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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Apr 30, 1954
Page
4
The annual chrysanthemum show features numerous varieties and color themes. Winners include multiple entries judged on quality and arrangement with judges from local horticultural groups recognizing outstanding blooms and displays.
Rita Hayworth agreed with Prince Aly Khan to give their four year old daughter Yasmin about £470 000. Aly Khan signed the financial agreement before leaving for Europe. The terms reportedly include custody provisions that could allow Hayworth more time with Yasmin each year, though she fears Aly Khan may not return if she leaves the country.
The next Labour government would end uncertainty over Jervis Bay by promoting civilian development, opening new areas, and offering pensionary grants for residential and infill uses. They would also study Commonwealth funding for a Canberra coast road and seek to reassure residents about the Naval College's future.
The document lists various mixed and women events for Saturday with names such as Mrs M Larkham A Wilkimon Mra Read Mrs Withers Kebblewaite Fitzpatrick Frost Wel Browsing Mrs E Osrien J Lansdown A Johnston W Browsing Mrs M Luke X Johnston D Withers A Mead Mixa J Bailey MW McDonald D Donaldain Mrs B Southwell J Brinn Y Coles R Donaldson J Webb.
A district court jury awarded Grudzien a Polish labourer living at Kandos 400 pounds for breach of promise against a German woman. The verdict included 214 pounds 10 shillings 3 pence representing Grudzien’s payments for Milas Lavmann’s fare to Australia.
In County Court, Nelonna awarded damages for a breach of contract and an assault claim. The defendant farmer Herbert Edwin Siemering faced £260 for breaking her collarbone and three broken ribs amid the alleged assault, with defense noted as not fully successful.
A Royal Commission was shown how Studley-Rux-ton searches were conducted as Constable Hill testified. The proceedings revealed no pressure or coercion during custody and the hearing was adjourned to Monday.
Hoad and Rosewall claimed a decisive victory in the White City three day event. The Australian pair dominated matches including a quick 6/2 win over Tobin and others as they eye the Davis Cup era.
Results show draws listed with multiple names and syndicates including Flint Arthur and Harry syndicate and Winterbottom Kelno Wirth. Amounts 40316 113 and 41096 appear with various entries and locations such as 37 George Street Fickville and 8 Cabarita Road Concord. Future draws 3067 and 3008 will be drawn tomorrow.
Federal Associates' Stebleford M. Donaldson scored 33 points to win the AB-holen tabletord held by Federal Golf. Notable finishers included Q. Brinkman and Mrs. M. Kaye, with others like New E. Gentleman 31, Arbuckle 34, Vallance 30, Glipart 29, Shultz 20, and Rumble 28. Mid-week attendance is expected for weekend entertainments at the golf club.
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