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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jan 03, 1947

Page

2

Thomas Outtam and family announce marriage notices

Fragmented OCR lists names and relations including Tam magug in daughtee of Ser and re land, Bath 7G, Canberra, Sydney, and references to Mr F H Lefl, Mr. Bry, Basisy, and Jahn, with unclear dates and places. The text appears as a garbled wedding notice from an old newspaper page.

Thomas Outtam Ser Toman F H ‘Lefl Perrest Canberra Jahn Mr. and Bry Giteen Basisy Sydney

Funeral notices from Canberra General Cemetery area

Invites to attend the funeral of their late Deson Davids Fyyoe. Service at Canberra General Cemetery with details including Maneraft and Eile locations. Relatives and friends are asked to attend. motor transport and directions noted.

le M. Hanfet Davids Canberra General Motor Fyvetele Canberra O'Rourke Beyen

Thanking Canberra Hospital staff for support after bereavement

Me Teed Mi Hisman expresses gratitude to doctors and nurses of Canberra Hospital and many friends for their expressions of sympathy after a recent bereavement.

Lockyer Canberra

In Memoriam John A. Oraffer Ioving memory obituary

In Memoriam John A beloved husband of Constance and father to May and Valerie who passed away June 3 1948 Our dear wife mother and grandmother fell asleep January 5 163 by Dad geck Jean end Daw.

John A Constance May Valerie Ant Aseep Tarusary Dad Geck Jean End Daw

All round price cuts fuel inflation across sectors

Scattered reports describe a general 25 percent reduction in industrial prices and a broad decrease in agricultural costs. Inflationary pressures and rapid production shifts are cited as key factors behind the moves, with observers noting widespread economic disruption.

Thum

Hutchers' Shops to Close in Sydney After Monday

Sydney reports Hutchers' Shops will close all retail branches in the city and Newcrate after Monday. The closure affects over 800 Hutchers employees centered on the Sydney Town Hall.

Hutchers

Weather Forecast Update With Variable Showers

Forecaster notes possible showers in parts of the region with mild to warm temperatures. Expect moderate south to north winds and potential icy conditions in exposed areas. Caution advised for travel as risk of slick surfaces emerges in affected towns and coastal zones.

Cosat Smiderale

Canberra Weather Report Brief

Canberra weather forecast fragment notes temperature around 72.5 degrees with 3 pm readings. Winds from the northwest at about 10 mph, with maximums traced for a two hour span and a general daily pattern implied.

Turaday Sati

Royal prerogative in honours sparks debate across dominions

A long Canberra to London exchange discusses how the British monarch grants honours, the role of Dominion governments, and whether Australian authorities should advise on appointments. It notes Land and Knight honours, past controversies, and the Queen Victoria era precedents, with Bruce, Gowrie, and Bracegirdle cited as examples.

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Duke Presents Trophy For Girl Swimmer

A dubious report notes a trophy presentation for a girl swimmer, highlighting efforts to revive youth swimming. It mentions officials, a government request to enroll children in a Learn to Swim program, and a planned campaign with ten rounds of events at a local pool. Named participants include Betty Brophy and Laure Mahoney, with inquiries about northern riverside attendance.

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Obituary: Mrs Ann Taylor of Queenborough Dies

Mrs Ann Taylor, longtime resident of Queenborough, died December 3 after 8 long years of illness. She served as mayor of Queenborough and was a member of the Methodist church and notable in local affairs for many years. Survived by ten children, one infant, and other relatives.

Ann Taylor Taylor Quennbeybi Bec Belivic Queanbeyen

World championship Kent postponed to February date changes

The world 1 championship Kent between Neb Taretim and Wille Pep, originally set for January 24, has been postponed and will probably take place some time in February. Organizers have not fixed a new date.

Teatherwest London Thuretay Kent Thermelgnts Wille Pep Jenusry Rebrusry

Streptomycin Tests in TB Trials Disappointing

Australian reports reveal streptomycin supplies arriving were stained and showed very doubtful effect. Officials explained that while it may help in certain TB forms, average TB requires about two months of daily injections costing around £500. Experimental production continues at Commonwealth Serum Laboratories. drug similar to penicillin is under development.

Australia Eam Commonwealth Berum Sts Uae

Bruce not elevated viscount on Labour support

Melbourne reports confusion as Prime Minister M. J. Chifley and Australian government officials declare Bruce was not created Viscount on Labour support. The statement notes no change in Bruce’s status and references Commonwealth leaders, with emphasis on Australian and British cabinet concerns.

MR. Bruce Melbourne Bruce Chifey Howe Chifley Vinitsay Cingstom

Missing Bushman search under way for 85 year old Cupitt

Two detectives have joined the search for Philip Cupitt 85 who has been missing since a reported incident in the area. The scene involves unclear details but witnesses recall Cupitt leaving a location wearing boots and a coat. Police say officers are pursuing multiple lines of inquiry as options for his disappearance are explored.

Bydney Emulat Philip Cupitt Rugard Ieanby Atlagong Cupitt

Man Killed by Lightning in Casino District

Audrey Thursday report from Serres Hill Casino confirms Athochacen Cone 27 died after being struck by lightning in the afternoon. An aged wife and a young son witnessed the incident as cone was placed in an iron tub but did not respond to treatment.

Audrey Athochacen Cone Serres Hill Casino Mirael

Public dining denied by cafe at city rationing center

Fragmentary report shows the rationing commission restricting extra meal coupons to the White Moon Cafe while city residents faced denied evening service. Officials warn other traders may follow, as authorities push for stricter observance of coupon rules amid ongoing shortages.

