Bradman Retires Injured Then Resumes In Test
Australia trails at 3 for 386 as Don Bradman retires with a rib muscle after scoring 57 in the test against India at Tilakow. Neil Harvey 78 and Loxton 48 added strong support while India’s bowlers troubled the Australian innings. Batsmen Brown and Barnes opened, Marnea 83 before run out, with Bradman later 89 in 70 minutes before retirement. Commentary shifts to praise for Bradman with optimism of a possible tour before final retirement.
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Kingston May Have Call Over Northbourne
Northbourne leaders face a precarious position as Kingston may gain control in the principal match to be resumed at ston Oval today. Northbourne collapsed for 67, with one for 12 in the second. Kingston led by 708 in the first innings. Queanbeyan trails at Que Park. Northbourne 198 in B Grade, University 213.9, District matches in remainder.
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Frigidaire Hire Scheme Debated by Canberra Officials
An officer from the electrical section of the Department of Works rejected a Braddon Progress and Welfare Association proposal to hire refrigerators in Canberra. He said the plan had not been seriously considered and would be impractical given current rentals and competing appliances.
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Minor Collisions In Canberra Streets Report
Backing from a Mort Street driveway in Braddon, a car driven by Mrs. M Gown collided with a Braddon resident's car and ended up rear against a tree. No injuries, both vehicles damaged. A second accident in Kingston involved a Commonwealth utility leaving a kerb outside a hotel and struck another vehicle.
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Housewives Demand Early Milk Plant Failure News
Delegates at the National Council of Women meeting faulted the Canberra Dairy Society for not informing the public promptly after the milk plant breakdown. They urged pasteurisation, early milk delivery, and sheltering measures, noting new emergency services arriving soon.
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Britain Accelerates Return of German War Prisoners
Britain speeds up repatriation of German war prisoners still in the United Kingdom. About 18,000 have been sent back over a year with roughly 16,000 more to leave. Of those remaining 160, a portion will stay, while others head to Germany by July end. Those who work will have viable conditions matching British farm staff and earn about 4 pounds 10 shillings per week.
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No Dislocation In Train Services
Sydney officials say no disruption to rail services to Brisbane is expected. Interstate passenger and goods traffic through Kyogie to Brisbane on the New South Wales line continues. The Wallangurra train will run four days weekly despite no Brisbane connection.
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Canberra Anglers Visit Tumut for First Inter-town Angling Contest
A Canberra Anglers Association party plans a weekend visit to Tumut to compete in the club’s historic first Inter-town angling contest. The Col. Jones Cup will be at stake. Reports of good fishing have come from Tumut River.
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Woman Fined in Pitt Street Assault Case
A woman was fined after pleading guilty to assault on December 1 in Pitt Street. The case involved a soldier, with details given by Corporal Lyn Earl Raamunern as the prosecutor.
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Aera Mrseng
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Forced plane landing on beach near Bateman's Bay
A RAAF pilot Flight Lieut Bint from Canberra landed a Mustang on a beach north of Bateman's Bay this afternoon. He walked eight miles to Bateman's Bay to telephone the RAAF station. He was not injured and the aircraft sustained only slight damage.
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United Nations Committee Forming In Australia
Sydney reports rapid progress in forming a United Nations committee with meetings planned for electing officials. A large number of organizations express interest in UNO membership and have applied, reflecting broad support for the effort.
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Keith Simon SP Bee Remembered By Community
A memorial note recalls Keith Simon, longtime figure in SP Bee, with neighbors noting his loss after a morning incident. Friends describe his impact and express condolences as they reflect on his contributions to local events.
Easy Swim Win by Ma Sparks Australian Championship Heat
Sydney reports a strong national swimming meet with Marshall edging the fastest Australian heat time by a narrow margin. Garrick Agnew and Bruce Picom also posted notable times in the 110 yards breaststroke and 220 yards freestyle events, with records targeted and performances by O’Neil and Mequade highlighted.
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Iara Marshall
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Wow Baaiahee
Sime Wee Garrick Agnew
Bruce Picom
Frank O'Neil
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