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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 30, 1947
Page
2
Notices announce funeral arrangements for Jona Davis Culeon with services at the Trade Hall and related gatherings. Also details for a Canberra Rugby meeting at Kingaton Hotel and a university accounting lecture by L Goldberg with invitations to attend the philosophy event at the college.
The Canberra Nursery Society announces its general meeting on August can be held at 8 pm. Nomination for council members closes in writing on or before August, with a speaker from the Dominion wealth Department addressing Bodhi Work and Research actions over the past two and a half years.
A noisy collage of 1647 era notices includes Herbert Johnson and official department requests, private ads for a wagon and furniture, vehicle sales, lost items, and rewards. The fragmentary text lists names, locations, contact cues, and reward notices, reflecting a chaotic period classifieds style.
The piece analyzes Britain's coal nationalisation and its limited effect on production, exports, and overall economic health. It notes weak improvements in employment, persistent underuse of capacity, and ongoing reliance on imports while export markets suffer from lower output and higher costs.
A cabinet subcommittee met late at night to review railway fares and freight charges. The Labour Party called a special meeting to consider the plan. Ministers approved a 20 percent fare increase and a 10 to 20 percent freight rise to cover projected shortfalls, with a total funding gap around £7 million. The railway commissioner had advised an increase to meet the anticipated demand. The cabinet committee did not propose further fare variations.
Police investigate after Daniel Jefferies, 43, was assaulted with an axe following a row at Condobolin. He was hospitalised with severe facial wounds and tendon injuries last Friday. condition improving. Detective Buna will interview witnesses as inquiry continues.
A weather forecast for the southeastern district notes variable mountain conditions moderating in the south. Expect occasional light to moderate precipitation and cooler temperatures with shifting winds across elevated terrain. Local residents are advised to plan for brief travel delays and chilly evenings.
Weather data from Canberra at 9 am records 30.214 inches of atmospheric pressure and a 3 pm high of 4 Fomparat am. Maximum and minimum temperatures are noted with 34.2 degrees as the low and 484 as a misread value. Winds report NNW at 2 mph and rainfall to 9 cm L pola. Regional rainfall totals include the South eastern Tablelands with 4b 8mm and yesterday’s readings list multiple localities with partial figures such as Croakwall, Goulburn, Yas, Ninmitabel, Mombals, Belorate, Kiandre, Kindayne, Koschuakn, and Tomeng.
A new technology position is outlined in NSW with a 1,000,000 pound budget for the next BYE years. Mr Brown resigns as Superintendent of Communications for the Australian National Airways, linked to the world famous Massachusetts Institute of Technology in Benton UC A.
In Sydney on Tuesday a man about 40 attempted to jump in front of a moving train after a domestic dispute was cited. Witness Jama Golden intervened, pushing the man to the platform as the train approached. He was then taken to hospital for treatment.
A reader praises Terry Moore for The Corn Grven production and compliments the choice of play and performances. The reviewer notes strong acting by Williams, humor essential to amateur drama, and urges a longer run with balanced repertoire avoiding weaker modern pieces.
Commonwealth Government and Britain consider a broad wartime aid strategy amid talks in Melbourne. Officials weigh delaying or reducing exports and tightening purchases to limit drains on Australian reserves. The aim is to support Britain while managing domestic needs and future commitments.
A wartime advisory board will comprise two representatives from the estates of Brence Berg Army and Works and Ministers. It will appoint a temporary member and oversee production of engineering devices, rangra setups, leasing operations, and research into the technical development and design of weapons and equipment.
Protesters from NITAILERS demand price controls asserting rising costs threaten workers livelihoods. They warn that unchecked inflation harms meals and essential goods, with demonstrations planned to press public officials.
Royal Canberra Golf Club hosts Saturdays monthly medal opening of the new season with handicap limits A Grade 10 13 B Grade 8 1 and C Grade 18 37. Dominion Cup matches J Galloway Grimith Herald Cup J Baker Cox to finish this weekend. Championship decided by stroke play over 72 holes across four Saturdays in September with other events and a plan for early afternoon pool updates.
Approval for a new pavilion to house Canberra bowlers is delayed by a housing shortage. The club, now at 178 members, may not erect the structure until housing commitments are fulfilled. Club officers and members attended, with praise for past efforts and plans to photograph a notable member in the room.
The Commonwealth Cash Board chaired by the Prime Minister met in Canberra to discuss allocating coal supplies to vital industries. Attendees included Senator Ashley the Minister for Supply, the Joint Coal Authority, the Acting Director General of Post-war Reconstruction, and senior Treasury and Bank officials.
Unclear OCR text reports minister for civil affairs Mr Drakeford recommending services to be provided. Proposals outline new or extended routes and regional connections across areas including Venture Australia Tasmania and New South Wales. Suggested interviews proposed for Benalis Corowa Maltairne Echues Denniguin Hay with extensions from Sydney to Broken Hill.
A northern zone action reached a halt as discussions over sanctioning the Gosford Club concluded with an agreed pause in greyhound racing activities. Details remain sparse as officials finalize the sanction terms and next steps.
In a central committee session on a day not fully clear, John Loaay was expelled after four complaints alleged he supported an independent candidate in the party task. The move follows questions about loyalties within Qin fang.
In Melbourne on Tuesday a chaotic exchange over preliminary stances caused confusion as officials disputed whether certain ritual requirements were needed. The chairman Dr Merttion and Mr Cole defended conduct as not cruel while officials argued over methods and allowances during the session.
The Full Court upheld an appeal for Glyn Henry Charles Cullin, who was fined £3084 on April 24 for stealing steel. The magistrate denied natural justice by refusing to hear his defense, and the court absolved the conviction, criticizing the magistrate and restoring the defendant.
The opposition leader argues that landing fees should be paid by the government rather than shareholders. He contends the petrol tax funds maintenance of grounds and that Commonwealth revenue would bear the costs, not private shareholders.
The page lists a disjointed set of basketball matchups and times for Saturday. Teams include Wastucente, Murray, Telopea, Barrow, YWCA Bye, Grammar, St Christopher, and others with scattered start times and incomplete scores. The legible items show multiple grade games and venue cues, reflecting a busy school sports slate.
Police court agents charged Lea i vestigation officers and associates with taking a bribe of 40,000d from James Be Wight. The scheme involved overcharging under Amulnse Weight regulations. Wright, Carter, and a constable were among those arrested as the operation unfolded.
Report of a new governing body for rugby union in Australia. The council was created by a decision at a recent federation meeting, aiming to regulate the game nationwide. The first meeting is expected in October with broader discussions at an international conference in December.
Fragmentary OCR shows a state lottery notice listing prize numbers, participants, and dates with numerous garbled phrases. It references draw numbers No 3 and No 273, names such as Thurgood and others, and mentions locations like GA and a $7210 prize amount, hinting at a historic lottery drawing notice with unclear details.
Ballot for Labour Party candidates noted by President Peecea amid council and hospital matters. Motion to limit convenes mentioned. Armory candidacy discussed. selections delayed until next month. Service notes and thanks to Mr Le and Treasurer, with wishes for bon voyage as duties continue.
A garbled report from Hyde Park Sydney notes a ceremony near the War Memorial attended by thousands. It mentions naval bands and Royal Marines in a tribute tied to wartime remembrance. The text is fragmentary with unclear names and details.
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