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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jan 16, 1948

Page

3

Manuka Northbourne clash at Northbourne Oval in crucial cricket match

Manuka leads Northbourne by points but Northbourne tax home ground advantage as both teams prepare for the principal match at Northbourne Oval. The season highlights include Cleary and Hourigan key for Northbourne while Manuka pace bowling led by Bruce Robin gains form. Subdistrict and B grade fixtures list games across Kingston Acton and Turner Hall among others. Women’s WWC A team to face Wer tangerra Sunday at Ainslie ground with all players asked to assemble by 1.30 pm.

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Ex-service group sails to Australia from San Francisco

The United States ex service group plans departure for Australia in 1944 under final arrangements. The fourth group to sail, largely consisting of older sevice members and families, anticipates New Year travel as inquiries flow from New York and Washington for applications, passports, and travel documents. An official cites about 2 tenths of farmers and 50,000 dollars per couple as estimated costs, noting readiness to work in Australia.

U.S Australia San Francisco Vonaulote New York Wmnth Audinerrc Antic Dolla

Miners Demand Pension Rise After Talks With Prime Minister

Miners pressed for higher pensions in a brief meeting with Prime Minister Chifley. Discussions touched on amendments to mine related laws and industry acts, with no immediate agreement reached as officials prepared to relay results to members.

Minera Mr Chifley Laila Contluxi Chifley Nent

Modern Day Train For Canberra 500

Four air conditioned passenger cars and a modern buffet are likely to be added to the Canberra Sydney run within six months, says Canberra Stationmaster Mr W Entlick. The new carriages will feature the most modern appliances and are expected to boost travel appeal.

Used Gun for Santa Claus Act Held on Bail

An Australian merchant, John Wallice Sutherland, was held on bail of 3,000 dollars in Aquada County Superior Court on a charge connected to using a gun in a robbery at a shop. He claimed he acted to steal money to repay a debt and support a boarding arrangement. Authorities reported he remained in custody after failing to raise the bail.

Oakland Seman John Wallice Sutherland Aquaeda County Iaitkhop Wiha Pieclined Orien

Finger Prints Out For Passports to China

In Nanking on Thursday reports say central agencies aided by Australia have reached an agreement to cancel fingerprinting requirements for passports of certain nationalities. The move affects Ubat 1 and related categories as officials note easing travel formalities.

China Nanking Thurada Aid Ubat 1 Australia

Move to establish Cominform branch in Sydney

The report notes a possible bid to set up a Cominform branch in Sydney. Observers monitor movements from Sydney Reds and Alt sang while Wingesing and the Partisan arrive. The Cominform is described with Belgrade headquarters and nine European and other countries in its orbit.

Sydney Commonwealth Taylan Duvers Suminform Comraunist-contentea Wre Belgrade Filgostavin

Flans To Hold Meat And Fuel Prices

Washington report notes immediate powers sought to freeze price levels for meat and fuel through extended periods. Indicated by a secretary and committee chair, the proposal faces a push for rapid action amid spring shortages and rationing concerns.

Washington Rudd Antine Arie Topeka Kansan Clinton Anderson Wwe

Women face rising venereal disease rates says director

The Director-General of Soeint Hy kiene reports a dangerous rise in venereal disease among women. Data shows about a quarter aged 16 to 20 and around one fifth under 20, with concerns over syphilis increasing despite overall declines. Public health officials urge screening and education.

Qydney Thurming Soeint Hykiene Cooper Bowth Monehail Ander Cooper Booth al- Mhaigh Kigres

Bowling notices and players listed for Canberra events

Local bowling notes list Gem Lott and Muh Baw representing Canberra Bowling Cube in the Federal championship at Canberra. They and others will compete in the district fair championship at Queanbeyan on January 20. Names such as Potter, Lott, Mont, SptEaivond, Leaner, Muto, Hulden, Mabshall and many more are noted for the A grade and weekly fixtures.

Gem Lott Agin Canberra Canberra Groona UIMG Potter Chak Boutkie Quean Vey Vetinant Amos Wuberta SptEaivond Leaner Muto Lott Hulden Hi Moyen Mabshall Bale Aduction Wetherly Wills Heyun Fomin Tay Maeney Harris Layafty D. Pry Nutt Beaumin Rogers

Livestock Auction Trends at Lemington Yard

Steady inquiry for 28 341 sheep and cattle sold at Lemington yards in Sydney. Quality was good with prime and ewe categories showing strong demand while prices remained near prior rates. Sellers faced generally stable to slightly firm quotes across prime sheep and cattle classes.

Sydney Thursay Lemington

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