Senvice Drovia Sinvertee Canberra White Moon Cafe Ite Tie

Census collectors sought to handle forms for 16000 workers

The atlas reports a drive to recruit 16 000 collectors to take Commonwealth forms. Each will manage about 300 papers, with supplies delivered to every front runner before June 30. Completed forms are to be returned within a week after distribution. The survey unit has ready packs for local districts to facilitate work.

Acm Unita

Hotel Growth in Canberra Linked to Airline Expansion

Canberran hotel operators seek new premises as Avcommeniation plans by Alp line firms push tourism around Canberra. Reports say Ansett Airwes and Mitakeir ceraperatori-Ploncer discuss adding a touring router hub here to accommodate hundreds of passengers and boost air travel linked hotel demand.

Alp Line Canberra Ale Point Air Hotel Caulibeers Willy Nunaonger

Meat Allowed for Barbecue at Cotter

Permision granted by the Comendant to the Cafe teria Anglers Association to obtain meat for barbecue at the Cotter. Donations from Glauth the Club with Commission consent. Canberra event aims for a high profile barbecue with arrangements for transport and entertainment.

Cotter Pleake Glauth G. Wescott Canberra Beraleya Aychestra

Canberra Aims to Be Soccer Centre of Australia

Canberra residents greet visiting British bulldog supporters as they plan to make the capital a central hub for soccer in Australia. Officials including the Minister for the Interior and the Minister for Works and Housing welcomed the delegation amid cheers and briefings on future plans.

Perth Gop Cemantic Canberra Australia Jehanon

McCool Leads Australia to a Dramatic Batting Finish Melbourne

The match reports a tense finish as Calin McCool anchors Australia with a dominant display. Solid partnerships and key boundaries propel Australia toward a strong total, while England’s bowlers struggle to contain the onslaught. McCool scores a decisive 74 minutes for 18 runs, guiding Australia to a competitive innings with Pooland adding crucial support.

Duke’s Grafting To Builder Migrants For ACT

Migration policies and remarks attributed to the Duke of Gloucester during a Fremantle visit signal a tense moment in imperial relations. The governor general’s speech hints at loyalty expectations and Australia’s future ties under Dominion status, with Canberra anticipating involvement before official arrival.

Duke

Tradesmen Due Next Thursday in Canberra Visit

The 194 Angiah Cradeamedt crew will travel from Fremantle to Sydney then Canberra to restore the building and ease shortages. They arrive Thursday and will be welcomed at Riverview Hall on Friday with refreshments. The team includes painters and carpenters from various firms, preparing rooms with new radiators and improved fittings as part of the occupation setup.

Canberra Arriva Turaday Fremantle Tronetop Sydney Wil Livio Riverview Paptie Bernas Toy Bedioe Femeview Morea Yardley Seadwnn Byoney Milier Johnson Tow E- Tallon Fivann Barch Lindwall Hedsor Gratand Hammond Mar Watson P Karich Leenus

Probes Open Into Ambulance Failure After Drowning Tragedy

Officials launched inquiries by two departments into the Canberra ambulance breakdown amid a double drowning at Urlurea Croning. Medical leaders questioned if earlier response could have saved lives, noting an overhaul in August and September left one ambulance out of service and another nearly worn out. The Board and Minister urged a new ambulance and clearer national medical service policies.

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Remarkable escape when plane hit tree at Lagure

Two men aboard a Tiger Mth plane escaped serious injury after the aircraft struck a tree and wrecked near Lagure on Thursday. Estwart Robert wella, 46, and Fre derick Lowell Bette, 36, were reportedly injured slightly, while the other passenger escaped uninjured.

Lagure Omay Barwon Hoan Estwart Robert Wella Frederick Lowell Bette Seriy

Youth Drowns in Sydney Shanty Incident

A youth named Koen drowned today near Manly Sydney while his parents were entering a nearby shanty. The incident occurred as bystanders worked to rescue him after he slipped into shallow water. Authorities are investigating the drowning and identifying witnesses.

Sydney Thorccny Stubul Wat Wood

Mr Brophy Opposed WEW Ambulance Row

Mr Brophy, Treasury official, opposed the WEW ambulance provision in the Canberra Community Hospital plan. He argued the number of ambulances requested was excessive and that the proposal reflected his personal view, not a Treasury submission, despite the minister’s notification and ongoing capital board discussions.

Dry Nuit Canberra Timaas Tebaaury Brophy Fevary Department of the Treaaury

Divergence of Snowy River Waters Debate

Melbourne reports a debate on diverging Snowy River waters to boost Murray River irrigation in New South Wales and surrounding areas. The Commonwealth and Victorian governments study potential electrical output, costs, and irrigation methods using large scale water sharing plans and spray irrigation across districts.

Melbourne Tver Murray River Walea Murray Waters New South Walea

Telegraphist Held On Murder Charge

Sydney police report a telegraphist appeared in Burwood district court Thursday to answer a murder accusation. His wife, Lavid Elizabeth Mayne, was said to have been shot twice. authorities allege the crime occurred on the 19th.

Sydney Burwood Lawid Eiteabeth

Youth Assault at Randwick Racecourse in Inquiry

Sydney police to hold inquiry into a pushing incident at Randwick racecourse yesterday. Edward Alfred Armering aged 18 from I Egadine was punched and knocked down in a scuffle involving Blake White. The incident sparked a brief investigation with no further action planned.

Sydney Randwick Racecourse Yeaterany Wade Edward Alfred Armelrung I Ehgadine Blake White

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