Explosion Causes in Leather Spraying Machine
The fragment notes a blast blamed on a leather spraying machine misfire or malfunction. It mentions intense energy release and possible bearing failure but details are incomplete for a full causation.
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 05, 1948
Page
2
Air taxi brings baby from Rou to Sydney hospital
An Avro air taxi landed in Sydney tonight with a baby after a routine flight from Rou. The child was met by paramedics, transferred to the Children's Hospital, and later admitted in satisfactory condition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rou
Avro
Bydney
Plano
Sm. Oy
Children’s Hospital
Application for Bail in Indecent Assault Case
An application for bail by Ridney Charles Mallzenaing was before the Supreme Court. The case concerns the charge of indecent assault. The hearing was not completed in April and the matter was adjourned.
Warned Off for Life in Local Incident
A blotched report notes Teal Wie tu homme De Tene AQHI Uftita ear warmed off for blk four ali coir ere empocated with Greynount Baring Gonirat Bowed. The wien concarmed are F Waris of Waratah and L Smith of Mayfield.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wien
F Waris
Waratah
L ‘Smith
Mayfield
Amateur Billiards Results from Tharnny Showdown
Billiards matches show Prendergant over Faulkies 100 61, J Brendergent over Chawlers 105 08, Elliott over Billarda 100 74, Gwen over Creighton 100 87, Gwen over Elliott 100 88. Snooker: Brogan over Kingweietanore, RCC over Acton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tharnny
Canberra Forecast: Weekend Weather Briefed Overcast and Warmer
A terse Canberra forecast notes a mainly overcast day with rising temperatures into the afternoon. Winds shift from northeast to north as a dry period is expected by evening in the southern district.
Calls for UN reform to enforce peace fails to curb war
Fragmented text discusses the feasibility of a peacemaking body lacking enforcement power. It contrasts attempts by the United Nations and other parties to restrain aggression with the need for stronger tools, noting global opposition and the high human costs of war. It cites Lake success and calls for wider support to deter future conflicts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dot marrarDie
Peleahine
Poxor
Abe
Lake Success
Ala Crajee Puwele
Ulna
Armos
Falas
Armas
Auch
Atickhall
Regency Governor W. Mekal Receives Official Welcome
Vice regal Excellency the Governor Denerak the Right Honourable W. Mekal meets officials at Governmental Palace. Attending are personal staff and Cantera Nursery representatives. Ceremony highlights include remarks on state services and regional development.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Denerak
W. 1 Mekal
Government Ale
Caner
Peterane
Aoe
Cantera ‘Nursery
Parliament scraps snow drive promise and supply bill debate
The Prine Minister promised an investment into Britain as the Parliament discussed a snow drive. Transport Minister Ward denied knowledge of costs for pleasure users. A special supply bill intended to fund water works and housing progress was introduced. The Acting Opposition Leader moved for an adjournment of the session.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chis Mey
Durhkie
Britain
Ward
Eure
Hh Tulla
Lemmon
Progree
Mr. Harrison
Yas
Stolen registered letters found on allotment with suspect cheque links
Police recovered bundles of registered letters on a vacant allotment between Hivkaon Road and George Street North. Detectives say the letters appear to be from the GPO and are tied to negotiable cheques drawn for amounts around 190 pounds. Most tellers originated from Sreenngad area. several wallets and a dresser identified in the search.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hivkaon Road
George Street
City
GPO
Sreennlgad
Lands Lease Costs and Reductions Amid New Act
A report notes lease costs for Crown lands vary with rates like 34/42 and 5/37 under the new act. Officials say heat-related rents and works eliminated from the Lands Department will cut expenses by about 22 percent, with statements from Mr Sheahan outlining the impact on Braken Mill Pty and related ventures in Ponappututy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ras Fron
Banda
Sheahan
Braken Mill Pty
Na Specua Tea
Bhemhan
Lands Department
Pleading Guilty in Landay Case at Quarter Beanions
Bernard Cleveland Morgan pled guilty at the Quarter Beanions Landay to an ambush on Patricia Keahan and the theft of C7 from her handbag on January 30. He was sentenced to two years in jail. Morgan is described as a former partner at the Prime Minister's Lodge in Canberra.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bydmey
Complains to Bar tounch in Mar Awnefation
A fragment notes complaints to the bar regarding a person named Voney and references by Pb, Chiffey, and others about alleged behavior. The text is damaged and unclear but indicates a formal complainant action in a bar or court setting with stated reproachful remarks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Voney
Lauer
Qdr
Chiffey
Parents May Ban Lithgove School Fight Frays Local School Board
Parents threaten action at Lithgove School over a fence project and related costs while the association debates who should pay and how the dispute will affect the town. The garbled text shows community tension and unresolved questions about funding and access.
