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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Feb 08, 1950
Page
3
In Sydney and surrounding areas police report a string of armed robberies at the Commonwealth Bank branch near Marta Dock and other locations. Officers say payroll escorts are targeted as the force maintains patrols and a nearoccasional ring of holdups.
An advert invites readers to visit the showroom for a wide range of home appliances and fittings. It highlights built in stoves, hot water systems, kitchen cupboards and stainless options, plus bath items and accessories. The listing mentions various brands and materials and promises quality heat and finish.
An inquiry by the Auditor General’s office into Golden and Golden taverns uncovers agents manipulating blank tickets in a fraud tied to a New Year’s Gift Canket. Witnesses named Archie Davidson and Patra John Balen as figures who profited from selling tickets and sharing winnings, with tickets observed in circulation for years.
Fragmented text lists many names and teams including Gran i mone Pere Joyce and Makin. Mentions a Saturday competition with single entries and various players. Reference to Canberra City and instrument-like terms suggests a regional bowling event with mixed details and unclear lines.
In Lakemba a jury found two women murdered. the court heard conflicting testimonies as police outlined the events. The trial centered on the deaths of Dorothy Jean By Byte and Minn Dart with details of the alleged killer’s actions and confessions disclosed during testimony.
The fragment mentions approval for Pepe layers to pinyin extul ioe nesters on Emma fa Marah and a publicity note about Dewup. It references plans for Manuten courts and a 1950 championship tournament with a later March event for children and a February adjournment.
A Canberra court case involves John Gordon Weatherall, 16, and others amid unclear charges. The fragment references driving offenses, fines, and references to Commonwealth Avenue, with payments totaling 278 in disputed currency. Police notes suggest vehicle identification and a December hearing date.
Vagabond runs smart trial at Rosehill finishing behind leader Valilla and Bir Nites Tar. Autumn raven led early but Vagabond moved up to contend in heavy going, placing third amid a tight finish.
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