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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 07, 1948
Page
2
The notice invites entries for an annual competition at Capitol Theatres Canberra. It details eligibility ages 8 and up, entry format with titles, no prize, and rules on submission timing, marking, and judging by the Canberra Photographic Society committee.
The Canberra Times discusses the urgent Greek crisis and the UN veto issues. It argues that swift military support to Greece is vital, warning that inaction could threaten world peace and expose UN members to criticism for not standing firm. Australia is noted as a key observer in the unfolding tense scrimmage.
Fragmented OCR reports two additional suspects in the N.G. timber case. Names like Simon Raames and others appear garbled, with forged signatures and internal adire notes. The court and officials note forged documents and possible identity questions remain unresolved.
Washington and London discuss a Russian proposal amid signs of compromise in Far Eastern treaty talks. Officials say the Chinese note and a new Russian plan may shape the US reply as Beijing favors broader involvement while Pacific paths remain contentious.
The article notes no major cut in government staff is expected as wartime duties persist. Employment remains around 160,000 with departments winding down only gradually. Even as some public servants are dispensed with, other defense and works joining projects will need staff.
Weather data from the meteorological station reports fine and cloudy periods with variable winds. The southeast district forecast calls for cool conditions with showers ongoing and cooler air, while rainfall totals over the past 26 hours show Kiandra at 48 and Cooma near 30.
The Canberra Aero Club struggles amid poor flying weather restricting activity to about 50 flights per month. Four of 18 qualified pilots recently joined the club, with two women among the remaining pilots, as members prepare for recreation flights.
About 1150 Canberra children attend first day of vacation play centres amid planned art crafts sports and community singing. Supervisors report good weather and dedicated parents, with centres offering draughts, checkers, table tennis and folk dancing as main activities and materials supplied for three weeks.
In Sydney on a Tuesday an undefended divorce list before Acting Justice Malnbov heard 30 cases nine minutes apart. Ten petitions were granted, one case stood over, and most other actions delayed to tomorrow as the judge noted training demands.
Report discusses a Geneva agreement affecting trade and currency stability. It references Australia’s import reductions and balance of payments impacts, mentioning officials and factory interests. The text notes possible policy shifts if dollars and petrol costs influence manufacturing and imports, with parliamentary timing indicated.
Commonwealth authorities discuss how large a share of scarce commodities like cement woollen materials and other exports can be set aside for dollar export without harming domestic supply. The cabinet is expected to review currency conditions on Monday as wheat and other exports fetch sales in Switzerland the Philippines and a few other markets.
Army selection list from New South Wales Victoria South Australia and Western Australia reveals 19 applicants for the four year course at the Royal Military College Duntroon with names including Crowe Kirkland Brith Roberta Moloney McDonald Johnson Nicholas Bouseheld and Richards. Public service nomination results from late 1947 set further entries to be announced.
The coroner opened an inquest into the death of Erte Hugh Harvie in Canberra on December 17. The Canberra Community Hospital staff and dental assistant were involved as details emerged from the scene and subsequent medical treatment. The inquest was adjourned until January.
Bradman leads with a high test average. text notes Don Bradman and India players, listing overall averages and a forthcoming Test game schedule. Mentions overall average 326.37 and funds from the Third Test totaling about £16083 with Indians receiving around £7200. Some lines refer to future matches and expenses of about £4000.
Wool exports from Australia in the five months to November 1947 fell to 747, bales valued at £58,803,000, a drop from 1945 levels. United States shipments dropped to 122,18 bales worth £6,007,000, while United Kingdom exports rose to 301,276 bales worth £60,000,000, with overall trade showing a sharp shift in volumes and value.
A record entry was received for the Country Week Bowls event starting February 18. The NAW Rowing Association secretary M. C. C. Brotrt Vial reported 14 players in the fours and 1,340 palre and Zak in the sloglea.
Exam results show Canberra students achieving passes in mathematics and science at the Armadale institution. Names, dates, and further scores are not fully legible in the fragment.
Banberra City A and B teams set to face Goulburn on Sunday with A team also meeting Braddon. A squad includes Yawcett Mitchell Turner Styles Orlmthe Clim ex Howe Cooper HM Braith Mom Grooms Law Clarke Lamb Brack. B team lists Rowand Johnson Chee foyve Bradstaw Tickner Love Cancenter Wedlac ED uaith. senior players include rcberta Gilbert Alder A Smith. Rowing events feature Murphy Cartidge Joyce Lancaster Mona Law Rowland Ride Hearne Clarke Long Colthears.
Arthur Andrew Bend, 47, a hotel steward, was further remanded at the Central Court on Monday regarding the murder of Annie Kathleen Buurrock at the Burlington Hotel Haymarket. Fire Police Prosecutor Bergewnt Glover said the inquest had been fixed for January 23 and Mr Rawking, M., Tetuwed bull, attended the hearing.
Fragmentary OCR shows tentative note that Roxas, acting as Philippines president, will sign an air agreement tomorrow. The snippet mentions a British minister and a formal meeting context in Manila. Details are incomplete but indicate diplomatic arrangements between the Philippines and Britain.
Sydney reports Crawford was defeated in a seaside singles event with scores near 97 2.5. Mary Bevin defeated Pat, while Jonnatane of Linton Cup fame beat Rae. Adelaide notes a series of local matches in South Australia with health concerns mentioned.
A garbled report from a trotting conference discusses the totalisator system, its potential effects on betting, and proposed rules. It notes concerns about evading numbers, benefits to certain bettors, and calls for clearer regulations on coupling and payout practices. The analysis mentions sick-day measures, racing integrity, and proposed prohibitions on questionable practices.
Coroner reports death by overdose of tablets in a case heard Saturday. Deceased, living with her mother, obtained a bottle of 190 tablets. testimony describes ingestion and later collapse. Family statements and medical examiners note intoxication and self-harm as cause. the scene and belief of others point to accidental or intentional ingestion.
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