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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 24, 1946
Page
3
Melbourne reports the ACT U council rejects the opposition leader's proposal on the inquiry into a 40 hour week. The secretary notes the council does not favour changes and briefs would be wasted if the senator's suggestions are pursued.
In Sydney Twenday a judge ruled that Aimee Nicholas failed to fully support the Rawity court stay. Alner Emast rehbold, Roseville owner who died in August, left £85,000 estate argued not to be adequately provided for by his son Charlon Archbold. The Honour differed that Archbold should receive £1000 plus £2000 already awarded. Applications by Marjorie Juan Fiacer and Jana Fisher, daughters of Albert Arenboli, for larger shares were denied.
Detectives nab six railway thieves in Sydney after a motor car pursuit near Pleigh railway yards. Three men were arrested as officers closed in and the driver attempted to use a gun, ending the chase. Aquar and Erie were among the locations observed along the roadway.
Canberra selectors name a representative team to face Manly Luxior in Sydney as part of a South Australian Victorian side build up for the New Zealand tour. The match highlights Canberra players and a mix of veterans and reserves, with anticipated stronger display after recent regional results.
AYDNEY Tuesday report shows principal Crown witnesd memory lapse leads to acquittal of brothers Alex William Melville 24 Redfern and Maymond Melville 28 Moore Park. They were charged with assaulting Mandel and robbing him of £300. witness could not recall details and sentence served elsewhere.
Melbourne workers vote on night shifts with a large majority rejecting abolition and signaling a return to overnight operations on the wharf. Secretary J O Connell notes interest in results from Sydney and Brisbane as the waterfront faces changes.
A damaged chimney at Invermay in Launceston area toppled during a gale early this morning. Residents described the scene as resembling an earthquake, with debris and disrupted roads and rail service reported nearby. No injuries are detailed in the fragment.
Fragmentary report notes the minister for commerce announces removal of mainland meat quotas and a plan to simplify rules. Other garbled lines reference consumption limits, improving conditions, and a possible policy shift underway amid unclear details.
In a bankruptcy proceeding the court orders publication of the notice of Revie William Grex and others. The document lists petitioners Consolisiated, Prem and Cyril Peart and references the estate and related actions. Proceedings occur in a dated court setting with successors named in the record.
Jule Augustin Gromann of Caine Street Melbourne faced charges over liquor sales to groups including the US Army Of Peers Club Lennon's Mott and others. The court remanded Gromann to August for further hearing as the approximate price change cited as ERNE instead of 400.
Fragmented notice describes an offer to play in England for a Sydney rugby winger named Worth. It references a January offer and touring England, with vague details about availability and conditions. The text also lists gardening supplies and used items for sale including a tandem bicycle and farm goods.
Manufacturer direct prices for car and household batteries plus a flood of random consumer ads. Trade names like ECONOMEE promise assorted machines and home appliances. Numerous addresses in Sydney and Canberra list sales, cash offers, and mail order services.
Order issued to appoint and administer the estate of Otto LTLY late of Perdy’s Cove, acted by the Acting Curator of Deceased Persons in the Australian Capital Territory. All creditors and heirs are notified to present claims and to report to the Acting Curator. Notice dated Canberra July 20, 1912.
Public notice from Reid Proghesh Association informs residents of a cancellation alert and late buses on Friday, July 2, issued by the organization. The message is garbled but signals transportation changes and staggered services.
The Interior Department solicitation details multiple vacancies in Canberra and surrounding areas. It lists salary ranges around £258 to £289 per year with allowances, and calls for experienced workers in various trades. Applicants must provide full birth details and work samples where requested, and forward applications by a specified deadline.
Fragmented OCR lists dates, meetings, and notices including an Ordinary General Meeting of the Royal Society on Wednesday July 24 in 819 pen xu iTS Dr. Clementa. It mentions Australian Journalists and division nominations for Canberra, plus an auction trip with Parlor Coach to Turow on Saturday 27th July and booking deadlines by July 25th. The garbled text references Crown Land Agent at Dubbo and various trades and products such as brushes and mops with delivery service for ACT.
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