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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jul 28, 1949

Page

5

All States In Rugby Union Final Teams RM C and Forestry School Sides

All States in rugby union final teams RM C and Forestry School sides feature players from across the Commonwealth with captains Mataire and Curtin leading the forwards and backs. Canberra-based members Kavend McWillarn and J. Breen highlighted recent week actions as teams field a line of players including McWillen, Orton Curtin and Ford.

Rm.c. and Forestry School Hayes Mataire Groote Fvorestry Carents Canberra Kavend McWillarneo Art Ft White Avewietth Mr. Gardiner Halbark W. Waltenead J. McWillem Orton Curtin A. Grayburn J. ‘Aroome Capt F. Ford R. Dixon Kagermervee Bcom Mallaby Vhwei Ammon

Heavyweight Boxer Leaves for England Sydney Arrival

A boxing note reports heavyweight boxer Gallagher leaving for England from Sydney after arriving in South Africa and Great Britain. His English manager Burna cabled him to return to England by the end of the week after clinching several new facts.

Sydney Beter Abt Gallagher Vetern Baxlehd Hone South Africa Abs Burna England Eanaport Wa

Melbourne Tugyard Tense Labor Action Disrupts Vessels

In Melbourne a maritime labor dispute unfolds as the Sailors Union and local branch members protest tug operations. Plainclothes police intervene to protect crew on one vessel while others report planned stowaway or halt threats. Union leaders order crew movements to Williamstown amid bank side tensions.

Rere Egal Rumell Wilsnin Ube Tinga Bird Wil Tuew Fe Williamstown Filice Auld Intel

Air conditioned trains for Southern lines

The article describes air conditioned trains planned for Southern lines. Two locomotives and multiple cars will form the new service with diesel power for conditioning and comfortable seating. The arrangement will include reclining seats, improved lighting, and safety features for up to about 27 passengers per car.

Riverina Wixpremt Atoning Wentine

Roosevelt Address Sparks Defense of Government

A garbled wartime cable mentions Mrs Roosevelt in a church setting with plans to oppose an attack. The fragment hints at continued support for the government stance amid political tension and public resolve.

Coure

Long ride ends as Booth and Wells cross Britain round trip

Margaret Booth and Wells complete a historic journey from one end of Britain to the other and back in 24 weeks. The trek covered vast coastal towns and rural routes, marking a notable endurance event for the pair and their support team.

London Wetnreday Ime Margaret Boothr Jon and Wels Aden Horee Britain Mallon

Mare Killed by Lightning in Carrs Creek Paddock

A 200 guinea mare named Pat owned by Mr T y Barmier of Carrs Creek was struck and killed by lightning in a paddock near burnt ground. The event occurred in the late afternoon as the horse browsed nearby. the carcass lay in the scorched area.

Grafton Waltrod T Y Barmier Carrs Creek

In The Ring Falls to One in Match at Rydney Bladium

In a recent event at Rydney Bladium a boxing match ended with one fighter securing a decisive victory while opponents faced a clear setback. The bout highlighted rising talent and the venue hosted an enthusiastic crowd.

Women’s Hockey Preview Highlights Saturday Schedule

A garbled listing outlines women’s hockey events and players, mentioning Mim TV and Mueene havan IP, Trophy, Wink YW.CA, and various teams with names like Beech, Jonnsson, Willkinsen, Kerridast, and Prune Antica vy. The notice stresses players must arrive on time or face penalties.

Mim TV Mueene Hevan IP Wink YW Paul Grammer ITTC Beech A. Jonn Telwwen Guiten At. Mergulce M. Bailey Willkinsen Tillyerd Cate W. Kingham Mtonhona

Labour Viewpoint Calls For Neighborhood Shops In Canberra

Labour candidate Mr S. FR Rhodes advocates blocking suburban shop blocks to provide corner shops near homes. He says blocks should be closer to residential areas, easing housewives’ shopping needs, and supports decentralization alongside a fully elected council replacing the Advisory Council.

Canberra Sheba Rhodes Endurant Labour Act Johna Labour Party Swives Doma Tehodas Hitle Laplay Mattary Renee Perv Ts ‘Oye Advisory Council Ite Comnelly fAdyt Jnhn Ae Finders Way Orimth, Ach

Hongkong Plana Against Red Uprising

Fragmented notes report Hong Kong authorities preparing to counter a Red uprising amid rising tensions. Government actions include measures to guard food supply and monitor Chinese community activities while authorities track rumors and movements.

Hongkong

Victorian RSS pace MICE WORK PROGRAMME report highlights ex servicemen care

The annual conference heard W Hollend report on Victorian MICE Work Programme. He cited 100 ex servicemen in mental hospitals 400 in benevolent homes 3100 in other hospitals amid claims of denied entry to some states. The note includes unrelated small ads and notices about lost money purses car for sale and a deafness remedy promotion.

W. Hollend Holland Homeland

Community meeting notices from North Canberra and nearby areas

Fragmented notices list an annual general meeting at North Canberra sub-branch with ticket requirements and a reception. A separate item mentions a New Education Fellowship event at Carlton and a program at James Remmi Institute with a talk by an author.

BPC

Peveonell Run Ring Yoi Lain Deorthan

A fragmentary report notes Peveonell competing in a circuit event at Manuka Arcade, with unclear details. The read text mentions Yoi Lain Deorthan in connection to the event but lacks full context or results.

Peveonell Manuka Arcade

Commonwealth Government Positions Vacant in Canberra

Announcement listing vacancies and applications for Commonwealth Government roles in Canberra. Provides closing date and contact details, with references to a secretary and a Canberra city address for submission by August 2, 1948.

Alton Canberra City

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