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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 05, 1946
Page
3
The Jamaica born sprinter Herb McKenley, holder of a 440 yard world record time, is discussed as a potential USA Olympic prospect. Though British subject by birth, he might run under United Kingdom colours or seek American citizenship, with no comment from McKenley.
Visiting university athletes attended a civic reception in Hobart hosted by the Lord Mayor Alderman W W On bore. Amid protests the mayor kept a dry policy yet drank tea, alongside Governor Sir Hugh Pinney and newly elected aldermen at Government House, signaling cordial relations.
The Queensland Turf Club disqualified Brisbane trainer N Champ for two years over alleged improper practices. Champ nominated a horse from a Brisbane trainer to run at Longreach without authority, affecting Meritor’s weight and barring a horse of a partner trainer.
The 24148 meeting of the A C T Advisory Council at Council Chambers heard remarks on the Police Superannuation and Industrial Board Ordinances. Members debated why drafts were not submitted for council review and who should be consulted, emphasizing public representation and accountability.
The Interior Minister framed plans for wet garbage disposal by an inter-departmental committee. Housing and accommodation dominate Canberra matters with boarding houses, the Acton Hotel, and government housing delays highlighted along with hospital auxiliary disputes and road conditions at Cemetery Road.
Tuesday report notes the Chinese government срок negotiating rail engine contracts with CID Engineering, seeking 60 locomotives. Details are limited and the deal status remains unclear amid corporate involvement and government timing.
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