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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Aug 31, 1948
Page
4
Fragmentary OCR notes reference a selection process with Banfield and a two place-getters system. It suggests a reserve as a potential choice and mentions a public examination and a sight requirement. Names and roles are uncertain due to the garbled text.
Monday report notes added railway and truck tricks to support carriage of coal and goods. Transport Minister O Bulliven signals possible restoration of services by June 1952 after a Joint Coal Board announcement, with authorities examining country rail and passenger services, Bath codes, and troop travel amidst earlier year train disruptions from coal shortages.
Brieban police recovered the bodies of Mavis Rove eighteen and Valerie Tour Le Bhere sixteen from shark infested waters near the Vigile Light after their dinghy Moron overturned. two others Nevile Wheel eighteen and Ronald Burge sixteen remain missing as search continues.
An old report notes fruit trees over ten feet tall struggle due to top branches not being pruned properly. Demonstrations in Canberra warned that improper trimming leads to weak growth and disease, recommending removing one third of mature height annually to maintain vigor.
Richards will assist the Australian Davie Cup squad as a technical adviser at Forest Hills ahead of the challenge round with the United States. He will focus on doubles tactics and help the team sharpen on the stadium courts during practice days next week.
New York reports a seismograph reading in Pasadena California recording two earthquakes within ten minutes. The events were described as immediately strong and are believed to have occurred about two miles from the station.
A report discusses Commonwealth plans to protect gas stores and the strategic need for a shellfiring factory if war escalates. Prime Minister and Chifley are referenced as guiding decisions while private lenders and town grants affect logistics. The piece notes possible sale of assets if tensions ease.
Real estate agents in Sydney forecast a rise in land values once controls are lifted after September 30. With current demand subdued, buyers and sellers await policy changes. One agent expects a post‑line surge as vacant residential and industrial land markets open up across cities and towns.
Sydney authorities announce the lifting of most gas and electricity restrictions for cooking and cafes effective immediately. Electricity use will be unrestricted from 7 pm to 7 am for radiators and night lighting in sports venues, but a ban remains from 7 am to 7 pm on radiators and decorative lighting. Decisions on commercial window lighting and broader display lighting await further council action. The move is expected to be reviewed by the Executive Council tomorrow.
In Queanbeyan the stock theft issue drew attention as the Queanbeyan Association for the Prevention of Stock Theft discussed fencing measures and gate safety. Secretary Mr Sauborsa noted winding up of the organization amid prosecutions and concerns over cattle thefts and recordkeeping.
A garbled report from Sydney Tasmania describes a boxing match with Mick McDonald suffering an eye injury and leading on points through nine rounds. The text is fragmented and mixtures of names and outcomes are difficult to parse.
In the Fa e teams chase the championship, Wairarapa leads today as rivals clash in a tense opening round. Key players from Wairarapa drive early momentum while other contenders grapple with the unfamiliar format. A competitive day sets the tone for the event.
Fragmentary notice mentions Dignifer and Revert Pomerels with unclear names and officials in a local context. The readable text hints at directors or managers and a regional reference, but concrete actions, dates, or outcomes are not discernible from the available OCR.
The article notes a football final scheduled for Sunday with teams including Aiea and Manu. injuries to Castle Mal Kina and others impact preparations. The Acton Club plans a Saturday departure for a carnival like event featuring 40 players and partners.
Macy table tennis results show mixed standings with Gracie, Partiemant House, and Commonwealth players winning several rubber matches. The event featured reserves, divisions from A to C, and semi finals at Parliament House and YMCA venues.
Uneven OCR yields report from the Ski Association for Southern Districts detailing Coma finished third and Canberra last with handicaps in a Janglauf event won by Vineaem. mhavam starred in the downhill while D. Weyies rushed in healing? meeting the southern Bisiets. Mkt -Admclo ae laton hopes. The text notes plans to erect a club house in the snow eld.
Melbourne General Manager announced Melbourne Stadium will not host the proposed international pro tennis festival. There was talk of using the venue after a wrestling event in November. Players mentioned include Pancho Be, Dick Kramer, and Bobby Gue. The festival was to take place near Toursday in Australia.
A damaged OCR report notes a Sunday match between Duntroon and Canberra Chub cadets. Teams of 40 rifles competed with eight top scores counted, eight shots per shooter at 900 and 1000 yards. Canberra fell by three points amid ceremony honoring Cadet Ramondson.
Colonel McIntosh reports Ban Domenico, a three year old cham horse, may return to Australia or the Commonwealth. The owner Mr Re Foro plans to bring the horse to Australia in February for the Hollywood Gold Cup. Australian officials note disease risks and import rules limit American horses.
Dense with garbled OCR, the report notes MBW Amateur Golf playing in Lithgre with a wind advantage shaping play. KD Pix defeats Australian champion Harry Hat Ugaly, missing a three foot par at the 2nd hole as close matchups occur among club mates Don Shar and Teditignay at North Beignton.
Australasian plans a ship voyage to Kingston late in October to include golfer Von Nida in the Open Golf event. The report notes his involvement amid uncertain travels and a busy schedule for touring players, including international competition and travel constraints.
Fifth prize drawn under Mo T4806 ABC shown. Iggaet Brodie listed for boat OPO in Sydney. Kottery No 38 special to be drawn tomorrow.
A jury returned a guilty verdict in a local murder case after considering evidence and prior good character. The defendant, Gesira Sian Grane, faces sentencing scheduled for tomorrow morning at the county court.
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