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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Sep 02, 1950

Page

4

Deficit record as Victoria Melbourne aims for extra funding

Friday report notes the government plans to seek an additional 5 million pounds under a national budget. Premier McDonald prepares to request parliamentary approval in Canberra next week, following a meeting of state leaders at Wembley. The record deficit for the financial year stands at 4.5 million pounds.

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Indonesia and Australia face New Guinea stance in regional talks

The piece discusses Indonesian statements on Western New Guinea, Australia’s security role, and a push for Dutch–Australian cooperation. It notes shifts in Indonesian diplomacy under Mr. Spender and emphasizes that no portion of New Guinea should pass to Indonesia without Australian agreement, urging unity with the Netherlands against territorial changes.

COE Iadonsulsa New Guinea Fipender Indonesia Te Immune Spender Netherlands Australia Kamgaatiogsilam South-East Asia New Guinas Australie Tormen Fort Potiny Xublade Tilind Ant Tere Ahock Australien Baavern New Guinea Maraders Western New Guinea Ava Arata

Telopea Park War Memorial Plan Near

A proposed Telopen Park war memorial and new ties for a prep school near Telopen to honor World War II ex-members. Committees discuss erecting a stone memorial with funds around 4208, plans include gardens and stands. anticipated completion in coming months.

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Spring Bull Show Attracts Local Exhibits And Entries

Nearly 82 groups entering the Spring Bull Show in Albert Jun, Saturday, September 3 to 9 p.m. Marton hosts competitive entries including canae, octets, and horucutnrad balls. The exhibit travels to Canberra for a shore display with Net Rouse Sowers and tactile features.

Albert AL Marton Canberra

Weather snapshot with scattered OCR garble

A garbled weather summary from Canberra provides wind direction and speed, barometer readings, and vague forecasts. It mentions gusts, cloud cover, and general conditions, but the text is fragmented and contains many unreadable portions.

Warfield Recital Od Monday Willem Ware

A recital by baritone Willem Ware is announced for Monday at Warfield. The program includes sacred works and modern pieces featuring a varied vocal set with a focus on German art songs and English numbers.

Mutton Shortage Looms After Next Week End

Canberra meat traders warn of a looming mutton shortage after the coming weekend as supply fears mount. They say most meat ships have halted with regions like Yass supplying little, and lamb prices are expected to rise as alternatives become scarce. Officials consider likely further price increases and broader supply constraints in the near term.

Canberra Yass Sydney Srapper Ladble Tate

Latest Bulletin From Prices Front

Market bulletin notes carcass meat prices with figures for recent dates and variations. The report lists price ranges and changes for beef and other meats, reflecting wholesale shifts from early to mid February. It notes trading activity and stock availability at regional markets.

Wool auction records set in Sydney week sales

Readable text notes six million pounds in one week at wool sales in Sydney with main buyers including Japan and the United States. Auction figures show high prices and strong demand, two days of heavy bidding, and a record auction tally. One entry mentions 1,800 bales sold from FW Xuvbe Station in the Riverina.

Sydney Manse West Jaerutany Biokura Japan America Abe Une Digurat Wales Xuvbe Riverina Brouget

Granzers Fear Sheep Thefts Across Distant Lands

Fractured report notes graziers worry over sheep thefts as labor and union discussions unfold. Mentions of American Federation of Labour invited meetings, Dougherty to attend, and cross‑continental labor collaboration in Melbourne and Houston amid tensions. Strong named entities include American Federation of Labour, A.F.L, Dougherty, Melbourne, Houston, Toran.

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Democratic Rights Council in Australia Is Declared Communist Ally

Sydney reports the Australian Labor Party executive has formalized a stance dividing the Democratic Rights Council and labeling it a Communist ally. The exchange outlines internal political frictions and regulatory implications for party alignment.

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Wool tax dodge revaluation plan debated in meeting

The proposal for wool tax reduction is criticized as an attempt to dodge revaluation. Mr Clarke argues the burden falls on one woolgrower while exporters and manufacturers share impacts, calling for responsibility beyond political bias and urging fair measures.

Clarke

Loans Director to Assist in MELBOURNE staffing drive

A Melbourne loans director will assist in a drive to recruit for the Department of Banking and a government agency. About 170 travel applications for New South Wales were received, five car licensees have been involved, and 10. be aint i? Delp te Srive was noted. The balloting will be conducted by a committee. applications are not yet vetted.

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Proposals on wool tax and export impact debated

The committee discussed Copland's wool export suggestion and the impact of higher wool prices on income tax revenue and consumer costs. Dawson argued for balancing duty changes with anti inflation measures, while experts warned tax shifts could ease some prices but hurt others.

Ducere Pougian Copland Wool Contato Dawson Exid Eawaun Dawson

Fined £200 for Illegal Strike by Building Workers Union

The Kull Bench of the Indus ain Comrianion fined the Building Workers Industrial Union 200 for taking part in an illegal strike at new Sydney gine works. The fine must be paid within 14 days. The hearing questioned union leadership and wage actions amid disputes over weekly increases and overtime. The case touched on commonwealth and state union tensions and production stoppages.

Aydney Kull Indusain Comrianion Building Workers’Industrial Union New Sydney Gine Works Bwe Glum Works Australian Glass Manufacturers Co. Pty Crown Crystal Glans Pty. Ltd Paulliore Justice Taylor Mula Mr_ Clancy Prembers Gunlittors Electrical Truden

Letter From Constituent Highlights Opposition Tactics

The report details Mr. Chifley reading a long constituent letter during a busy period. The missive from W. R. Hayter of Windsor is referenced, with slow reading and emphasis on the letter’s significance in the session. The scene underscores parliamentary friction and the impact of a single letter on proceedings.

Mr. Chifley ChiBey Tohacen Yententay W. R. Hayter Windsor

Vampire jets plot air force exercise in Canberra

Mixed readable fragments describe Canberra and Williamstown events involving Canbures and Canberra air units planning to land, refuel, and participate in a defense exercise. Mentions of Victoria and N.E.W. regions, selected target, and September 16 appear amid garbled text.

Cantina Mig Victoria N.E.W Yuan Wes Daned Willieioun Nave Palace Coteluaing Pepe Jin

Welfare Council Reviews Transport System Plan

The Welfare Council and ACT Progress and Welfare Association will seek a Department of Interior review of Canberra public transport. Overcrowding on buses for children was a chief concern. Debate noted the need to improve seating and meters in a new area while discussing the Canberra swimming pool’s status and rapid population growth impacting services. A letter will be sent to the Canberra Progress Association to coordinate with local groups.

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Move To Restore Fees For Motor Repintratins

A parliamentary move seeks to restore motor registration and related fees to their prewar level. The debate centers on whether the restoration funds should fund road maintenance and traffic enforcement. Several members argue the raised charges are needed to support transport costs, while others warn against higher costs to motorists and residents.

Fragmented OCR Patch of Unknown Article

The readable text shows a jumble of names places and phrases from an OCR scan. Primary identifiable items include personal names Camas Loma Mathul and Andrea, various scattered terms, and unrelated fragments suggesting a damaged page with no clear main event.

Australia’s Bright Prospects in Uncertain Times

A garbled report outlines optimistic views for Australia’s future amid political and economic shifts. It references potential leaders, trade choices, and national strategy, but leaves many phrases unreadable.

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