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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 31, 1948
Page
2
Fragmentary wartime style notice mentions Australia and London figures, with garbled names and dates. It hints at a racing or transport incident tied to St Moritz and Olympic winter events, but the text remains unreadable and partial. entity density high with scattered proper nouns and places.
A Sydney court hears a man who says he was attacked by a woman and takes blame for the incident. The defendant explains his actions as a result of the assault and insists he did nothing to provoke a stronger response. The case outlines the exchanged words and a struggle, with testimony describing the sequence of events and the man’s belief that forced confrontation occurred.
An acting judge criticizes divorce court procedures as ineffective amid debate on reform. The discussion covers reducing waiting periods, undefended petitions, and proposals to abolish certain conjugal rights while evaluating petitioners' sincerity and the overall system's efficiency.
Readable fragments show New South Wales at 104 for one wicket in their Shield innings against Western Australia on a 66 minute session at Camp Wicket. Notable names include Keith Carmody, Ron fund, Lakeman, Cumming, O Dwyer, Miller with figures and overs listed.
The Canberra Rugby League considers forming up to five junior football competitions this season with sponsor support from Amalie and Cause why Rovers. A decision is expected at the Kamu annual meeting within weeks, as Nourished in CAiterra seeks revival hampered by past incidents. Officials named include MP Ask as patron, weighty and Re Boulewan as senior vice president, with P. Thornton as secretary and B. Mawkend deputy.
District football aims to introduce Canberra National Junior League play next Friday. Managers will apply for teams and be pinpointed on a Canberra map to determine district boundaries and timing.
In Coolangatta on Friday the Australian Workers Union secretarys argued to cover their own inability under the Arbitration Act. The Federal Secretary Mr Doigerty told the AWU conference that amendments to the act would remove wares from market control. He claimed many unions welcomed the act but warned against court and Labour Government attacks. A Commonwealth price control was debated with Mr Nicol stating it would be useless without power. He warned that without rent control prices would rise and development suffer, leaving property owners and tenants to face hardship.
A newborn body was found today on the rail between Hartley and Bell, five miles from Lithgow. It is believed an attempt was made to burn the child before it was thrown from a mail train early this morning. The case echoes the seven year old “biscuit baby” incident.
A C T cricket prospect for Manuka lists thin afternoon play with A grade names including Traynor Robertson F Quigg Flaherty Fakn Carpenter Baden Drayton Lonnt. Ii grade Parkers Newman Jowland Backhouse Lynch F D Roberts Moore G Drayton Bennett ODonaghue. C grade Blumenthal Mundy Traynor Chalker Hope Gill Bell Murphy Kaye.
A fragment discusses France devaluing the franc, IMF principles, and global currency concerns. Officials debate exchange rate policy, with mentions of the United Nations, United Nations agencies, and potential market instability amid uncertain currency stability and underproduction issues.
In Chicago on Friday the world welterweight champion Louis pummeled foe Lovie Foxworth over four rounds, delivering lethal punches. The repeated exchanges grew tense, with Foxworth briefly hurt in the third before recovery. Louis remained swift and controlled, showcasing advantage throughout the bout.
Caution urged on petrol handling amid warnings from NRACA about death risks from static sparks and air entering tanks. Experts note many motorists pour wrong, causing spills and dangerous fumes. correct method favors keeping the container raised, using a funnel, and preventing static buildup.
The HBA schedule predicts strong support for the pasture fed cattle section at Sydney exhibition with many new exhibitors. Officials note high average steer weights possibly over 1400 pounds. the cattle may be transferred to an appropriate class and extended entries beyond Monday pending special provisions for fat cattle.
The City Coroner Mr Hart voiced doubts over evidence in the Lindfield fur shop fire at Rabin’s store. Rabin admitted buying items without a receipt but denied black market involvement. The shop burnt unexpectedly while Rabin’s mother present. Rabin claimed purchases were ordinary.
The International Olympic Committee and International Hockey Federation confirmed that the United States amateur hockey team will represent the U.S. against Switzerland and others at the Winter Games. Delegates gathered as the opening ceremonies began with Swiss President promising world peace symbol during the event.
An undetermined number of people were killed or injured when a fire destroyed an Inn in St Albans Vermont. Fire Chief reported many rooms uncoupled and guests unable to escape via the elevator shaft as flames enveloped the building. Some victims were taken to a hospital for burns while others were reported missing.
The article alleges American tomato products were dumped on the Australian market via Melbourne exports. It claims 508000 crates were sent, with 104000 allocated to the Royal Navy, arguing Australia benefited from the old Navy setup and that the move was unsupported by policy officials.
An R A N engineer commander on the aircraft carrier Valley Worke died at sea after berthing at Pearl Harbour. Engineer-Commander A Vallatree, 45, from the LAN accompanied officers to study aircraft carrier operations with ILAN colleagues.
The Souler of Use Country Party leader My Paden claims 90 percent of used cars are on the black market and urges immediate investigation. He says Parliament would set detailed information on price control of secondhand cars since current controls are ineffective.
A fragmentary report indicates a wreckage found five miles from Kiandre near Ni al Mowetinkes. The object, described as a monoplane part, is tentatively linked to the Percival aircraft, with authorities awaiting clearer identification.
Major Findlay of Canberra has long served at Canberra Hospital since March 1943. He will travel overseas to England United States and Europe for specialized investigation and research. He will resume duties on return and sails on February 30.
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