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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 30, 1947
Page
2
Separate Cricket Status for ACT Moves
Separate cricket status for ACT anticipated as Canberra selectors plan a move to establish ACT cricket amid controversy. National football, rugby union and hockey are noted as other codes watched by observers while a committee prepares for a broader reorganization.
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Serra Malecturs
Snewt
Ares
Canberra
Jane
Pum
Champr
Mnape
Ioral
Avi Bts
Bewtee
Royal Canberra Golf Round Recaps Tight Greens and Close Scores
At Royal Canberra Golf Club a crowded field fought rough, uneven greens with leaders like J Mallesen and Mike among top finishers. B Grade saw J McMeekin and R Malay challenge, while Hy Premie and others posted solid 123 and 1881 point tallies in a tense day of play.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Recomen
Lome
J. Mallesen
Mike
Kollage
Seryerston
Celioway
Aroun
D. Meu Ina Rat
Myre
J. McMee
R Malay
J. Barwick
Hy Premie
Tonto
Workmen's Hostels for Canberra Plan Progress
A brief note reports a plan for new workmen's hostels in Canberra. The Development Committee, led by the Director of Works Mr Potts, discussed facilities to accommodate about 300 men. Officials hope the hostels will be ready within six weeks and be more comfortable than existing workmen's housing in Canberra.
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Cna
le Lion
Potts
Census in Australia Emphasizes Value Over Stocktaking
The text argues the census is not mere counting but a study of living conditions and social structure. It notes wartime disruptions and mood influencing 1083 census timing, stressing its importance for understanding future trends and government policy in postwar Australia.
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Ateort
Australis
Australia
Iman Ovcasion
Wing Petwona
Australi
High school YMCA clubs meet in Canberra
Delegates from YMCA affiliated high school clubs travel to Canberra for a seven day conference at the Canberra Church of England grammar school. Sessions cover Christian living in school and community, Australian conditions, and possible adoption of a bi-clipe style.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canberra
Arthur
Whoo Maffe
Southeast District Weather Forecast Closes In
Scattered showers over the highlands with cooler conditions. The forecast notes light to moderate precipitation, mainly on elevated areas, while lowlands remain partly sunny with a cool, brisk wind shifting from west to north.
Canberra Weather Summary From Saturday Report
Fragmentary weather notes from Canberra mix barometer readings and times in unclear units. Readable items mention a 2 pm and 8 pm reading, barometer at 30, and locations or stations such as Ind ia St and MRW.
Federal Golf Club Foursomes Championship Winners
The Federal Golf Club foursomes championship at Baturdey was won by Wy Were and BD Reynolda with a 7 ½ under card. Leading pairs included H Reynolde and BR Ware T Goodwin and K Sheadman A Meweah and J Grinkman, Giturmer and R Campbell, B Marker and K Werner, J Ayres and R Woods. An in conjunct event went to SB Mena and Brinkman with a 74 31.97 card.
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Baturdey
Reynolda
Canta
H. Reynolde
Ware
T. Goodwin
K. Sheadman
A Meweah
J. Grinkman
Giturmer
R. Campbai
B. Marker
K Werner
J. Ayres
R. Woods
RaGford
I. Hazes
Wool Packs From Low Grade Wool Flap At Conference
Australian wool conference delegates disclosed investigations into low grade wool processing and the making of wood packs from rotten paper compositions. The discussion warned of a possible jute shortage and the impact on next year’s production plans amid a South Africa related trade concern.
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Anc
Trombery Wederns
Wien
Ita
Uber South Africa
Dirlegates
Staff Quarters Expansion Plans Spark Association Push
Mr. Whiteford outlined an immediate expansion plan for the association to house personnel, aiming to ease labor and administrative needs. He noted better community access to housing and emphasized efficient allocation for shop layouts and manpower, with a focus on mitigating partition concerns and improving staffing readiness.
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Eowential
Fimloyers’ Amertation
Whiteford
cawonUal
Praia
Bécanan
la Ayal Ibdla
Visit of Montgomery to Canberra Detailed in Defence Impacts
The visit by Montgomery to Canberra is described as a major defence study. He will confer with Cabinet, assess empire defence, and discuss Australian and Pacific security with Ministers. The trip includes tours of military facilities and meetings with service and government leaders.
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Montgomery
Canberra
Tualnens
Proerie
Ant Montanmerys
Montgwanery
Canbers
Taurenay Aftarnaie
Lind Montgomery
Commonwealth
Mpire
Lord Montgomery
Australia
Pacific
Chamel House
New Scheme for Marketing Wool Planned
A new marketing scheme aims to stabilize wool prices by prohibiting sale of certain wool, operating under government supervision, with profits funding grower benefits. The plan seeks broad international cooperation, including New Zealand, North America, South Africa, and Australia, and would require legal enforcement to collect levies and support stockpile operations.
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France
Land
South Africa
Gesien
North
Bourne
Federation
Marton
Asta
Gorreet
Dappig
Carital Tang
ACT TENNIS RESULTS FROM SATURDAY MATCHES
Results from Saturday tennis show ACT players competing in multiple singles and doubles bouts. Key outcomes include notable wins by local competitors, with several matches decided in straight sets and others extending to decisive tiebreaks.
Retail prices not varied by 40 hour week
Mr McCarthy states that Petal traders would not be obligated to automatically adjust prices with the introduction of the forty hour week. Some traders already seek relief via higher prices, but increases will not be withheld if costs rise beyond the industry's capacity. He warns premature price rises are common after wage changes.
