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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 28, 1941
Page
3
A man was detained after a charged incident near Vi Hilla residential area. Police rushed to the scene in response to a disturbance, and authorities described the events surrounding the alleged mur-3 offense and subsequent actions at the location.
A proposed motor holiday aims to cut petrol use during wartime by halting private car travel on a designated Saturday. The plan, backed by Senator McLeay and others, seeks to bolster war effort and support farmers, with garage owners expected to benefit, under a temporary, rationing-aligned schedule.
Canberra secured its third internal victory in a Sydney game on Saturday. The team delivered an incredibly fine performance with standout play from its stars. The match featured Canberra pushing ahead in the third term and holding on to win through strong defense and timely scoring.
A sweeping wartime brief details coordinated resources among Britain Australia Canada New Zealand and South Africa. It notes plans to import tools and materials from Britain and the empire and to shift industrial output toward war needs while outlining trade and supply links with the United States and allied colonies. It mentions ship tonnage steel and munitions aims and the role of the Delhi conference in coordinating the imperial effort.
Police believe a woman named Min Hine Panroe was found dead in her bed at an apartment on Bank Street in Melbourne. Slight human remains were found nearby as officers investigate the cause of death and await a post mortem to determine the circumstances. Mr. Pearce told police the incident occurred with his wife in bed and he rushed from the scene.
Vic torin boxer Burda tren Parkinenn died after a bout with Jack Young of Rouen Australia. He was carried from the ring after a knockout in the eighth round and died in hospital yesterday after last Monday’s match.
Matches featured mixed doubles and grade divisions with Northbourne, Barton, Braddon, Forrest, and Kingston prominent. Scores ranged from tight 2- to 4-sets across divisions, with RMAC and Aviatic entries noted and several players like Barton and Forrest achieving multiple wins.
Conflicting reports describe a one day protest affecting Sydney industries. About 29,000 workers and 45,800 in related sectors were urged to abstain from work while 10,000 miners planned action on coalfields. Some unions resumed work amid confusion at Cannon Grealun reel Co. and Seamen’s union leaders warned of ships sidelined. others criticised government handling and called for continuation of strikes.
The casualty list names numerous soldiers with statuses including killed in action and wounded in action. Entries mention units, towns, and stations, with several names repeated or garbled. Remaining at dawn and accidentally wounded notes appear alongside many familiar-sounding ranks and locales, reflecting a broad bellwether of wartime losses.
The secretary of the Department of Commerce appointed a Canberra typist with a long Commonwealth Service career. Bray, who banned the Commonwealth Service in 1917, served in the South Australian Taxation Department before joining the Commonwealth Service. She was appointed to the role on the occasion of the visit of the Duke of Gloucester in 1936 and took three months leave in 1934 traveling to the East including Singapore, Calmer, and Rangoon.
Local bowling match results feature Latielay five rinks edged by Ingram and Davies quartet with scores around 30 to 115. Nominations for executive roles close Saturday for annual meeting with Vic Gray as president nominee and Cottingham secretary and Crease treasurer. Several contests noted for vice presidents, committees and selectors as health and other team results are listed.
A fragmented report from Melbourne covers wrestling results at Leichhardt Stadium and nearby venues. John Kagan defeated Laws by two to one, while Peco and Genzil drew after a keen match. The text notes health issues and a late decline affecting several bouts.
A garbled wartime item lists names and places connected to Italian prison camp releases. The fragmented text mentions Sydney and New South Wales, references to the war effort, and several personal names tied to locations such as Glebe Point and Hamilton.
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