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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 23, 1952
Page
6
National University botanists and progressors from Australia visit the Canberra Film Centre for a seminar. Local clubs discuss guild meetings, carnival plans, and art society amalgamation. Junior play readings, gardens association committees, and a charity jumble sale surface with community schedules and guest speakers.
Peter Dawson, Australias meat rollicking singer, will visit Canberra tent week to hoont the appeal by the RAL for funds for the Canberra cemetery. The visit shows his generosity to the diggers of two World Wars. His appearance will contrast with Burl Ive despite Canberra audiences hearing a modern American balled singing style.
Fragmented OCR mentions Dr Kiernan and Mr Skentelbery, with references to travel to Canberra and Sydney, and Professor Wilfred Le Gro at fora University in England. It notes preparations for a return to Australia and meetings in Canberra and Paris contexts.
The appeal of O’Meally against his death sentence is dismissed. The court ruled the defence failed to overturn the conviction. The case includes testimony about the shooting of Constable George Howell at Caulfield on Thursday, January 20, and features the defendant’s statements from the dock.
Ne Wey Traffic proposed for Melbourne Av. Ne Wey Traffic Safely Council yesterday discussed parking issues at Kingston shopping centres and Burton government officer. A special meeting will be held to end of August to consider recommendations on increased parking.
Sydney report says Mr Justice Malcolm Willian Donald McIntyre was welcomed to the bench of the Federal Arbitration Court. The ceremony filled the Bench with Chief Judge Raymund Kelly and Justices Fonter Kirby Dunphy Wright, plus Victorian Solicitor-General CE Weigal QC. The new judge and barristers gathered for the event, marking a significant judicial appointment.
The Canberra police late last night arrested two youths on charges of stealing and receiving. One youth, 38, faced stealing a dress and a Holden car, while the 20 year old was charged with receiving the ring. They were released on bail and to appear before the Canberra Court on August.
YWCA announces visits by Mise Ji Donahue and WA National Blaft member to Canberra on July 20 and 30. Board of Directors meeting on July 28 at 11 am, craft group members and Women’s Club invited to attend. Fellowship reception at the Y on July 30 at 6 pm includes participants from clubs and organizations.
Maude Eileen Hilda Cameron and 28 year old Launceston man Hull were embroiled in a chaotic dock scene. Hull fought, ripped fixtures, and shed clothing as guards dragged him to the courtroom. Coroner Oldham warned police against violence as the hearing resumed after delays with seven of 34 witnesses heard.
Sydney reports the chairman and committee head of the Sydney Stock Exchange and chairman of the Australian Associated Stock Exchanges, Sir FE Tiley, resigns after citing ill health and work pressure. He plans extensive sales and to focus on Willacy Fellows and Co.
A court order grants a reduction from 2 to 14 per share in a matter involving a capital sum of £100,000. The case lists Hila Honour as issuing the order and Davien of Davies and Bailey appearing for the applicant.
An umpire accuses No 18 players of abusive language and improper conduct after a game. The National football Independent Commissioner and league secretary testified about misidentification and an administrative lapse that let a young player escape discipline.
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