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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Oct 29, 1949
Page
6
Fragmentary quote language appears as a distant, hopeful motto about future actions. It hints at collective effort and duty but lacks clear event, person, or organization to anchor a full news summary.
Canberra housing records show a spike in construction under the postwar government with 1524 workers employed by June 30 1949 and 285 government homes completed that year. The minister admitted no new contracts were let between early 1942 and mid 1946, while 350 names remained on the waiting list for houses.
The opposition presses the restoration of the Commonwealth Bank Board and continuation of the Banking Act while the Privy Council cites constitutional limits. Mr Chifley argued that banking nationalisation is unconstitutional and that private banks would face strong competition from the Commonwealth Bank, denying prestatement leaks and asserting political timing.
A. C. McKay BV Sc Spt Univ and Robert C. Taylor and Helen Taylor BSc Melbourne announce the start of their new practice. Appointments for nutritionist services available at 4 Lindsay Street New Griffith.
The Department of the Interior informs O'Connor ex Association that activities for children at a community center include a special tube event and an animal exhibit. A Christmas party is planned for December with a focus on safe play spaces and accessible facilities.
A misspelled report notes officials will travel to New Zealand for informal discussions on federal financial and economic questions. Names include Treasury Assistant Secretary Wheeler and other Australian and Queensland officials. the piece covers a cricket match summary and scores alongside diplomatic mentions.
Mr Westcott has been named a successful exhibitor at the Sydney Royal Show, retaining early form and earning top awards. The event, held annually in Sydney, saw Fox terrier entries led by notable winners, including Belgin Kel and others, with.Melvahee and Sudky taking additional prizes.
The Australians faced Natal at Kingamead ground Durban in cold weather with a damp pitch and a heavy roller. Archer replaced Bill Johnston, and Nourse fell early for Natal while Hassett led Australia. Australia posted 379 in reply to Natal’s 379 as Turner remained not out for Natal and Moroney top-scored for Australia with 36.
A list of piano and violin examination results from Canberra shows students achieving grades and honours across various levels. Names include Lucy Maanders, Joan Lire bert, Colin Ware, Margaret Canavan, Jean Mc Toyd, Judith Perry, and others with grades from credit to honours. Prefixes indicate piano and violin assessments with preliminary results noted.
A Supreme Court jury in Sydney awarded £3250 damages to a partner in a prosecution against Wor man Salon, claimed £10,000 damages. The case involved alleged acts and instigation, with police involvement and bail terms noted as the trial proceeded. The Attorney General later refused to file further charges, and the defendant was discharged.
Fragmented weather data reports for Canberita and regional districts. Contains garbled times, temperatures, winds, and locations with multiple unreadable terms and inconsistent units. Overall indicates mild conditions with variable winds but data is unusable as presented.
In Melbourne on a Friday two Ukrainian children, Lareme and Bogdan Demrkaakyl, aged 34 and 4, wandered from their home in Truwool near Seymour where their parents work. Lareme’s body was found on a river trunk in the Goulburn River as rescue efforts continued but faced difficult conditions.
The Prime Minister Dr Chickley said the government would not pay subsidies for petrol from France. He noted the price of petrol should be set by State Prices Ministers and that excise reductions would require Parliament action. France could not guarantee shipment of petrol, and the economic rationale was cited. US pressure and Marshal Aid were discussed in relation to French crude imports and American oil company involvement.
Chief Little Wolf defeats Morro in a wrestling bout before a large crowd at the Can Berra Drill on Leal eight. The winner mounted a decisive pin in the seventh, while boxing events featured Moonah, Zennett, Bennett, McCarthy, and others in a night of strong infighting, with proceeds later to aid Archie Keup’s widow.
London dispatch quotes Randolph Churchill describing a wartime letter in which he notes Moscow accusing Marshal Tito of drinking and contrasts Tito with Stalin. The misspelled text mentions Tito and Stalin and jokes that Stalin is shorter, portraying him as a “small giant” and mocking height comparisons.
Friday's lottery draw produced several prizes with unclear names and addresses. Syndicates Belgrave Street and Hurst Neville Birvet Goulbairn claimed top positions while other prizewinners include Ethnee Savage Mora Vale and Turner Street Georreetown. A second draw for Lottery No. 141 is set for Monday, with Mina Maria Mitchott 25 of GiP.0 noted as a big winner and Joy Jonen 20 sharing a ticket with others, while Jonen of Waverley plans to send funds home to her mother in Tasmania.
The A.CT Conciliation Commissioner announced a wage increase for senior storemen at Government studies Kingabon after a wage dispute with the AWU. The change follows approval of 30s daily rise and new classification for senior attendants.
Mr Chifley and other members of the House of Representatives and Senate departed Canberra after a contested election campaign. The visit marked a significant political moment as Canberra residents await the results and leaders prepare for the next session.
In Sydney the Legislative Assembly discussed espionage allegations involving a minister named Bheshari and Lavoie War. The minister faced questions over handling departmental information and appearances in court. A witness referenced prior statements and a pending matter with the Attorney General.
A garbled historical report outlines graziers showing interest in conservation measures. The text references training, pasture management, water supplies, and land use practices aimed at sustainable farming, with mentions of pasture improvements and agricultural planning efforts.
Fragmented OCR text presents a local church service listing with multiple denominational notices. It mentions Catholic, Methodist, and Baptist elements, with times like 7:40 and 28 aati, and references to St. Peters, Prien iivanant, and various hall names. The legible items suggest a church schedule page or service notices from Trinity area, including community events and worship times.
A government health briefing in Canberra reveals the minister fixed a date for the B M A broadcast. The health secretary outlined program content and a promised governmental update, while opposition figures pressed for clarity on funding and schedule.
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