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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Feb 07, 1952

Page

3

Airman McGowan Given 12 Month Sentence for Assault

Peter Herbert McGowan, 23, airman, was sentenced by ACT Supreme Court Justice Sampson to 12 months imprisonment for common assault on a person under 16. The judge indicated leniency due to defense and jury considerations, noting McGowan’s past Children’s Court conviction for theft and entering a building and neglect of a child.

ACT Supreme Court Sampson Peter Herbert McGowan McGowan Tim Caurg’s Slimpgon McGowfan Ueari Phippard

NowLs Club Vampertions War Singles Championship

The document lists a chaotic singles championship with participants such as Jonnie Davis, Clarke Bilbo, Pars charagonanip Gale, and Sania Womiget Stay Despre tikes. It references multiple matches and players including Matt Clarke, Lawerty, and Patten Arsutrung.

Canberra Luna Peterson Jonnie Davene Clarke Bilbo Gale Sania Dever Bland + Staffan Dai Alekander Baten Gal, Lawerty Apr Greman Apr Greman Y Patten Arsutrung EY Fry Frye Milden Fairy Matt Clarke Helier Flanersy Barns Baring Firgis Hamiloap Cus Rovers Bryer

British arms programme lags amid reform bottlenecks

A garbled report notes delays in Britain’s weapons programme due to reform bottlenecks and funding concerns. It mentions financial figures around £5 200 and implies ongoing debates on military procurement and strategic capability.

Bombala Tennis Doubles Final Staged Amid Mixed Results

Readable fragments show a Bombala tennis doubles final with players Romerson and Watlen defeating Burden and Sedgman in a 1930s style club setting. Frank Seeman beats C Ebert to reach an event, while a State Lottery No 2475 draws Sydney. Syndicates and local names appear in scattered notes.

Bombala Bamrain Nochboure Unl Sauriay Romersone Cal Watlen P Burden Nik Yestaria Mera Aungies Uve Awan

Liquor Inquiry Aims to Probe Sly Grog Selling

Police objections highlighted liquor trading concerns as licensing court debated recalls and summons. Mr Davey described evidence from beat officers and city residents while discussing renewal withdrawals, adjournments, and the role of the Metropolitan Licensing Inspector in assessing applicants over five years.

Sydney Liquor Royal Co W. R. Davey K.C Justice Maxwell Davey Ole Heme Rory Wien Eaewe Beiig Bovey Adr Darey Janes Iowep Lynen Fapers Street Dakmba Camps June Mann Dovey Tadmania Tom Spect Evaires Lquor Pie Wenana Cits Commission Tnepector Young Rxist Young

Disputed Overrules in 4A Gigm Case and Legal Standstill

In a tense hearing, Southwell and Nichols faced objections as a solicitor read non vent materials. Nicholson resisted access while Southwell claimed following director instructions to exit alignments from the meeting. The exchange touched on rent, late fees, and licenses with references to hospital and public fence matters.

Southwell Hia Cnas Andre Milfe

Price Record Falls at Auction for Aberdeer Argus Ball

An Aberdeer Argus ball ten months old sold at auction for £11,590, surpassing the previous price of £8,935. The bidding established a new record for the item and highlights recent strong interest in vintage balls from the era.

Tosaon Evewten Aberdeer Argus

Bomb-damaged house in Colomys TX leaves fourteen dead

A bomb incident at a house in Colomys Texas resulted in fourteen fatalities. Victims include locals Breobi and others. rescue and investigation ongoing as authorities assess the wreckage and aftermath.

Breobifren Cole Cologmys Tx Ieee Totallina

Opposition Censure Move Targets Government Policy

The opposition planned to move censure against the government this morning citing flawed finance policy. They argued high inflation and price rises hurt industry and workers while the Australian pound’s weakness erodes household purchasing power and confidence in the country.

Lewyatt de Yatta Muxionta Naminal Poly

Hospital staff doctors appoint new medical officers

The Canberra Community Hospital announces the appointment of Dr Marya Granger as medical officer from February 22, replacing Dr We Hillyer who resigns to become deputy superintendent at Queenstown Provincial Hospital. Kilian McLechie and Dr Melachian fill other resident positions. 32 applicants were received.

Canbrea Sydney University Arl Kilan McLechie Sydney Canberra Melachian Melbourne University Alpury Hospital

Perth Exercise Plans By RAAF Men

The Canberra RAAF unit prepares for a photographic reconnaissance exercise with the Perth team, detailing a weeks long program, movement, and security measures. The notice mentions Operation Swat, station-based actions, and expected mobilization of more than six personnel.

Perm Treyom Canberra RAAF Suuiom Royal

World Peace Hopes From Foreign Leaders Voice

A fragmentary report hints at renewed calls for peace from foreign leaders. The piece mentions a Pitt cartoon and Enterprise fame, with references to guidance and verification of a moral stance amid global tensions.

Washington Pitt Carteen Finag Ingen von

Dugan Held in Hunger Strike Case at Grafton

A fragmentary report notes Dugan staged a hunger strike in Grafton amid a disturbance near a train. The event referenced a central Thigan scenario, with locals examining tenets and expectations.

Sydney Docrees

Australian view on Dutch New Guinea policy voiced

Australia’s external affairs minister Mr Comey stated Australia seeks calm, cooperative ties with the Netherlands and Indonesia, opposing provocative moves. He said Australia supports balancing relations with the Dutch New Guinea issue, aims to avoid friction, and would act to safeguard regional stability amid concerns over communism and regional security.

Etary Tarasia Australia Indemeaia Asia West New Guinea Cammy Australa Dutch New Guinea Indonesia

Bungendore Races Featured Handicaps and Entries

The Bungendore races list several events including the Wellsbalance programme with a notable handicap of 6 furlongs and 30 shillings. Other events include the Hping Handicap and the Progressive Handicap with stakes around £30. Details mention various entries and mileages for the-day races.

Sol Luk Ate Fur Ones

Wanderers to Play Goulburn in Canberra Cricket Match

Wanderers cricket team set to face Goulburn at Duntroon No Zeal on Friday February 15. The Wanderers boast a strong lineup including Crdge Detter Quint Ramaites Strutt and Waits as part of the Canberra and Australia diplomatic circle selections.

Wanderers Duntroon Diptimat Hominions Canberra Department of Externall Wanderen Crdge Cutts Davy Chamise Greenian Homer Killley Priescien Pyman Detter Quint Ramaites Strutt Waits

Car bombing death shocks West Coast racecourse scene

A chaotic report describes a fatal car bombing linked to a contentious West Coast racecourse, with blurred details about suspects, motives, and the victims. The fragmentary note mentions a moneyed company, legal threats, and political figures, all amid a backdrop of alleged corruption and scandal.

West Coast Tom Tenn Tnomineat Hyenaing Atlinonvd Sant Froea Nettern California Keen AZ Caponecuar Patel Eine Apes Veanager Bay Jewe Racecourse Company Rece

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