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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Aug 26, 1952
Page
3
A cutter from the pilot ship Victoria reportedly fell overboard as a crewman was washed from a cotter amid heavy seas. A boat crew tried to reach him but the victim disappeared in the frigid waters near Point Lonsdale. reports place the incident within a half mile of shore as Victoria’s crew conducted a rescue attempt.
The season's totals show 560 whales caught to date with 620 caught by last Saturday. Returns indicate 27,588 dollars of value and additional yields of 13,500 in other measures.
Twenty eight member Australia Rugby League team arrives in London to begin a five test tour. They sail aboard a liner and will play Headingley on October 4 Swinton on November 8 Bradford on December 13 with an opening match at Keighley in September.
Sydney report details Alfred Sukys and others charged in Campie Court with dangerous driving and motor offences. Sukys and associates faced fines from 3 to 15 pounds with suspensions and counts of aiding and abetting. The piece notes a family tragedy and mentions a Canadian connection with the court actions.
A Canberra court examined numerous cases from October, including Granville Seilly and Woodcarriers of Queanbeyan. The proceedings involved charges of attempted theft of fence posts along the Federal Highway, with defendants remanded for further hearings.
Perth report Eric Cremin won the £100 professional golf purse at Lake Marrinyup. He shot 37 on the front nine then closed strong on the back, sinking a five foot birdie putt on the final hole to finish with 72. Ged took second with 72 as well, while Adama and others trailed.
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