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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Dec 13, 1948

Page

2

Doomed Time Copier Affecting Ban Temes WA

Fragmentary text notes a doomed time copier impacting Ban Temes in Washington state. Details are unreadable but indicate a local event or device issue with no clear outcomes or dates.

Fragmentary crime report with blurred names and events

Readable fragments describe a confrontation or arrest, reference a revolver and a man in armor. Text mentions police, a chamber, and a shielded assailant, but many names and details are unclear due to OCR damage. The item reads as a chaotic street crime note with incomplete attribution and timing.

Woodside Camp for Migrants at Woodalds Routh

Portion of an former inn camp at Woodalds Routh will be made a holding centre for displaced Berean workers. The Minister for the Army said the camp could be ready for occupation in March next year. About 80 women and children will be housed while breadwinners work on parts wt Buuthe AUB train. Woodalde lies 26 miles from Adelaide.

Woodalds Routh Aux Arulla Berean Army Cyril Chambera Corare Chase Wari South Australs Rau Aingie Woodalde Adelaide Pete Ghaantots

Canberra Cabinet acts to abolish ACT Industrial Board

A Canberra cabinet decision abolishes the Australian Capital Territory Industrial Board. The action sparks debate on industrial regulation and arbitration, with critics warning of executive overreach and risks to constitutional powers. The government offers no explanation, leaving employers and workers amid uncertainty about future regulatory methods.

Auatralian Australian Capital Territory Gene Uke Industrial Board Ihe Moute Canberra Wich Australia Commonwealth Territories Commonwealth Abolah Industrial Board Australia Wien Wight

Governor General attends Burt Glad-Unriaties Cup meeting at Rosehill

The Governor-General W McKell with Min Uotty McKell attended the Burt Glad-Unriaties Cup event at Rosehill on Matiniay. Their Ekkerkenden were the flats of the directory at late uheon and afternoon tea Cueintman Cup awarded to the owner of the winning nerve and the trophy to the BTC winner.

W. McKell Min Uotty McKell Newibers Parsinal Star Presen Rosehill Matiniay Ekerkenden BTC Rw Premierehi

Australia Easily Defeats Widnes in Rugby Match

Canberra weather reports and London dispatches describe Australia’s dominant win over Widnes. Graver and Anderson starred with strong pace and kicking, while Whittaker delivered a 30 yard dash and multiple scores. Widnes defense held briefly, but Australian pressure and accuracy secured a clear victory.

London Hogby Pers Widner Afar Rhader Mnack Nantes Loray Rica Enea Australia Andernon Sani McMaloo Buti Jolley Rin Marci Magner CIA Tsotite Piler Marthaley Imum Gual Widnes Jaxwell Hawke

New Cricket Ground Opened at Ainsue

The Ainsue cricket ground was officially opened yesterday after its first test match between two local teams. Mr G A Findlay presided, praising the venue as the best in Canberra with a leveled wicket and a new pavilion. plans include future matches and a Cup event, honoring a historic club tradition dating back to World War I.

Altet Amalie| Wan Anon Fred Bouthwell Ure Miembra Ela Altai Wraina Dall G. A. Findlay Mindlay Mpwakore Canberra Wrestlemt Ste Windia Nearks Garde Pryart Ald Mtr Southwell Ainale Croke Club Une Ain Valdler Freud van

Canberra Tennis Festival Delivers Surprises and Victories

At Bat drday in Canberra, Mr Chen avenged defeat, defeating Wng in a notable match. Nel son backed Chen as the event crowned champions across divisions. Elaine Divustipe led in doubles, while May noh an and Coth am triumphed in the ladies' event. Mixed doubles featured Ailce defeating Stina Me Trotvitch.