Shoplifter Waddell Released On Bond In City Case
Waddell Lime Wedell, 42, of Walkzon, was accused of taking items from Woolworths and received a one year bond. He appeared in court on Friday for charges of taking property. Court officials described the handling and treatment during processing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rydney
Abe
Etry
Death of Union Official Reported in War Weather Record
An aged union official died at 43 during adverse wartime weather. He provided aid and action on the quest for justice and Mary during the war.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Damige Aphcer Soo
States Warmed Labour Shortage Warns Commonwealth Officials
A conflated report notes senior officials warning that labour shortages threaten Commonwealth economies. Talks with key ministers and leaders stress government limits on price controls and the need for timely policy action. The piece highlights potential food price pressures and the challenge for late governments to respond decisively.
Fears For Safety Of Mute Hoy Amid Melbourne Turmoil
Unclear report describes concerns over the safety of a mute individual amid a Melbourne incident. Details are fragmented with references to a march, a dramatic weather test, and involvement of a boy named Tomred Wat. No clear outcomes or sources are identifiable.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melbourne
Rome
Tomred
Lamperes
Thieves Active in Police Stations Report
A garbled report mentions thefts linked to police stations and various unclear identities. The fragment references alleged misconduct and misappropriation at a named locale, with uncertain details about suspects and locations.
Sudden Death of Gambler in Sydney
A gambler named Price in Sydney died after ingesting sleeping tablets suspected to be prescribed by a doctor. Police report the death occurred at his home following a night of gambling, with attempts to revive him failing. An associate noted Price was often low in spirits after gambling sessions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
Dena Dailie
Tie Potts Pont
Uae
Erie
Alain Gure
Beccaral
Ana Ag
Federal
Gansbilng
Finding of death by own action at Mulcide
A finding of death by own action occurred for Ac Onaing of Mulcide in a malambédla state, released by the Coumen Liett Dal. The death of John Briar Brown is linked to Krink of Mirotaide Hostel on Shy 39 after Brown told Watt Woks he was thinking of harming himself but offered no motive. Brown mentioned suicide several times, saying it would prevent his return to Great Besialg.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ac Onaing
Mulcide
Malambédla
John Briar Brown
Mirotaide
Harry Watt Woks
Brown Anpemrod
Brown
Petrol Rationing Debate and Control Measures Expanded
A government move to extend petrol rationing faces new controls and public notice. Officials indicate ongoing investigations into alleged illicit activities, with possible private sector involvement under review.
Legal Poser Set for Court Martial
The court martial adjourned after testimony on a sedate set of charges involving a cigar and alledged improprieties. The defendant claimed innocence while the prosecution pressed for a verdict amid procedural arguments and a request to the Crown Malimtor to reconvene.
India-Australia trade talks outline large commodity needs
Batak Singh and Mr Bak mona held talks with Commerce Secretary MoCarthy and planned further negotiations with the Commerce Minister. India seeks 2000 tons of butter 1000 tons of cheese canned vegetables rolls and fruit, plus Jute raw cotton and other goods in exchange for wheat board support. The discussions occurred in camera yesterday as both sides explored a bilateral trade accord.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ir Batak Singh
India
Interneonal Wheat Board
Catan Singh
Bakmona
Secretary of Commerce
Mo' Carthy
Tenancy Dispute Over Drill Hall Reaches Officials
The interior minister and militia officials discuss tenancy of the Drill Hall after a two year occupancy by a hall committee. Representatives from the Bosha and the Community Centre Committee have met but no official directions have been issued.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M.C
Boshi
Interior
iMr
He Tenmsoy
Sammy Ares
Ghmimunity
Price Control Across States Faces Rent Legislation
Fragmentary OCR notes discuss a proposed Amended Act on tenancy and rent control under state government leadership. Mentions Minister for Tustin Mr Downing and expected nationwide agreement on price regulation to curb housing costs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
Downing
Collision injures thirty six on Sydney trams
A crowded Sydney tram collision left thirty six injured as trams traveling toward the city collided near a park. Reports say one tram pushed another, shattering roofs and ripping boards while passengers were flung about. Several injured were moved to hospitals as cordons formed around the scene.
