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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 01, 1944
Page
3
Adelaide reports show no panic during a troop train wreck near Aer Copley. A military officer leading the inquest says soldiers calmly urged fellow passengers to exit quietly as they climbed from splintered cars. Injuries and exact casualty details remain unclear.
Fragmentary notice from Sydney outlines publicity efforts by Wool public relations the board studied an international tool and public announcements. Names and specifics are unclear due to damaged text but indicate a discussion of publicity strategy and a country event related to bounty or recognition.
Wednesday drawing shows Lottery No. 1 082 with prizes including first, second and fourth places. Winners include Alan M. Winley of Balmain and B J Currie of Glewellyn Street Balmain. Fourth prize goes to a Three aevena Syndicate. Rally Lottery No. 1 080 to be drawn on upcoming date.
Fragmented text discusses a Machian handover amid aviation prompts. Mentions Benufeet division, pilots and a plane handover. References to Uma, DME, and Maral Jona in a disjointed wartime style with unclear actions and outcomes.
Hard to parse notice describes property sales under regulation with independent valuation to ensure fair dealing. Mentions owners, conditions for sales, and appointment of independent valuers to safeguard all parties involved.
Fragmentary note mentions a person named Rath Rebiber and a Probie mate, with references to Caremian, popularity, new tyre production, and a demand to raise Ukrainian tyre output to a required level. Readable details are limited and cause ambiguity.
Long retrospective traces the YMCA movement from its London origins with George Williams to its global spread. It notes rapid growth in the 19th century, key milestones, and the evolution of its aims toward broader Christian education and youth development across continents, including Australia, America, Europe, and Asia.
John Milton Coulis, 34, of Jos key, was acquitted today on a charge of wanton driving after his defence claimed intoxication did not impair him. The Crown alleged the car was driven while under liquor in Darkinghuest, causing injuries to Mrs Ether Meta toa of Kenitingtoy in March. The jury accepted the defence that no knowledge of danger was shown and Coulis was absolved of wrongdoing.
An unclear clipping notes a vigil or inquiry tied to a Seguin location and a Times reference. Names and precise actions are unreadable, but the fragment hints at an evening session or inspection involving accounts or duties. Further readable context is needed for specifics.
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