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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jan 05, 1948

Page

2

Test Prospects Melaquene Endey and India Innings

Test match notes describe Australia v India with Amarnath and Bradman figures. Innings declared at W/Z aiming for Australia on a sticky pitch. Bowling summaries: Phidiar 1/38 Amarnath 3/08, others.

Endey Peadean Jorrie Owen Australia Taaia Amarnath Amatralia Bradman Tailasd Batamen Necond Aa Jahneon Magare Antiarn Dealand Thw Piaduar Jonaaton Lew Amarnath ‘Barnes Sen Amarnath Morris Phidiar Asare Marsrate Ota Gi Menomed

Coins Recovered From Boy's Stomach After Dive

A young diver swallowed coins during a stunt and later regurgitated them. The incident occurred during a performance when the boy, said to be 18 years old, placed coins in his mouth and later emerged with the coins recovered.

Missing miner Sydney sought by large police squads

In dense bush country on One Rough Casal near Wilita Templeton a seven year old boy miner named Sydney is missing for more than a fortnight. Large squads of police and civilians search the area. authorities believe he may be suffering from some illness or exposure.

Sydney Wilita Templeton Thirront Smneaia

Body Found Near Avenue Amid Unclear Details

A body was found near an avenue in an unclear location. Police and investigators work to identify the deceased and determine the cause, with no immediate suspects disclosed. Further details remain unreleased as inquiries continue.

Tivol Managing Director Details on Equity Costs

An unclear note references the Tivol Managing Director and a person identified as Mr. atin. It mentions equity costs and a figure around 70, with a suggestion of some cost being borne by April.

Tivol Atin Bey Aupiil

Passenger Hurt After Rough Tasman Crossing

A passenger sustained injuries on the Tasman crossing after a rough incident. Witnesses describe a heavy male involved and the vessel crew couriered him for medical attention. Local authorities are reviewing the event and safety procedures following the accident.

Magna Carta principles warn against wartime petrol controls

The article argues that wartime petrol rationing and associated regulations threaten fundamental rights, insisting licenses should only be withdrawn after legal due process. It condemns executive overreach, urging Parliament to enact petrol laws and ensure courts determine offences rather than administrative punishment.

Perccm Melbourne Torre Ariel Iner Uae John

Earle Page Arrives in Cape Town to Discuss Dominion Cooperation

Sir Earle Page arrived in Cape Town on Friday to explore cooperation between South Africa and Australia. He deplored competition between the Dominions for immigrants and pledged joint efforts to improve migration and economic ties.

Capetown Earle Page South Africa Australia Dominions

BOAC Loses 60 Pounds Per Passenger, Sunday Express Claims

London report says BOAC losses reach about 8 million pounds across 10 aircraft types and 11 engines, with passengers paying roughly 60 pounds each according to a Sunday Express summary submitted to the Minister for Civil Aviation.

London Bunasy B.O.A.C. Anshal Avielon Carrie Jibe Sunday Express

Petrol Coupons To Day In Sydney

Petrol rationing coupons will be available to private motorists tomorrow with a likely 40 per cent cut required by the dollar crisis. The measure aims to ease fuel shortages before Christmas as the fuel economy faces tightening controls.

Sydney

Weather summary from Bam and Canberra forecast data

Weather readings show barometer at 29.007 inches, temperatures peaking around 86.4 and dipping to 43, with winds shifting from WNW to various directions. Canberra forecast predicts mild conditions with possible thunder storms in northern districts and easterly winds.

Bam Mi. AE Mobo Heetuma Wallemaiet Muna Ste Muaimam Frem Tanberra Prom Rairbairn Fiouth

Fragmented World War II Agency Proposal Draft

A damaged passage suggests an emendation of an international body proposal. It mentions a maternal affairs office and accretariat with aims to assist United Nations led by Australia and foreign councils. The text references reconstruction work and UNIO style duties, amid unclear committee actions.