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Snew South Wales
Miniwoney
Mr. McCarthy
McCarthy
Ar. McCarthy
Preschool Centre for Ainslie Initiative Lacks Volunteers
The Ainslie Welfare Association plans a meeting to form a constitution for a preschool centre at Corrobaree Park. Officials note low volunteer interest delayed a two year project and warn that arranging one play-centre could affect nearby facilities at Wakefield and Garwan.
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Ainslie Prov '& Welfare Association
Nin Istrict
Reta
Corrobaree Park
Mothercrest
Wakefield Garwan
Amalie Uo
Tragic End to Hoyday Tour In Sydney Crime Scene
A bedside special court met after Horace Martin aged 29 from Kamien Avenue Revenby and George Broadman aged 25 from overly were injured in a Friday night tram collision on George Street. Martin died from injuries and Broadman suffered head injuries. both men were en route to Bourke for a holiday when the crash occurred. A third man, Francis Gail Saghor of Stanmore, remained in Royal Prince Alfred Hospital in critical condition. Police later stopped a car involved and arrested a man for failing to stop. detectives also visited a Flemington home and seized a car.
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Sydney
Horace Martin
Kamien Avenue
Byaney
Bourke
Amaah
Broadman
Buriney Wospital
Lene
Peteroham Yeaterday
Francis Gail | Saghor
Stanmore
Prince Alfred Hoastal
Erie
Flemington
Pansrasion
Mother and Baby Drowned Reported by Doctor
The bodies of a mother and her infant were found in a water area, with a doctor noting they had likely been there for at least four days. Identification remains incomplete, and date details are unclear from the available clip.
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Smiat
Mixed Division league results and practice match notes
OCR reads mixed division results listing teams such as Northbourne Braddon Kingston Flinders and Braddon again with numerous game counts and sets. The report references practice matches at Manuka courts with Canterra’s A team and Juniors, noting interclub competition and developing intersquad play.
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Alnaliy
Pete
Bradston
Railway
Northbourne
Sete
Fiala
Kinge
Barton
T Note
Tm.c
Forveat I
Det Reddunsti
Ainalle
Seta
Braddon
Seid
Acta
Kingston
Warton
Dhe
Btromlo
Rastlake
Gainen
Det Braddon
Flinders ii
Meta
Gasnen
Ghmun
Taéle
Geman
Harton
Straddoe
Gamma
Ainalle Tit
Swetu
Fames
Daf
Ant Laania
Gamnee
Tarralumlay
Abnake
Chifley Communicates Census Aims On Australia Population
Prime Minister Chifley outlines national census goals on public network. Officials intend to gather reliable facts about the Australian population, including income, unemployment benefits, and social services. Citizens are urged to obtain the consis Paper from police stations or post offices if not received.
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Wach
Chifley
Archites
Ion Court
Wilson
Chiney
Meat Board Meeting Moves to Probe Australian Meat Market
An Australian Meat Board conference at Canberra decided to form a committee from each organisation to examine the meat marketing system and report to the next meeting. The body discussed expending government steps to curb imports and regulate price conditions, with speakers arguing the need for reform and a unified inquiry.
Review Sought of Meat Killing Rates in Australia
The Minister for Commerce and Agriculture Mr Pollard is urged to start an inquiry into meat killing charges in Australia. The Australian Wool and Meat Producers Federation backed the move led by Mr PJ Merona from Victoria. The motion, calling for inquiry into stock billing charges with tax considerations, was carried on the votes.
Increase Sought in Mig Meat Prices in Australia
The Won and Meat Producers Federation conference on Saturday backed a request for a 2d per pound rise in pie meals and supported raising meat prices for export in Australia due to higher feed and container costs. The resolution urged the Pig Producers Federation to act and sought a higher price level for domestic sale.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Won
Federa
Baturday
Ronuluon
Feder
Australia
Baby Found Wandering Along Brighton Tram Line
A baby girl was found wandering near tram tracks by a surprised tram driver late at night in Brighton Le Monde. She wore a pink garment, was without shoes, and was taken to Pockdale police station for care and safety assessment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
Brighton le Monde
Pockdale
Centenary Anglican Commemoration Across Cities
A garbled account notes a centenary Anglican celebration with mentions of Melbourne Adelaide and Vancouver venues and clergy attending. The text references Archbishop Mow and various locations including Newcaste Mowil West and France, with unclear details about attendees and routes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydsey
Uscis
Aselige
Melbourne
Adelaide
Newcaste
Mowil West
France
Obama Whitby
Toront
Vancouver
Induction of the Week Under Debate in Parliament
The opposition led by Mr Treat argued 40-hour week policies would not deliver extra jobs and would hurt production. He warned an inflation spike, higher costs, and wage pressures jeopardize industry. Budget plans and proposals for a 4d or 6d increase faced heavy scrutiny.
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Busdsy
Treat
Treati
Ingustrien
Australian workers rally over 40 hour week amid overtime ban
Union leaders announced an overtime ban from midnight to protect workers during a dispute at North Mhoty Gas Company and other sites. Industrial meetings urged management to seek permission to apply a 40 hour wash, with further sessions planned to push for a standard week across the industry. Kir Bertram Stevens warned against adopting such systems, calling for broader action as an inquest into the tragedy of the week persisted.
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Ssi
Mersbert
ADU
Bre
Avenday
Formason
ATU
Psn
Inehide
Fae
Nkaly
Chiat
Campbat Street
Bertram Stevens
Australia
Ivan Worker
Detective to ply to Singapore for wanted man
Detective pursues a wanted man, claimed to be from Astralle. The report centers on a man who gave a name and was believed to be involved in various cases across Sydney and Melbourne. A pilot described a man seen near Red Soren, with a mysterious disappearance after a plane incident in Timor.
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Singapore
Astralle
Ysiney
Mel
Wyranam
Dave
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