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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jan 20, 1947

Page

3

Swimming Records Go In National Titles

Sydney report on national swimming titles highlights Frank O Neill dominating NSW 110 yards event at North Sydney with a NSW record in clocking. Warren Boyd of Manly placed second and others from Palmyra and Western Australia noted in coverage.

Sydney Frank O'Neill Annen Nsw North Sydney Warren Boyd Manly Eecind Doknasa Pal Meooh Susay Wan O'Neill Rf. Sa W. Cameron F. Hooper Australien Garvid Agnew Raii Percy Livers Fred Taie Irda Bingleton

Hamilton Dominates Ring Victory Despite Delay

In a Sunday ring event at Maloun Stadium Hamilton posted a decisive win after a brief delay that did not affect the outcome. Red Lobley and Sydmy staged notable rallies with 9.9 and 12 round performances while Baters challenged, but the match concluded with Hamilton firmly ahead and the referee declaring the winner after a key hold.

Regord Club Membership Update Faces Financial Strain

The Canberra Amateur Swimming Club reports arrears of 234 with 3 auxiliary officials and 123 juniors affected. Details list numerous race times and placements across events aged from 5 to 11 years, highlighting ongoing participation and a range of performances in sprint and relay heats.

Canberra Thia Senton Calllten Beverley Biavonia

Eden Monaro Tennis Tournament Returns After Nine Years

The reopening of the Eden Monaro Annual Open Tennis Championship gathers players from ACT regions including Forbes, Yass, Goulburn and Berridale. Notables named include J Hocavert and Wint Bery Hobbs as organizers anticipate strong local support and a fresh slate of matches.

Eden Monaro Kien-Monaro Quoniibayun Orhaw Wilketed J. Hocavert BR. Metariy Wint Bery Hobbs Woon Vhtanapns Ar Toaning ACT Stam Forbes Yass Goulburn Xouth Berridale B.béCurthy Malawi Siigtes Rain of Quewneyan Ommeintn Vehiclal Sateility Wall

Royal Canberra Club Golf Result Archaic Report

Watlank won the A grade by the silver trophy during a Toya Caylerre event at Royal Canberra Club. The report lists players such as Lup and Richard with various scores and placements, noting dates around May and September with several placeholders and unclear names.

Watlank Toya Caylerre Sbirlny Richard Dever

Team To Meet MCC In Adelaide Coverage Glitches

Fragmentary text mentions a team preparing to face MCC in Adelaide with names such as Meaney and Wind W. Rete, alluding to cricket or related sport. The readable portions are unclear and mixed with garbled OCR, but reference to a scheduled meeting against MCC stands out amid the damaged lines.

Aueland Suniay Sauil Australis Adelaide W. Rete Pia Forte Stioud

Premiership Playoff Shuffle Drives Canberra City Stakes

Canberra City edged toward the premiership with a narrow win over Queanbeyan as the season neared a climactic playoff. Goulburn and other clubs remained in contention while weathered by errors and mixed form ahead of the decisive bout.

City Pennant Wins in Grade Four Football Pennant

City secures 4A-4AT grade pennant in Federal Pleetsict Rowing Assi. Wid defeated Canulbnra and Queanbeyan others in a tense event. Contenders from Canberra Goulburn and Warwick displayed strong form as City clinched the title with key wins and standout performances from Mune Heyes Marshall and Walker.

Panberra Yasr Detalles Pullars Collingham Cleaver Dee Dwyer Lynil Dudheston Grice Mune Heyes Marshall Cookey McLean Buchanan Shigway Brenway Mekkiniatry Wilson Magy Cowan Walker Hickey Holton Haya Ale Elrington Wanker Moore Teobertson Twinty Canberra USA Grail Pormant Assi Eatin Cunbeyta Canulbnra Canmerien Uoueroin Deliltz Wallace Cau Tene Styvana Chile Morris Fiber Dashienniam Henry Raylorie Sith Marwbalinhi Caeyjon Tramp Pow Joberte Mitchell Joyce Hi FE Fimith Caldivell Ackwon Firooke Roberkron Ghertham Cowie Lave Maryham Y Buncer Brundieast Brown Bus Goutham Olpatain

Canberra Club Dominates Round of Federal Dist. Meet

Canberra Club leads in a crowded event with notable performances by Vireo Turner and others. Strong swimmers and runners show in early trials, with setups for upcoming heats as Banjo, Perrin, and Binon post impressive times.