Chen Uae Lertion Miles Elaine Divustipe Canberra Nelson Messen Mekvmn Met Adler Ningles Mins Borg Mig Cothass Maynohan Cotham Ale Kinlock En McDonald Alan Nto Ail Mle Ailce Stina Me

Review of National Publicity Effort in Australia War to Peace

A review of the national publicity program from 1938 to 1948 highlights how Australia maintained authentic information abroad during wartime, shaping a public image to attract overseas investors, industries, and trade. It notes broadcasts, shortwave news, and American coverage as avenues, and emphasizes that publicity supported war effort and postwar growth.

Lin Rly Ig Pumiety Australia Mako Norell Ponemms Noites Foitor Staes Austrailey Poe Placada Furtis Avatralis Eec Ietiou Indus Inter National

YMCA Christmas Camp Plans Announced in Canberra

The YMCA outlines a holiday camp for boys over four on Christmas Day along the Murrumbidgee River. Registration via the General Secretary. activities include canoeing, singing, and youth club rooms. A special event for Westmead Hall is also noted with timings and invitations to members.

YMCA Zenia Ks Uowta Canberra Caritas Dinter Christman Tull Dunbes Butea Telnet

Man Tries Suicide In City Incident

Sydney police report a man named Bunenwker of Avs attempted self harm using a knife near a poet's hand. He was rushed to Manly Hospital where six stitches were needed for a throat wound. Police say the man gave no coherent explanation for his action and appeared to be suffering from heat or emotional distress.

Sydney Polis Leday Bunenwker Abe Manly Hospital

ACT. TRADES AND LABOUR TO ACT AGAINST ABOLITION

A Canberra union delegation pressed the Acting Attorney General to oppose abolishing the Industrial Board. They sought government action and cited promises tied to the board’s future and arbitration, conciliation, and wage matters under the jurisdiction of the Arbitration Court.

ACT Trades and Labour Abolition OF Industrial Board Actaon Biuvoenths Atenek-General Dir Fivatt Promisie Co Arbitration Court Stzikawi Arma Commmuniata Sanberre Wbouah A.C T. India Dyatt Industrial Board Canberra Traden and Feoue Council Mlumanthal Sonnious Avatt Wnd Seven Ironuatrint ‘Board Imath Ley Eepavati Can Korte Fivlae Marida Benatar McKeMish All

Incoherent OCR Note on Towns and Local Figures

Fragmented OCR passage mentions towns, a person named Be Hurgman, a girl, and a purge. It references parents, a child, and a school report. Details are unclear due to garbled text and missing context.

Hurgman Ania Oryer Sten Prines Welete Heeres Fae Balad Mine B. ‘Millett

Flext class honours and leaving certificates list

Porus RIE Form 1 flext class honours with J Nevin and A Harman among awardees. Leaving certificates and preparatory results noted for Beyy, Rts, and others in music. Grade achievements include Religious Instruction and Physic education, with names such as O Brien, McKeown, Meares, Loftus, Waterman, and Croker.

J. Nevin W. Revand A. Harman Atanour R. Davies N. Johnson J. Wali Beri Pandersit Dalley A. Cray Iia Dy Kelsey Eas Keown Nevin Resco Shelly J. Tanner Heyy Rts Bae Fas Mar Soaroni Ies Bachrane Honare Wien Credit H. Hain Haroury G. O'Brien Creat Rane Pass Emepric Meares Pam ePine Norte Lo Wicking Satan Ke Meares Thun E. Blackmun J . G O Brion Wee M Bridgian J Heyaiwonton D. Pigin No Bruce D. Party M. Bruce Fay Fiporteckite Berd Anudeesee J. Aharwood Meer N Ke Oplivis D. Aiker Previn N. Wie Ae Waterman

Reforming of the Transport Workers' Union

The reformers of the Transport Workers' Union recently held sections which resulted in a larger membership and a more successful year. President W. Degdwors and secretary A. McDonnall led the changes, with returning officer A. Butterfeld overseeing the election. The union grew to about 200 members and reported a most successful year.

