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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 02, 1947
Page
4
In Sydney on Monday, a Supreme Court jury valued the widow of Granville Who at 44 pounds 10 shillings, reflecting damages after her husband was killed by Fuya ti fon 21.100. The ruling includes the wife being a housekeeper and other kin, with the government involved in the fee allocation.
A report states 6 000 petrol coupons were stolen amid a wider loss of money and postal items. The article mentions a cash salary of £9 and a cheque, with additional reference to postal sales and stamps. The source text is garbled but centers on a theft incident and missing items.
An Advisory Council meeting was held concerning the Bair area dispute. Officials and members discussed space and peace initiatives affecting local governance and community planning.
Canberra council debates government inability to provide lodging for dentists and other professionals amid a nationwide accommodation squeeze. Officials discuss private hostel issues, Mulwala housing plans, public health needs, and proposed centers at various sites while noting delays in infrastructure like telephones and Olympic pool work.
Canberra funeral directors announce a push to re launch their app service for easier bereavement support and streamlined arrangements. The move aims to improve contact with families and provide digital planning tools during a difficult time.
A young colonial administrator Péter Camron from the Bolomol Islands lies London claiming a £6,000 inheritance from an aunt. He says he has two months to settle his affairs and perhaps marry before returning to the Solomons for years of service. The report notes Cameron arrived today amid questions about his claims.
In a letter to the LITA A by the State President Fuller, an accusation claims an intentional insult in the selection process for the Davis Cup team. The dispute centers on rejecting Jack Crawford and Adrian Quist on technical grounds, with challenges alleging fusion principle impact and missed nomination opportunities.
Fragmentary text describes international freight movement to Britain, with mentions of London arrivals, Darwin calls, and Singapore card futures. It references a plane schedule and various places and dates, but the passage is garbled and lacks a coherent narrative.
Wellington time chairman of the New Zealand Rugby Union doubts a triangular international tour with Australia France and New Zealand. He notes the South African visit would be heavy, with France and a likely French tour still uncertain parts of the season depend on transport and arrangements.
In the first day of the Country Week cricket carnival only one of six matches was completed while six others were postponed due to weather. The report notes a rue condition of the wicket and a match won by North Unt Far with eight balls remaining in each tied game none achieved.
Sydney sellers faced a brisk wool sale with Continental and Yorkshire competition and feed backing from local mills and the United States. Prices showed irregularity with a tendency toward lower values in medium to short crossbreds amid last week’s auction patterns.
Canberra police probe after a hired vehicle overturns near the Molonglo River late Friday night. A wheel loss may have caused the crash, with tire debris found distant from the scene and the car left damaged and abandoned.
Raymond Kendall Daniel John James Hall, 29, were sentenced to twelve months for carrying an unlicensed pistol. The men, tied to a robbery incident at Pad dington Theatre, were identified by theatre manager Nick Kougelin who had been held up.
Officials in Canberra report 15 365 ration books issued this week, 1 200 more than last year. About 150 people are said to have lost their old food cards and will receive new Fallon books within roughly three weeks. Ration camps are being set up by the electoral office for those who did not obtain them over the weekend.
Boxers Ken Malley and Mickey Twix fought to a draw over 12 rounds at Byaney Stadium tonight. Malley landed multiple solid blows, while Twix showcased resilience and exchange pace as the bell rang.
A garbled report mentions Melbourne Creat and a tentative plan involving ten Ronegilla participants over an upcoming week. The text is fragmented with uncertain details and names.
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