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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Sep 26, 1950

Page

4

Smoke Pall and War Rumors Roil North America

Reported smoke and rumours of war swept across North America causing fear among residents. Officials noted unusual weather patterns and wildfires in Manitoba and Alberta with speculated links to wind currents. Authorities urged caution as scattered fires were reported across several provinces.

North America Ann Panke Fern Fintario Rome Cleveland Manitoba Sein Cuit Alberta

Weather fragment reports mixed readings and place names

Fragmentary weather note from Canberra and NSW towns lists barometer readings and temperatures with several unreadable portions. Mentions include Batemans Bay, Gunning, Cooma, Bombala, Kunde and Wereidah among scattered figures, with no coherent forecast.

Tapansamire Maine AL 'Yum Gunning Yam Fet GaStaatense Fen Iradare Cooma Man ‘Bet Bombala Kunde Oe Wereidah Dedebroe Hake

Security Council and UN forces debate Korean crisis

The article discusses failures to deter aggression and the need for a prepared UN peace patrol. A US State Department plan to create a patrol ready to act if the Security Council is unable to, is analyzed as a remedy to prevent future subversions of UN authority. It notes the North Atlantic Council’s role and the desire to bind agreements into a formal pact, while stressing the General Assembly’s power to act swiftly if the Council is blocked.

Sthottom Ty Vv Koreen Artaie Tarteo Reliance United States Dem Azwua Pance Patrol Security Council United Nations Organisation Xarean Aftaie United Nations South Erres Norn Atlantic Council Pacific Achésust United Nations General Assembly United Nations Organisation Itarif

Mr Hughes M ILR Has 86th Birthday

Sydney reports congratulatory telegrams poured in for Mr W M BCH on his 86th birthday. Mr Hughes, with six decades in Parliament, defends intellect and vision, noting federation will aid his party’s future and praising national unity.

Mr. Hughes M.ilr Sydney W. ML. Bch Hughes Tha

Stites Elected Fellow by Ox ford University Union

D W Stites elected as Fellow of the D I F of te ert ta jararch Fellowship during a ceremony partly at Oxford University Poland and Pretoria with part of the voyage in Africa. The Minister for the Interior Hon P A McBridey praised Stites as a notable observer fellow.

Raacimereset Oxfond University D. W. WN. Gubbe Die Fica Tradtliffe " Obmarvetory Pretoria Boul Africa Oxford Tiniversity Foland Tibia Frarch Ax Commonwealth Btrramlo Radchitte Adarch PA. McBiridey Stibte

World champion woods to tour federal bureau before flight home

United States criminal investigation methods to be rewired as Aguttonne Mervyn Wood, world singing crowe winner, plans extensive tour of the Federal Bureau of ... from Washington to London with his wife then home. The Woods, member of the NAW, expect a London stopover en route.

Rminuters Oonday Washington London Jacki Xray United Mates Tam

Rotary Club's Annual Meeting in Canberra

Air W Balmford was elected president of the Canberra Rotary Club at the annual meeting held at Golliwater. Officers chosen included vice president Bir W Tur er, secretary Me Pom, treasurer B e 3 Jeremy, and committee members St W Dunbar and others. Attendance averaged over 78 percent from a 48-member membership. The event highlighted club activities, fund drives like EMLCAS OAD, community service and fellowship, with speeches, entertainment, and a twilight musical program concluding the gathering.

Air W. Balmford Canberra Hotary’ Glub Act Golliwater Agat Alectid Wer W. Turer Me. Pom Prrnaurer B.e Jeremy Sond Myrabery Grant St. W. Dunbar Koment Ater Emlcas Gretaeen Denber Club Ab- Tiven

Dr Nett Recovers Df LW Nott for the ALT

Dr Nett reports recovering MP Nott after discharge from Canberra Community Hospital following a bout of pennchitie. He returned to Guildford today for ongoing care and rest.

Dr. Nett Nott Canverra Community Hospital Guly Eertorday

Crash Plane Found Safe After Halifax Search

All sixteen occupants of an American plane were found alive after a Goose Bay search 500 miles northeast of Goose Bay. The Lancaster rescue plane located survivors and airmen were evacuated to safety by medical staff. The incident is under investigation and authorities report all crew members accounted for.

Halifax Hove Bega Soon Sitarwarda Lancaster ThiStead Waa

Wool Prices Ease in Sydney Market Report

In Sydney wool prices eased amid weaker demand and currency effects. Trade sources note softer crossbred values and steadier long wool, with buyers cautious while selectors focus on quality and staple length. Markets indicate potential rebounds as buyers reassess Australian fleece supply and global demand dynamics.

Merino wool sale shows higher prices at public auction

Melequene Price reports Tas rape price erg TM r merino aes kt the Belbenine woot salon to-day war lower 7,000 tain Wert submitted mostly from Riverma and Northern Victorian districts. Proportionate offering 60 per cent merino and 40 per cent crossbred. Consigned wool brought higher average prices than at the art sale.

Riverma Norern

Protests Over Wool Tax Spann Across Districts

Telegrams and meetings across Eden Monaro and Braidwood districts show woolgrowers voicing strong opposition to a wool tax. Fraser and MER leaders discuss coordinated action while signatures and telegrams call for federal government intervention.

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Graziers in Open Revolt Over Wool Export Policy

A chaotic report describes graziers in open revolt against a wool export policy. Leaders accuse authorities of delaying and mismanaging the reform and vow to press protests at a large meeting. Willingness to oppose government measures is stated amid fears of a harsh reception.

