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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Mar 24, 1944
Page
3
Fragmentary OCR yields a brief item mentioning a suspicious act or event in the town. Readable segments reference a notable incident or warning, with unclear names or dates. The note hints at local concern but lacks concrete details to identify people or places.
An amphibious jeep aids the search for the bodies of Australian soldiers Brian Frederick Ferris and Norman Peter Owen who drowned when a flat-bottomed boat overturned at South Port Bar. Two companions clung to floating chunks of debris until rescued as authorities work to recover the missing men.
Governor General approved awards to two RA'AEs for tor gallantry and devotion to duty in the South West Pacific. Temporary Wing Commander Gordon Henry Steege of North Sydney received the Distinguished Service Flying Medal while Temporary Squadron Leader Richard Henry Thompson of Kirribilli NS.W. was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross.
London residents witnessed a brief alert with coastward force in the evening. A smaller raid than recent attacks crossed the coast, with only a few aircraft reaching the London area and dropping flares. The coroner began proceedings into the Pyjama Girl case and a Gowrie Scholarship Fund appeal was noted.
Melbourne reports an inquest into the so called pyjama girl, identified as Linda Agostini by police but claimed by Mrs Routledge and others to be Ansa Philomena Morgen. Key witnesses include dentist William O'Brien linking teeth to a prior patient of Antonio Agostini, with testimony detailing the body found in a culvert and the varying identifications.
A fragmentary note describes Mr. F. Packer obtaining release from an organization abbreviated A.W.C. The readable text hints at Partonna or related names and a possible Brownian-styled residence but lacks clear details or context about dates, locations, or outcomes. The passage remains largely incomprehensible.
A coroner's inquest finds the death of Buith May Datty, 17, caused by mind ven ture after three days of illness. The verdict cites a reading error by S Holding and Co. Ltd confusing sodium nitrate with saltpetre but finds no criminal negligence. The girl acted of her own free will. James Maloney chemist is absolved.
The Treasurer Mr Chifley outlined war expenditure estimates in the House of Representatives. A bill seeks supply of 37 141 000 pounds to cover July and August, with 25 000 000 pounds drawn from revenue and the remainder met from loan appropriations.
In Sydney, Mrs Martha Wilson aged 70 of East Sydney died after debris from a house under demolition during a storm toppled and injured her on Monday. The incident occurred Thursday as rescuers attended the scene.
Royal Military College Entertainers staged the comedy Good Morning But at the Albert Hall to aid the Canberra Services Welfare Association. Seven players portrayed the wealthy suitor's romance with Dr Baily Smith. cast included Dr Harriet Drake and Anastasia. L F Bligh was stage manager with H Jamieson assisting. Miss Stewart conducted the overtures. produced and directed by A McDonald.
Government officials report No 5 pool nearing finality after more than two years of operation. No 8 pool payments total 13 million pounds with 26.9 million to growers. Deliveries and exports expected to adjust the season’s outcome, while No 6 and No 7 pools continue operation. Mr Cameron secures adjournment of debate.
London report notes Prime Minister Churchill said the government could not widen the 1939 43 Medal to cover the whole army involved in the Battle of Britain. Spurchil suggested most likely a single victory or allied war medal with broad application after the war.
The biannual meeting of the Hove Coursing Club will be held March 28 at 8 p.m. in Star Club Rooms Crawford Street Queanbeyan. Business includes a six month report and membership fee discussion. A strong member roll-up is urged.
In London, delegates including Reginald Purbrick of Melbourne and another born in Auckland debated social service for Australians and New Zealanders from birth to old age, emphasizing wide scope of welfare concerns and cross country viewpoints.
Multiple terse notices seek rental housing for an Army officer, his wife and child in Canberra or nearby areas. Requests mention South Canberra, Senate/Parliament House, and south side private board, with replies via Times Office Box 22. Other entries seek tenancy in Sydney North Shore and list various contact names and agencies.
An amending Trespass on Commonwealth Lands Ordinance made yesterday makes a person liable to a fine of up to £10 for trespassing on lawns and grassed areas within the city area.
The appeal argues a juror was bribed with £200, biasing Forbes's trial. It contends a document relating to the conviction was wrongly analyzed and Forbes seeks a fair retrial.
A Canberra weather note records a high of 79.8 degrees and a low of 91 degrees with a notable maximum temperature and two rain observations in the period. The report notes the maximum and minimum readings and the rainfall amount observed.
A black Kelpie named Manuka with no collar is reported missing near 13 St Perouse Street in Bhaca. A reward is offered by Fung F266 for information leading to the dog’s return from the Hospital area, near the spider shaped prove site.
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