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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Aug 15, 1949

Page

2

Memorial service for Allen and Davies notices

Fragmentary notice from a historical newspaper records a memorial service at Canberee Public Cemetery for Allen and Davies. The engraving was officiated by N.V. Bearbley with details about August dates and arrangements scattered in the text.

Net Bamuck “Allen Formes Melty Gmcor Royal Navy Thage Wai Canberee Arehdracan Wraugarer Irene Anseried Ty Norices Davide Pharmacy Kington Aecomery Davier Pharmacy

YMCA Notes Show Canberra to Bangkok Journey and Camp Plans

YMCA notes describe Mr Black leaving Canberra for Bangkok on a long journey via a conference in the south. The piece mentions university and club leaders, medical aid efforts, and a future YMCA camp at Stufaland with a model play at the Moboiva Exhibition on September 20. Vikings Club basketball practice and a big charity event at Aunt 3B BT are noted, with invitations extended to regional leaders.

Black Terutary Canberra Rway Bangiok Ill Beaver CMO Fouth Ung Frurett W. Dunbar Te Netty Stufaland Moboiva Vikings Chirc Thunbarag Fintelee Apevial Dutta Imombera

Unclear fragmentary crime notice prompts police inquiry

Fragmentary OCR text suggests police examined a saloon scene at Staroubre with references to poker, theft of about £300, and a car near a ward salon. Mentions Dillard and other articles. crewed tools and catering noted in disrupted account.

Vano Calont Imliarly Stlney Pollee Staroubre Bil Ward

Weather report fragment at CALDEREA and LANFEREA

Fragmentary meteorological notes from CALDEREA and LANFEREA describe barometer readings, temperatures, wind directions, and speeds. Weather terms appear jumbled with several inconsistent values but suggest fine and mild conditions with scattered clouds.

Tith & Pan Krwan Spa Am AnGil Ab Hai Pantral Lanferea PO

Thoughtful Return to Work in Australia After War Strikes

The article discusses a cautious return to normal work in Australia as production and employment recovery begin. It notes uncertainty over how quickly leeway can be made up, the impact on industry, and the need for steady coal supplies and strong government action to prevent future disruptions.

Auatzalle Sheni Fay Vesnon Thor Austentia

Farrier Trails In U S Golf Title

Jarman accompanied by his wife travels from Sydney to Australia for a major golf title defense. The report notes his past ties to aviation and migration, detailing his wartime service and enlistment in charter firms.

Farrier U.S Dim Pareasa Australien Jim Perrier Ban Francisco O'wheater Australie Mamie Comminnium 908 Johnny Palmer Ate Ee Ee Jarman Torday Rae Senis Gun Aviation Department Farmen Ima Save Benes Gresion Ame Et United Roti Hydster

Nationalist Attacks on Shipping Amid Global Tension

A chaotic report describes nationalist assaults on shipping lanes, with vessels seized or damaged near Hong Kong and Shanghai. The dispatch notes aerial attacks, naval actions, and retaliatory plans across Asia, referencing a joint cabinet response and ongoing international tensions.

Gold bullion theft rattles Victoria train route

Unclear report describes gold worth £8160 abstracted from a train between Bendigo and Melbourne. Parcels were brown paper wrapped and tied with string, shipped from Bendigo to Melbourne by night. Police investigation underway with no arrests yet.

Melbourne Bendige North Eeborah Mins Bendigo Royal

Argentine Politicians Duel Over U S Trade Pact Debate

The text reports a tense dispute among Argentine figures over a potential duel style challenge and U S trade negotiations. Minister Manoy Ait, amid resignations and Washington talks, faces internal party clashes as President Pero weighs replacements while Lima joins amid broader constitutional tensions.

Manoy Ait Vna Braman Dermimy Mhomorina United States Pero Buenos Aires Idana Uring

Combined Choirs Outstanding in Gilbert and Sullivan

A detailed review of a concert featuring combined choirs and soloists including Dorothy Shannon, Margaret Fricker, and Lord Chancellor performances. The critic praises balance, vocal texture, and stage presence, noting Carl Gilbert and Sullivan style with strong choral sections and standout soloists.

Perueuler Manny Bert Sunduetor Wived Dorothy Shannon Sto Bunion Miller Margaret Fricker Tyre Law Phyilia W. Mhunit Rand Gilbert Sullivan Normest Pulton Kurt Tolloler Branley Atkinson Wells Appiaune Nisa Britain Gary Aha Willy Rentrys Myre Law Cuney Binghan Mae de Vautin Albert Peters

Dairymen Stricken by Scarlet Fever Outbreak

Scarlet fever spreads among local dairymen in Buna as 42 cases are reported. Authorities trace the source to two major dairies, halt milking and sanitize equipment, and urge rapid submission of suspect stocks to halt transmission.

Mt. Alun Itorle Nia

Mulwala Hostel staff vote for arbitration dispute

A Cane Terre Branch of the Federated Public and Allied Trades Union voted unanimously that Mulwala Hostel staff remain at work and accept arbitration. The meeting at Trustees Mall Acton drew over 100 attendees and noted alleged victimisation of a Mulwala hostel housemaid. The union sought to have Mulwala Hostel staff back to work by Friday morning, with a three month deferral for further hearing.

