaten a one day stoppage on Wednesday affecting draglines and loading operations. Officials plan a conference to resolve a dispute over wages and conditions with talks aimed at avoiding Christmas cutbacks.

Sydney Bunny Biremen Horland Kate Due Glen Davis Abe Deen Cal Wester Miners” Federation

Capital controls spark uncertain talk on finance policy

A chaotic discussion on capital controls emerges, stirring debate on their impact for industry and the economy. Officials note possible effects on investment, trade, and employment while contrasting views on whether stricter controls would curb inflation or hamper growth. The piece highlights concerns over tax policy and the broader economic outlook amid shifting government plans.

Dull Scatters Growl At Prince's Bridge

Melbourne report describes a chaotic scene near Newmarket rail where a frightened crowd fled as a bull charged toward Prince's Bridge. The animal trampled water and caused alarm among walkers, with onlookers noting the bull’s aggressive display and authorities moving to restrain it.

Melbourne Newmarket Ewan Snore Prince's Bridge

Weather data snapshot with scattered figures and notes

Calverra readings show barometer 902 hPa on Saturday with mixed units and temperatures around 54.2 C noted. Canberra reports 40.101 inches rainfall, Canberra wind speeds and times recorded, with maximum wind velocity and rainfall amounts in short intervals.

Bareairter Calverra Reading Baterday Tau Irche Temperstur Pat I Ban Wnw Masiwum Urlaetts Aim Canberra Pati Boore Pam Naa Shinimium Gerwen Puhs Thun Rineu Towtay

Carnival Night Brings Community Back to Lumpina

A village carnival at 690 Happy Stances near Hallbeet Hai on Wednesday drew residents for music, dancing, and a charity fund. Local groups including the Ladies Auxiliary and Junior begs aided operations while Hardy Gorch and Mr Comp coordinated activities. Proceeds from the event supported WP work and community welfare with plans for a public reception and a 400 pound goal.

de Agpooi Ei Rendersiuy Bir Comp Weakridge Alan Gnome Ramini Ganen Fen Pam Setenmiy Lasencorteyn Fennia Chun Toy Vomenerdarian Airy Aanhel Noman Goniecat

Western Military Aid for Yugoslavia Discussed in New York Meet

A fragmented report notes talks among the Big Three in New York regarding military aid to Yugoslavia. The session appears to influence decisions set to be discussed further in Wellington with terms like end and Dow referenced in vague context.

Yugoslavia London Aundoy Aeons Rari Zeno Save WBN Lugiatagta Ace Tote Olmert Cante Enre New York Talkn Unaee Sen Wellington

Police Help Mother In Child Sydney Night Tragedy

A newborn baby was found in a house after a break in at night in Sydney. Neighbors heard a woman crying and alerted authorities. The newborn’s mother, who recently gave birth, was taken to North Shore Hospital for treatment. An investigation into the break-in and the events leading to the incident is underway.

Ledinghem Field House Alpetia Renee

Trade profits shared by U K in Cameroons report

A damaged account of Cameroons development under British oversight outlines profits and responsibilities. It notes a 10 year plan, medical services expansion, and native administration aimed at improving education, agriculture, and public health. The text references a 1,093,000 population and development allocations.

U.K Cameroons Detolla Te Cameroons West Afria Hiiwa United Kingiome United Nations

Russians Free Italian Diplomats After Years of Detention

Reported by a wire desk that Italian diplomats held in what seems to be a Moscow detention facility were released yesterday after many years in custody. The text mentions Mussolini era figures and Eastern Europe, with unclear references to parties and locations.

Sir Earle Page Cancels Visit to the United States

Sir Earle Page cancels his planned trip to the United States citing disturbances in the postwar political scene and the risk of double dissolution and Federation changes in the coming weeks. Big Marl Page was to speak in New York on October 16 at the International Assembly to address the Australian National Health Federation.

