06 Jun 1950
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Newspaper
Dubbo Liberal And Macquarie Advocate
Location
Dubbo, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 06, 1950
Page
1
A 96 year old woman was injured in a street incident near 20 Mlge Street. She had lived in the town for decades and walked regularly to shop. She was taken to hospital for treatment after the accident.
General George C. Kenney warned that atomic weapons could cripple an afion in one day and smash dozens of cities with millions of casualties in a future war akin to Pearl Harbor. He stressed no airtight radar defense and urged public preparedness, warning of rapid, decisive nuclear attack in Europe and elsewhere.
Wollons Tuesday report describes a 220 year old Wollizong youth facing welfare bar to family support due to government policy. Mother petitions for continuous aid as doctors confirm incapacity from diabetes, with marais and Marshall officers still determining eligibility under pension rules.
Reported clash of fighters at Wembley for the heavyweight title ends with suspicions of foul play. Promoter Jack Solomon faces scrutiny as tension rises over travel restrictions and crowd chaos. Bruce Woodcock and Gunnar Solomons were set to fight with 200 spectators blocked from entering.
The article analyzes nine months of customs duties impacts, noting a sharp rise in costs for goods and higher consumer prices. It cites a 91,848,000 gain in a comparable period and argues current tariff policy inflates prices while seeking to support manufacturers.
Fragments describe temperatures around 40 to 60 degrees with a forecast of cold fronts and rising winds. The text mentions a record low of 40 degrees and a high near 60, with references to Saturday and Monday readings and a mild day expected tomorrow amid variable winds and fog guidance.
General MacArthur orders the ban on the Japanese Communist party as part of postwar policy. The move targets known figures and organizations, including prominent activists such as Sanzo Nosuke and Tokuda Jeyul Chi, amid broader political restructuring. The decree signals a new phase in occupation governance.
Fragmentary OCR notes mention Countess London and Countess of Vareweas in a context of a royal event or visit. Details are unclear, with garbled phrases and stray capitalization. No verifiable dates or locations are readable from the text.
A garbled historical note recalls a Dubbo athlete, known as Ossie Walk, rising from Western Suburbs to national rugby league selection. The piece sketches his pathways through Dubbo clubs, Ipswich and Sydney suburbs, with mentions of Western Queensland ties and a late family tribute, amid faded references to teams and dates.
Fragmentary notes indicate a planned abattoirs project at Gunnedah. Details are unclear due to damaged text but reference to council involvement and timing suggests regulatory approvals and construction steps pending.
North Dubbo Progress Association at its annual meeting described town streets as being in a "sharking condition" and urged a joint protest to Municipal Council. Members urged coordination with West Dubbo, Newtown, and North Dubbo Progress Associations to push for improvements during election time.
In Dubbo a swing to the Sedonite is urged as leaders from three parties plan public meetings. The Gopi bey Party leader Mr Brugner and Premier Bin Megs will address gatherings this week while other MPs and local candidates continue campaigning in the area.
Four footballers were injured when a fracas outside a Bath street ground turned violent. Whiteley, Donshwe, and two others sustained fractures and head injuries as melee escalated after a match. All were taken to Hie Hage Hospital for X-ray and treatment.
In Bathurst the association reports a profit from a 1250 fathom metric, noting the gain will grow when remaining member subscriptions are renewed.
A fragmented snippet notes renovation plans for a badge and map with references to Australian figures and wartime diggers. It mentions Chamberlayne and Compign in a wartime context, with unclear dates or places due to damaged text. The readable items hint at exhibit preparation or commemorative work.
The Dubbo Sub-Branch of the RSL plans a greyhound track at North Dubbo despite opposition from the North Dubbo Progress Association. Meetings at the Showground address transfer of events while the RSL aims to host night boxing and athletics at the center of the ground. The project seeks one of the best tracks in New South Wales country districts, with land between Dariur and Rourke Streets reserved for the development.
An article notes Argentine interest in importing Australian merinos and expanding home textile production. It mentions a Sydney resident and a prospective Australian coven, outlining plans to import and grow exports to Argentina. The piece discusses economic aims, trade partners, and potential shifts in global wool markets.
A tumultuous note from London details an alleged bid to damage a carrier. Investigators questioned several engineers as two magnetic signatures were found near the boiler room. The aim, the paper says, was to disrupt the launch of the new aircraft carrier Ark Rival.
Proposal seeks to alter water meter reading to supply consumers with stated information on winter meter coding. Officials propose duplicating account copies for customers or special notices related to readings to ensure clarity and accuracy.
A damaged OCR item records a decision to impose a six month loss of £60 at a local racing event. The report mentions a meeting held Friday night, a General Messing of the club, and a committee proposing rules and penalties for conduct during racing.
Police report a long trek by hunters and trackers chasing alleged cattle thieves across Wirri country. A large number of stock were driven off and dogs followed tracks through gullies as officers pursued through Belpre fawn and surrounding districts. Charges filed against grazers remain under review as the investigation continues.
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