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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Sep 28, 1950
Page
5
Government outlines changes to wool tax with primary producers to pay. Fractal Cabinet to meet tomorrow and Saturday to finish draft measures to be included in the Budget. Coalition discussions on currency reform and export levy proposals reveal cross party tensions and shifts in revenue plans.
Nine Australian students were selected by the US Educational Foundation to study in the United States under the Fulbright program. Recipients include dentistry and education scholars pursuing postgraduate study at institutions such as the University of Chicago and Columbia. The nine winners bring the total number of Australian Fulbright grants to ten, with funding totaling several million dollars for teaching and research at American universities.
North City and Coneway battle for the Snow Shield title in a Sunday finale at University Oval. Ground readiness and weather delays threaten gate receipts and lineups as teams prepare with possible reshuffles and key players unavailable.
Nehru, speaking at Nasik, urged the admission of China to the United Nations as a vital issue for the world body. He argued that recognizing China would bring substantial benefits and help safeguard India's independence while noting the need for trained manpower and industrial support for national goals.
London reports the BBC and Voice of America cracked Russia’s radio jamming by using 50 to 65 shortwave transmitters in simultaneous broadcasts. The effort increased Western reach into Soviet territory and doubled European output for Russia during the period, with major gains to Yugoslavia and Romania.
A Canberra firm, in conjunction with an American organization, is to hold a meeting to train twelve men for work on the Snowy Mountains scheme. The session aims to prepare trainees for drilling tasks and related duties on the project.
Canada this month honoured the life and achievements of Stephan G. Stephanawan, a noted Icelandic poet. The commemoration in Markerville featured a bronze monument and tablet, erected by Ontario officials, honoring his pioneering work and enduring influence on Western Canadian culture.
Mr Philip D Reed president of the International Chamber of Commerce will visit Australie early next year. He will be accompanied by Pierre Vaamaer secretary general of the ICC. The visit of these two leaders is expected to be of importance to the Australian National Committees and Australian officials.
The Labour Opposition attacked the Commonwealth Government over the removal of Mr. Cullen from the Australian Wheat Board chair. Former trade official Mr. Pollard will lead the opposition in questioning the government’s replacement of Cullen with Mr. Temudale.
Sydney court today dismissed the claim for £9,900 brought by Alexander Wilson of Rand Concord against Wilton of Brummoyny. The judge found Wilson liable for costs after failing to prove the matter, and ordered him to pay the defendant’s costs.
A London firm completed a new all steel pre fabricated bungalow for exhibition in Tasmania. The 16 by 12 by 6 foot bungalow includes living room bedroom kitchen bathroom and lobby. It ships as portable components and can be erected by one man on a concrete foundation with optional extensions.
A collage of job ads and small ads listing vacancies for senior clerical work in the United Kingdom area, delivery roles, and general employment opportunities. Also includes various item sales, pets, and household goods with contact details and brief descriptions.
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