Ean Ta Anatate Oeganiasticas Wensral United Nations UNRAA UNIO

Evatt Defends Release of Yes Referendum Case

The Attorney General says he had nothing to do with releasing the Yes case for the referendum. He defended the release as informing Australians of arrangements supporting altering the Constitution. He noted the No case was not licensed by the government and criticized misstatements about proximity to the No campaign.

Dr. Evatt Ehv Ratt Kivatt Souliné Evatt Manian Rivest Australia Menta Rene Rjoam Menaien Menales Mansios Mensien T Lactoral

No Instructions Yet For Summonses In New Guinea Case

Deputy Crown Solicitor Br. G A Watson said he had not yet received instructions to serve furor summonses in connection with the New Guinea tim bar case. Reports said a number of people may be present. On Friday night three commonees alleged forging of documents and one letter falsification were brought against John Amith a former Labour politician and union leader. He is to appear before Mr. Atkinson SL on Wednesday morning as Commonwealth officers continue investigations.

Sydney Gunaay Br. G. A. Watson New Guinea Timbar Watson Praseeiten John Amith Jocky Garden Atkinson Commonwealth Weil

Presentation to the Strichi couple at St Johns Church

Sydney reports a presentation to Mr and Mrs Strichi at St Johns Church yesterday by church members. A senior officer Dr Morris and banker Mr Etrickland discussed a possible diocesan representation with Mr John an executive member of the Perth Churches and World Council W.S.A. on New Year's Eve. Police report a separate incident of theft and a later medical treatment for Braund after a neck injury in a Roman Catholic orient.

St. Jonn'a Yeaterday FB. P. Etrick Sydney Bunday Ms Nsw Common Egeattn EB Morris Alwearth Bankstaft Etrickland John Pernt Nim Lamsarini World Council W.S.A Braund Roman Cathalic Orient Petral al Ttea Aaron Kain Raorine Braund Fir

Stolen Jewel Haul Recovered After Break-in

Jewellery worth 62.443 was stolen from Bruhane residence. Police recovered carvings and diamonds later identified as Burnsden property. Two youths were questioned at Briehane home and Nim faced theft charges in connection with the burglary.

Bribbane Dunday rom @ Bruhane At & Briehane Nim

ISPORT SOUGHT FOR U S RADIO STRIKE

ISPORT SOUGHT FOR U S RADIO STRIKE Foingeathte Co ae urged today. OF Bepenn Fiddle ori, president of the San PeeSere Sap ee port fre hiatinten's action Watoda sent to professional Radio Operators 'Unive, P

Foingeathte Co Ae Bepenn Fiddle Ori San PeeSere Sapeeport

Jerrabomberra Bridge Washed Away Again

Heavy floods washed away the Jerrabomberra bridge again on a weekend. Engineers will inspect damaged piers after a five foot rise in the stream. The burst of downpours and high runoff prompted continued patrols of rivers and maintained repairs to roads and crossings.

Jerrabomberra WB. Potts Department of Works VIC Canberra Mont

Work Volunteers Sought for Play Centre Centres

An organiser at the National Fitness Council Vacation Play Centres appeals for volunteers to supervise and assist at Wantake and Singston centres tomorrow morning. Ten supervisors are arranged to attend and will help distribute materials and run activities from 10.30 am to 12 noon, with free milk for children. A wet weather plan and book drive are also mentioned with local shops aiding in donations.

Volpnlori Wanttake Fond National Fitness CouciYa Achenne Romtere Pro Reas Weatridgre Turner Realdenta Ake AY Am Chile Soli B. Downes Aluale Ny Mina Monk Smith Uta Ag Jarvis Ing Mime Prisipe Ai” Rental Har Eis Niah Sport Depot Ity Boots Harayite Bingon

Marked Upswing in Canadian Immigration

Immigration to Canada in October showed a rise over the same month in 1946. The Immigration Branch released figures showing 9,941 arrivals for October against 740 in 1846, reflecting a significant uptick in the year.

Canada Department of Mine and Feewoureen Ollans

Abandoned Baby Named After Princess

A three week old baby girl found abandoned in Hurstville is reported to have attracted several offers of adoption. The Matron said that within 30 days a name will be chosen, with potential adopters from Canada and the United States showing interest. Police and home officials are tallying offers received today.

