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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Apr 12, 1949

Page

4

Youth With Broken Charged With Murder

Robert Thomas, 18, of Sehouret, faces murder charges in Central Criminal Court for the killing of Bruce Maitland Pryor near Gasford last November. The court heard Thomas suffered a fractured spine and mental condition, delaying his plea as his lawyers sought an insanity defense.

Thoma’ Y Pounael Vinaard Duatie Clancy Tne Wiszard Thomas Thoma Rooney Cinliat Tomate

Murdered Native Pound Alive In Darwin Case

In the Coroners Court Willy, identified as the native sought for questioning in the murder of tribal chief Falwala, appears with Constable Gorton and Kyte-Litte, as officers search northern Arnhem Land for Willy. The inquiry into Nelly’s death at Oenpelli was opened and adjourned until April.

Darwin Monauy Satie Aftalin Omar Utr B'Keyle-Ittle Willy Seare Arnhem Land Kyte-Litte John Gordon Lanit Falwala Aaieeking Kyle-Litteland Gorton Mainourtation Alain Bea- Wick Tation Knui Wing Ims Willy Wan Flewie Nelly Oenpelli J. Rang

M A Not to Nominate for Formulary in Melbourne

Melbourne officials announce that 3.M.A. will not nominate for the formulary. The BEA committee will revise the Tat ot Bnnglabe niepsratidis under the fee medaine scheme. Victor Hurley, president of the Ampriation and the BALA, states the machinery for the free Mealehyn scheme. Hoperee and the Governer are involved.

Melbourne BEA Victor Hurley Ampriation BALA

Amateur billiards meeting announces Easter canteens event

The report notes an amateur billiards group planning a competition of five rounds to be played on Thursday nights. At the annual meeting the officers elected were Mr. J. Bower as President and Mr. N. Wynne as Secretary.

Pistel Aston Acton Sita Prtitinn J. Bower Preident N. Wyun

Sak Charged as Prohibited Immigrant

Driry George Gelia, 30, shopkeeper, faced charges in Special Predera Court for remaining in Australia despite migration rules. Gelia says he received a September 1940 letter from the Immigration Department approving permanent stay and arranged for his family to join him. An immigration officer noted Gelia failed a dictation test in Spanish. further action expected.

Ay Driry Deintrinas George Gelia Reek Gelly Immigration Department Australia Mare Levt der Colin Harold James Smith Immigralen Gein Spanian Inte Reneevedt

Royal Canberra Golf Tournament Highlights and Winners

Partial report from Easter Carnival events at Royal Canberra lists Bayne as par competition leader with strong showings across A and B grades. Betton wins A grade, while Crlep, Hartdles, Haile, Grant, Lautan, and Shoonmaker appear among notable performers. Arrival of American contenders Crue and Shoonmaker noted, with Archie Kemp expected as possible Australian rival.

Pene Bayne Royal Canberra I.R. Beton B. Crlap Sap RR Duedan Cj” Burke Bs Grad Ca Worthiy Nthe G. Hartdles Uke Haile Erzpocmae Sonay Ee Bernie Grant Victorias Adama Finiahe Melbourne Crear Mangminy Tan Gordon Square Rudy Crue Pretec America Archie Kemp Cruz

Guard Charged With Murder In Central Court

Sydney police remand a 20 year old guard, Samven Graham Ruxton, on a murder charge in the death of Edward Colin Mora. The case was sent to April 1 for further proceedings as bail set at 250 pounds was noted.

Sydney Monilay Samven Graham Ruxton Tram Gust Pickup Central Court Edward Colin Mora

Home, law and market notes from Sydney court and stock listings

Sydney Monday court session cited Alfred Blair 36 charged with unlawfully wounding after an argument at a home in the Industrial area. Witnesses described Blair punching a man and striking him with a door, amid a separate report on beef market quotes and prime stock prices in the same dispatch.

Rydney Harold Angua Byron Ngrwiner Walker Wan Rede Fern Court Hin -Brothers At-Law Alfred John Blair Cameran Anifederont TV Sydney Blaiy Hnme Biren Bercamer Ing Prine Weth Pi Locke

Canberra Rifle Club shoot scores high at 500 yards denen Cup

The Canberra Rifle Club held last Saturday’s shoot at 500 yards for the denen Cup in excellent conditions. Scores were generally high with shooters including Finan, White, and Cannon among top marks. notable entries transfer from Bathurst and local club members posted strong rounds.

Canberra Bathurst Laoyahot Finan K Whitey Buy Lara Forno MeLend Cannon Lo McCarty Colin Priewtley Pine Millienn Repr Ate Ng Shaun Blowitt Antonh Lawes W Webb Honaiam Soaken Alisay Webb HL Hay Bourn Aiud McNally Looyed B McCarty So'shea 'Ay Aoa Ta W, Priestley

State Lottery Sydney Draw Report

Lottery No 1820 drawn today lists first prize 0848 Juong Byndialy AL Lovers Cantlereagh street Sydney. Second prize 521%8 2 Aqnabats P J Andrews Main Road Woolloomooloo. Third prize A780 Four Gals Syndicate Winnon 22 Kings Road Vaucluse. Fourth prize 52503 Happy Birthday syndicate O Keefe Lindsay Street East Maitland. Fifth prize 9560 Bun eames Syndicate J H Adams Morgan via Coramba Battery. Draw to be held tomorrow.

Sydney Juong! Byndialy AL Lovers Cantlereagh Street Aqnabats P. J. Andrews Main Road Woonon Ire Winnon Kings Road Vaucluse

Sydney byday horse racing: Mentmore in Cup contention

In racing notes from Sydney and Doncaster hints emerge that Mentmore may race in the Sydney Cup. Brice and Indian Chet are also considered starters. Ridden by A Breasey, the field includes Carbon Copy, Comic Court, De La Sala, Vagabond and more as trainers prepare entrants.

Rydney Cup Comic Court de la Sala Trommactio Marne Vagabond Benyolo Sir Raven

Wool values fall in Sydney auctions report

Wool market tone softer in Sydney with Brisbane sales the week prior showing decline. Prices for fine wools slipped 10 percent from February 17 auctions while good average lots eased about 1 to 2 percent. Quality descriptions varied. competition remained strong from Great Britain and continental buyers amid uncertain demand.

Bydney Brisbane Pricom Eheuwey Losvers Peter Operetorn Inewh Mia Fan IZA JTK Springbank YAS

Burma President Readies India Visit Amid Invitation

Burma's president plans a visit to India following an invitation from India's Prime Minister. The schedule includes talks in New Delhi with the aim of strengthening bilateral ties and regional cooperation.

Burma India Dell sMoniay Ili Fn Syjime Ithinhin Nib

Unclear text on Sydney racing events and horses

Fragmentary report mentions St Leger at Randwick and Sydney Cup with horses Snowstream Carbon Copy and others, but details are garbled. No clear outcome, dates, or full names to confirm a coherent summary.

Rydney Minday Wren Randwick Snowstream Carbon Cony Comty Court Buble

Take a Dessert Apoontus To Ease Catarrhal Deafness

An advertisement urges relief of catarrhal deafness and head noises. It claims a double strength remedy from a chemist, to be prepared with water, promising quick relief from heat distress, easier breathing, and clearer hearing after a single daily dose.

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