No Talks Yet on Tax Reductions Amid Fiscal Debate
The Ministry has not agreed on any tax reductions for next year. Officials emphasize factors to be weighed before government measures. pension and endowment rates, unity of funds, and administrative oversight shape the finance plan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wa Barreere
Heaer
Granta Cum- Secoe
Mnancia
Government considers further cuts as year begins
Officials say the financial year will see a 10 tailan tax relief sweep and 80 final adjustments. The government expects weak dollar trends to restrain inflation and aid import recovery, with large capital equipment imports from America for industrial rehabilitation amid staffing and supply fears.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Arsentia
Ikick
Jim France
Thaly
Canchomovakin
Boandinavi
Capeyts
Fearon
Amerca
Auatralla
Potato marketing debate touches price support plans
A government subsidy proposal draws comment from the chairman of the Potato Marketing Board and the secretary of the Fruit Growers Association. They discuss potential effects on potato growers and consumer prices amid policy moves.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wydney
Commonwealth
Potato Marketing Board
Abr
Harold Fineln
Boenight
Bwiin
P. Davideors
Australia Gains by Immigration
Australia records a net population gain from overseas immigration totaling 13,188 for the year. United States-origin arrivals number 1,, and total departures to the United States reach 3,200. Permanent arrivals include 1, etc. The year sees gains across sectors with 9,900 commercial and clerical workers and 1,060 laborers among permanent residents. January to February year figures show a permanent population increase of 1,222 in January and 2,088 in February.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Amtrall
Minister outlines petrol tax allocation in conference remarks
The Australian minister stated the petrol tax allocation for road works was the responsibility of the state government. He urged decentralization, defendedpetrol supply during wartime, and noted adjustments in allocations affecting road projects and subsidy funds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
Ashley
Precipitate Rice Control Transfer Draws Criticism
The President of the Associated Chambers of Commerce Mr FR Wilkins condemned the government’s plan to relinquish price control without a three month grace period. He warned the move could precipitate uncertainty amid currency and defense policy transitions and noted the December deadline for legislation and a future state government handover.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Commanse
FR Wilkins
Wilking
Iime
Householders Duped With Dirt Fraud Reported
Sydney Friday Tollers search for two men reported to be duping households. Scores of homeowners say the men delivered bags of dirt and fled after obtaining payment. Neighbours recall paying 10/6 for the service and note the absent occupants.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Riday Toller
Warning of Failures In Royal Sydney Building Case
In Sydney a court case warns of potential failures in a public building scheme. A manager notes that only partial permissions were obtained before proceeding. Authorities caution rationing could impact further construction while urging cooperation with officials in the Central Court.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rydney
Sweement, Pee Avatratlan Gay Light Co
Ome
Tindale
Tram
Leamean
Sydney
Fiat
War
Ube Central
Ruxzamona
Love Me Sailor author appeals in high court
The case centers on the author of Love Me Sailor appealing a court ruling over a disputed publication. The document references prior judgments, penalties, and related literary figures, noting a potential fine of £500 and connections to a Georgian House entity and Baxan-origin wording.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melbourne
Hperty
Vihart
James Joyer
Georgian House Pty
Tad
Ayubiehers
American Girl's Title Won In Rainy British Championship
In London at Royal Lythemland, American Mine Lowine Bugan defeated Senttiah champion Mian Jem Donal in the final of the Briel women's golf championship. Rain and wind made the match tense with both players pushing hard.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Lowine Bugan
Senttiah
Mian Jem Donal
Gnearp
Briel
Royal Lythenland
Avine's
Lancashire
Gato Taree
Blan Donald
Anateh
Unclear passage references Wentworth and attacks on communists
Fragmentary OCR notes describe reactions to Mr Wentworth amid Communist criticism. References include a “stooge” remark and accusations of political deceit. Names such as Wyatt Auld appear in partial context, with mentions of Hu mania and Russia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prien
Wentworth
Russia
Wyatt Auld
Stooge
Kevatt
Ald Ubat
Referendum Vote Confusing Fragments and Local Marks
Fragmentary OCR shows scattered notes about referendum vote counts and places, with unclear names and dates. It hints at a non decisive result and includes stray figures and street references, suggesting a tepid or ambiguous outcome without clear action.
Price control upmoperty opec to Melbourne
Fragmentary text mentions price control and Melbourne with unclear names and dates. Incomplete wording prevents a clear report of actions, actors, or outcomes.
No Air Transport of Water for Racehorses
Fragmentary report notes opposition to air transport of water for racehorses discussed at an annual conference of the Bios Association. A unclear speaker cites government contest and mentions terms like Mintastor, Mhipning, Fut Bonntor, and Wilnet in a garbled quotation. Authorities appear to address logistics and policy, with limited readable names or dates.
Fragmented Church Service Notices and Schedules
A long OCR fragment lists church services across denominations including CHURCH OF ENGLAND and CONGREGATIONAL. It mentions Holy Communion, children's services, baptisms, and preaching times at various locations and hours with scattered names and priests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Church OF England
Borman
Ryenwng
F. W. Pyke
Kivunaung
Hebel
St. Christopher's
Forrest
TAAO
Patrick's
Bradion
Mall
Catameray
Bening
Caritopher
Patrick'y
Croton
Arate Padurdey
BR Andrew
Mertor Harrison
BE A
Anthen Tis
Camptell
Petherwahalpy Am
Rees J. H. Murper
Chatawont Coromunion
Chatawoert
YW Savies Minster
Ray
Ay C. Bet
Rubee
Sheratian
Mathamatire Ralpation Army
Unday
Salvatoe ‘Amny Hatt
Ferastdon
Lee FA Hall
Kingweon
Nelnon
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