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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 17, 1948
Page
2
Officials report a tradtional push for Christmas trees and branches as decorations. Branches sell for 2 shillings 6 pence at Acton Nursery with delivery from Veralumi's Nursery for 15 shillings and a 5 shilling weekly fee. Applications must specify required trees or limbs and payment is due before supply.
Eric Thomas Turner, 30, a laborer, was sentenced to death by Mr Justice Heron in the Central Criminal Court after being found guilty of murdering Claire Ann Bullivan, 15. The judge dismissed the insanity defense, saying passion led him to act, and Mrs Rose Ann Sullivan fainted in court upon hearing the sentence.
Australian jockey W R Johnstone arrived in Sydney with his wife to visit his mother and brother. He plans no riding during the stay and will return to Paris on January 2. He recalls his record breaking English Irish French Derby sweep as the thrill of his life and notes his French Grand Prix win on My Love, part of four big wins in 21 days.
Alwyn La Roux, 50, watchman, faced charges over goods found at his home linked to the Census Branch. He pleaded not guilty to possessing stolen office equipment and stationery but admitted taking some items believed discarded. The court recorded no conviction, placing him on good behavior bonds after a six month term.
Reports from Canberra describe staff shifts at local schools, including new assignments in English and other subjects. Details remain unclear due to partial OCR text, but indicate reorganizations and expected announcements from Canberra H School and associated staff.
The 41 foot cutter Westward, skippered by Mr G D Gibbon, arrived at Hobart at 2 am after a 10 day voyage from Tasmania. Other Tasmanian yachts Sandra Wanderer Nell Gywn Mistral Rex expected to reach by weekend as crews report good weather and favorable winds.
British migrants are slated for Australia next year under a government assisted passage scheme. About forty five thousand are booked to go with government subsidies and roughly the same number expected to pay their own fares.
A concise note outlines the early history of a solicitor in the High Court, detailing his progression and the milestones he achieved. The emphasis remains on foundational steps and the development of his legal career within the court system.
An urgent plea to fund the University of Sydney faces a critical moment as retrenchment threats jeopardize about 300 of 870 technical staff, with 12 000 enrolled yet to be counted. Support cited as vital for financial relief in the New Year and to sustain educational advancement.
Rosa A Davis and Helen BE Rivers attend in Sydney with Margaret BE Collett of Queanbeyan. Names indicate a regional nursing event or recognition in Australia with participants from Sydney and Queanbeyan.
Detectives report Mc Cabe admitted stealing 2900 pounds from employers over three years at F Hall and Son merchants Beatt Street. She allegedly obtained money by skimming from the books and gambling on clothing and racing bets and was committed for trial on bail of 150 pounds.
The Minister for the Army directed a temporary suspension of engraving campaign stars and medals while investigations assess the medals and grave markings. He acted after representations from ex servicemen’s organizations.
Melbourne customs officers found contraband cigarettes hidden in the engine room of the American freighter Pioneer Glen at Victoria Dock. The ship, which left Philadelphia on October 18 and called at Brisbane and Sydney, is under investigation but no charges have been laid.
Director W Dunbar reported limited seats on trains motor coaches and aircraft during peak hours. Canberra visitors find hotel space in Queanbeyan and Yass while departmental hostels absorb most casual inward travelers.
Sydney reports repair work on engines delayed as Christmas railway services face disruption. About 50 plumbers threaten to strike, prompting union and Trades Hall to address the situation. If unresolved, urgent repairs for holiday trains may be halted, with union officials seeking a resolution.
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