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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 09, 1947
Page
2
Fragmentary obituary note from a local page recalls memory of a mother with names Donald John and Marie listed as insertors. Mentions dates June and 1846 and a cryptic remembrance line. No clear event or full details available in the legible text.
Low scores dominated the Waroka Rayna golf meet as leader A. Groas and others posted mixed returns. Finalist H. Mayes 74 led a field highlighted by several near-miss shots and chaotic scoring amid the crowd.
Saturday results show Chris toppling St Patrick's 41 while Telopes edged Waratahs 26 to 10. Gremitar led by BD Pigeis and J Alkineon beat Ign J Mocktay and P Munce 41. Grammar 1V beat Grammar 1 with key players Moore and V as well as Bryan and Crewey. High and Blue Wrens earned wins as Kent McKinnon and Weatherall Skerry starred.
Weather readout shows temperature around 42 degrees at 8 pm with a 3 pm high unlikely to exceed 27 degrees. Wind from WNW around moderate speed, gusts near 32, visibility may be affected by humidity and stray clouds.
The article argues Australia should anchor its foreign policy in the Pacific, aligning with Britain and New Zealand through the Commonwealth and United Nations while accepting responsibilities beyond Europe. It stresses a permanent, outcome driven approach that strengthens regional peace and avoids overreliance on European strategies.
Writings show the British Food Relief Transport Service coordinating transport to HACE Duntroon and Mt Pra ir ie for Alpine club members awaiting transport arrangements. Proprietors reluctant to hire coaches. negotiations ongoing for covered locomotives to move members to the top of the range. Private tour operators may need to supply own transport arrangements.
In Griffith the Mothercraft Centre faces closure with health centre services strained. The Canberra Mothercare Society seeks to obtain a relief officer, but if unavailable, the work of the center may be reorganized due to fitness concerns and staffing challenges.
Readable remnants describe a Corpus Christi procession with scattered showers forecast and mentions of participants from a church and local area. The text references a cattle or agricultural element and a procession route, but specifics are unclear due to OCR corruption.
Security officials indicate Britain will keep oil pipelines and storage for future military use amid wartime concerns. Officials say retained infrastructure includes land and rights needed to ensure permanent access, with landowners approached about compensation and long term government interest.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe postal delivery issues at Kingston with unclear names and events. The brief mentions mistaken delivery attempts, customers or workers, and a later clarification, but exact actions and persons remain doubtful in the unreadable text.
The AoE opened last Friday night with the top entrants from last season leading in tapie tunia firei. Thirty teams with junior division players will compete for the championship, over 14 matches. The field includes the ACT and a strong lineup from New South Wales expected to surge in.
Administrative block foundations for a Canberra project were deemed largely value-free after twenty years. Works Director Mr. WE Poite told the Parliamentary Public Works Committee that the foundations may need to be scrapped and rebuilt. Costs cited included 1,200,000 for an underground park and further sums for reconstruction. cement content and weather exposure raise concerns about long term stability. The committee planned to gather more evidence and report to Parliament.
A training setup opens in August under Britain's Ministry of Burgply at the Government Atomic Energy Factory Speinenfelde Preston. It aims to train boys and girls aged 26 and over in analytical chemistry and metal work for producing atomic energy components. The program includes safety measures and medical precautions for workers.
A disjointed report from Sydney describes a Blind Pensioners Association protest regarding pension increases. It notes Benatar Miranne and HG Wilaton commenting on parliamentary support, with only J Ward reportedly maintaining consensus. The piece mentions promises by the government and reviews of Meritor McKenna.
The Waterside Workers Federation has decided to defer a planned ban on handling explosives across Australian ports except at Fremantle depots. The move follows remarks by Federal secretary Mr Mealy and references to the Minister for Supply and Shipping, Merutor Ash.
The Chanell for Ue Encouragement of Muse and the Asia organize lunch hour concerts resuming 1947 sessions at 1:30 PM on Wednesday at Albert Hall. The prior season in 1945 hosted 17 performances with about 100 attendees, mainly musical pieces, plus talks and plays.
Labour members urge increased facilities and higher salaries amid Commonwealth Parliament actions. Reports indicate a push for expanded support and amenities for members, with expectations of changes following recent political developments.
Fragmentary dispatch reports from Bhai Bangai and port conditions as Jews aboard a French freighter express intent to move to Australia. The piece notes many passengers wish to settle and recounts difficulties and attitudes faced during the voyage.
Dra A Hamilton an elderly woman of Campbell Street Ainslie was injured as she alighted from a bus near Terrin Bront. She received head injuries and facial lacerations. She was treated at Canberra Hospital and returned home against medical advice to tend to her family.
Bundy North Queenat and other butchers defer any action on meat rationing until later in the month. The move follows planned talks between the Minister for Trade and Customs and industry representatives to settle disputes.
A dredge worker drowned in the Pall River at Khogaran this morning after likely falling into the water during the night. The incident occurred near Tenn Loa and 8 frwenil was dredged from the river.
A fragment from AYDNAT reports a proposed move to ban using live hares in experiments. The text shows garbled OCR but suggests concern over cruelty and a claim that about 80 hares were involved in cases or demonstrations.
Britain outlines plans to expand Arctic fisheries with a new expedition to map rich cod nurseries and assess potential shipping routes. A special ship is prepared at a British port to gather data on protein yields and to inform future international fishing rights agreements.
McHworth wins the Open as a tight finish unfolds at the Royal Queensland course on Balurdey. Despite fog and erratic play, he ends with a total of 360 to claim the Amateur KK Kinderby finishes strong in the 18th. W McWilliam places second with 350, while E Cremis and Want follow with 297 and 300 respectively.
A newborn baby arrived after a 16 hour plane journey with the mother aboard. The infant, born in a Crtamen hospital, showed signs of agite and jaundice. Blood transfusions were given as doctors monitor the newborn for possible outcomes and health recovery.
A public farewell was given to Constable Hochford and others by local officials and residents including A. Bulivan and Mr. Colman. The event paid tribute to the constable and station staff, with representatives from public bodies and a civic audience present for the ceremony and presentation.
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