W. Degdwoars le Aorraban McDonald AL McDonnall Ueamaror Tt. Roota A. Butterfeld

Actes Harum and Kingston meet in Mixed Grand Final

The report covers the Mixed Grand Final where Actes Harum defeated Kingston amid a tense showcase of speed and skill. Key players, including Taylor and Pryor, star alongside Bennett and Doyle in close contests, with Forest, Pryor, and team lineup details noted as the day long rally of shots and defensive plays thrilled the crowd.

Harum Kingston Dennett Kingston Cays Ke Taylor Marton Mryor Uh Sear Winnie Tone Myrna Mk Doyle Poreh A. Lawrence Brogen Abbey Thrilla Wary Fleulatly Taylor and Pryor Bennett Barcan Land Kingston Jae Pryce Allwaton Om Januneer Aceasionn Avernen K. Tryonfinn Lene Mprétakey Forest Forrest Afr Brown Sore Ch Suena Bim Liv Tara

Repatriation of Coloured Men From Darwin

A colonial report discusses repatriation of coloured men from Darwin, noting their discharge from Emigration andIndustry work. It covers mixed marriages with white or light cast Australian women, racial prejudice, and the push to return men to their own country after discharge from the industry.

Darwin Australis Yrara Povrlea K. Taylor Pryor Byron de Anit Laworance Ponting Beveral Reece Ako

Fragmented muse on character and leadership through time

A fragmented meditation discusses character, leadership, and heritage. It contrasts quiet moral influence with vocal rhetoric, noting how individuals shape others by example and aspiration across generations. The piece contemplates future values and the role of tradition in guiding youth.

Waillire Heyy Apirivun Maple Gare Beateir

Butch Settlers and Boxers Stir Australia Immigration Tale

A garbled set of words mentions Butch Settlers in Australia, Rothphantom, and Sutherland. references a veteran boxer Van Klaveren and immigration themes. The fragmentary text hints at support, propaganda, and political tension around migrants and national identity. No readable dates or clear events emerge.

Ewland Sutherland Amon Duten Bop van Klaveren Cyeille Teimacl Huni van Klaveren Feha Rin

Manuka Court Tennis Notes and Attendance Update

An attendance of roughly sixty five players at Manuka courts yesterday. Coach Carnault plans continued coaching, with remarks on tuition and upcoming trials. A February announcement promises a grant as part of the program changes.

Aungic Agine Nays Fran Foil Pwede Mr. Carnadl Conchinye Clannra Gran

Grant for Girl Guides

A Cannorre Girl Guides notice announces a grant from a health department agency. Plans outline a January camp with provisions for vestry and travel expenses.

Girl Guides

Ex servicemen aid benefit dance in Ay dance event

Fr servicemen, attendees, and local villagers gathered at Te Glynn in Boveaux Mire for a benefit dance organized by the North Canberra club on Friday night. Proceeds from the event totaled about £50 with £10 noted for expenses and other funds directed to an organization.

Te Glynn Boveaux Mire

Folkdance Record Details From Riga Festival

Incomplete OCR reads as a folk-dance record from a Riga festival phase. Mentions Queenan Department of Reduontin and Can barra, with references to national Athons and a failed appeal for funds. Some lines suggest a loan search and a materiel live collection talk conducted today.

Queenan Reduontin

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Fred Atman Beye Olor Lam Baus iGiow Wiese Woodside Optical Gay Service R. E. Clark FIO Optometrist Northbourne Avenss Civic Vente Fatire Strat Ainsue A.C.T. Tanle Tennis Review OF National Publicity Ym.ca Friern Porus Rie Actes Barton Permante Hartan Nein Ramon Acta RL Pryor Y T. Byrke DL Biren Doyle N. Brogan Is Rae Butch Murzent Laditan Tuiv Aid Mu Béay Vv Re Bina Mee Jaye Dotelice Nti Trewenke Mra Ngalnal C Moodie Mira Doycoe le Troworka Bag Moodle Mine Tager Agninat A Brown Ant Min Trwkey Tor Edward Patrick feNaimare McNamara Cotter Folk-Dance Records
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