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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Feb 16, 1944
Page
3
A man received a three year sentence for manslaughter after a trial in the UA Mary. The defendant will serve his term in a UA prison, Culiforata. Caruthers and the jury saw the key testimony, and the defendant was acquitted on another count.
Two men were killed and another injured when a truck collided with a pole near Carwools station during a fire fighting operation. The crash occurred as the vehicle, returning from the west, tried to turn sharply. the rear wheels struck a pole and the cab was crushed. Widows and children of the deceased were noted, with serious injuries reported for Talbot Wavey.
The Central Coal Authority lacks power to force coal owners to reopen the mine amid a prolonged dispute. Alderman Meeinoar denounces council delays as miners idle and protests over releases worsen. Authorities signal possible steps, but no decisive action yet. Death reported of Rev Arthur Grey, headmaster of King's School, Parramatta, aged 84.
Laborer David Maal testifies that a timber cutting accident occurred near Unarva when a rotten tree collapsed. Witnesses describe a loud crash, a fall in the halling area, and injuries to workers including Hamilton and Beal as the tree toppled. A 20 foot pit, rough cutting conditions, and proximity to others contributed to the incident.
A judge in Melbourne approves licences for night clubs and cabarets amid issues of disorder and law enforcement. The ruling supports regulated entertainment despite reports of disturbances, with authorities and patrols to monitor venues and enforce penalties for breaches.
University College invites graduates for lecture positions in Latin, Geography, Public Administration, and related subjects. Applicants must attend a meeting on the 24th in Canberra and submit applications by 12 noon on Saturday, 8 February 1844. Further details available from M Owen Ragiskar, Department of the Interior.
A garbled historic notice invites applicants for teaching and support roles at Heenzo Technical College. It lists hours, wage terms, and living accommodations, with mentions of positions for adults and children education and various clerical and domestic posts. Names and dates are unclear due to OCR.
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