Cdnrt Awanday Alt Raat Amelia Iemphout Uv Tate Byaney Williame

Norman Myer Expects Warmer Wool Prices Help Makers

Norman Myer chairman and chief executive of Myren Niporium returns from months abroad. He notes many men’s clothing manufacturers in America plan to focus on cheaper fabrics, with wool prices cut and samples reduced. He predicts a narrowing of fabric ranges as firms adjust to market conditions.

Norman ‘Myer Norman Myer Myre Niporium America Felui Ertinelat Fabere

Rosia Plays Down Korea Not Yet Accepting Peace

A fragmented report suggests Soviet forces near Korea and Manchuria, with Western observers citing cautious Moscow stance. Diplomatic chatter centers on Korea and potential Chinese actions, while U N peace plans remain in flux amid shifting propaganda and security concerns.

Houses Needed for Private Workers in Canberra Debate

Two Advisory Council members argued private enterprise should get priority in allocating houses for essential workers. The discussion touched on private housing for bakers and other trades, with questions about central government vs private provision and the role of employers in supplying homes.

Fracer A. T. Shakespeare Breeer Nenad Peeraone Sahtern Canberra Uney Government Chie Fraser Nis Teu Evmbionmenta Ovena 3A Detwenn Cour Fetl fAleteen Alxtreti Porceniage Cheneems Sherma Hid

Valuations for Purchase of Homes Amid Delays and Deliberations

The Interior Minister weighs approvals for numerous homes, many started in 1996, amid contractor delays and rising costs. Officials cite 270 a year as typical for completed projects, with 59 homes delivered last August and 30 more ready by September. The ongoing wait stretches to months, affecting residents awaiting new dwellings and potential upgrades.

Bae Ieee Jung Mit Fon Works Howgng iMr Casey Ant Han

Canada Has Lessons For Australia From Uplifting Visit

The article recounts Canadian examples praised by Mr A T Bhaleceponre at the Cenbarra annual meeting. It highlights Canada’s balanced mixing of tradition and modern progress, its resilient work ethic, and the influence of a cordial society on employment and culture. It notes Shakespearian remarks on trade, tourism, and cross border relations.

Canada A. T. Bhaleceponre Cenbarra Dominion Ahakmpeare Sinan Kummnon Uae Tom Mure Prople Shakesperre Gerad

Malayan Campaign Struggles Highlight Jungle Conflict

An incomplete July report notes Malayan colonial forces rely on constant jungle patrols to suppress bandit activity and boost morale. White reports supply disruptions and a new alert about indigenous tensions, drawing parallels with earlier conflicts in New Guinea.

Cork White Mr. White Smalage Gainea

Pope Pius condemns capitalism as harmful to faith

Vatican dispatch reports Pope Pius XII urging clergy worldwide to condemn capitalism. The pontiff argues capital and private property undermine sacraments and promote inequality, calling for a shift toward just economic systems aligned with Christian teaching.

Vatican City Seonda Pius Asia Tte

Magmifice Reporting of War

A distorted report from War coverage criticizes newspapers for carelessness and sensational tone. It notes editors like Bir Keth Murdoch and Uwe berala TM denying praise for war reporting while lamenting widespread injuries and casualties in Kare.

Melhourne Mowdray Liday Uwe 'Berala Bir Keth Murdoch Kare Bern

Polio Expert to Arrive on Saturday

A polio expert is due in Canberra on Saturday to advise on the epidemic. The visit aims to assist hospital boards and state health authorities in arranging care and vaccination.

Australia to Send More Meat to UK

London reports Sir Webb, vice Minister for Food, predicts a doubling of meat shipments after a new bilateral agreement with Britain. He cites productive cooperation with Argentina and South America as key to expanding trade routes, aiming to boost supplies for the United Kingdom.

Australia London R'Riday Anatrodia Tritain Ares Mr. Webb Webb South America

Dulles: U.N. Must Be Always On Job

In a televised statement John Foster Dulles urged the United Nations to be consistently active to maintain world peace. He said the four point plan would strengthen the General Assembly and an effective force is needed to counter aggression. He warned against a world where nations avoid responsibility and noted Russia’s Security Council boycott as a missed veto opportunity.

Washington Asherican Foreign Affaire John Yester Dulles Dutlen Repuiblican State Department U.S United Nations Russie Security Council Counneil United States Dagen Free World Ameren Dulles

Ministers Silent on Fare Increases

Thirteen members of a parliamentary committee were uncommunicative as they adjourned. Debate centered on proposed increases in rail freights and fares, with suggested ranges from 16 to 40 percent for rail freights and varied rises for other transport costs.

Monda of & Calle Samsmittee

Parks for the People Needed in Canberra

Community advocates press for new urban parks in Canberra with focus on Crescent, Telopes Park and Cog Shale plans. Early planting and path development cited, signaling urgency to complete extensions and amenities for public use despite funding and authority constraints.

Lew Bouth Wolek Woon Wy Ag Cannarra Widh Shagos Cpl Natal Canberre Hag Menga Onder Canberra Ay JR Viclertly Tuki Telopes

Restoration Of By Council Aids Holiday Week End

Fragmentary OCR notes report a council restoration decision affecting holiday weekend operations. The text mentions Mr. J. R. Fraser and arrangements for agents and boarding facilities, with unclear payment details referenced as Pt Gay. The overall sense is a local government action modifying duties or fees around a holiday period.

A. Monn J. R. Fraser Wee

Overseas Experts For Mt Stromlo Visit For Experiments

Two American scientists De bien and Dr. 3. Bape visit Mt Stromlo to resume experiments after earlier firing incidents. They attend conferences at AOE and expect to be in Canwers Rv Jey Tania yesterday. Tenders set for additional outages as contingencies.

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