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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 25, 1946
Page
3
Budge claimed the world power crown in a disputed Britian Empire clay court final at New York. He defeated Bobby Jayn to secure the title amid a tense, highly contested match with a governor general present and a crowd of observers.
Britain plans a new safety scheme led by Air Commodore Sharp to boost in flight safety. Pilots across the Royal Air Force and British overseas airlines will implement advanced checks and training, aiming for higher margins of safety in the air. The program includes nearly 82 pilots with substantial cross country flying experience and ongoing routes connecting London, New York, and North Atlantic services as schedules expand.
Mond Rydney reports the Hawi bury River bridge opened today with locomotives weighing 1,800 tons crossing 800 meters then a final crossing. Chief Civil Engineer Fewtrell led the celebration as the 2,704 foot structure with eight spans and eight piers carried freight at up to 70 mph. Built with 400 workers over seven years, the project cost about 2,000,000.
Enthusiastic members of the recently formed Diggers Choir attend practice at Central Methodist Church. The conductor Linwelly notes the group’s aim to entertain at League events within a month, with some forming for commemorative duties related to the War Memorial and other occasions.
In a junior interhook football event, Manweny McAiih defeated Queanbeyan 5 goals 8 behinds with standout performances from Ghirerdilla brothers Reynolde and Flaherty along with Cleary and Griffirhs. Eastlake and Ainslie fielded Rob Rae, May, Ryan, Bay, Hawke, and Robertaon. Streaks included Aipalie scoring 10 goals in a separate clash, while Queanbeyan’s best were Rogers, Willan, Seath, and Savage.
A burglar fled a Balmain house after ransacking drawers and a news agency. A woman awakened by a noise at night saw the intruder flee with £10. Police later arrested a suspect in connection with the incident. Name mentions include Alice O'Connor of Balmain and Horane Juxt who witnessed the scene.
Brisbane reports a fatal crash involving an army trailer and a truck. A young woman died on the scene and others were injured as the trailer toppled and struck a person near Weswick and Erleban amid the maintenance and wreckage. Investigations continue into the cause and charges related to the incident.
In Sydney two families, moved to an empty Navy hut at Moore Park, vow to stay despite potential eviction. A custody incident occurred when one left the hut. a friend provided milk and bread. A Royal Navy spokesman said action would be taken and Admiral Moore would decide the fate.
In Sydney this afternoon Munday Thomas Mar per, 84, of Annandale, suffered a severe arm injury when a tram wheel severed his limb as he alighted from a vehicle. Police described the incident as a tragic tram accident and are reviewing the details.
In London at Wimbledon Brown of Australia defeats Burnett of Britain 5-0 in singles. Hopman defeats Najar of Egypt 4-0. Palle defeats Hamumaenley Chill Bol 6-2.
Meeting tonight in Wesley Hall at 8 pm for club members with new member introductions and fundraising bazaar details. Also notices of a hospitality event at YWCA on June 27 at 2 30 pm with Madame Cheng Al Churchwomen guest, and a committee meeting at Soldiers' Club Lad on June as well as an Awans Meeting at the Motel Canberra with guest speaker Mhakjatela Paranapye.
Vacancies announced for Sarkour vniw cooking facilities at Roikdaya Wynysnd Court Mo Clarence Bt Bydney. The listing notes desirable locations and amenities for applicants in a regional job notice.
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