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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Apr 08, 1952

Page

6

Government Grants for South African War Veterans Centennial

Commonwealth to fund celebrations marking the fiftieth anniversary of the South African treaty at Pretoria on May 31, 1902. Veterans Association officials estimate 1100 to 1200 South African veterans may attend Australia wide events. In Sydney, bantamweight champion Jimmy Snes Carruthers headlines a sound tour with Coleman in a non-title boxing bout described as a long, hard-fought contest ending in fatigue for Coleman after nine rounds.

South African War Veteran's Association Tty Pretoria Yenteriday Commonwealth Alysteeti Sydney Jimmy Snes Tay ‘Cleman Sydney Stadt Mo Lenton Moimindees Coleman

First Canberra Jet Being Built

Sydney Monday report notes the Canberra jet bomber will be completed at Fishermen's Bend Victoria in October. Minister for Air Mr McMulony said the first Canberra would go to a testing field near Geelong after production plans despite recent overtime climbs. No official reason for structural defects was given by Mr McMahon.

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Doncaster Handicap field narrows at Randwick on Saturday

Only 25 horses are expected in the Doncaster Handicap at Randwick this Saturday after first acceptances. The field has shrunk from 32 with contenders including Desert Warrior, Mercury Pret, and Top Httersie among others under consideration by trainers. In the London Cup context, Teal Han retuned an American offer of 20 000 and Teal was bought for £1 000 with subsequent Irish connections.

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Sydney Cup details and four acceptances in doubt

The article lists early acceptances for the Sydney Cup including horses such as Hydrogen and Hydrogen related contenders. It notes possible four starters in the St Leger field and cites many entries with prices and weights for Doncaster Handicap and related events.

Royal Baxter Show Brands and Prices Amid Strikes at Sydney Show

Amid droughts and fires, Royal Baxter Show animals drew attention as Shorthorns and Herefords dominated. Workers paused meetings and a bar strike touched the event as stock prices fell sharply with top price around 2600. Noted entries included "Wong!" and "Kabah Actor" from Victoria and Wantabadgery Pastoral Co Pty Ltd, with judges listing top cattle in classes for bulls under two years and 18 months.

Sydney Monauy Deiry Royal’ Baxter Wales Bull J. Kernel- Heh

Three youths face multiple charges in court case

In a court session, Alan Den Wid, 18, and Amalia Southwell, 18, along with Sally Jones, faced several theft and related charges. Police testified they stole a motor cart and motor cycles, starting them by shorting ignition. Jones received bond for habit, while Den Wid and Southwell received fines and suspended terms. One youth, Ago Fravers, faced similar charges with varied penalties.

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Frome Stivet Butcher Defends Life for Drowned Man Case

Aubrey Claude Butcher of Nertabundah faced a 640 good behaviour placement after pleading guilty to living with intoxicated liquor in a vehicle under Usp influence. Evidence showed motives to save a man who drowned three years earlier in the Hooded Molonglo river. The court heard a list of named witnesses and attendants at various hostels and stations in Canberra area.

Aubrey Claude Butcher Frome Nertabundah Butcher MFRG Bailey Maul Molonglo

Snead Masters Victory Reported Amid Confusion

A garbled note from Georgia details Sam Snead winning his second Masters with a 72 par score and a $4,000 total prize. Other names mention Jim Woneler, Al Bosse, Tommy Bolt, and Forrestier with scattered figures. the text is largely unreadable, but asserts Snead’s win and prize amid unclear supporting data.

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