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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 01, 1947
Page
4
Auckland reports show the New Zealand team optimistic about the upcoming world tour. Assistant manager notes confidence in the squad and forwards, despite a few concerns about form and selection amid a heavy schedule.
Sparse readable fragments indicate a 1900s era notice about limited sugar supplies. The text mentions attic storage, a phrase about men and dates, but many words are unintelligible.
The Prime Minister Mr Chittey said he would continue the possibility of amending the Electoral Act to protect women in political parties. He noted the ALP federal executive asked for consideration, but deemed it impracticable.
A Taiping passenger, Cheriichenko, a Russian with no passport or landing papers, was not allowed to land on arrival in Sydney. He claimed to see documents onboard and wished to join his stepfather and mother, Mr and Mrs Pratt of Preston. Canberra arranged an identity check and he was later allowed to leave the ship after verification.
A large Canberra Rifle Club muster on Sunday ended with K White winning the trophy in a tense 600 yard event. Scores listed include J BMc with 4 B entries and Trepp winning RO grades. Practice begins Saturday with lifeman’s new year at 300 yards using aperture sights.
A world tour rugby squad for Canada is announced in Sydney with England and United States players included. Captain Wa Ailes listed as vice captain as Wain, Piper, Windsor and other forwards backs receive roles. Arnold named manager with John Noseda as secretary to the manager.
Only nine of a 18 man Black team left Cor Auckland by plane due to gale force winds. Eight were offloaded when the craft needed extra fuel, and the ninth, Vice-Captain Fred Mobi, had already been informed the trip would not go ahead. The group left behind will attend a meeting arranged by the Rugby Union for an announcement of the Australian Test team to tour Britain.
William Joseph Jackson and John Oliver, labourers from Bantiaie Hoater, were charged in Canberra with unlawful possession of goods suspected stolen from a Kingston hotel bar. Each man was fined £2 with four days in default. Both admitted prior petty theft convictions. arrest followed a raid on the Kingston hotel bar.
Victor Bell was discharged in Parramatta Court after his wife Joyce Winifred Bell demanded evidence. Police stated 2067 pounds had disappeared from a hiding place at the Bell home, with the charge citing theft from his wife.
Don Graham to England with a signed deal including a 1000 signing fee tax free and a marriage planned before departure. His wife will receive transport and return expenses covered. The move is linked to a Hunslet Club engagement and a routine tour in August with Austrian Test fixtures cited.
Norman Arthur Last, 98, a radio mechanic, was released on bond after pleading guilty to forging employer Charles Blade’s signature on a £2,000 cheque. Judge Markell warned against betting, while Slade’s leniency and willingness to re-employ Last helped his case.
Trading was dull with 2148 head of cattle on offer and buyers fair to weak. Prime wethers ranged 10 58/ to 41/ with lambs around 60. Prime cattle prices showed declines of up to 10 shillings. Beefs reached 38 for prime cattle and cows to 48 for prime cattle while hoggets touched 48.
Monday lottery No 1814 results list first prize 6017 Try Again Syndicate Mrs E Crawford 42 Berald Street Bonds Junction second prize 98088 The New Truck Syndicate B C Hermon 1 Bong Rong Street Kiama third prize S4K30 Family of Four Syndicate Mrs T Ross 50 Albert Crescent Burwood fourth prize S13 Brian Ferkuson 32 Belmore Road Lorn West Maitland fifth prize STARE We need W Syndicate A A Ah 23 Phunkett Street Bt Leotards lottery No 4515 will be drawn on ...
A Royal Commission in Sydney examined Parry’s ties to land deals near Canterbury. Parry claimed private discussions with the Commonwealth Actuary and Treasurer about land adjoining the Phoenix Estate. He said his purchases included three Canterbury parcels, with two part of the Gait Links Estate, and that his son-in-law bought the land via a company keeper Vincent Taylor.
In Canberra, two vases contain a trove of trap door spiders unearthed underground during a weekend dig. The specimens measure up to an inch with leg spans near two inches, collected by Mr Fy Atkinson of Braddon who sold some to doctors and students for up to 10 shillings per specimen.
Experimental tests at Beaufort house in Ainslie study prefab construction versus brick dwellings. The Beaufort home occupied since May was among several houses tested by the Department of Works and Housing. Findings show the Beaufort design heated more efficiently with a single fire and radiator, while brick homes warmed slower, with winter temperatures and insulation noted.
Faris Avenger, an nalder, captured the prix de Paria over 19 furlongs at Longchamp. Tourment appeared in contention while Ginfar faded. Avenger paid 840 to 10 for the win.
The ACT Executive reviews development of grass courts at Parliament House Canberra after digging and paving work begins. Officials expect two runes courts to be completed by next autumn as part of a plan to make Black Mountain area Canberra’s main sports arena. KC Carnal said the association seeks at least two usable courts for gatherings and demonstrations, but prior designs were deemed too expensive.
Sydney police remanded Thomas Napier aged 40 and Jona Rolton aged 28 on bail of £300 after they appeared in Newtown court today over a night motor accident. Both men failed to appear at the hearings.
Amid clamor in clothing shops, shoppers scramble for Z coupons as prices and demands collide. Crowds press at counters while officials consider reforms to ease the disruption.
Auckland reports Tasman Empire Airways plans to buy four Boeing Solent aging boats within 12 months at a cost of 61,000,000. It would be the largest aircraft in New Zealand civil aviation history. Government approval from Britain Australia and New Zealand is expected before the purchase is announced.
A historical notice reports barber shops planning price hikes effective soon. It details new rates for basic cuts, with senior and child discounts adjusted and guidance from the Prices Commissioner. The document cites expected increases across services and notes oversight by the Prices Branch.
A damaged clipping reports a large quantity of tomatoes deemed unfit for sale during a market day. The fragment mentions storage or handling issues but provides no clear details on location, time beyond Monday, or responsible authorities.
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