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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 12, 1947
Page
5
In a disrupted report the government faces opposition as Secretary Pyckson claims the plan for Frew medicine will span three years. The Minister and McKernan discuss costs, with projected rises from 1940 to 1944 and fears over possible increases in annual expenditure.
Fragmented text notes postwar US economic changes, focusing on small retailers and wartime conversions. It references population shifts, prewar structures, and policy debates about rebuilding, with mentions of banks and business groups shaping postwar commerce.
Fragmentary report mentions a Monday rugby match with unclear team names and players. Some names like Cassi Walkbank and Ke Havaye appear amid garbled text. it notes an unlucky outcome for a player and references local officials or scorers in a chaotic scene.
Fragmentary report from a wool sale notes greasy merino lots including six bales of Land G Bundell v Cabar. Auction had heavy burrs and some lots described as loud at motion.
The Parliamentary Labour Caucus will meet to consider funding for a fare increase to Sydney and Newcastle. Several cabinet members oppose the rise while a committee member notes it will be difficult to operate the current tram services at the new levels.
Reader letters discuss the Food for Britain appeal and its political and economic implications. The writer cites Dr Bicknell on starvation risks, notes potential effects on production and consumption, and argues for transparent public discourse to shape policy and aid mobilization. The letter references Canberra officials and government stance on rationing before a broader global audience.
Parliament approves a 40 hour work week to be introduced in August. The Industrial Court will decide if the 40 hours can be completed in five days or requires a different arrangement.
Fragmented report notes Wooneatay with Henry Cotton finishing near the flat at Moortown Leeds during the 1000 Guineas tournament. Norman von Nide posted a score of 7 and A. Loo 69 in unclear proceedings.
Police report a fatal shooting followed a domestic quarrel in Magn suburb of Adelaide. Clemant Gordon Hawkes, 35, allegedly shot his wife’s associate in the stomach. Artie Alfred Snell, 40, opened the door and Hawkes reportedly shot Mawes in the yard, who died minutes later from head injuries. Police indicate Hawkes likely died or was arrested. hospital treatment ongoing for others.
The text describes health impacts linked to living conditions and climate, mentioning liver distress and a controversial medical figure. It references long-term effects after fifty years and implies a significant disruption to traditional remedies and medical authority.
Fragmentary report notes possible improper transfer of Sergeant Keogh and irregularities linked to a sports meeting. Names and places are garbled, with no clear actions or outcomes provided.
Fragmented clipping reports a 16 year old murder case with scattered phrases about a decision near May 28 and various unrelated notices. The text mentions a Terrapin or Terpening name and a pile of local ads for jobs, pets, and sales, all in a disordered format with no clear cohesive outcome.
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