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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Aug 15, 1947
Page
2
A garbled entry list for a Maiden Stakes event shows participants such as Raven Mot Rivers Ii Ratmac Lackyana and Superior Catet with uncertain spellings. The fragment mentions Kell Lina and Koen along with others like Eaciac Victory in a racing card. No clear outcome or venue details are discernible.
A fragmentary price list shows work shirts in newt checks priced at 11/11 and 3 cpm, khaki drill shirts with two pockets at 17/8 and 3 cpm, khaki drill trousers, shrunk items at 184 and 2 cpm, drill braces Brana W0 and 2 cph, drill combination overalls starting 82/0 with 3 cpm, navy drill combination denim trousers priced, as listed.
At halftime the Canberra best and fairest trophy, called the Hobart Carnival win, was presented to Bob Furler who shared the Tamale medal. Late Mr Taste was noted as a former South Australian delegate and ANF president. City matches Manuka vs Ainslie and Eastlake vs Acton were played Kingston Oval.
In Sydney on Thursday about 300 workers struck over a new railway roster. Goods trains were halted until 6, and workers were ordered back to work. The 40 hour week roster policy sparked the action, with a meeting planned for tomorrow to discuss the roster further.
A garbled report notes Witton removing Prom Garys throat during a hospital operation. Details are unclear with many unreadable fragments but reference to surgical procedure and care at a hospital for children.
Members at Ballon match gave the team two boxes of tennis balls for practice. Parramatta High School wrote regarding the visit of Mr. Aub Willard, postponed to September 6-13 to allow the team to return and use his services. Willard visited Canberra for a year and will conduct private coaching as part of a broader program awaiting approval.
A court convicts a defendant for murder in a case linked to the postwar occupation era. The decision mirrors ongoing prosecutions as authorities pursue civil offences and wartime era accountability, highlighting lingering tensions in the region.
London reports that the New Zealand government outlines credit terms for wool exports to France. Cash payments are required for part of the sale while a portion will be on credit, with rates specified in the government announcement.
Sydney court records show James Henry Mansfield of North Sydney, 36, fined 110 after pleading guilty to incorrectly delivering letters. Authorities stated he admitted mishandling mail by delaying or misrouting items, including letters he forgot about while on rounds. The case highlighted issues of mail integrity in local service.
Brisbane entries list seer Sie cht Toomediate 8.8 High 2 Felt Fores 742 Bust Act 72 Jean Bummard 7.0. Details unclear. appears to be a racing card with participant names and numbers published for Brisbane event on Thursday.
In Batavia several petrol oil fires were reported amid unrest. Authorities say saboteurs are suspected, with investigations ongoing into the incidents and potential links to broader disturbances.
A dated report outlines a government plan to mobilize workers across ages 14 to 60 for men and 18 to 40 for women in professional, managerial, dock labor, and merchant sectors. The order, set to take effect October 1, seeks employer access limits, with exemptions for those with dependent children, and assigns enforcement to the Labour or approved bodies.
A Japanese American pair, Tor Keremet of Sabra Jane and First Leo White, married at the United States Consulate in Yokohama. The ceremony linked both nations as the Padge war's outbreak surged abroad.
In Sydney, a 1963 motor cycle crash near Tamash left a youth injured and his father deceased. A £500 settlement was reached on a £2,000 claim, with allocations including £18 15s to Lithgow Ambulance and £14 to another party. Bruce Chacry, of Woollahra, was involved in the claim. The document records the final settlement and distribution among parties and services.
At the Land Bates hearing Mr. Dovey assisted by Judge Kirby criticised Parry for not remaining to clear his name before leaving the country. He alleged Parry was connected to dummying in land transactions with Cameroury Council and Byd emitence. The hearing was adjourned to tomorrow.
A fragment indicates plans for a large paper and pulp works titled Paper Mall, with expectations tied to a significant day. The note mentions Cab 11 and Beale, suggesting local officials or stakeholders are weighing the project and its impact on the area.
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