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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 08, 1954
Page
6
A New York report describes the largest U S program testing experimental injections on animals for cancer. It notes no cancer cures in humans yet and cites a claimed 100 percent rate in animals, with mentions of tem ine and methamine derivatives and cervical cancer references.
The Canberra Swimming Club plans a transfer to the Olympic Pool with Jim Brophy stating the move and new facilities should be ready by November. Contracts are in place, construction includes pool and dressing rooms, and drainage work is underway with aims to boost membership and support interstate carnivals.
Three men Noel Murat Francin Pinkerton Konak Hewitt fled Wollongong jail by tearing a metal grate and were tracked through Maitland after a lengthy pursuit by police. They were cornered in Maitland and eventually arrested late at night, with officers questioning them about their escape and movements elsewhere. The trio, from Warrawong Banke de Street Vadervillii and Marrickville Conatabien PT, were recaptured following a dawn chase through High Street and surrounding areas.
A wharf labourer accused of fabricating a tax return for a fellow worker in 1963 appeared in court. The case involves falsified wife and child claims and relates to income tax evasion during the mid 1950s to 1968. The defendant pleaded guilty to charges at the Central Summons court with a prior warning.
A Megica-bound airliner pilot shot and killed a 12 year old boy at Cleveland airport just before takeoff. The pilot Captain William Bonnell claimed the boy threatened him with a pistol, which was later found empty. Police identified Raymund Kuchinmetater as the boy involved and noted both men intended to hitchhike to Mexico.
Sydney judge Curlewis Wadey bans airline steward Frederick Wenham Wan 34 from returning to Australia for three years after pleading guilty to a crime. Wenham Wan, a BOAC steward, will be expelled and disciplined by his employer.
Police in Paris ousted a shop selling a so called wonder drug amid reports it caused illness and death. Authorities say the drug was prescribed for various ailments but proved unsafe and was banned by the Ministry of Health.
A unclear report notes Karendi Brimsane to start in the Winter Handicap at the arena. It mentions a July 24 date and nearby events with other participants and organizers likely aiming to secure a winning position.
A 22 year old woman faced committal proceedings in Cahtehe Court on June 1 over allegations of indecent assault against a girl aged 15. The case involved Sergeant J Courtney and Senior Constable Ry Kennedy, with statements from McLob Day and others. Bail set at £100 with two sureties of £50 each. further hearing scheduled for August 11.
In Canberra Court yesterday magistrate Mr FC P Keane refused to renew a plan operators licence for Shoabert Io the present stage. The magistrate cited concerns about his competence as a driver after Georgeam J Courtney reported three prior DUI convictions, with the last on March 31 1083. An application by painter Thomas Alfred Kivoatten for restoration of his driving licence was granted despite past liquor charges.
English golfer leads early as Royal Birkdale hosts the Open. Notable performers include Max Faulkner and Doug Behl among qualifiers. Austrians and Argentinians vie, with amateurs and professionals in the field and a record low Open qualifying score set.
An 18 year old John Russ faced a fine after two officers of the 11 M.G.De aviment encountered him at fault in Weyen flor. The PMG stated the youth disputed the charge and a test of the incident is pending. The case centered on a missed reflector and a messenger’s absence from duty with the reflector missing.
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