St Flurstville Scarbe United Bates Wainsalle Polive Ner

Fraser rails at arbitrary wartime fuel rules and official power

The speech critiques a government regulation on liquid fuel and wartime vegetation control, arguing it grants tyrannical power to officials. He contends the regime must be lawful and temper public controls with democratic conscience, warning arbitrary enforcement harms the state and individual rights.

Petral Vernes Orkes A.D. Pram Emuiion Comanstret Gov Ubsse Tim Fraser Yaare

Truck Escapade Ends in Police Chase and Arrests

Two youths allegedly stole a lorry and rammed a police car while fleeing through Balmain. Police pursued for about 10 miles at high speed before catching them. At Balmain Police Station the pair were charged with malicious damage to a police vehicle and theft.

Bydney Palier Pateraiam Tote Wolfe, Ply, Ltd Waa Don Is Balmain Img

Ninth Victim Of Paralysis In New Zealand

Reported in Auckland as another child dies from paralysis amid strict precautions to curb the disease. The outbreak has prompted public health measures and scrutiny of travel and isolation protocols among islands near New Zealand.

N.Z Reuters Auckland New Zealand Matim Apia

Order to destroy Alsation Doss Darwin Sunday

Northern Territory Administrator LMy ordered the destruction of all Alsation dogs and wtawrisa. Aviation reports a national affinity for dingges and when they mate the resulting progeny is destructive to farm ers.

Darwin Sunaay Northern Territory Lmy Deter

Legal Aid for Ex-Soldiers Aided by Bureau Across Australia

Sunday report notes the number of services provided to ex servicemen by the legal aid bureau throughout Australia in 1847. Dr. Ryvall disclosed that the advice covered twenty important matters including pension and revenue issues, repatriation, domestic problems, and financial concerns.

Avoney Lagat Ld Australia Rvatl

Thick grass halts erosion in the Australian Capital Territory

Fragmented text notes thick grass preventing erosion in the ACT with partial mentions of foot rot and other unclear fray details. The garbled OCR lacks coherent names, dates, or concrete outcomes, leaving an incomplete report on agricultural or environmental conditions.

Baltic Migrants Placed in Five States

The minister announced allocations of migrant workers to Germany and other regions, detailing quotas by state. Most are male workers for sectors like construction and quarrying, with reallocation planned after project completion in about eight weeks.

Enna Redt Tne Ta ‘Reur Alpnlll Vo Geman Germany Fain Inc Meenas Smal Thane

Increase in Motor Vehicles and Drivers

The report shows a steady rise in motor vehicles and licensed drivers over 29 months. December 1948 recorded 4,001 registered drivers and 3,087 cars, with 40 percent government owned and the remainder privately owned. Monthly totals list figures for each month, highlighting ongoing growth in registrations and licenses.

Thare Linences Cara Lorrien EB Wen

Floods Hit North West Tamworth Area

North West Tamworth and surrounding regions faced flooding as storms drenched the area. Thousands of acres were submerged and roads were washed out. Four children narrowly escaped serious harm after a tree branch gave way and the youths fell. rescue teams reached the scene as floodwaters rose.

Tamworth Sunasy ABC Nile Elng Bundarre

Postman Charged With Intent to Murder in Hardy’s Bay

A man is charged with wounding and intention to murder after an argument at Ralph’s name location. A rifle was alleged to be discharged. The suspect, William Kelph, 40, was remanded until January hearing in Gear Formport to sight.

Mandy, Boaford Robert Whliam Murray Wis Ure Ang Wiliam Soap Kelph Hardy's Bay Atd Ralph Jemar

Cor jam Chery announces router appointment in Be Luke's Concord

Fragmentary clipping reports Cor jam Chery and colleagues discussing a router appointment tied to HL Jonn's and Abe lev. Go. W. plans reference a temporary Dillon and Byway exchange. No clear date or full names are verified.

Tewae HL Jonn'a Venrehdescun Robertson Abelev Lydney Partadien Dillon Flack Luke's Concord

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