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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 21, 1947
Page
3
Sydney butchers resume business today as wholesale prices rise and meat supplies remain tight for about a week. Retailers expect higher costs to persist and may seek changes to current arrangements.
Several electricity blackouts hit Sydney suburbs as a breakdown at the Bunnerong powerhouse cut power. By moon, power was restored to all areas and a Sydney County Council meeting faced darkness with officials lighting their way.
The Daily Express reports a government coal cut of 38 percent will sharply affect the steel industry. Children aged up to 12 are invited to a Burrinjuck picnic with transport to Fhume Park as factory output costs rise. Sir Ailes Thomas warns factory closures possible and prices may rise to meet reduced allocations.
Applications invited from girls in the Territory for two scholarships to train as nursery, kindergarten, and teacher aides. Each of the first two years pays £120, third year £40, with paid employment during training. Eligibility includes age 16-25, Leaving Certificate, and good character. closing date with the recruitment notice.
Monday draw lists principal results with First Prize to Ital Prim Wo 50313 in the Black Eat syndicate led by Mr. Kee from Ardem Street Clovelly. Third prize to OA403 Lucky Least syndicate led by Mian W Watt from 10 Macian Street Kilare. Fourth prize to 4183 Broken Window syndicate led by Mrs. D RL Bil Wood. Lottery No 1445 to be drawn Wednesday.
A cricket bat signed by MCC members fetched about £53 at a Canberra event. Sergeant Ivey of the Canberra Police drew the raffle, with bidders including Cary dames of Torrene Street and Benita from Canberra Steam Laundry, amid a local charity drive.
A garbled recent report outlines four planned bouts involving Vic Patrick. Names mentioned include Eddie My Byaney and Fred Cochrane with dates in February and March, plus other fighters like O’Neill Bell and Tommy Burne. The article hints at a London show with multiple matchups and potential arrivals.
In Sydney on a recent date William Stephen Bohs of Realyn Gardeny was charged with attempting to export diamonds and diamond dust valued at £4,700 via a plane. Two metal wheels seized by customs were said to contain the gems, and Bombe, allowed to board, was intercepted at Darwin. The case was heard in the Special Federal Court.
Melbourne Monday. Bre Dorie Blackburn MP vows to press for an inquiry into the use of Central Australia for rocket tests. She says she has letters from more than 100 organisations protesting the plan and opposing Aboriginal reserves being used for the tests.
Local retailers complain of inadequate tobacco supplies for smokers in the district. Fruit picker crews from Shenparton and nearby regions are said to leave the area, with about 800 workers noted as handling most fruit picking in the district.
Classified help wanted notices request staff for Victor's Cafe Kingston and a freelance position at Ho bart Avenue Worrest. One mank late shift offered. apply in person at the listed locations.
Commonwealth of Australia advertisements invite applications for multiple laboratory assistant roles and one retrieval assistant at the Australian Institute of Anatomy Canberra Canterra. Salaries range from 114 to 172 per annum with wing allowance. Prefer candidates in science subjects and those who passed the Leaving Certificate. Applications must include full birth details and be addressed to the Director. Closing January 1.
Classified fragment seeks working typewriter offering cash. Also requests furniture antiques stoves sewing machines refrigerators blinds vacuum cleaners and more. Contact Timon Onice Canberra and Kingston areas with reward details. Retail notes mention Bell, McKenzie and Cox's News Agency. phone numbers and locations given in error-riddled text.
A fragmentary notice from Canberra seeking a Fargo utility item as exchange for a Tre model car and offering a room or apartment for a permanently housed young married couple. Respond to Tourist Burest.
Notices from Canberra community groups including Lodge No 125 meeting details and reports. Department of the Interior scholarship notices inviting applicants in the Australian Capital Territory. Transnational travel fare announcements from TAA advertising Canberra air routes to Sydney Melbourne Brisbane Hobart Adelaide and Perth with contact details.
Reports from Canberra warn grasshoppers becoming a major problem as swarms attack northern suburbs. Residents fear large infestations will spread and damage crops and vegetation within days amid ongoing drought conditions and local efforts to control the outbreak.
E Hopper, veteran of war service, won £20000 at a Perth race meeting. The report notes Hopper’s recent trip and strong finish, with fellow riders Merecone and Lattfae among the contenders. The article highlights Hopper’s achievement in the local betting ring and marks a notable comeback in racing.
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