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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 22, 1948
Page
5
A confused and damaged report describes Marwood and crew struggles in a gale off Namaqualand near Gibraltar. The vessel Yor Carillon and a Spitfire action are mentioned while a rescue and abandoned ship themes surface amid chaotic details.
An adjusted calendar lists racing dates across Adaminaby, Queanbeyan, Coot, Bigga, and Canberra. Notable meetings include January 24 Adaminaby, February 7 Abajora Cree, February 23 Queanbeyan, March 13 Canberra, March 30 Bind, April 10 Bigga, April 14 Yune, April 17 Digger's Cup Canberra, and April 24 Queanbeyan.
Advert shows Dr Morse's Indian Root Pills praised for relief of indigestion and stomach issues. It claims broad popularity and constant availability at all times, with emphasis on rapid, reliable results for various household ailments.
A Sydney based dispute features Admiral Blanty arguing against atomic bomb use and medical claims tied to cancer cures. The discussion notes the Bikini tests and a proposed clinic, while Dr. Morris stresses scientific limits and wartime context.
A garbled notice from Kingston lists special bus wavering routes and times. It mentions Northbound and Southbound services with departures from Civic Centre and Kingstown near the railway station. Contact J. Wats Cunningham at Kingston for booking and schedule inquiries.
Fragmented reading shows hotel and service positions including cook and gardener roles. Listings reference Hotel Kingston and Hotel Civis with contact at Mitchell filet and 39 Tennyson Crescent, Por Pest.
In the Supreme Court of the Australian Capital Territory Probate Jurisdiction an application is to be made within 28 days from publication for probate of the will of Mary Jane Ready late of Canberra widow deceased. The will was proved by Patrick Meody and Mary Stapleton. Notices to contest must be served at the address of CW. Davies & IL G. Bailey, solicitors, London Circuit City, Canberra.
Public notice from the Supreme Court of the Australian Capital Territory Probate Jurisdiction states that probate of the will of Harold Morris Johnson is to be applied for fourteen days after publication. Flor ence Thwaites Johnson is named as executrix. Readers with objections must forward details to the undersigned within the required period.
New and intending members welcomed as the Pyeuc Fore wim nie Caserrival hosts an annual meeting at Fort Vale Polo Club on Friday January 28. Election of officers and general business to follow. 1948 clips available.
Crofton Edward Barnes, 26, held at Long Bay gaol, turned himself in after 10 days. He appeared at Central Court in Sydney with bail set, and psychiatrists from Sydney University were to review his case as legal proceedings continue.
The Department of Immigration informed Mrs. Ernest Goulding (nee Gwenda Yee) that her romance with Australian En eat Goulding created interest, allowing her to remain in Australia for another 12 months. The couple has a son and has arranged long term immigration with 12 months based on authorities' decision.
Haymin June McDuald, 27, of Waterloo, was sentenced to three months hard labor in the Hedfer Court for unlawfully assaulting his wife Dorin Elizabeth McDonald. The case states he knocked her down and kicked her during an argument. McDonald received additional time in a separate sentence for a prior assault.
Firefighters battled a ship fire at Mort's Dock on an afternoon in Sydney. Several men inhaled fumes and were briefly affected but quickly recovered. no serious damage occurred to the vessel under repair. The blaze occurred in No 2 warehouse area and was contained by the Whitehall brigade.
Four men accused of criminally assaulting two others at North Brighton were refused bail by St Beavers Court today. Thomas Gray, 20, and Agmur Haginald Davy, 22, were remanded to January 22. Two other alleged participants appeared yesterday and were remanded to January 7.
Report from Melbourne indicates IG Mining plans to establish new smelting facilities in Australia. Officials from Bo CorporBion Ltd and New Broken Hill Conglomerate aim to expand industrial capacity, citing local manpower and supply permits as key requirements. The Financial Times notes the decision follows government and industry talks on mineral processing expansion.
Fragmented text indicates NSW swimmers in title event with names like Mian leggy lsrophys and Mies Brophy. Invites mentioned for Foreeden Bow and Sydney cay Fetiaury with references to stroke championships and Avetrane in Bebirmary, but details are unclear.
In Sydney a practice report notes 440 yards record holder Jummienn Herb McKenney running 220 yards in 22.2 seconds at the Universal Oval. Sprint observer Jimmy Carlton predicted McKenley could threaten Australian records at Melbourne though the report calls him the speediest starter yet seen.
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