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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jul 29, 1947

Page

4

Local Inquiry Probes Death in Fourth Case This Week

In a sequence of incidents, authorities examine a death linked to a prior case. Details point to Mr AG Mar inquiring into the death of Robert Arthue of Marnchyilig, with investigations noting recent accidents and a third case in weeks. Names and places appear in fragmentary form, with authorities continuing inquiries.

Lo Era Coney AG Mar Id Tahy Robert Arthue Marnchyilig Im & Morgan

Helicopter Test Flight Reported By Bristol Team

A fragmented report from London notes a helicopter test by the Bristol team. Details are unclear but mention a night or late test and a successful or near successful flight with emphasis on mechanical performance.

Flauat London

AGT Tennis Tour Nabs Mixed Doubles Title At ACT

In a crowded Bunday event by ACT, K Taylor and I Dryar won the mixed doubles with 46 games total. Women’s and men’s doubles saw Beeton, Mrs Weleming, and K Taylor chart bold performances with several 30s and 40s, while P Kelley and Ellis posted strong showings in men’s doubles.

K. Taylor I. Dryar Wite the Woods Aess Bee Tose Ata Boag Bertion Afra Leo Mr Guzd Nor Alen Uroop Mig. Wragley Mra. Wleming Airs. Harkee

Underworld Feud Not Suspected In Shooting

A garbled report suggests no link between an underworld feud and a shooting. Police describe two men seen near a truck and are pursuing leads, with descriptions released and names of possible suspects under review.

Burns Not After Empire Title

Fragmentary text shows scattered names and phrases in a nonstandard sequence. No clear event or outcome emerges. unable to identify a coherent person, place, or organization to anchor a summary.

Burns

Won World's Cycle Sprint Crowned Champion

In a dramatic sprint event, Reginalh uerra from Great Britain triumphed to claim victory. He defeated Hollandy rider C Mt Bilator by a narrow margin.

Monilay Reginalh C. Mt Bilator

Soaked wicket ruins fourth Test as England struggles

In the fourth Test at Lords a soggy pitch delayed play by an hour and contributed to a disjointed day. England slumped as top batsmen failed and bowlers posted mixed results, with key dismissals listed amid chaotic field conditions and crowd frustration.

Rail fares and rail freight rises discussed by cabinet

Monday the State Cabinet plans to consider increases in rail fares and freight charges. The Railways Commissioner indicated the proposal aims to implement higher rates in June. Officials expect the move to affect overall transport costs and trigger economic adjustments amid anticipated reductions elsewhere.

Bydney Railways Comminsioner BP ‘Awitigan Lia

Wonthagg Miners Locked Out at Melbourne Mine

The text reports a miner dispute at Wonthagg Mine near Melbourne with workers locked out after a contested management action. The article references officials and duties, mentioning Mr Jujvstone Bald and the Donen domnenda, in a period-tinged tone.

Melbousenig Maimay Suate Coal Tau Peitur Jujvstone Couke Tor Ergick Sianagement

Press trial of student demonstration in Sydney court

Thirteen university students faced a press trial at Central Court after a demonstration at Margaret Street. Richard Ringoan, 25, faced charges of indecent language, assaulting policemen, and resisting arrest, while William Warcourt, 20, was charged with offensive behavior. Bail was granted for two, with others remanded. Mrs A Landa defended one accused Ai Hawkins.

Sydney Deurial Central Court Tontny Margaret Street Richard Ringoan William Warcourt Waa A. Landa Hawkins Str Landa Presa Somme

Lottery prize misused by man facing charges

Wyn David Kindly, 60, claimed 2000 pounds won in the Beate Lottery but admitted only one percent was spent on his purpose. Police report shows he had begged for funds. He did not know how the prize money was spent, saying it had gone in about 45000 over six months.

Sydney Wyn David Kindly

Tenn Officials See Wostel At Forrest

Fragmentary report notes Tenn officials concerned over Wostel at Forrest with exhibition sours and tents planned by interior for courts. The piece references 1984 provision and mentions Tortana players and Aus players amid agitation for camp use and pavilion blocks at rear.

Parrea Ure de Ated Nostel Tortana

Cyclist Struck In Hit Run Collision

Victor Backhouse of a mart siren Queen soxan suffered scalp injuries after a collision with a motorist on the Queanbeyan Road yesterday afternoon. He was admitted to hospital in a satisfactory condition. Police are conducting an inquiry into the incident.

Queanbeyan Victor Queen Soxan

Aboriginal Children Attending Public Schools Cited

The Minister for Education Mr Heffron said thousands of aboriginal children attend public schools in the state. He commented on a request from Colarenabe parents against the division of AVE. Heffron stated the government and Aborigines Welfare Board aim to integrate Aboriginal people into the community.

Sydney Stonday Heffron Colarenabe Parente Aborigines Welfare Board

Incentive Payments Raise Company Output, Inquiry Hears

A hearing revealed incentives at Pope's Products raise worker productivity and output. Melboutun stated incentives would boost efficiency, with management claiming shortened production times and higher wages would drive results. The inquiry adjourned after brief testimony, amid questions over cost and impact.

Blue baby walks off ship in dramatic medical return

A blue baby, Mavis Ross, daughter of Mie A. Ross of Palmerston North, traveled from America with her mother aboard a ship, after undergoing surgery at Johns Hopkins Hospital Baltimore. The child awoke in transit and wandered the ship before being found, surviving the perilous journey.

Auckland Neby Mavis Mie A Ross Palmerston North America John Hopkins Fiompital Baltimore Mimnaing

Air charges to go up at Christonwealth airports

The Director-General of Civil Aviation in Witham said new charges for airport use will be raised to fund maintenance of airports and radio facilities. The plan mirrors similar charges in England and America and awaits final approval by authorities.

Bydney Monty

Loss of Gippsland Described As Graphic Story

A vivid account portrays a devastating loss in Gippsland with stark imagery and somber tone. The passage emphasizes human impact and community responses while documenting the events and context surrounding the tragedy.

Gippsland

State Lottery Sydney Syonday Draw Notes

Lottery results from Sydney with principal prizes and numbers listed. Includes names like Pinat-tige and 39608, mentions Fourth prize 48047 and Fifth prize November, with special draw announced for tomorrow at Burwood and Burwood area references.

Sydney Syonday Churchill Mure Phuy Lalla Birina AL Taawteate Wand Stelvilie Street Weel Ryde Bydney Msg “O

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