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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Aug 14, 1947
Page
3
In Sydney reports on a proposed Lake Macquarie power station. Minister Cahill stated a substantial annual coal amount would be needed and that the station would be fully mechanized. The remarks indicate government plans for power generation and industrial modernization.
The KOGsY League 3 clash between Atomida and a Visitors team drew a crowd of 6000 at the Manus Oval. Player selections include De Svallabis and Wallace while coaching staff plan training sessions over the next two months amid ongoing inquiries into chartered matches.
Two escaped prisoners armed with rifles forced a property owner to flee as they advanced toward a river area. Police closed in while the men moved along a road and into rough terrain near the Wanganui River. One fugitive fled into the bush, while the other was pursued after the owner reported the hold up and the escapees’ heavy action.
Fragmentary OCR text hints at inquiries into alleged dissent or disjointed actions tied to Mack Gottie and Planting and Cuming sites. The garbled lines mention shared plans, weeks of work, and unresolved outcomes but lack clear action, dates, or definitive entities.
Lord Nathan addressed the Canberra Autre Han Institute branch on maintaining air ordinances in Britain and new development. He cited costs of 300 ton and direct art, discussed civil aviation as evolving, noted RAF needs for modernization, and urged airport construction with runway extensions and safety amenities.
In a rural Surbvans Court session, applicants Mrs Irene Reity and Banal Bastas argued over ownership of 1683 with Betas sent to prison for trespass. A man claimed a 632 settlement and consented to an order, while the court considered the finances and settlement terms.
Traders threaten to cut supplies to hospital as payment disputes persist. The Premier and ministers face pressure from local traders over debts as negotiations with the State Government and Hospitals Commission stall. Leaders in Lismore and Gratton discuss factory settle ments and ongoing financial strains amid the impasse.
Police found Alfred Beecroft, 69, dead at his Werrington district home after an apparent argument with his brother Herbert Beecroft, 7. Initial examination suggested serious injuries but police believe death may be due to a heart failure. formal verdict pending after autopsy.
Canberra officials weigh Boweties and other options for ACT housing while no firm decision is reached on Ser ald' th and related manufacturing schemes. Proposals discuss employing local labor and sourcing materials, with debate over impact on strategies and housing supply.
Canberra's Kindergarten Society proposed research into nursery education with the Department of the Interior. A sub-committee weighed establishing a few nursery school places. no decision on eligibility or allocation was reached. The society will proceed with research to define extreme need. A cafe proprietor in Townsville faced £15,308 in tax evasion judgments from the Supreme Court.
After a successful year the Ex-Naval Association A C 7 section will hold its annual meeting Friday night at the Services Hat. The gathering will be followed by the annual apia night. Members are invited to attend. Mr Riordan, Mr Martin and Mr Boott are listed among officials.
Custom officers on a slow watch unearthed a large contraband cache from vessels tied to Japan. On the River Clarence near Kure, authorities impounded about 16 000 units of pearl necklaces and similar goods, with an equal quantity recovered elsewhere. The raid targets a two year smuggling operation, involving a suspect named Cantonia and others, as raids continue on returning ships.
Sydney reports indicate clubs will appear in court over liquor charge issues. The proceedings were scheduled after Council actions earlier this week amid ongoing discussions on licensing and compliance.
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