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Maryborough Chronicle

Location

Maryborough, Queensland, Australia

Date

May 18, 1950

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Asian aid deadlock at British conference prompts overseas reaction

Overseas reaction to the deadlock at the British Commonwealth conference on aid to South and Southeast Asia is reported as delegates work to iron out differences after a final session. Australian sources say a compromise plan may be endorsed, with long term aid funding and balances discussed to support rapid, peaceful progress in the region.

Nference Act South South-east Asia Cotale Aue Spender Lom Macee Donald

Amended Labour Bill Sparks Political Debate in Congress

The article reports heated debate over a proposed federal amendment to a trade unions act. Supporters demand stronger anti-Communist provisions while opponents warn of civil unrest. Lawmakers from multiple parties voice concerns about unity, legal rights, and government overreach.

Cengren ACTA Orgatsch Ioc Mr. Hedefesind Mmunina Mads Divicion J. Henly Worters House of Partlben Congres J’eriis Metiary Labour Party Ve Pederet Lamont Marty Acity Vita Belog Syierets Bey Tie Crowe

Artery Seizure Mystery Baffles New York Officials

Fragmented OCR reads like a garbled report from New York about arterial concerns and medical notes. The text references arteries, someone named Kaale and a person in a near missing context, with mentions of experts and a public health feel. The passage lacks coherent facts to form a clear event.

New York Nancy Young Kaale

Butter Ration Debate Amid Wartime Strain in Australia

Canberra reports ongoing butter rationing as Australia aims to supply England with butter crops. Senator O Sullivan warns of expanding dairy output to aid Britain while opposing price hikes and pushing government measures to stabilize wartime food supply.

Canberra England Australia Sen O'Sullivan Bilbewe Hm Centon Ampurmiia Austinia Logwthur O'Sulliven

Government clash over anti communism bill amendment

In Canberra on May 17 the Kent Hughes amendment to limit the Anti-Communist Bill to June 30, 1951 failed to gain official support from Government parties. Cabinet and a Liberal Country meeting discussed the move while Labour backed it if it advanced. The debate centered on whether a shorter limit would defeat the bill’s aim to eradicate communism in Australia.

E . Menzies Anberra Kent Hughes Lib Vic Liberal Country Labour Party Kent-Hughes Australia Parlin

Did Comms Face Alleged Criminal Aid at Demo

A garbled report claims officials and demonstrators at a Town Mall demonstration near South-East Aston Conference faced questions over alleged ties to criminals. Officials from Town Hall and EC Dev denied complicity, while witnesses described disrupted proceedings and unclear coordination among groups.

Osecy Mor — Patier Aston Lid EC Dev A. Wicke Bisease Communit

Rode Five Winners In A Royal Triumph At Race Meet

The report notes Selkis rode five winners, including a treble, at a race meeting. Apprentice Ray Selkitz rode in premier events, with leading horses such as Powers and Stone Gilneas, achieving multiple victories and a notable performance in the Sires Preatice Stakes.

Swoney Lemoins Bevine Ray Selkitz Ueh Saute Wales Selkis Gaur Gilneas Monk Powers

Menzies Rebutts Miner Shortage Claim in Parliament

Prime Minister Menzies defended national policy amid Miner shortages news, stating the government would act to secure work and maintain national priorities. He answered questions on labor, industry, and the coal board amid wartime needs and economic strain.

Canbrera Miteles Jimi Webey Mlenacbes Pielbady Coal Board Menaies

Melbourne license revoked for overcharging case

A regulator revoked the Melbourne license after findings of overcharging. The decision followed a detailed audit showing inflated fees and deceptive billing by the operator. The company faces penalties and must cease improper practices to regain eligibility. Authorities urge customers to review recent bills and file complaints if overcharged.

Alleged Race Racket Operated From GPO Report

Information disclosed by the Postmaster General today describes an alleged race racket tied to telegraph services. The report notes misuse of teleprinter and telex lines and implicates multiple parties in operating during the period, with officials promising action and prosecutions.

Sunita Abe Federa Ob Coveenniene Apolkeinan Funien G.P.O New South Wales Chs Anthony Ati Sree Arial Marcel Felten Maroyury

Dairyins Poten tial Drop In Wages

Fragmentary OCR text mentions dairyins, potential drop, economic notes, and scattered phrases about wages. No clear event, person, or organization is readable. the item is a damaged brief with unclear subjects and dates.

Presbyterian Church Facing Fund Shortfall Peoples Giving Lag

The Rev. D A Brown of St Lucia told the Presbyterian Church Assembly that the church could not meet its expenses as parishioners were not contributing according to their means. The speech highlighted a sustained lack of sufficient offerings and warned of financial strain on church operations.

Iisbane D. A. Brown St. Lucia Presbyterian Church Assembly Today Litte Presbyterian Church

Simplified Tax Law Next Year in Canberra

ANBERRA May 17 The Treasurer Mr Fadden said today that it is desired that simplified taxation law and procedure should operate to the financial year 1950 51 ensuring a clearer system and streamlined administration for next year.

Anberra Fadden

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