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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Sep 09, 1950

Page

4

Unclear sourcing leaves Canberra housing transfer notes vague

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McBride Dmeils Causeway Amo Etary Canberra MaBiride

Illiterate OCR fragment noted in present record

Fragmentary OCR text mentions uncertain phrases and names. The readable portion is too incomplete to determine a definite event, person, or location. This entry records a damaged snippet without a clear news item or factual outcome.

Weather report fragment lacks clear event

Fragmentary OCR text presents weather data and measurements but no coherent event or location. Key entities are unclear or missing, hindering a concrete summary or identifiable figures.

Proposals to reform Public Works Committee scrutiny

The Public Work Committee reviews projects above £25 000, aiming to curb costs. Critics warn cheap or monumentally costly builds harm national welfare and suggest reassigning reviews to qualified committees and restoring the Public Accounts Committee for stronger Parliament oversight.

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Governor’s Demeral Will Held in Melbourne

A formal event in Melbourne on September 18, 2580 at 11:39 am witnessed by officials including AML and KC with titles DRE CMG TAG BD. The ceremony marked the Governor’s demeral will and related proceedings as recorded in the regional notices.

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Unveiling of window postponed at church tribute

The unveiling ceremony for a stained window honoring Dr A. Waldeck is delayed. Originally planned for this week, the tribute in the Baptist Church will be presented at the morning service on September 74.

Waldeck

Demonstration on Budding Grafting and Pruning Techniques

A Department of Agriculture official announced a morning demonstration on budding grafting and pruning at Ogilview and Mal orchard. Attendees will learn transfer of wood, transplanting stocks, and a method to grow new trees. The event aims to show practical steps for improving fruit trees.

Meran Ilies Walt Department of Agriculture Sr. A Ogilview Tin Entarior Frulla

Calwell Attacks ACTU Over Communist Ties and Draft Policy

Australian Labor leader Mr Calwell attacked the ACTU accusing it of seeking to influence public opinion and support for Communist-linked groups. He argued the union should not back conscription or industrial action that would assist Communist aims, saying the ACTU misrepresents workers and betrays Australia’s defence obligations.

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Attack on Calwell Widens Labor Party Rift

The ACT executive denounced Calwell’s stance as harsh and urged unity after he accused the trade union movement of betrayal. The meeting claimed he unfairly maligned union leaders and claimed his remarks sidelined key Labor voices. Party members demanded clarity on his verdict and implications for ongoing reform.

Tnoday Communiam Calemat

Snowy Mountain Scheme Could Feed Power to Grid

Fragmented report notes the Snowy Mountains hydroelectric project aims to supply electricity. Mentions commissions, costs around 329 million pounds, and involvement of various officials and contractors. Unclear text references Rogers, Birdrin, and others in scheduling and operations.

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Premier's Price Referendum Move Aims to Curb Inflation

Premier urges Commonwealth action on export controls and price containment to ease inflation. Speakers push for federal aid to stabilize meat, fuel, and essential goods while considering subsidies and export restrictions during the crisis.

Presentation of Baton to Field Marshal Blamey

The Governor General will present Field Marshal Blamey with the baton in Melbourne. The ceremony honors the man promoted in a recent honours list. The event marks a formal transfer of the baton in a royal or national capacity.

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League Executive Resigns At Meeting

The league executive resigned at a meeting after a committee declined to endorse arrangements for the intertown competition. The resignation followed a night of discussion about plans and possible changes for the event.

League Tg Eeecitee Baby Langer Tee Cami Fals

Civil Defence Scheme Planned Amid War Talk

A federation of premiers discussed a common civil defence plan and the heavy costs of national readiness at a Canberra meeting. Debate touched on energy, water, communications, and the risk of mobilising defence, with leaders urging practical steps and funding estimates.

Federal staffs lower in June

A condensed report notes federal staff levels declined in June. It mentions referees and officials involved in tour schedules and regional league considerations. The text references travel, policing, and scheduling issues tied to visiting teams and local leagues.

Unclear fragment hints at rugby match arrivals and players

Fragmentary notice mentions rugby union players and a match in London with Rochdale links. Details are garbled, but hints at players arriving to play and field arrangements, with an unclear list of teams and venues.

Freslal Gervind Senter Exelon London Pri A Yne Rochdale Mottinta

Kerr guilty of beach murder case shatters family hopes

The trial of Kerr, held after a 94 day hearing, concluded with a guilty verdict for the beach murder. The jury found Kerr had been present near Sidane Perk Beach where the body was found, after attending a party in West Malvern. Legal representatives argued for leniency as the court prepared to consider a life imprisonment sentence, while family members and officials watched.

Tathey Edzona Kerr Inge Kerr Lacedie Kare Rallio Announ- Sa Ema Coon Williams Adebert Furk Wan Tiga Kerr

Fragmentary OCR Brief Yields Sparse Names and Places

A damaged snippet lists partial proper nouns and locations such as Rondo Surking and Eno with unclear context. The text also mentions individuals including Katherine Menara and Teangeoi along with scattered initials and directions, but no coherent event or outcome is evident.

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