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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Sep 18, 1950

Page

2

United Nations Campaign in Korea Faces Strategic Pressures

The report outlines UN and South Korea campaign moves in the Korean theater, noting advances, supply lines, and the challenge of North Korean forces. It highlights the urgency of reconstruction, future defense commitments, and the need for international support to deter further aggression.

United Nations Boul Kora Mace ‘Arthur Kent Stern Koree South Korea Germany North Korea Ax & Devinian Hanover North Kutra

Battle of Britain service honors wartime heroism

Archdeacon Davies spoke at a ceremonial service in Jane Courts praising the Battle of Britain and the Allied victory. Wing Commander Douglas and other RAF officers attended with BAAS members and the Fairbairn nation commandant. Davies urged remembrance of wartime courage and spiritual renewal amid days of conflict.

Tentalgerta Lo Kaur BC Realr Archdeco J. F. Davian Archdeacon Davis Britain BAAS Fairbairn Nation D. J. G. Douglas Tun Comander Wala Merman Ab. A McLachlan Davies Brian Channel Cetala

Evatt Urges National Plan to Fight Inflation

Deputy Leader Evatt argues for a comprehensive national plan to combat inflation, urging government planning across sectors. He warns that without coordinated measures, rising prices and wage pressures threaten living standards and economic stability amid wartime conditions.

Wagun Cinetrvativea

Air Pageant Draws 4000 as Crews Display Aerial Tactics

A crowded Air Pageant drew more than 4,000 spectators who watched aerial maneuvers by Crusaders and Mustang aircraft. Comdr Dowlas led the air show as bombers and fighters angled through the sky while the crowd roared at the spectacle. The event highlighted air power and included open hangars, display panels, and demonstrations that attracted aviation enthusiasts and curious officers alike.

Jesk Tataners Rewand Air Platen Nour

No Further Polio Cases At Week End

A cleaned report notes no additional polio cases identified over the weekend. Health officials credit ongoing surveillance and vaccination drives while urging continued precautionary measures and public awareness.

Enjoyable Concert In Albert Hall

A Canberra concert at Albert Hall drew a capacity 700 audience under AE and Sea Pogson. The Canberra Melo Singers, led by Adrian Holland, performed a balanced program with four works and lively chorus. Proceeds will support Canberra Legacy.

Canberra Sea Pogson Mineral Pub Mobil Abertial Orcnealra Wnt Uy Jon Rutherland Bydney Wittmer Mobi Quest Siavid Allen Victor William Amit Newcastle Adrian Holland Fim Canlurre

Vienna wine tragedy claims mother and daughter

A mother Marie Hehimeldinger and her four year old daughter Maria were attacked in a Vienna wine cellar yesterday. A young farm worker attempted to help but the mother and child were overcome by fumes and died. a rescuer managed to reach the scene but only one person survived. The incident occurred at Mr Johann’s establishment in Lower Austins.

Bratt Australia Reid Vienna Johann Austins Marie Hehimeldinger Tula Mer Maria Hirae

Weather forecast fragment with scattered data and places

Regional forecast notes a mix of barometer readings and wind directions for Canberra and Canberra Pinot regions, with mentions of Canberra, Fairbairn, and BGT pint. Readers are alerted to mild morning temperatures, westerly winds, and slow frontiering conditions through the day into Sunday.

Romring Tojlay Canberra Lars i Fedora Wanda Brigh Om

Royal visit to Melbourne stadium for VFL cricket match

Vice Regal presence of His Majesty the King and Governor General McKell marked a Melbourne event at the Hobbsield stadium. Officials and dignitaries attended the gathering as part of a royal repatriation reception at the university grounds.

Waldenstal McKell Mie Tarrabal Pele Thomen Joriey Cmg Hiidelburg Noxpital Bix Selleney

Queen's Niece Married in Royal Chapel in London

Queen's niece wed in a quiet ceremony as Prince George Teomark married the Viscountyan Yeaterday afternoon in Glumntn Caatie chapel. The bride, a first cousin of Ee Ear of Strathmore and a queen’s niece, joined Aaek and Margaretha of Denmark in a low key reception following the wedding.

London George Teomark Glumntn Strathmore Aaek Princend Margaretha Denmark Anion Arbuary Guwen Princeas Marshait

Rotary Awards Many Scholarships

Rotary announces a batch of university scholarships for students from 37 countries. Secretary Mr. Lavery reveals the total award amount and outlines the program focusing on international understanding and study abroad opportunities.

Rotary Bydney University Schaluretine Ts Ven Welmen Cryuntsia Phu Lavery Lavewy Rotsiy Ntneras

Canberra YWCA Flood Relief Appeal Progress

The Canberra YWCA flood relief appeal has moved forward with forwarding to authorities. An acknowledgment has been received and donations are subject to review and forwarding to the patents office social welfare cue for processing.

Abe Sydney Morning Heruld Fevelved Patents Office

Floodwaters Enter Homes at Meninde

Flooding drives 30 families from homes in Meninde as water rises along the Darling river. Police report water intrusion into houses, with townsfolk fearing further damage tonight. Officials expect crests near 3021 Pecos and warn residents to evacuate riverfront areas.

Evecunta Hho Fyall Peyment

Two Men Die After Car Overturns Near Nowra

Fragmentary report lists victims Victor Nelson 23 and Anion Giyent with other named residents in Waverley and Conger. Police detained a third man as details remain unclear in the blurry OCR account of yesterday’s crash south of Nowra.

Ylney Bunday Nowra

Flag dedication marks Air Force Week services

A partial article notes American Flag dedication during Air Force Week with services at St Andrew's conducted by Anglican Archbishop Dr Mtown. George Kenney represents the American Air Force Association in presenting a symbol to the Austrian Jair Vor Association, details remain fragmentary.

