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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Dec 16, 1948

Page

3

Weathered quotes and garbled notes on explorers and expeditions

Fragmented OCR text mentions a Kanberra group and a Royal Society of Australia, along with a strategic expedition and weather conditions. It references a day’s run by the seas with winds around 100 miles per hour and compares to historic expeditions and the Wyatt Earp voyage in unclear context.

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Jury hears claim of genuine belief and authority

Mr. Shand argued to the jury that if jurors believed there was authority even if none existed they are entitled to an amount. The hearing was adjourned until to morrow.

Harcourt Garden Parer Mr. Shand

Survey of New Coal Areas Opens Cashed Gains

The Australian Coal Board plans new coal area surveys to expand open cut mining while maintaining underground mines. Aimed at boosting output next year, the board targets immediate increases to prevent a recurring coal shortage during winter.

Cee Bydney Ins Commonwealth Beate Coal Board

Acute social disease cases rise, director warns tests urged

In a Wednesday report from Byday the Director of Social Hygiene Dr Cooper Booth said in the last year there have been more acute cases found than in any year of the past twenty five. He called for compulsory blood tests before marriage and broader public health measures.

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Overseas tensions cautioned by SMS leader

Sydney report quotes Acting Lesser of the Opposition Mr Howarth warning the Legislative Assembly against overseas unrest. He urged a new spirit for the coming year, hoping suspicion will yield to understanding and tolerance among nations.

Sydney Howarth Jin Legislative Assembly Bouth

Famechon to Box Hassen in Sydney bout

Melbourne report states French lightweight Andre Wamechon will face Jack Hassen in an early January bout if Hassen defeats Archie onight. Stadiums Ltd manager Mr R Lean confirms the Famechon Hassen fight would be staged in Sydney.

Melbourne Andre Wamechon Jack Hessen Archie Onight Stadiums Ltd R. Lean Famechon-Hassen Sydney

Betiway Party Team Feud Over Pay Between Sides

A dispute arises between a Party Team and opposing faction over payment terms. Ordinary members face possible ban or removal as tensions escalate. The conflict centers on financial arrangements and allegiance within the group.

Potato Growers Urged to Strike Hobart in Tasmanian Protest

In Tasmania, potato growers face calls to strike Hobart from Monday as government officials clash over pricing. The scene includes references to the price of £17 15s per ton and tensions around market control, amid political debate on electoral rights and industrial action.

Tasmania Hobart Parmers Ae. J. C. Johnson

Britain to Set Up Stores for British Goods Abroad

London reports Sir Stafford Cripps announced in Parliament the Government will spend £1,876,900 in the current financial year to establish departmental stores overseas to promote the sale of British goods. The debate touched on transport development and road funds as part of broader economic policy.

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