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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Sep 09, 1949
Page
4
A garbled page lists dates and venues across Canberra including election notices committee meetings and public notices. It names organizations such as CANDELA ALPINF and COUNTRY WOMEN'S ABBOCIATEON with various secretary roles, while entries reference theatre events weather forecasts and local boxes for submissions.
A government memorandum outlines proposals under consideration by the Commonwealth Government for potential restrictions on major Australian import programs. The document discusses limiting certain equipment imports from the United States and other nations, with aims to control prices and protect domestic industry.
Reports indicate a rising danger to Amey near Canton Thurediy as troops halt operations within 20 miles of the city. A large portion of residents have evacuated amid heavy civilian presence and ongoing reinforcements arriving in the area.
A garbled report alleges a high official absconded with 135 million in gold from the Chinese National Treasury. It mentions Senator Cannally and a Senate committee chair amid political turmoil and calls for government action.
Fragments describe financial and political doubt around the Blair Athol case project. Mentions government involvement, financing, and uncertain prospects amid chaotic wording and unclear figures.
A court orders extradition for an individual named Dobson related to alleged involvement in a Canadian matter. The case centers on a lawful arrest and transfer to stand trial in the appropriate jurisdiction.
The report cites a minister stating cases of child undernourishment were concealed from migration officers. The text references examinations, investigations, and concerns about the treatment of affected families.
A garbled OCR passage mentions Buffalo Meat Works in N T Parwia and dates or figures related to a Darwin Mate and a 59 mellow coat. The text is fragmented with unreadable names and locations, making a coherent event unclear.
A garbled report notes rodent damage in cottages at Yarralumla and references a local association and planned actions. The text mentions interior airspace concerns and planning discussions with regional officials and a children’s program.
The article notes a planned shell drill for oil in Central Q with expected testing and movement toward production. It mentions preparations by local operators and the involvement of Hoey and IL figures. Specific dates and technical details are unclear due to damaged text.
Fragmented OCR hints at a housing market note claiming more houses sold at lower prices since control changed. The text includes garbled phrases about agents, market timing, and a tentative increase in listings, with unclear names and dates.
A fragmented article notes Peru purchasing three wheat and flour cargoes amid wartime trade tensions. References to Australia, Britain, and other nations hint at broader grain movements and policy shifts.
Fragmentary OCR text outlines amendments to national library plans and related public process. It references water authority, housing, and valuation themes with mentions of police and public safety actions. The readable portion shows proposed changes and procedural notes without clear outcomes or dates.
A garbled scoop reports a figure named Palooka and a parade of names and places in a tournament or social scene. The text mentions Mr Bonny and the Attorney General in New York with references to information diffusion and a central station. The fragment hints at invitations and events but is too corrupted for precise details.
Fragmentary text discusses Marshall Aid and trade with recipient countries in 1950. Mentions terms like aid volumes and cooperation, with references to figures and officials, but details are garbled and unclear.
Report from Batavia notes Dutch and Australian authorities coordinating repatriation of ex servicemen and dependents fleeing Indonesia. Details on numbers and timing are unclear due to damaged text.
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