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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 02, 1946
Page
2
A community blood drive in Canberra appeals for donors. The event on Thursday at 9 am invites Bure, Niko, and Peresas to attend and help with transfusions. Organized by local health volunteers, the effort emphasizes urgent donor participation.
A man chased by police yesterday at the Mobile Theatre area fled with a woman identity unclear. Constable Bire fired into the air as the man fled, the crowd surged, and the suspect toppled to the ground before escaping. later another man was charged with intent to commit felony and armed robbery amid tangled relations with the woman.
Rain totaling 32 inches fell Saturday night, lifting late wheat crops toward harvest. Farmers report the downpour may secure a better yield, with wind gusts reaching seven miles per hour and expectations of a stronger crop than before.
Informal gathering at Government House grounds featured Brownies Cubs and Guides with the Duchess of Gloucester and local leaders from Beath Wale and Queenbeyan. Notable attendees included Miater and Canharre district groups with Wallans Laay dullen and Toa dstoo Circle participating in activities and training sessions.
An airman named Charies Bacher, 27, from the RAAF, died when a car crashed on the Hume Highway about miles from Goulburn. Four others were injured, with Keith Fenchite listed with probable skull fracture and David Lealle Arm with probable right scalp fracture. The vehicle reportedly overturned multiple times after leaving the road.
A historical column argues against clinging to outdated imperial bywords. It asserts real reform lies in appointing Australians as Governors General and ministers, not in hollow echoes of past dominion status, urging continuation of constitutional modernity over nostalgia.
A fragmented report notes a royal presence on government grounds with references to the Duke and Duchess of Glouceater and a Wednesday event. The text also mentions a boy and guide rally, but details remain unclear in the damaged OCR.
Canberra announces Angus McLachlan of the Rydhuny Morning Tech aid appointed to Governor General in Press and Broadcasting Siateoo Omens. He succeeds T. C. Dickson of The Argun Malbourne, who finishes in service. McLachlan left England with the Duke in December 1944 and will hold the post until the Duke leaves for England. Industrial unrest blamed on PM. Melbourne meeting hears calls for wage increases for Crown employees.
An order directs an O serviceman to quit his residence. The measure specifies eviction from a dwelling linked to official duties and highlights enforcement by authorities. The action reflects a formal housing restriction tied to service status.
An agreement between the Premier of New South Wales and Queensland to control and develop streams under the Border River scheme was announced by Mr. McKell. The plan anticipates £10 million to supply light power to 24 000 farm units and 10 000 country households over ten years, modeled on the Murray River scheme with NSW Victoria and South Australia sharing costs. The Supreme Court in Canberra considered related orders affecting ex servicemen and housing. Mr. Fraser pressed for arrangements to share a home with Mr and Mrs Kennedy amid eviction threats.
A Commonwealth government inquiry proposal seeks an advisory council to study dairy costs and production. The plan, backed by industry representatives, aims to involve communities and appoint a chairman to oversee Commonwealth Department interests and related dairy matters.
BROKEN HILL Sunday report says Barrier miners back moving ahead with ballot. Close vote 88 to 0 against calling fresh nominations for the Centre of the Miners party. They support proceeding with reform, except for Mr. Welle who opposes the proposal.
Two boys aged nine and five were killed when jolted from a truck after a collision on Biruca Highway about a mile from Yandina. The driver, farmer Abenexer Hardy of Woombye, called for help as the incident left the youths with fatal head injuries and Norman Alexander Hardy with a broken neck.
U S player Frank Parker, part of the United States Davis Cup squad, was seen yesterday in Melbourne behaving toward a ball boy named Kom Ying. The incident reportedly involved Parker making a gesture toward the 19-year-old boy, while team officials argued over the appropriateness of the action.
Fragmentary wires report a looming transport paralysis in the state rail system as industry figures warn of wage pressures and industrial troubles. Names and specifics are garbled but the sense is increased tension and potential disruption.
In William Rhreet City last night a man stabbed a girl, Rose Kerwin aged 23, at a location near Cathedral Mirers. The assailant fled but Kerwin was treated at Vincents Hospital for a chest wound while her companion Josep Trunchard was unharmed. The incident occurred after a dispute and warrants formal investigation by police.
A blaze at the Sydney area paper mill at Matraville disrupted operations in a building storing about 500 tons of old paper. Firefighters reportedly removed around £0 worth of material to reach the core flames.
A severe electrical storm lashed Brisbane causing widespread damage to power lines and telephone wires. Homes reported arcing and facades torn by downed cables. Train services were delayed as authorities cleared the affected routes and assessed telegraphic and electrical infrastructure.
Food Minister John Btrachey announced that whisky distillation will not resume in Britain this winter due to world cereal shortages and arowad prohibition of grain exports.
Narrabundah to see a block of 75 demountable homes as part of Canberra’s push to ease a housing shortage. Construction aims for six months with up to 13 homes monthly if no interruptions. Homes feature two levels, three bedrooms, and detachable wall sections using weatherproof plywood and concrete piers.
Australia trudges to tea with Bradman nearing a second-innings century as McCool and Johnson hammer the bowlers. Miller paces the chase, while Edrich, Wright and Bedser threaten to swing the match England’s way on a hard Brisbane pitch.
Fragmentary report on a mining meeting discussing equipment and ore prospects. Mentions of a gathering canceled or postponed, a second meeting set for December 38, and statements from officials about administration and operations.
Three army men died after a blast at a munitions dump in Brisbane. Victims include Patrick Boyle of Cairns and Robert Aller of Rockhampton, with Doyle Britgan and several others severely burned. Surgeons fought to save them at Atherton Hospital where Boyle and others died later.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe an arrest related to terrorists in Cairo AD, mentioning law enforcement and penalties. The text is incomplete but signals a security action with authorities and judicial framing. Names, dates, and concrete details are not readable.
Lawrence Jonca, 30, an escaped Viet, was captured after vivid attempts to bleach his hair while hiding near a house. Police surrounded the area, a colleague was seized trying to exit, and Jonca sustained neck abrasions during pursuit. Bernard Tiegangin, 26, was arrested as he attempted to flee.
Sydney, dusty Hilde Joy Lawton, 24, was killed and two motorcyclists Bruce Miller 71 and Harley Davis Miller 23 escaped with minor injuries after a crash late yesterday. The girls were walking home to Chatwood when the accident occurred.
A disrupted radio argument over a show name led to a fatal incident in Melbourne. Arnold Tero, linked to the dispute, was found dead after an alleged confrontation with armed men. Police reported the victim died from injuries sustained in the attack and a man remains in custody for questioning.
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