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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jan 14, 1949

Page

2

Nylon Socks for Men Soon in America

A fragmented 1920s report notes nylon socks for men being produced in America. It mentions Mr Norman Toutley as general manager of Bong's Industries and describes development and shipment details from Europe and England, with uncertain dates and places.

Sydney Thurming Son Ameren Norman Toutley Moutley Bong's Industries Utanidiasion Rymney Akys “Muaater Europe England Arne Aloe

Brutal attack case heard in Paddington Court

A trial at Paddington Court heard a man accused of an assault at Daringhurst Quarter on February 2. Alfred Hutchin, Bernard Monaghan, and others were said to have been struck as they lay unconscious, with medical evidence noting injuries. Mayenwin of Mustings Parade faces the charges and linked witnesses described the incident.

Sydney Tuurwlay Witnoga Mayenwin Alfred Kugar Hutchin Bernard Monaghan Mtonnehart

Young Basher Trial For Armed Robbery

Two young men face trial for armed assault and robbery after allegedly holding up a middle woman with a gun, binding and gagging her, and stealing 887. They were arrested December 10 and confessed, with one referencing sedatives. The attack occurred at Livy May Kern’s flower shop on Hunter Street in Sydney.

Rydney Barhed Nee Atole Leial Gentral Court Tutechiew Fagan Pop Michael Ryan Sid Parcy Amen Campbell Bho Fagan Wiethin Livy May Kern Hunter Street Aydney Mien Campbell Bern

Used Cars Kingston Listing F737 F723 After Hours

Kingston page notice lists used car lot at Cunningham Street near Halfway Station with F737 and F723 model tags and after hours access details.

Cunningham ST Kingston Halfway Station

Parr Remanded After Sister-in-Law Murder Charge

Lealie Frederick Parr, 28, remained in custody at Mere, facing murder charges in the death of Mrs. Millsmith near Hillaton. Witnesses described Parr’s confession and a brutal struggle at the hospital fence, with clothing and a white shirt presented in court as evidence.

Hilaton Lealie Frederick Parr Abearer Millan Maron Parr Mere Mra Kiley “Aman Biometreet Mills Hjurien Laalle Frederick Shure Uae Ini Shearer Hillatnn Meamith Wy Toll Narreandera Aid Phynia Parr Mra Amith Leaile Frederick Parr Ina Rowse Orn Toll Parrister Purr Rosa Tia

No Labour to Unload Potatoes

Sydney reports tension at the waterfront over potato unloading as the Port Committee prioritizes other cargo. The Nyakuta vessel arrived with 4,700 bags and is to carry dispatch materials including timber and cement. Local observers note labor disputes delaying distribution and city officials push for orderly unloading.

Sydney Neakuta

Attractiveness to Foot Runners Sparks Canberra Gift Inquiry

The text notes strong interest from foot runners in a Canberra Gift event with over 80 inquirers. It mentions a prize draw, a winner to be chosen from entrants, and references to the event setup and heats.

Austral Canberra

Missing Women Search Underway Near Springwood District

Police and volunteers comb rough country in the Apringwood area for three elderly women. A search party formed near the Aprinewood Hotel around 2:20 pm with officers from Penrith and Springwood aided by local volunteers at the scene.

Sydney Apringwood Orentat Aprinewood Penrith Springwood

Railway Officers Disown Attack On Commissioner

Railway officers reject an attack on the commissioner and condemn the actions of a local railway association sub-branch claim. They say the council’s decision and the ensuing conduct incited further hostility toward the commissioner and railway men.

Poisoned fruit scare hits Wagga during cyanide warning

A cyanide contamination scare swirled through Wagga as a failway carriage was said to have distributed tainted fruit. Police reported no confirmed cases and no suspected poisonings, while officials warned customers to heed safety notices. The acting Chief Pure Food Inspector noted a potential offense connected to food freight in cyanide rumors.

Wagga Wage Wage General Store and R'house-terfonse W. Madgwick

Hair worm blamed for sheep losses in ACT

Canberra reports point to a hair worm causing sheep losses in the Australian Capital Territory after a mild shower period. A Canberra veterinarian notes the worm attacks grazing flocks quickly and recommends preventive drenches and supplements to feed to curb infections.

Act Toni Canberra Atria

Scout Notes From Canberra Camp and Jambooree

Scout notes report Canberra District jamboree in Park Victoria and a Pan-Pacific jamboree trip listing participants from West Metropolitan Blue Mountains and Canterbur y. Details include troop leaders A HP Simpson Jack Israel and May 1 camp plans with Benior Rcouts and Alan Ray coordinating.

Cuba Jenson Freestyle Landes Ing Ay Sands Yeurai Reneue Aldig Oper Ays Exroien Tray Rave Nivina Amy Cubsmaaters A Boyle Naiaeiet Amlermon Sali Thy Lee Royatian Vinit Canberra Park Victoria Flea Canbern Manan Consit Aeouth West Metropolitan Blue Mountaine Scarla Reece HP Simpson Uwe Clarke Benior Barnard Alan Ray Jack Israel London Job

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