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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Aug 24, 1948
Page
3
The Combined Mining Council deferred a decision on introducing an alternate day work schedule. The delay follows ongoing talks with the Julat Coal Board and related parties as negotiations continue.
In Sydney on Monday an estate of 11160 wen daft by the Inte Me. Richard Alexa ner Chidtey, Departmental Mane ager of rat and brother of the Prime Mister, died on May 3. The will was probated in Anguprene Court today. The estate was divided in equal shares between twin children Mary Burdrite Chitley Maureort Margaret chitley and Jona Benn slat CHESy.
The report records badminton results including Wilkinson and a partner defeating Dun and Bradbury 15-4 while Wilkinson and Martaai beat a team 19-10. Other lines mention a doubles pair and various opponents in a terse club notice tone.
Official from the Department for the Interior warns that shooting wild ducks in the Naas area will be curtailed if the practice continues. He notes ducks are plentiful this year but wary that the birds are tame in the region and urges restraint to protect the population.
Norman Alfred Halliwell aged 22 from East Brunswick was fined seven pounds in City Court on August 8 for indecent language and disturbing the arrest. Detective Adam testified Halliwell resisted arrest while claiming the animal he struck was alive, with defense noting it was tame and the cab smelled of dung.
A fragmentary report describes alleged trouble at Eastlake Hostel with unclear details about catering and staffing. Officials are quoted about conditions worsening and dismissals, with surrounding unrest and calls for accountability and investigation.
The Child Welfare Department seeks foster homes for wards of the state. Mr Heffron notes many youths lack proper homes and urges public help. Children aged 8 to 12 are emphasized though ages range from infancy to 18 years.
Australian and New Zealand dog handlers prepare for the National Trials at Manuka Oval as imported New Zealand dogs join the event this September. General Haig is noted for recent season successes and Victorian breeders seek entry forms for the trials.
Lost greyhound wearing two collar tugs in Amalii vicinity. Last seen near German House. Ring 980 for reward. Owner Smith, 82 Moddle Gardena, Alualis.
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