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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 27, 1945
Page
2
Alfred Herbert of Canberra is remembered in a funeral notice. The service will be held at the Parish Church of Ot Job Wir and the Church of England portion at Canberra General Cemetery. Attendees are invited to join the noon service, with a later burial details listed.
In loving memory of Awie Herbert Rabb who passed away on the 3rd of December, 14s, at ward. Rest in peace. Lovingly remembered by her husband and children, with all who knew him.
A report from Cootamundra details the sentencing of Ing George Predarick Dakine aged 21 for theft from sleeping passengers on a mail train. He received a term of one month and a fine of 430 to be of good behaviour. The charges include robbing the mail and stealing money and articles from sleeping passengers aboard the Tenure Mail.
Adelaide Wemenday reports a motorcyclist from Prospect, Moan Morgan, 27, was thrown 180 feet into a gully during a camping holiday near the Gorge Rona today. He suffered severe injuries including a fractured collarbone and a suspected skull fracture, after the machine overturned on a sharp bend.
Sydney report describes a failed cat burglary at a Melbourne? premise with weak entry tactics. The thieves climbed to the roof and removed goods but managed only two items before being stopped. Local details mention the attempted break in and the clumsy escape.
Wedaracay Parkes, an Australian gilding proard, contends with a charge after nail-flawed from his acre near Jerriderie. Warner was lowered to 1400 feet by pine, then a thermal event propelled the craft into eight hours aloft. An attempt in the fury 1p is planned for tomorrow. Harry Rye, in Easendon, covered 308 miles in four hours and ten minutes.
A British carrier will depart for home this Friday. The ship, promoted to flagship status, will repatriate Australian troops from New Guinea and carry refurbished personnel back to Britain.
Pantomime dispute between management and Actors Equity concluded after a conference. Settlement brings end to the standstill, with planned productions resuming and chorus and ballet members returning to proceedings under new terms.
Forecasts for southern districts and Tableland call for fine warm conditions with fresh north winds. A much cooler change is expected later with scattered showers and possible debris west to the coast. In western districts the weather remains largely clear with light southerly winds.
The article reviews prewar and postwar franc values, noting the 1920s devaluations and the impact on France’s economy. It discusses budget deficits, inflation, and political hesitancy, plus the role of General de Gaulle in restoring France’s economic standing and trade position abroad.
Duke of Scloucast er accompanies Victoria’s Vine Governor to Christmas service at St Andrews Canberra. Prince William suffers whooping cough. A government House party on Wednesday January 2 is moved to the Prime Minister’s Lodge. An ex-prisoners party at Government House will still be held in a room newly frequented by Royal visitors. Attendees warned to inform via telephone Canberra 62.
Reuters Paris dispatch reports Anglo-French discussions on withdrawing troops from the Levant were adjourned. Tensions allegedly persisted between London and Paris amid the halted negotiations.
A collision occurred tonight at the intersection of Kime and York alresta between a car and a tram. Lieut. J. A. Clarke of the Royal Navy and Mrs Mra A. Bravens were admitted to hospital with bruises and shock. The car suffered heavy damage and tram passengers were affected.
Reports from Sydney indicate Dr Gilroy of Sydney is set to be made Cardinal in a Vatican move. The announcement, greeted with mixed feelings by Catholics, follows years of Australian church leadership debate and calls for an Australian born cardinal. Archbishops in Melbourne and Sydney comment on national sentiment and future church voice.
A garbled report describes holiday traffic to Canberra with mention of the Bureau, transportation by rail, and cooperation of authorities. It notes heavy loads to Albury and Tumut, preparations for Christmas campers at Black Mountain, and praise for Canberra residents hospitality amid prewar tourism plans.
With Christmas over Canberra residents face renewed restrictions on water use and power. Water gardens limited to 8 pm to 9 pm daily under orders by the Minister for the Interior. Power restorations resume today with temporary ice exception for water betters. most restrictions lifted to 7 pm Monday to midnight Thursday to permit nearby residents to ring in the new year.
Melbourne report states the Minister for Cuatoria Renn denied today that all food stores will be removed from the rationing schedule and added no cot a not give any indication when the food rationing may end. The Minister said unique ion of rationing had not been discussed by the productive executive.
Canberra observed a quiet Christmas amid temporary power restrictions and festive gatherings. Reports show many attended cinema screenings and private homes, with petrol rationing easing but fuel lines forming. Road crashes on the Federal Highway near Canberra caused minor injuries, while churches held large Midnight Masses and Christmas services.
Canberra defeated Goulburn in a high scoring cup cricket match at Manuka Oval, with Stevens 68 and Fingleton 87 contributing for Canberra while L Godfrey took 3 for 4 for Goulburn. Goulburn were bowled out for 79 chasing Canberra’s 8 for 302, as Godfrey and Jennings built a late partnership before fall of wickets. Junior trial saw ACT under 27 edge out under 23s 105 to 129 at Northbourne Oval.
Five road fatalities reported over the new days push New South Wales total for the year to 281, nine more than last year. Vice President of the Road Safety Council Mr Nowles cited figures from recent days showing the toll reaching 25, then 86 in November, highlighting a high per centage of accidents blamed on confused driver behavior.
Canon E A Ward and Rev Cavon Rawarda address a Christmas Day service at St. John’s Church, urging unity in Christian brotherhood, condemning racial supremacy, and outlining postwar aims for peace, disarmament, and a new international system underpinned by justice and equality.
The article notes 06 of 300 pigs shipped from Wagga to Sydney died during a long journey to Homebush. Minister Graham cites £700 losses and outlines improvements for state run rural meat centres at Dubbo Goulburn Grafton and Wagga to reduce waste and damage.
A damaged report notes widespread concern as surfers near Sydney report a shark sighting near Warrabean. The crowd of thousands at Crowell Feorlvet Mw thrived on anticipation while 16 immediate actions followed a shark sighting. Authorities urged caution as residents reeled from the event and local officials prepared public advisories.
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