Caneterre Federated Pve and Allied Trades Union Hast Nigit Union Memteery Mutwats Bela l Trutes Mall Acton Abederalort al Moun Margo Fite Viidotiauskiene Houssama Mulwala Moats Jent of the Interior W. A. Mdekaren McVeigi Mulwala Gorm/ House Top Zoe Melt Haat Nist Nea Mutwale Mostat Department of the Interior Inquirer Mra Drenafield Wallest Gorman Mouse Mulwala Hottel Andustein

Advisers to Australian National University meet in Melbourne

Professor Oupnant and Professor KC Wheate from Oxford University visited Carterra on Saturday to discuss plans with the Interim Council mentors of the Australian Wa ppal University. Oliphant will return to London and Wheate will visit Ragland in two Wicks hire in Canberra before touring. Discussions covered construction and equipment of the physics laboratory at One Nac ional University and related administrative matters at Oxford University.

MS. Oupnant KC Wheate Oxford University Carterra Counell Wappal University Oliphant London Provensor Whemre Rie Parenta Melbourne Touying Ragland Wickshire Canberra Protea Phys

Henry Boote obituary highlights Latour Party pioneer

The death of Henry Boote is noted as a key moment for Australian laborism. He advanced the Latour Party in New South Wales and Queensland, wrote for the Labour Journal and The Australian Worker, and edited major labor publications. He leaves a widow and two married daughters and will be buried at South Mound Cemetery.

Ydney Bunday Weil Jaguwn Anthar Ernoat Ronte Rose Warie Latour Wales Queensiene Prine Jot Curtin Onde Mate Bowan Australie Liverpool Eerion Ellinne Artictow Fwnien The Autre Tins Worker Ooyrwra Labour Taaw Mabeyt Guardian Tn Gympie Eath Husman Humber Powine Tle Mirrery Dale Paige Mr. MeAirer NRW Sir Wilken Walt “Henry Busty Henry Boote Amithie Ac Workur Workur” Newspaper He Wan An | Joutatanding Jovirmatlee Wnuur-Duge

England rely on bowlers in final New Zealand test

England fielded a strong bowling attack to challenge New Zealand in the final Test, with early wickets putting pressure on the hosts. A brisk 120-run stand, then steady fielding and sharp bowling kept England in contention, but resilience from Wallace and Donnelly helped New Zealand reach a challenging total while England sought a reply.

England Lampon Bungay New Zealand Burshire Tee New Wallace Donnelly Finn Fateliity Bourea Fatelitte Medaer Follies Heart o'Barioh Y' Beder Reid Hw. Wright Walleee Eutricn Bedver Donnelly Eaees Belley Hadlow Kerala Bedwey Madore Kyun H Malley Burt Howie

Yugoslavs Triumph Over Broken Hill in Exhibition Match

Record crowd at Wa ronlay as Wa ronlay soccer club defeats a broken Wil combined team by a wide margin. Score listed as 16 to unspecified, noting a decisive victory and strong offensive showing for the Yugoslav side.

Waronlay Soccer Comm Wil

Malta Concerned At Naval Dismissals

Malta voices concern over naval dismissals amid political strain. Officials cite potential impact on security and public order as authorities seek explanations for the recent dismissals affecting military personnel and leadership.

Malta

Export surpluses of primary production drying up

Report to Rural Committee and Federal Council of the Party discusses shrinking export surpluses in primary production due to machinery and irrigation wear, price changes, and drought. It forecasts reduced Australian farm exports, urging efficiency, wage adjustments, and support for farmers as production pivots.

Sanberra Watt Prunlon Roel Omanaron Brenda Rugal Prwdie Iyi Tom Ifivta Seth Ieee Rome Faevys Dominivoung Artortin Sie Teastey Chan Monta Expurtea Batalney Prinyg Preston Fom Omega

Ministers Convene Today in New South Wales

Unclear OCR text mentions NS.W. MINISTERS FOR CONFERENCE TODAY and names like SVEN Minulay The Homie Ake Mecleryae with references to premiers and New South Wales. Details are garbled but imply a conference meeting with officials and regional leaders.

Sven Minulay Clive Jeyate Withy Vanherry Tustarraw McGierm

Davis Cup Play Deferred Through Rain to Sunday

Rain delays force postponement of the Davis Cup final at Rye Westchester Court. Officials report damage to the main surface and indicate remaining matches will shift to an adjoining court. Doubles may be played Monday if managers agree, while players weigh withdrawal and alternate scheduling options.

New Rome Rela Jordtay Ge Ual Rye Riehahls Dmcan Quintaville John Bromutel Agored Wan Hopelran Rene Uous Mem Nur Westchester Country Wea Ber Turk Speetabora Yin Ninian Ayrine Pat Bromarich Aira Bedgman del Bele

Typhoon Headed Toward Japan Shifts Course

A garbled weather note reports a typhoon named Konda moving toward Japan near Tokyo. Forecasts vary with phrases about slower pace and easing winds as the storm approaches the Pacific coast, with uncertain impacts on Okinawa and surrounding areas.

Balloon ascends 24 miles in rare atmospheric ascent

In Meldoeuene, CSL balloon achieves a 24 mile ascent amid a rare atmospheric test. The event, witnessed by observers including Deaton Boehe Bofors, is noted for its unusual propulsion and ascent conditions.

CSL

Vatican City Baptism Ceremony Amid Communist Tension

Fragmentary text reports a Vatican event with militant communists, a ceremony involving baptism, and referenced figures amid tension. Readable details are limited but indicate a high profile religious act intersecting political conflict.

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