Accurvey Sonday Heath Sir Earle Pagey United States Marl Page Vile Internoun Assembly World Federation of Medient Araveintisna New York Eddreas Dante Ixitlonal United Toad

National Association Suspends Hotel Traxation Commitments

The National Roxie and Mote cists Association decided to suspend the hotel traxatration vem FMLA endorsment algan 1 tre being removed from about ES hotels in MSW. Their journal The pen Fold notes the survey pattern will remain. Conditions Becott, more settled. The annual report says Motel wacammo- Aation in N.8.W. continued to be wholly inadequate and below requisite standards.

Aydnmy National Msw N.8.w

US Official Cleared in Warhnuton Scandal Probe

A U S official was cleared of charges after months of hearings tied to a Caribbean crisis. The investigation involved a U S diplomatic official and alleged ties to communist influence as political turmoil unfolded abroad.

De Valera Talks Hypocrisy in London Campaign Stop

The report notes Eamon De Valera addressing a crowd in Lincoln during a campaign, citing perceived hypocrisy by opponents. It mentions Valera’s party and references to British politics and the Trewerd partition debate. No definitive outcomes or dates are provided.

DE Vatera London Bunitay Rice Valers Fry Ereleng de Valera Lincoln Trewerd

Methodists Rally Over Hydrogen Bomb Debate in Sydney

Professor Calvert Barber of Melbourne University addressed about 1200 Methodists at Sydney's official launching noting hydrogen bomb seen as civilisation’s death pact by some and as warning by others. He warned against communist threats and urged spiritual values guiding national policy.

Sydney Sandy Frofewmor Calvert Barber Malbourne University Andreaaing Bydney Profeasor Barber Lenin Shana Ava Cormuniata Fer A Menesen Howald Dawes Methodist Church of Astralia

Fastest Ferry in the Hemisphere Heads to Conversion

Sydney ferry service undergoes conversion to a modern vessel, returning next year under a new name. The North Hood will carry 1800 passengers with limited catering facilities and a sauna.

Hemisphere Sydney Bunday Sydney Marbour Saunall Daner

Foot Cut In Road Collision In Sydney Street Morning

A motorcyclist collided with a pedestrian on George Street near Moore Park. The injured person was taken to Sydney Hospital for treatment with a foot wound possibly requiring amputation. Police investigate the accident and determine if charges apply.

Sydney Pollan Magrant George Street Jane Graegoriewski Moore Moore’ Park Sydney” Hospital

Rugby League Match Report at Canberra Stadium

An match report describes Canberra’s handling and scoring highlights as James earned best on ground. Archer and BF were noted forwards, with Rodger, Mrno, Woods and others contributing tries and strong tackles amid a tense contest.

Canteryu Gomia Canberra James Archer Archer FF Nangrav Rodger Conmr Mrno Elon Lert Goed Woods Brysak Mpls Ta Ato

Unclear Central Luzon Phrase regarding Homlfs in 10.000%

Fragmentary OCR reads 10.000 HOMFLFS% in Central Luzon with garbled phrases Leen tance more thes ie MEtime We leave thee.

Luzon

New Tiger Moth for Canberra Aero Club

The Canberra Agra Club purchased a Tiger Moth to replace the damaged plane of July 1. The aircraft, bought in Melbourne and delivered to Canberra by two members, Cotterill and Thompson, arrived after a long flight. The Moth features extended range tanks to stay airborne longer.

Canberra Agra Club Mir

Heavy Damage To Pakistan Crops Reported

A Karachi reporter notes five million people in the Punjab affected by floods. Estimated damage exceeds 430 million pounds in agricultural areas. About 10,000 villages impacted across 30 districts, with life disrupted in the region.

Pakistan London Uig Great Butler Ray Punjab Karachi TUL Thief

Rabbit killed by golf ball on course incident

An unclear report describes a rabbit struck and killed by a golf ball during play. The fragmentary text references a corporal act and mentions distances near 150 yards, with dubious names and sentences about the rabbit and the ball’s impact.

Lagattort Autre Kit Bell

No Sign of Lost Plane Reported After Search

In a unclear report a missing aircraft near Sydney is described with sporadic details. The text mentions near an area called Rydney and a search by air and ground at nightfall. It notes thick jungle and no wreckage spotted as observers hoped for clues.

