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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 18, 1947
Page
2
A garbled historical OCR fragment discusses a grae at leant and appticat Lunas with unclear references. It mentions people possibly rushing and Bret, but the overall meaning is obscured and specifics are indeterminate.
The Canberra tennis club infrastructure details a junior program and social events. Secretary Samal and Clive Mompeon will act as team manager for a match against Sutton scheduled for early August.
Roland Poster Prabes Chor OP St Christopher's staged a missa matriarchis at Untatoghere Church in Canberra. The 30+ Canberra vocalists led by choirmaster A G Melichar performed Lorenas Parval’s revered work with Jaime Mary Watson at the organ and the Governor-General praising the choir’s rendition.
Coroner and Dr Wyndham discussed the death of Lieut Henry William, whose body showed large surgical forceps. They examined evidence of possible accidental insertion during an operation. Sergeant Balmer assisted the coroner. Final statements questioned how the instruments arrived in the alimentary tract.
In Chicago, Tony Zale falls to Rocky Graziano by technical knockout in the sixth round after a punishing battle. Graziano, bleeding from a left-eye wound, mounts a late charge to overpower Zale as the crowd roars. attendance listed at 18,547 with gate around 415,128 dollars.
Fragmented OCR text suggests a campaign with planned events and railway or air travel mentions. Key entities appear garbled but indicate political activity and transportation logistics affecting engagement across multiple areas.
Frederick Alan Lush told the inquiry he did not think officers should be influenced by a vendor’s selling price before visiting Value land though it would be wrong to factor it in. Wallace Pooley, secretary of the Co operative Building Society, testified he knew Lush well and had sought consent for members to buy homes. Pooley, formerly sales superintendent for Burke McNaughton Pty Ltd, said he had no current ties to the firm. He is to give further evidence on Monday as the Royal Commission on tropical malea control resumes.
Thursday’s No 2 special lottery draw lists first prize number 4071 and syndicate winners including Hig Strung Syndicate led by Mims M Baker, third prize 9043 syndicate led by Mrs Kile Dobble, and other prizes awarded to individuals in Sydney and surrounding areas. Lottery No 1522 will be drawn on Monday.
Kiaree won the Grafton Cup of 14 lengths and 100 yards by one and a half lengths. Pesalta placed second ahead of Man o' War in third. N McGrow dle rode Kiaree with W Cook aboard Spearen following. High Tension and Parfait among the others in the field.
Hearing resumed before Justice Stanley on a £6000 case by professional golfer Frederick Ander thon against Ar hur Usseard Douglas Katlerna and Charles Brown. An attempt to settle was announced and the case adjourned to a date to be fixed.
Melbourne report states eligible servicemen returning to active service will receive a badge. Prime Minister Mr. Chifley announced that recipients may obtain the badge now and wear it on civilian clothing before discharge, highlighting early recognition for those still in service.
The Police Association objects to a remark by Mr. Cookson in Paddington Court yesterday. He called a policeman a mug, saying the term was not offensive enough for action. The Association’s secretary Mr. Laut said the term was insulting and should preserve police dignity.
In a cloudy bout at Byorey on Thursday, Sorer with Srorewo Nose defeated Markham 11.8 to win on points after 18 rounds in a medium to light bout. Jervis ignored an injury to his manager and pressed on, while Darvin suffered a broken nose but continued. Kirkham and Cormier clashed in a heated exchange as police arrested Kirkham for assault after the fight near Lalchbandt.
The Trades and Labour Council tonight endorsed the Boxers and Wrestlers Association in urging the state government to establish a Board of Control for New South Wales. The idea of affiliating with the council was discussed but no decision reached.
Perth dispatch reports trainer John Glencor aged 15 died after a racing incident at Dabhorne Park. He collided with a post while riding and suffered a fractured skull and severe injuries. His wife witnessed him lying on the ground as he fell near the post. Alex Robinson accompanied him nearby.
Health Department investigates complaints about soap produced in backyard factories in Sydney. Officials warn that improper controls allow impurities that harm skin. Report notes women making and using the soap at back doors face skin troubles and bleaching wand injuries.
The Morinda steamer, sole service to Lord Howe Island and Norton, arrived in Sydney this week and will halt for 12 weeks. Real estate records of the island had been notified in advance and provision may extend the disruption.
Fragmentary OCR lists teams and players including Tas pm University and WiC.A. Queanbeyan with names Kappler Colwell Egan Paul Southwall and Christopher’s A. Forfeit noted against Forrest. Unclear lines suggest intercity or college women’s hockey context with partial lineups and forfeiture.
State dockyard workers at Newcastle agreed to return to work after advice from the Minister for Works and Local Government Mr Cahill. They will resume on normal terms tomorrow morning with a 40 minute lunch period and an inquiry to review arrangements at the docks.
The General Manager of A.N.A. Mr HF Walsh criticized the policy of A.A. planes collecting passengers at Brisbane for towns further north. He called the action black marketing and questioned the authority behind the move.
Newcastle report details Arab seamen charged after an incident July 8 in which William Gough was stabbed. Mansar Amaulted by knife, injuring Gough after a confrontation about two white women. Authorities, including a constable who aided Gough, investigated the assault.
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