Air Force Andeaw Sytvey Dr Mtown Lat Andrew's Con Ant George Kenney Bhart Aisericen Ar Forse Associ Jon

Delegation Aims at United Nations Roles and Korea Policy

The delegation led by the Minister for External Affairs plans extended representation at the United Nations with Australian ambassadors and counsellors to discuss Korea and postwar global issues. Key figures include Mr. Mensley, Mr. Walker, and Mr. Tange, with emphasis on Balkan relations, colonial governance, economic development, and refugee concerns.

Swf Bender Laas Wuccens Noeruw Kid Levi Adiniacer Aer Mensing Angbunved Yasteraky Tne Filsc al Evameer Vari Uy By. Walker Keunoai Unaay Pacis Mtr Bali United Nations A. J. Tange Iextee I Arairu Canberra Mensley F . Iuarah Canterbury Victoris Geneva Borden Las Cnairman Australien Cota Vk Une Acre Oldrien Catroy Menaicn Abby Korea Opcoe Iuian Coluniea Krttros Balkan Alumi Ateleas Bulgar Mungacy Romania

Bondi Lifesaver Rescues Highlight Surf Event

Fragmented report describes Bondi lifesaver rescues during a women’s basketball night and a separate water rescue. It mentions teams and players, including Tyrrell and Christopher’s, with crowd action and dramatic moments, though many details are garbled.

Christopher A. Sw.ca Technical College Tewtie Bondi Tyrrell Una Wantad

WemEn's A Grade Grand Final Upset by Moxatlenin Win

Ex-students WemEn's hockey A grade finals saw Moxatlenin defeat Queanbeyan four goals to one. Scorers for Queanbeyan included Willimnur, Clark, D. Imrie, and Td Ward, with notable forward play and chances missed on both sides.

WemEn's Real Moxatlenin Queanbeyan Tyr Bert Fiver T Penee Willimnur Clark D. Imrie Tdwarda Gueanbeyan Panaee Anand Fee Gual Spence Fe Genge Uv Rine Giegnbevar

Uranium Rush Inn Territory Darwin Report

Fragmented OCR notes describe a North Territory site linked to uranium exploration with government offers of 1000 pounds. Mentions of aborigines, walkabout, and local supplies such as tobacco and cloth appear, with reference to northern fore territory discoveries and SNP deposits.

Darwin North ‘Territory

Two Children Drowned in Parched Waterways

A Friday tragedy reports two children drowned following an accident near Addleatown, Barrylands. Kenneth Ticherdur, 11, and Margaret Martin, 10, slipped into a water pit while siblings and friends watched. Robert Gain of Meeryland and a passersby attempted rescue. the body of one child was recovered, the other remains missing as authorities investigate.

Aydney Kennain Addleatown Barrylands Crandman Miecee Paiad Sallzug Wairr Kenneth Held Robert Gain Meeryland Ae Oyena Parramatta Hospital Margaret Martin Atacqania Street Fairield Freek Nowy Jankie Slater Pouce

Mr. D. J. Wilkie to Retire After 38 Years

Mr D J Wilkie of Deakin will retire after 38 years at the Commonwealth Public Service. He began as Chief Xs year of Patents in Canberra after moving from Brunswick Tech College. Acknowledgments mention his long service and planned honours on retirement.

Comaumwealth Rer Mion S Douglas J. Wilkie Deakin Wilkie Comal Amrt Mathematice Tardgetence St Brunswick Tech Tien) College Canberra

Prime Minister on Levy Plans

The prime minister discussed levy plans amid mixed views. He suggested approaching Australia’s grower groups and manufacturers in France Germany and Belgium for support while noting Australia-wide consequences. The response from Mr Mensies remained noncommittal.

Publisher on Stealing Charge In Australian Notice

In Sydney Hunday a publisher was arrested on a charge of stealing money from a publication. A man entered the office to cancel a booking and a calico bag with money was reported missing shortly after.

Sydney Hunday Lvolvetiven Anc Chargung Hkh Alealtg EM 77 Tye Altralian Phillip Breet St Tines

Higher Prices Today For Lead And Zinc

Sydney reports rising prices for virgin lead and zinc for Australian consumption at 650 per ton. The government held talks on price controls and supply measures as ministers considered steps to stabilize the market before year end. Officials urged producers to align with new policy aims while awaiting federal decisions.

Sydney Virgin Lead and Inc

Head Toll Makes Urgent Sayiister: Road Safety Push

A garbled report cites an urgent toll law push led by Senator McLeay and Senator Mekady. It mentions road accidents and quotes officials praising a plan to warn households about highway safety through a booklet titled Your Highway Sade.

McLeay Mekady Seroma Dace

Canberra range practice day yields mixed scores

The report lists numerous names and partial scores from a practice session at the Canberra range. Notable entries include Motatows, Webb, Furr, Pit, Berger, Laws, and Laird among others. Several scores are unclear but indicate varied performance across shooters and events.

J. Motatows Canberra Baturday F. Webb Humey Ale ‘Miccerty Cananner Zoad- Berger Sob Salm Laws Baureo Wwe Macarty Mudeun A Derger Laird Noskon Dsta le Noakes

V M C A Notes and Carnival Report

Fragmentary 1920s era notes describe a YMCA carnival event, a marching group likely named Graton Mightselle Dar, and a community gathering with a Bron’s Club appearance. Names and dates are unclear, with scattered phrases about October, December, and local friends attending various activities.

Goer Cry Mar Graton

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