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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 16, 1947
Page
6
Sydney reports seven workers appeared at the Central Summons Court for breach of the award. They were fined for refusing to work during shifts claiming machinery defects, but company evidence disputed the claims.
A fragment weighing nearly a pound was found by fishermen at Rocky Beach Spencer's Gulf. It ranks as the largest ambergris piece found in South Australia. About 12 years ago ambergris was worth its weight in gold and sought by perfume makers. today it is practically worthless due to synthetic fixing agents.
Launceston report notes MCC posting 341 for three with Hardstein and Compton adding 252 in 160 minutes for the unfinished fourth wicket partnership as rain interruptions affected play. Hutton started boldly but faded. Hardatoff and Compton forged rapid stands, with Hardataan recovering form and a potential spot in the English team for the fourth Test.
A discussion on a rest period for cricket tours emerges with statements attributed to figures including Soran Yardy and Major Howard. The proposal suggests a break during the Australian tour to reduce strain and protect players, with backing fromTasman authorities and the MCG vice captain.
Sydney report says Puffham, second favourite for the Challenge Stakes, was withdrawn due to an oversight. Trainer George Johnson explained Puffham was not in work and would have been withdrawn earlier if not for the oversight. Clipper, trained by Dan Lewin, finished fourth to Brazier Be up at Moorefield meeting. Rider shortages noted as Noe Medirovenle awaits a mount amid scratchings. McGrowdie won that year’s Anniversary on Grand Fil.
Veterinary surgeon E C N Wood Ley announced fertility results from a Werribee test last Sunday showing 160 per cent. The finding removes a key hurdle for American film magnate Louis B Mayer to buy the Australian champion Bernborough. The horse was bred with Lady Billabond and the test occurred in Mayer’s presence. Bernborough will depart Melbourne by boat on January 28 with trainer Harry Plant and attendant Ned Cullen.
The report outlines plans for a Canberra bike racing series amid St Patrick’s Day carnival talks and four ACT race meetings at Acton. It mentions professional NSW League of Wheelmen hopes, bookmakers rules, and potential racing improvements. It also notes Australian rules scouts for footballers, Canberra Gift prize prospects, and swimmer Alan Williams from the Canberra Naval Station excelling in Sydney.
Henry William Pearce a former international footballer faced a 20 pound fine after pleading guilty to receiving money from a market official as an inducement for favorable lobster purchases. The case notes Pearce had been linked to the fish market for two decades.
Washington Tuesday the Speaker of the House directs a preliminary audit of the office of Sergeant at Arms. The audit shows a 121,000 dollar cash shortage. The Sergeant at Arms office served as financial clearing house and banker for House members.
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