Rydney Bahay Ledita Sini Pilain Port

Plane strike bus injures none on crowded road

A Garimar aircraft suffered engine failure and made an emergency landing on a main road Friday night. The bus was hit and damaged but no injuries were reported among the passengers or driver. The stranded plane crew exited and safety crews assisted at the scene.

Aircrart Garmar

Subsidy Plan Aimed at Woollen Goods Prices

A budget proposal outlines a 20 million pound subsidy for woollen industry. Funds would be drawn from wage income and provisional measures. Parliament seeks to reduce domestic woollen prices in Australia, with decisions to be finalized at the Heit of terWapasert expury Yak.

Uhr Prviaional Calinek

Wool sales expect firm tone at Newcastle auction

Wool buyers believe demand will stay firm as brokers prepare to offer 60 000 bales over four days at Newcastle. Catalogue features 22 lines of good quality, mainly top making types, with prices expected to rule steady.

Sydney Newcastle

Trafalgar Day Naval Display Planned in Paris Harbor

Officials announce Trafalgar Day celebrations with a grand naval display in Paris involving royal commandant, St Franciay and Task aight Tar. The event aims to educate attendees on naval life and the Navy’s peacetime drills, inviting all to witness the ceremony.

Royal Australian Nas Trafalgar da Navy St Franciay Prancis Traina

Wool Storemen In Milbourne Strike Threat Looms

Milbourne Sunday reports word brokers refused to value an eight percent pay rise for wool storemen and packers. The union demanded action and threatened further steps unless an agreement is reached, with meetings scheduled for the coming workweek.

Milbourne Wortbrokers Gtorsingo Amd Inion Uvmibern Sumbert Ng Sa Kyle Wu Sweetbrakers

Barcaldine crops hit by fierce storm, losses unclear

Fragmented report describes crops flattened by a fierce storm near Barcaldine affecting citrus and mango groves. Text is garbled with multiple unreadable phrases, naming locations such as Central Queenm and Lila afternoon and suggesting widespread agricultural damage.

Skembane Rumsay Barcaldine Queenm Aevercly Amegert

Old Churches byoney and 114th year celebration

Fragmented OCR notes describe old churches including St Matthew's in Island Windhoe and a George Street Congregational church. Mentions Governor Macquart, English packing, and a 114th anniversary. Details are unclear and partially garbled.

Byoney St. Matthew'a Insland Windhoe Macquart England Crumeh George Street Byitwy Vaudume

Non-stop New York to Rome Flight Claims Record Time

A report notes a nonstop New York to Rome flight achieving a claimed duration of 19 hours and four minutes. The article recounts the route and timing details, highlighting unprecedented speed for the journey and referencing atmospheric or technical factors affecting the flight.

New York Rome

Award Honors Private for Valor in Field Action

The Governor General approved the medal for Private Jonathan and the unit of the 2/10 Australian Infantry Battalion for outstanding service during operations. Reports describe his actions under heavy fire, including a mortar threat, effective maneuvering, and securing the objective amid intense Fort Derma combat.

McKelly Sardine Hillary Brodal Frivale Johnaton Aacok Brinsane Tormorty Hilde Beant Johnatn Mundi Sindh Derma Morte Ben Plate Acon Merous Tess Jnr Abe Wen Eitation Eitation Ancompanying Spe Fuhrman Ity Witlle

Christmas Food Parcels For Britain Delayed Delivery

A garbled note describes Christmas food parcels for Britain with mentions of Sydney, Bundy tot Chelating, and a fund overseen by Mr. Bimpeun. It hints at cans and parcels ready for delivery within Europe, with references to a Europe-wide delivery plan and local authorities.

Sydney Bimpeun

German Scientist Arriving for Visit to Australia

A German scientist, Professor W Genter, arrives for a week long visit to Australia. He will work with the Commonwealth governments on a project at a laboratory near Tastee, aiming to advance research collaborations and discuss treaty terms.

Amrs W. Genter LEP STR Free Germany Artis Australia

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