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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Sep 28, 1949
Page
4
A chaotic OCR note from Canberra lists invites for tenders and job notices from the Department of Works and Housing. It mentions internal and external tenders for Albert Hall projects and painting at Albert Mall, with details available at the office.
Incomplete OCR parrots a weather bulletin with scattered data on temperatures, wind conditions, and forecast timing. The garbled lines mention temperatures around 4 to 9 degrees and gusts, with references to times and locations, but key details are unreadable.
Fragmented OCR report describes remarks by Britain's Foreign Secretary at the United Nations General Assembly. It notes tensions over Soviet development, Western policy toward Russia, and calls for unity among Western powers while warning of economic and military strains in Europe and the Americas.
The acting Director-General says there are no polio epidemic signs in New South Wales. He notes past cases were mild and not epidemic, cites small incidence building community immunity, and mentions a committee traveling to Victoria to monitor conditions.
Stricter fire prevention measures move through the legislative session. The proposed bill imposes penalties including fines up to £200 or two years imprisonment for dangerous acts. It sets fire safety rules for bush areas and calls for permits during high fire risk periods. The plan includes a fire-fighting fund controlled by the government and local authorities.
Canberra authorities announce a penny fare increase amid higher operating losses and maintenance costs. The plan covers new services and imported parts, with a revised timetable starting Friday. Route changes affect Narrabundah and expansion areas, while rural district adjustments are under consideration after 30 replacements.
The Sydney court heard two charges against John Armatrang of Biation Biert Macrix Mark Seat. He allegedly deceived buyers by selling unripe or inauthentic fruit products and intending to defraud at amounts around £23 4s. The case relates to manufacture and sale of fruit juices under false pretences.
Victor McMahon presents a lecture on the flute tracing its origins from hollow bone to modern form the Piper of Pan. The event drew about 80 adults with many children on stage and featured McMahon's solo pieces along with arias and a Gluck Orpheus fragment performed by Miss Ronit Gocaseta and Miss Hope Donaldacn with piano accompaniment.
A scrambled report notes a Labour Party issue involving house phone number lists and new connections. It mentions Deputy Leader Vat Harricanal at adjournment from the House of Representatives, with fragments of positions and events unclear.
Parliament debated the proposed name for Australia’s British Dominion grouping and the government indicated it would keep the term Commonwealth of National Ministry for External Affairs. Ministers discussed irrigation plans for the Havrinon river valley and emphasized the historical importance of the word Commonwealth. The session also touched on naval funding, flood relief, and wartime petitions, with emphasis on maintaining existing nomenclature and policy direction.
The report details a heated budget debate over devaluation with references to Mr McEwen and Mr Chifley. Ministers clash on who drafted the budget and the impact of devaluation on prices and wage policy, with accusations of government mismanagement and confusion aimed at public understanding.
A chaotic report outlines concerns voiced by a bank chairman about potential threats to freedom amid arguments over the Banking Act of 1947. The chairman cites Privy Council rulings and government moves as risks to national banking and regulatory independence.
The readable parts describe election topics and government statements about propaganda and information handling. Mentions of ministers, the Labor Party, and advisory council elections suggest a political news brief, though many names and details are garbled.
The Prices Ministers will confer with other ministers next Friday on patent price changes and a possible 2d rise in petrol. Rexall may follow with an approved increase, while talks include imports, compensation, and duties. Melbourne will host a center with Broken Hill mine owners amid discussions.
Officials for the Walon Breeders Owners and Trainers association reported approval of aero for greyhound racing in the metzapallian area. The NAW Trottige Cru Ltd sought authorization to hold racing at Marcht Park next year, with plans for October meetings and potential belt tightening if rules permit.
Fragmented OCR outlines a federal plan offering scholarships and living allowances to students, tying aid to merit and need. It mentions support for wives of married students and varying grants, with references to Dedman and university committees.
A minister spoke on a large enrolment rise and its electoral impact. He noted many who claimed citizenship would gain voting rights. nomination day was set for November 14 with polling on December 31 and final proceedings by January 3. He urged a calm, fair process.
Readers learn of YWCA activities including talks by government officials, short programs, and a Friday opening by the High Commission. A Saturday meeting offers fitness and social events, dance show with Claude Basar and orchestra, plus a large sale and charitable activities.
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