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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 12, 1947
Page
3
Fragmentary text describes a board being fined related to an FAQ and a misaligned order. It mentions an individual named Mr. Ott and references a location or state. The readable portion is unclear and lacks concrete events or outcomes.
Readable bits describe a protest over a wet beer ban and associated offenses. It mentions authorities and community tensions, with locals opposing the ban and others supporting enforcement. Details are unclear due to the damaged source text.
The Full Industrial Commission announced new awards for carpenters and bricklayers will come into effect immediately. The two year award increases wages by about one pound with fare allowances up to ten shillings. Federal awards apply to workers in New South Wales starting a 40 hour week to maintain production amid fears of price rises. The Chamber of Commerce official warned that the changes will affect all manufacturing, not just a single industry.
A fan tried to seize a 300 pound payroll obtained from a bank. A man intervened, threatening with a tomahawk. The bandit fled in a motor vehicle.
The Canberra Gift committee plans a 180 yard professional race to attract crowd to Manuka Oval for next year. The St Patrick’s Day Sports Committee already staged two events and aims to host the amateur championships and a charity program alongside the gift event. Paul Kilges of the University team is reported as a participant with a cash prize to be awarded.
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