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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Dec 16, 1938

Page

5

Bruce to Hear American Opinion on Trade Policy

Mr Bruce arrives in New York as he prepares to sound Washington on a possible Australia United States trade treaty. He will report to the Australian cabinet on European affairs after meetings with Secretary of State and naval chiefs, and expects talks with Mr Roosevelt.

New York S. M. Bruce Australia United States Associated Press Washington Race I.e Morgan Tha Bar Mr. Welles Rane Naval Staff Froosevelt

Death of a Person Reported in Damaged Text

A fragmented OCR passage mentions a death with unclear details and scattered phrases about a car, a knife, and a suspect or witness. Key names, places, and dates are unreadable, but the fragment indicates a fatal incident and an ensuing investigation.

Fragmentary OCR Brief Telex on Lottery Date

A partially legible OCR note mentions a lottery date and a teacher, with references to a child and a second child. The readable fragments imply a schedule, but essential names and places are missing.

Road Safety Appeal Warns of Christmas Casualties

Sydney officials urged Christmas road care citing a holiday relaxation causing many fatalities. Commissioner for Road Transport and Tramways Mr Neale warned the public about an increasing casualty list and called for heightened caution during the festive period.

Sydney Commissioner For Road Transport and ‘Tramvraya Neale

New Zealand to Regulate Imports Under Trade Policy

Wellington report states Prime Minister Mr. Savi affirmed the government will continue its policy of import controls. Officials argue the plan would avoid trade holds while allowing the Dominion to choose import type and quality, reducing dependence on foreign suppliers and protecting domestic industries.

Savi

Verdict in hotel tragedy in Melbourne

The coroner returned a verdict of death from the effects of poisoning in the death of Misa Alma Bate a 24 year old Brisbane book keeper found dead in a bath at a Melbourne hotel some weeks ago. He said evidence did not allow him to state the circumstances of how the poison was administered.

Melbourne Misa Alma Bate Brisbane

Clark Gable Divorce Likely After Property ruling

New York report says Clark Gable faces divorce from Mrs Gable with a settlement of 286000 dollars from community property. The action may follow court rulings on the property settlement before any remarriage to Carol Lombard.

New York Clark Gable Carol Lombard Gable

Blood transfusion helps Crayton man survive amputation

In Sydney on Thursday Frank Linn of Crayton faced death after his leg was amputated due to blood type scarcity. A Balmain blood donors club appeal found a donor whose blood matched. The transfusion improved Linn's condition and he is expected to recover.

Sydney Frank Linn Crayton Balmain Blood Donors Lin Linn

DRESSED POULTRY. Order your Xman Poultry at our Been or City Stores.

Dressed poultry promotion urges customers to order Xman Poultry at Been or City Stores to secure fresh supplies. The notice emphasizes convenience and availability at local outlets.

Xman Been Avold S

Swis Trade Treaty Opens December Thirtieth

The wealthy Gasette reports the Swiss Dutch trade treaty begins December 30, with tariffs and exemptions set to take effect on that date. The agreement, recently enacted, updates duties and protections under the Pegeret Paragon framework.

Bwitnerland Pegeret Paragon

National Insurance Proclaims 157 Approved Societies

The first stage of the national health and pensions insurance scheme began with yesterday’s proclamation creating 157 approved societies with about 400000 members. Regulations will be proclaimed early in the new year and the National Insurance Consultative Council, comprising equal representation of employers and friendly societies, will meet in Canberra late February to review administrative expenses after the postponement of the incidence until September.

Casey Bature Christmas National Insurance Consultative Council Counsell Canberra Consultative Council National Insurance

SAILING BOAT TRAGEDY CLAIMS 14 YEAR OLD VICTIM

In Melbourne officers found Harry Mangan aged 14 nine miles from the sinking site of a sailing boat near Port Wilson. The vessel struck a submerged obstruction yesterday off Geelong and sank quickly. Constable Ewins and another man swam to safety after the incident.

Melbourne Harry Mangan Geelong Port Wilson Ewins Camino Constable Ewins

Death of 105 year old Crimean War veteran Longden

Charles Longden died in Brisbane at 105, believed to be Australia’s only Crimean War veteran. He arrived in Australia about seventy years ago after serving in the Crimean conflict.

Brisbane Charles Longden Australia Longden

Canberra Nurse Passes Examinations

Alma Sarah Jane Pearse, a nurse from Canberra, has passed recent examinations. The report notes her achievement and confirms her professional status in the medical community.

Canberra Axdney Alma Sarah Jane Pearse

Musical Examinations Show Pupil Success at Mise Morris

Pupils of Mise K. V. Morris passed recent pianoforte exams with marks ranging from Merit to Honours. Notables include Helen Hastie in Senior Honours and Peggy Gates in First Steps, praised for musical phrasing and good finger work despite short study periods.

Mise K. V. Morris Helen Hastie Margaret Walconer Peggy Gates Hagel Michie Gwen Bryant Gwan Bryant Ameb Florence Waterman

Mayor Convicted Contempt of Court in Hobart Case

The Hobart court convicted the Lord Mayor Alderman Sinn ie and two women of contempt of court. The bench ruled they obstructed liquor license proceedings during a sale at Bandy Tay by subduing to the bench a motion against the license application.

Hobart Thuray Sinnie Bandy Tay

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