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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 25, 1947
Page
4
The item argues that advances in textile care and modern technology will end the need for washing tubs, laundries, and even the old washboard. It extols steam and dry cleaning methods as superior solutions, claiming detergents remove hidden odors and grime, offering relief to housewives and a modern lifestyle.
Australia’s top juniors Gedgman and Worthington defeated Davis Cup squad players Brodie and Long straight sets to highlight the championships. Bromwich with Ke Guin defeated Brown and Sidwell in doubles. Worthington and Bedgman beat Lang and Brodie, while Lang and Bolton triumphed in mixed doubles.
A Bowral BSL sub-branch party of 40 will visit Canberra to meet local diggers. They arrive 10 16 am welcomed by Deancr members, tour War Memorial and other sites, lunch at Services Club Manuka, bowls at Forrest and cricket at Old Park, with a 6 20 pm gathering at the Services Club.
Fragmentary Melbourne caption notes about Jewish migrants and Australians. Mentions figures and places in unclear wording. Readable portions reference migrants and policy stance amid scattered names and dates without full context.
In Adelaide MCC built a steady partnership with Wad top scoring 18 and a late stand taking the score to BRL before a collapse as Prokens and others fell. Dooland troubled batsmen repeatedly, Hutton reached 8 at 83 minutes, Fishlock added 10 in 38, Mutton 107 minutes for 15, Langridge and others contributed as Australia’s bowling marshalled by Maple. Webs 9/44 led the bowling for the day.
Racing card with numerous handicap names and entries. Listed are horses such as Winged Yoriste and Faremont with multiple handicaps at venues like Haymarket Sleamere and Poona. Many fragmented entries include Right Royel Tim Tiger and Banner atte with Queen of the Fairies in a crowdedtitel listing.
Johnston starred for New South Wales against an unbeaten Victoria side in a high scoring game. Victoria posted 250, with Hadeett hitting 190 and Touré contributing. NSW reached 63 for no wickets at stumps. Bowlers Lindwall Lush and Pettiford claimed multiple wickets in the Victoria innings.
In Sydney on February 1 a bold offer emerges for Ike Williams as promoter Patrick promises a world lightweight title bout. Authorities note the plan hinges on securing a guaranteed purse and the noted bout would feature Williams defending the crown against Patrice.
Northbourne Oval hosts social cricket with Northbourne teams listed for Monday at 10 2m. Amalie Rootbay faces Mastlake Footimil Clap for the annual trophy at Mortheline, with Amalie team members H Gaylnd G Stevens RU Mulligan RB B Puller Torrence Jeames Rachen Mackhouse and others.
A garbled Beiey of Came sherrs page presents a seventh funval meeting report praising new stamps. The readable portions note progress in membership, a display by Mr Wats Jubilee, and various displays and patrons. May 8 references and December 13 display details appear, with discussions on inter national topics and future exhibitions.
The draw for tonight’s Queanteyan Showground greyhound meeting lists Canberra stalles in 4th Division and Indigo Sia with Postage and Sionge among entries. Other runners include Speed ees, Diane a 45 p.m. yards, Ala n Malden Stalles, and prominent Canberra stakes contenders like Exile fier ot and Our Flyer.
An official report states four new vehicles for the Canberra transport branch arrived yesterday. The lot covers cars, utility vans, and heavy ferries, aimed at replacing dilapidated fleet. A separate order for 18 buses remains under consideration, with completion hoped by month end.
Melbourne Friday reports British printers will publish and distribute books in Australia. An Englishman named Lange fund has arrived from London to act as general manager for the Australian Branch, signaling a new era for local publishing.
Owing to dissatisfaction over the Texan charged for batting no bookmakers will operate at Victoria Park to-morrow or Monday as negotiations between clubs and players broke down today.
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