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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 27, 1947
Page
3
Industrial turmoil in France grows with Ramadier calling for a policy vote. The National Assembly will debate the government’s stance as Monday approaches. Listings show horse entries and racing results including names like Brindi and Cobber’s Double, with distances up to 620 yards and various stakes events across the program.
An award of £2 was made today to Noel Levison of the Australian military for damages claimed in a case arising from a collision between a motorcycle and a truck driven by Raymond Lamon Wright. Ernest Edward Vines was the nominal defendant under a third party arrangement. The action sought £4,000 against Wright.
Jackie Wilson aged five from Victoria tied with Ron Coleman aged thirteen in a 1g rounds matchup at Leichhardt Stadium tonight.
The Thursday sale in Brisbane set a record Bid price for four bales of scarred wool, eclipsing the prior top price of a year earlier. The 1946 47 season closed with a wool cheque totalling £16 million, reflecting strong demand and market momentum.
The Canberra plumbing proposal triggered heated talks as officials debated regulations and inducements for skilled workers. Critics claimed haste and impropriety while supporters argued the plan would improve standards. The council adjourned for more information and possible Industrial Board action.
A sick female passenger was cleared by customs in five minutes in Sydney after complaints that officers were indifferent. The incident arose when she was due to be taken to hospital, with claims of lengthy processing and poor treatment by staff.
A blast has spurred demands to relocate hazardous industries outside the city. At tomorrow’s Greater Brisbane Council meeting, aldermen are expected to push for immediate action to end the fire risk.
A 52 year old constable faced legal proceedings following the Sra Couto incident. The official was remanded until July as investigations continue and the case proceeds to court.
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