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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 28, 1948
Page
2
In aed but loving memory of my eer fusbarul and our father Amice Herbert who away a the 3Hth December 104 Laved and remembered alway, loved by his wife and children.
A note mentions a YMCA youth camp with ages ten to eighteen available in January. It advises interested attendees or guardians to call Mr. Purnell at 82 for more information and registration.
The Canberra community confronted a troubling scheme linked to a local YMCA and the YW GAv, as residents echoed calls for accountability and continuous operation. Organizers drew scrutiny after a series of furtive meetings aimed at arranging hidden activities, prompting officials to assure support remains for residents and ongoing community programs.
Weather notes show wind from the west northwest at 1136 am and maximum gusts around 8 pm. Temperature readings and barometric data are inconsistently reported with several garbled figures and times not clearly tied to a specific location.
Canberra forecast notes wind and temperature details from the regional office. Strong gusts and shifting conditions expected into the evening with cooler air moving in from the west and light rain possible in higher elevations.
The article outlines the UN Security Council groundwork for enforcing cease fire orders and sanctions, debating enforcement limits in Palestine and the Dutch East Indies context. It notes two cease fire orders, potential military action, and the role of mediator decisions in shaping immediate power and compliance.
Fragmented OCR reflects a local page item about fire outbreaks near Mulwale Hostel and a Bush Fire Council update. It mentions a theatre event at Theatre 46 12.45 8 on Saturday, plus weather and compost plans amid damp conditions and labour concerns.
Fragmented OCR text mentions exams for pood producers and a general statement by Mr. Gitson. The readable portion suggests planning around the new year to address testing or certification, though details are unclear due to garbled wording.
Fragmented OCR text reports rainfall ending a dry spell in Adelaide and surrounding regions with references to weather fronts from the east and messages of relief. The garbled lines mention areas like Queensland and Australia, but lack clear events or dates. The readable parts suggest a weather update rather than a specific incident.
A driver narrowly escaped injury following a car capsize on a rural road near Civic Fare. Witnesses say the vehicle turned onto the Kent’s Craathg Road on a Saturday. the driver fled the scene before authorities arrived. Units reported finding the car wreckage and began standard incident procedures.
A garbled report notes a rising road death toll from 1947 to 1948 with figures around 320 and mentions Bowen and Patricia Widget in a nonsensical context. The fragment references months and a vehicle collision increase but lacks clear details or a coherent narrative.
North Canberra boxing tournament resumes January 7 to decide champions of weight classes. Two titles already settled: lightweight by Merv Kennett and featherweight by Chess Novkas. Remaining divisions include welterweight middleweight and heavyweight.
The article reports on an inquiry into milk production costs led by the Dairy Producers' organization. Mr Ka J Johyatoney states the union will provide information from the Milk Board to determine prices and margins for the forthcoming period. The campaign aims to publish findings and push for adjustments in production pricing.
Police allege a hospital patient fired a pistol on a street near Sydney Morang and Ward Lane. Ward remanded with bail set while officers recovered the weapon and searched the area. The court heard an alleged record of prior incidents and the suspect's presence at the scene.
Fragmented OCR text discusses Australian demographics amid a shortage of younger workers and rising older population totals. Mentions Lamstralia Peele, Warwick, bonds, and a Caledonian society comment on shifts in age structure and vital population figures over time.
Hospital superintendent Le W Noth expresses gratitude for hospital Christmas gifts and staff support. Matron Birbnett notes the generosity will aid patients and public attendance. thanks the Hospital Auxiliary for their care and assistance with patient needs.
Fragmentary OCR text reports a cricket match with line scores and player names. Birch and Broom cited with bowling figures 2/1 and 1/25 respectively. Mentions Wilkineen Mand Birch 46 and Alvit. Reads as a brief score note with incomplete phrases.
A fragmented article notes a farm decline in western regional areas Macquarie and aehiae with cautions on population shifts. It mentions Mr Cutler at Yeoval criticizing western districts, a court in Orange fining Mr. Shannon for driving while intoxicated, and a local jockeys’ association introducing new rules effective January 1. The piece also cites bread handling guidance and a distant reference to a rural meeting, suggesting broader agrarian concerns and changes impacting agriculture and local governance.
Holiday crowds pack tourist resorts as parks show high attendance and waterways draw anglers. Inspectors busy along streams report good fishing and clear water while residents note crowded beaches and rising safety concerns. A three hour period saw many injuries including a 23 year old man fracturing his collarbone and shoulder blade after a fall. A warning is issued as swimmers risk near crowded pools and rivers with no outbreaks of fire reported in Cotter River area.
The City Bowling Club 3 Grade Championship report lists matches with Cook defeating others 31-14, Griffithe 18 and others contesting. Several bouts show close scores such as 19-10 and 16-14 with players like Mpenda, Joynn, Nollann, Chale, Bhakenprare, Lave, and Chetham noted. The fragmentary text records multiple results and end notes on standings and participants.
Harvest prospects brighten as dry weather aids wheat and forage across A C T region. Officials report a smaller crop than last year but potential yield improved by favorable conditions, with some delays in shipping due to weather and labor shortages. Grass and wood stock declines noted, yet wool prospects look stronger for next season.
Contracts in Canberra cover supply and delivery of heating, refrigeration, kitchen and engineering equipment for new hostels and facilities. Bidders include Sydney firms and Melbourne suppliers, with various scope items and locations in Canberra and surrounding areas.
The secretary of the Department of the Interior announced a trial with cork trees at a small plantation to assess cork quality. Ranges of growth, time to first yield, and potential commercial viability were outlined, with importers awaiting results over several years.
Chaotic details from a New York and New Jersey fire disaster report indicate higher fatalities than initially predicted. The blaze affected several communities, with multiple families wiped out in surrounding areas as investigators search for a cause.
A man was slashed at Capital Hill in an attack that caused injuries to the forearm and hand. Police were investigating as witnesses described a chaotic scene with attempts to assist the wounded. Authorities urged calm while inquiries continue.
The report outlines extensive housing programs in rural towns and new industrial centers from 1941. It notes construction of thousands of dwellings, government and Commonwealth planning, and progress across Victoria and Western Australia, with completions and underway projects amid a push to house workers in growing industries. The data references numerous towns, regions, and percentages of projects completed or in progress.
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