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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jan 07, 1949

Page

2

University Course For Industrial Nurses in Sydney

A new Commonwealth Health Department program will inaugurate a course of industrial nursing in Sydney aimed at improving worker health. Dr A J Metcalfe announced the plan and Federal authorities expressed interest in expanding nursing training through hospital facilities and sanitary probes.

Commonwealth Health Sydney A. J. Moteaffey Coutar Sinatry Hydesinedee Henitiy Aengiern Motel Halle Uwe Sienna Anyane Uwe Profosaian Min Metcalfe Avidin Pitts Ram

Stenhouse Declines Postponement of Bout

Report states Stenhouse will proceed with the scheduled boxing match despite a request to postpone. The bout location and opponent remain unclear due to garbled text but the manager is cited pressing ahead on the announced date.

Stenhouse

Opera concert date altered in Canberra area

The Canberra Musical Society awaits confirmation after an opera concert date was altered to February 14. Details remain unclear as planning notes refer to changes in the programme and tour expectations.

Memore Allan Opera Company Albert Hill Canberra Musical Society Wetniise Tho ViatLinge Magerk Wepecter Inelioge Itio Rco

New England University College Results Report

Results of the attawing examination announced by the New England University College SCIANCH of McKinnon William Atlan Canberra Chemiatey pan wiiney matiwenat ye Maenigal Peter Canberra Motang evudlt obvertubry dine Hinstint ualnoivatien pens mye sue SUTEXCE Minimal Anne Kathleen Canberra Genetics diatines mathematica pun eonlogy pans

Hingland University Colleges Scianch of Mckinnon William Atlan Canberral Chemiatey Pan Matiwenat Maenigal Peter

Rabbit pest blooms in ACT despite controls

The ACT faces rising rabbit pests with expanding populations despite control measures. Officials note ACT remains among the least affected districts compared with New South Wales, though denser numbers threaten crops and pasture. Wire-netting and barriers are emphasized. experts cite reduced hat usage and higher prices for rabbit skins as factors. Officials warn ongoing invasion across pastoral areas and ongoing measures to curb the spread.

A.C.T. Oi New South Wales A.C. Tecan Pt Tal

Booth Licence For Acton Bagel Shop Granted

An application for two booth licenses at Acton was granted by the magistrate with a proviso. If any objection is lodged by Friday the 14th, the licence would be at risk. The magistrate noted the application had not been submitted in order and warned no precedent. Police objected none and action would be issued if required by January 13.

Acton Tmmnisiatriate Canberra A. J. Paton Eplertt Tmnpector Redies Publianed

Surfer’s Dolphin Ride Stuns Crowd at Sea Club

At Cranulla Club, Brian Kean and Reg Dickman were riding boards when a dolphin surfaced nearby. One creature lifted Kean briefly, then dived as spectators watched in awe. Other club members were present, about 60 yards from the shore, in Sydney.

Sydney Crannulla Ifesayey Bhaeke Brian Kean InAwr Vhamplon Cranulla’ Club Kean Reg Dickman Wiother Club Ube Alorr Ina Echo Dolphing

Quodling Bus Fleet Expands to Ten Vehicles

The Quodling Bus Fleet increases to ten units including a 47 seat White passenger coach with a semi trailer 43ft long and 44 capacity, painted cream and green for New South Wales routes. The White will enter permanent service next Monday, expected to run five trips daily.

New South Wales Quadiing Broa

Cruelty Charge Over Exported Horses Upheld

Singapore officials report a sustained cruelty charge regarding exported horses from River Mitta to Singapore. Captain White testifies that horses were in poor condition on arrival and required health certificates. witnesses condemned loading practices and accommodations on board.

Bingapore White Hingapore Australia Mitta Singapore Orv Tutfell Armistant Euston Tafaellw Sydney

Three Killed in York Crash from Sky Flight

In Rio de Janeiro a British-South American airliner forced landed over Aunt Jonat of Brazil, 500 miles from Rio de Janeiro. Three were killed and others injured as crew and passengers received medical aid. reports indicate jet may have encountered issues during descent.

Rio DE Janfiro Brazil Rilo de Janeiro

Westlake Children Embrace Reading At Play Centre

Reported at Westlane play centre children show strong reading interest, outperforming peers at other centers. Daily activities include cricket and ball games, with attendance around 400 across Ainslie and Telopan Park, while MIT centers planned for next week.

Westlane Plas Auld Tharation Bravia Cailew Alntiery Abe Ainslie Telopan Parke

London Police Housing Shortage Blamed for Failures

The report quotes the Commissioner Harold Scott blaming a housing shortage for police recruitment and depleted strength. He argues underfunded housing and poor support hinder recruitment, affecting crime response and presence in London. The piece notes authorities dispute claims of widespread failure.

London Harold Scott

Sydney track hopes rise for Beach sprinter record

A 24 year old dental student from Beach Lloyd Je slouch arrived in Sydney confident he will run consistently in the Australian 100 yard events. He seeks a world record time of 9.5 for 100 yards and 19 2 for 200 meters. Herb McKenley plans to depart New York for Australia for a five week stay.

Sydney Lloyd Jeslouch Uwe Beach Joan Herb McKenley New York Australia

Cricket Family Heads North Coast Tour

A fragmented report outlines a cricket family traveling along the North Coast to watch and participate in matches. The piece mentions Sydney and Grafton with uncertain details about games, players, and dates, reflecting a light sports column tone.

YWCA Enrolments Open for Dressmaking and Milling Classes

YWCA notes enrolments for dressmaking and millinery classes at 7:30 pm starting next Tuesday. Members urged to attend and bring dressing er as wall Ainrt. Indies cricket team to meet at Limestone No. 3 ground Saturday at 1:30 pm. club activities and subscriptions mentioned. Overseas visitors at the hostel discussed. Commonwealth representation noted with Mise Whim reference.

Yw.ca Yw.c.a. Indies Limestone No. 3 Wen

Homebush Stock Sales Report From Sydney Market

Thursday market at Homebush saw supplies of sheep and tamba Pehoed from Flemington. Prices varied with heavy wethers and ewes selling at lower rates, while prime stock and bulls reached up to 22 pounds 10 shillings for prime steers. Overall competition was dull and values generally fell 20 to 40 percent on lighter weights.

Sydney Flemington Silegar

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