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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Aug 21, 1946
Page
5
A juvenile faces trial on a murder charge after a violent incident described in court. The defendant admitted involvement and claimed fear and coercion, while witnesses recounted the assault and the death that followed.
Report from Sydney on a motion to exclude the press from a FLAG gathering. The debate centered on alleged inaccuracies and unfair reporting by newspapers and their publishers seeking political capital from REL affairs.
The Indian Test match was abandoned after heavy conditions halted play. Edrich led a strong England bowling display as Sohoni and Amarnath offered stubborn resistance before play ceased. Compton and Hageint faced the challenge, with Moeen and other details remaining murky in the fragmented report.
The article lists Saturday games and player names for A C T basketball. It notes foredo and other incomplete entries, mentions Kennedy and Grammar TV, and says the women’s games are completed while the other grade finishes this week.
The A Grade standings show Cheelar on 35 points, Barton 30, with Golda University and ALC close behind. Reserve Grade lists University Yon 22, High 23, RMC 12, Northern Suburbs 1, India Barton 2, while results from Tesceve and Merchant fixtures affect semi final pairings. The winner of upcoming matches will face Amarnath and the loser of the latter will meet the others in the grand final setup.
The Sydney Turf Club reports a profit of 44 with 25,707 paid in England and 13378 paid to the Compensation Fund. The club held two meetings during Fulocke Merchant Nayudu, with various players noted in score details including Mankad Nayudu and Hoare.
Grain regions face poor yields as prolonged drought and late rains threaten harvests. Farmers in Wes Wan and nearby districts scramble for fodder with 400 supply lines delayed by two months limiting rail and road movement. Mayors and residents discuss household fodder needs and stock fertility concerns amid restrained shipments from Guirindi.
An inspection found worn dress uniforms among RAAF personnel at Fairhelm. Some airmen continued wearing blue uniforms at evening meals while awaiting a second inspection in two weeks. Commanding Officer Coatehoy noted many uniforms were threadbare but delayed a final decision.
The Supreme Court awarded Fraser Lillian Murray, 27, £4270 damages from the Commonwealth Government after she claimed £10,000 for injury and loss following a car accident in which her husband was killed and she was injured when a Sharmy truck struck.
Tenders are invited for twelve acres of land with a late house and outbuildings on Federst Highway near Queanbeyan. The tender close on Saturday. The notice invites dispersal of structures and mentions a parcel at 313 Crews ford Hirest. Contact Syd for details ring B80 or B10. Also includes a small parcel of household items and a brown purse found. Urgent accommodation wanted for a married couple with a child and for furnished rooms to rent at Manuka and Times Office.
Public notice from the Supreme Court probate registry in Canberra directs that final accounts of estate of Maxwell Shepherd of Canberra formerly of Onslow and Woollahra be examined. Anyone with an interest or claims against the estate must appear. registrar KEANE notes date dated at Canberra.
Fragments describe a dubious cure promising relief for pain and illness. The faded text mentions a Great Red Couem and various medical claims with prices and treatment steps. Names or locations are unclear, but the ad-style language implies broad promises to cure ailments.
An eclectic ad listing spraying services for furniture with paint brands Duco and Dulux. Includes contact details and a range of electrical repairs, wiring, and installations. Mentions locations in Braddon and Queanbeyan with vendor addresses and phone hints.
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