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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Sep 14, 1950
Page
4
Fragmented text notes difficulty in soil preparation and mentions dates and individuals obliquely. Lacks clear names, places, or concrete actions. Difficult to extract a coherent sports or news item from the damaged OCR.
Fragmented OCR notes describe electorate interviews in Bungen ort Drasa wood and Captain's Flat on times and dates, with references to Mr veeivarn and Mr Frever. The text is garbled but suggests planned meetings and resident participation.
A damaged report from the Waternicers' Federal Coutermov records Watersiders Sask STONEY ordered to stay for a yuck potion test. The aim is to secure an inquatcy penaion for all water siders reaching a youre of mE2, with the directive turned by the federal body.
A scrambled weather note lists several times and places such as 3 pm and 8 pm with references to BGM and Buh but it remains largely incomprehensible. The text hints at forecast updates and calendar mentions but lacks coherent data or actionable conditions.
The cabinet debated inflation and currency appreciation for three days amid party splits on countering price pressures. Aimed at stabilizing imports and production, the discussion touched on a sectional tax plan and the Copland framework. Export wheat prices rise, while the Latour Party seeks a policy to mask internal divisions. Government pushes to align with an early Communist Party mandate, fearing delay.
Vice-Regal address and ceremonial duties marked yesterday morning as Governor General Sir William McKell presided at Government House Canberra. General George Kenney and U S Ambassador Pete Jarman attended the session, underscoring allied ties.
A brief note outlines court protection for husbands in divorce matters. It argues properties should be treated within marriage settlements and court decisions, suggesting emphasis on fair handling of assets and nominal arrangements for wives.
American General Kenney and Australian General Blair along with Lieut General Rowell narrowly missed a meeting yesterday near Canberra at Fairbairn. Kenney attended a cabinet meeting and planned to view aircraft, while Rowell traveled in a Lincoln city hospital to attend further cabinet discussions. General Kenney, in memoirs, reflects on the near encounter and its implications.
The Canberra Club at Civic Centre will absorb the wing into the main building later for expansion of the Workmen’s Club. The project, slated to cost about £18,000, aims to provide a larger hall with kitchen and entrance area. Trade council president S. K. Rhodes said the proposals should halve the cost, while about 700 craft workers have offered services. Lease negotiations will begin once associations are formed.
Mr Justice Roper, Deputy Chancellor, appointed head of the board of directors for the U S Education Foundation in Russ rails. The Prime Minister and others lauded the decision, noting the charitable work and surplus equipment sales funding.
Fragmented text notes Flying Vets in Nova Scotia West soon with 5,300,000 sheep and 145,000 cattle pastured. Mentions annual cost of the pen and service, but details are unclear due to damaged OCR. Core entities: NS West, sheep, cattle, pastured area, annual cost.
In London Weenaning Aromature district, a mother identified as Mrs Elizabeth Coles, 27, 97, bore quadruplets aged under a day. The babies and mother remain under observation in a special incubator at the local hospital.
The Big Three began preliminary talks on Western Europe defence, weighing German contributions and future security structure under NATO. Bevin, Bevin, and Ashuman Frieden debated whether Germany should rearm and participate in Western Allied defence while preserving European integration and security arrangements.
G B Shaw shows signs of rapid recovery in hospital after operation. Doctors report good color and mobility in his injured leg while a hospital spokesman notes it is unusual to allow early up but no complications are evident. Secure from Ayat Lawrence, physicians remain cautiously optimistic about progress.
A scrambled report notes Senate action on a Communist registration and internment bill with broad anti Communist sentiment. It mentions President Truman’s stance and a House move, plus international reactions and a Soviet response to charges of U S bombing in Manchuria. Multiple entities include President Truman, Pat McCarran, Lake Success, and Soviet Union. The piece blends political turmoil and foreign affairs with references to congressional timing and potential consequences for membership and activity.
Fragmented report states the Croatian Parliament expelled Reda and three members for alleged compliance with a foreign power. It mentions Premier Dush, Brie, Kadec, and Blak as figures involved, with cited official duties and political context unclear due to garbled text.
Jtla argued the case over a distance issue tied to a South Dakota statute. The brief notes the measure or exposure is expected to be clarified within about thirty minutes.
A brief from Commonwealth buildings notes a ceremony to honor Air Force commemoration day with arrangements previously made for bags to be worn at the event. The report mentions late Bets and mentions a miner named Jon, with uncertain details about schedules and participants.
In Sydney on Wednesday the Attorney General Mr Martin responded to Mr McCaw regarding juries and crime. He said the convicted man faced strong times and noted that the statements could influence public judgment and the juries' handling of cases. He admitted some points about the conduct of witnesses and the implications for trial fairness.
Prime Minister Menzies unveiled a nationwide program to bolster compulsory military training. The plan aims to reinforce the Australian forces with higher recruitment and stronger reserves, following talks with defence chiefs and a late night radio broadcast.
A polio scare at Narrabundah led to ambulances and medical checks as authorities investigated a suspected case involving a child from Ma Fhendah-wuan area. Officials warned parents to monitor symptoms and keep children home from school. turnout at nearby public meetings urged renewal of safety measures and housing inspections.
Report notes Princess Elizabeth and the Duke of Edinburgh influence on baby names since August 46. Registrars report many mothers choose names starting with the letter E, diverging from prior practice. fashion in naming reflects royal example.
A fragmented Canadian Labour scene shows a strong setback amid Congress events. The readable text hints at party tensions and organizational strain affecting scheduled negotiations and public stance.
Tur staged debate in LancestonT H Council on a remnant resolution with hours of discussion. A member faced a direct question about party membership and replied no, while the chair hinted at implications of a Communist label, ending in division.
Fragmented note indicates Mr Spender to meet the president in Washington for talks on policy matters. Mention of treaty questions and potential discussions with Mr Dean Poun.
In Canberra officials and representatives of servicemen's groups discussed expanding Australia's air power. Wing Commander HL. C. Dough highlighted jet bomber programs like the Hawker Jet and Comet, with plans for specialized training and reactor-era defense. Speakers urged stronger aviation support as a national priority amid postwar tensions.
A garbled notice from Die pues Cuonmittes and Treat and Labour Gorznglh invites union members to a special meeting on subcontracting issues. The text references HAE TEA and various unclear names and dates, urging attendance and discussion of related labor topics.
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