F.D.A Canverna Hederat Bours Shamplinshin Canberra Vireo Turner Fim Grams Kchnvley Heyon Beati Bales Tina Awl Galil Queanbeyan Uresh Nous

Four Charged in Drunken Driving Party Incident

Four individuals face charges after a drunken driving incident at a party. A baby present with an unrelated adult sparked further investigation. One person is accused of assaulting two police officers while another faces alleged driving while intoxicated.

Ce May Wan Nee Uigent Woo Ander Jintitenes Wigner Fhgeeont Langnare

Skeleton May Solve Teacher's Disappearance

Fragmentary notes suggest a possible link to a missing teacher in Young. The skeleton and nearby items at Whipcord Ait, plus a hat, spur renewed identification efforts for William Grange Jonen or William Frederick Bourne. Police retain caution as details remain unclear.

Sydnay Polley P'Akeleton Twnant

Labour party stance on death penalty disputed in state debate

Fragmentary text shows Labour not repealing the death sentence amid a political clash over crime, justice policy, and executive power. References mention a child injury from a tree fall and allegations of party positions on legal penalties, with scattered names and places indicating a broad public debate in New South Wales and Tasmania.

Rydney Bunday A. Ng Flinders Way Repukeoman Jamid Jen Tasmania Pirat

Local woman favored for police post after interstate applicants

A local woman is preferred for a police post amid applications from out of state. The candidate, a former military service member with child welfare knowledge, has years of police experience and fits the role's requirements. The chief hopes an ideal candidate is found despite the lack of interstate lodging for nonresident applicants.

Svepeal Ube Pasion Na Fhe A. Hut Renight Wa Tert Ghat A.mramiber Ine Tenaing Bus Afaia Graphone Pravent Eaperienice Cunberrs Pullee

Children Picnic at Burrinjuck Dam

A one day picnic for children over 12 years will depart Canberra by the Canberra Tourist Bureau at 9 40 am. The outing is organized by PACA and YWCA with activities planned including swimming boating and running events under instructors from YM L A and WMCA. Tickets and details available through local MCA and PWAS Unit. bring lunch.

Afar Punch YWLA C Wa Amith PWAS MCA

Police Close Watch on “Blow-Ins” in Canberra Crowd

Canberra police maintain a watchful eye on a disruptive group labeled blow-ins as they pass through the city. Reports describe attempts to calm the situation, with officers using authority to quell drunkenness and unruly behavior amid a tense court session in the Canberra Court of Allied Session.

Canberra Polien Canierra Bydney

Canberra Car Hiring Boom Faces Policy Clampdown

An unclear report notes growing multiple car hiring in the ACT and New South Wales area. It cites possible regulatory rulings and government ministers weighing licensing limits to curb the rise. The piece mentions national security and interim measures but provides few concrete details or dates.

Mulan Plug Fergtta- Cli Bo Ennaerce Petro Tywaw New South Wales Pire Ewsietean Fine Nave ROM Vine Wuiley Resson Tania Ani Live Rigevinnwey Ue Ministey

Creme Charms and Vintage Perfume Echo a Century Later

Fragmentary ad style text evokes long lasting beauty myths. References to “Creme Charms” and a scented product promise protection from weariness and aging. Repeated phrases hint at a forgotten brand claiming enduring effect across a hundred years.

Creme Charmosan Skin Remedy Advertised Boldly

An OCR fragment promotes Creme Charmosan for skin care with bold claims and references to products like CHARMOSAN POWDER. The text mentions tubes, bolts, and widespread availability but lacks clear context or dates. Entities include CHARMOSAN and mentions of cosmetics terms.

Mutiny of the Toove Union to meet at Tradne Hall

The monthly mutiny of the Toove Union is set for 10 at Tradne Hall Acton tonight Monday January 20. Nominations for President Vice President Treasurer Secretary and Credential Committee close February 1 with Mr J OBrien. Members eligible to vote must be financial by January BY 1947.

Reneral Mutiny of the Toove Union Tradne Hall Acton Memday OH Pub Horley Eith J. O'Brien Merctiersang Trades VOB Thompsos Inex Ebay

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