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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 30, 1946
Page
3
Melbourne report says Communists excluded from the TLR conference will ignore the decision and march to sub-branch federal headquarters. Mr WH Tregear will pursue anti-teanch tactics awaiting a federal clarification as delegates protested the ruling.
A morning burglary at a Carlton store saw four shots fired as the thief seized a cash box containing £138 and fled in a van. Mr. Culln Gordon Paterson was awakened by the disturbance and the thief escaped with the money.
Melbourne officers today remanded on charges of corruption in business bribery. The case follows findings of a Royal Commission into administration of the Tuamanian Forestry Department and involves merchants including George Macworthy and Willian, with Ulstereran cited among those arrested.
Britain negotiates a three year agreement with Denmark for tulist bacon and eBee supplies. Details scarce but aims to fix prices and secure Danish shipments amid wartime food concerns. Australia and New Zealand urged to accept concessions as Britain presses for steady Danish supplies.
In Brisbane a runaway coal skip at Baraibe mine crushed two miners. Thomas Ritchie aged 40 was killed instantly and John McKelland, 42, died after being struck by the lowering skip. Both residents of Baraibe. A mines inspector will conduct an investigation.
Emily Miley of Beverley tin faced contempt charges in Sydney court as she disrupted proceedings, threw a substance, and required orderlies to restrain her. She was fined and warned after continuing interruptions while awaiting her case, which involved unpaid railway fares.
Sydney men Edward Joseph Stobberley aged 26 and Roland George Beaton Smith aged 27 were remanded at Campate Court today on a charge of stealing tobacco valued at 2000 from a Kueld railway yard on Sunday. Police say the tobacco items were recovered at the scene.
The minister announced intensified enforcement of Canberra lighting restrictions after shopkeepers failed to comply with the emergency rules. Complaints focus on neon signs and shop windows, with authorities warning of further action if violations continue.
A wartime revival for junior football players aims to establish a purge competition to aid players transitioning from intermediate ranks. Sunday afternoon training blocks are proposed to begin next year, with a view to integrating women participation and maintaining opportunities for intermediates while reducing the intermediate age group.
Testimony before the Grimes trial alleges Japanese agents profited from opium sales in China. A Nanking professor testified that the invaders relied on narcotics revenues, with millions spent monthly on war efforts and Chinese resistance.
The Canberra officer and Slater of the Institute of Anatomy will study at the University of Sheffield for six years beginning August. The program covers fundamental biochemistry and cancer cell behavior while exploring nutritional issues in Australia. The candidate, a Melbourne University graduate with a Master Diploma, has spent seven years in Canberra and contributed scientific papers across England and Australia.
In Melbourne on Monday the Supreme Court, Justice Fur imgar delivering the decision, ruled that the gain of Mouse husle constitutes a lottery rather than a raffle and thus falls under the Gambling Act provisions.
The Railways Commissioner explained that acceptance of goods by the railway department has been reduced by more than half due to reduced rail service in New South Wales. He said it was necessary to restrict intake to a limited quantity of meat fruit butter tea and other items with priority in despatch and delivery as received.
Conference notes a proposal to include the Cuyen Hay railway as part of a nationwide plan to link Adelaide and Sydney. Transport Minister Ward favors brief discussion with state ministers to decide if construction should proceed outside current agreement. Federal circles speculate the line could be nonviable and delay funding.
In Greymouth on Monday the English rugby team was defeated in New Zealand. The West Coast team led with strong defense and converted riverside weather into favorable conditions, winning by a late score to eight.
A murder trial against Bloclair proceeds with bail and defense arguments. Judge Owen contemplates next steps as the hearing continues and Justice Owen weighs the case details and admissibility of evidence. The proceedings move to the next day.
Joy Tillock of Kevin Street Balwyn was seriously injured when an air rifle exploded during play in her yard. She lost an arm and suffered facial and hand injuries while being transported to the Children’s Hospital. Despite treatment she did not survive the night. The weapon reportedly exploded when pressed into a wooden fence back yard.
Deputy Police Commissioner issues instructions to police members to stop selling lottery tickets amid allegations that some officers profit more from tickets than their police wages. The inquiry also questions possible participation in a gambling party at a city water facility.
A notices brief records a Tuesday meeting at the City Bowling Club with Juntos and Bob Juniora. It mentions transfer books and reader of memoirs, dates in August 1944, and a board secretary named N Crowle with various unrelated details and a reply deadline.
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