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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

May 01, 1954

Page

4

Victorian Dogs Lead National Sheepdog Trials at Manuka Oval

Victorian dogs dominate the National sheepdog trials at Manuka Oval, led by A. Miller of Monumtoria with 634 points in heats. Victorian owners fill the top four positions as crowds observe a bustling afternoon. Field Marshal Hi William Bilm and Lady Shiny attend, while judges and competitors prepare for the decisive day of competition.

Manuka Oval A. Miller Monumtoria William Bilm Shiny Tees

Petrov's Dog Seeks New Home After Loss in Canberra

The legation received many offers to care for Petrov's dog after his wife’s death. Mr E Scott, dog ranger, confirmed the animal’s long history since being brought from Sydney over two years ago. Efforts focus on finding a private home, with authorities awaiting a suitable Canberra guardian.

Petrogie Hornet A.B. Flo Legation Rox Canberra Requeat Bey Almoat E. Scott Department of the Interior Petrova Sydney Bott

Funeral of Mrs E M Stafford at St Joan's Church

Funeral services for Mrs E M Stafford were held at St Joan's Church yesterday. Cabinet ministers and the cabinet sent wreaths. Mea Giafford was named as wife of Mr Alt Stafford, a former Prime Minister chauffeur. She died the day after a long illness, one day after the couple’s 20th wedding anniversary.

E. M. Stafford A. 8. Brown Ath Mary Stafford St. Joan's Church Yenterday Teenoon Mea Giafford Wan Alt Stafford Phura Aniversary

Compulsory Two Day Tanga Practice For Werriwa Regiment

Toeny Jumcer of Werriwa Regiment and Lt Col Sheppard stated last night that the two day tanga practice this week was compulsory. The camp this weekend and next weekend formed three days, part of the half year home training. The annual camp remained an additional obligation.

Toeny Jumcer Werriwa Regiment

Federal Finance Arranged For Wheat Storages

The Commonwealth Government may approve steps to ensure adequate storage for Australia’s 1959 wheat harvest. Cost up to £3,500,000, with finance arranged to avoid delay. Storage facilities to be constructed quickly, with state authorities handling mortgages and bulk storage oversight. Depreciation and operating costs included. no extra expense beyond depreciated value.

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Painter Remanded On Charge Of Manslaughter

A painter, McNell, was remanded after a lorry crash on Altona Avenue left Atkins dead. Courtney said McNell was questioned and observed under the influence. An eight day remand was granted to allow further inquiry as police pursued the case.

Painter Wawer Retty Nuraliinaly Pena Ani Neon Hayes AnfGenias Nyaa Pillar Amialie Avarnir Granind Ielver Leah Jina Ste. J. le Maguire Onpowe

Bridge opening delayed by week long rain settlement

A departmental spokesman said the Murram bridge opening, once planned for 5 yesterday, will now open about near today. Heavy rain delayed work all week and the bridge will be permanently marked as closed to traffic until work to lay water pipes is completed under the design.

Murramidgne Uriarra

Woman Sues Man Estate For Breach Of Promise

Margaret Charleen of Severn Street Box Hill sues the estate of the late Farman Murphy for £10,000 alleging a breach of promise to marry. The writ states they first agreed to wed around 1942 and again in 1948 and 1952, and that Murphy failed to marry before his death.

Aslbourne Promin Margaret Charten Severn Street Box Hill Supreme Court Farman Manor Fran Lettie Murphy Glenenié Haku Mawchorn Mucpig Ming Charlee Murphy Bhe Misa Charles

Fraser Calls For Action At Brickworks Report

Mr Fraser urges prompt measures at brickworks as conditions worsen. unions and department officials acknowledge issues with damp yard conditions and production delays due to wet weather. Delays hinder timely brick supply and raise concerns over funding for repairs and drainage improvements.

Fraser Apertion Maui Evry Hunan Ulan Department Emoors Bruner Union Une

Queen Opens Nile Sluice Gates In Uganda

Reported in Jinja Uganda a historic royal ceremony as Queen Elizabeth opens sluice gates on the Nile dam project. The event, tied to a broader plan linking Lake Victoria and Lake Albert, was marked by security measures against Mau Mau threats and a pledge to aid irrigation for Egypt and Sudan.

Uganda Jinja Cuanda Keamitian Owe Viste Lda Matias Gilmper Winston Churchil Apo Winston Journal Ulat Nile Centre Africa Andrew Cowen Lot Mya Ake Victoria Stor Ake Lake Albert Crnal Naah South Sudan Egypt Anyate Mau Cary

Coastal Radar To Improve Cyclone Warnings

A plan to install coastal radar stations along the western shores and around Brinbame aims to boost cyclone warning effectiveness during the season. Government will consider a new radar network after the election, with Visitation of warnings to threatened areas in New South Wales and beyond.

Australia Atubley Ruckhampton

Sheepdog auction at Manuka nets £550 top bid

At Manuka Oval bidders paid £550 for a set of sheepdogs. The sale was led by auctioneer Fowler Col e linked to Mr Moment Creek Vicoria, with Mitre Bil a standout example sired by Hyneton Avton. The event occurred during a national championship run-off in Melbourne.

Hamptonshige Manuka Buvere Fowler MM Alan Moment Vicoria Hyneton Avton Canterey

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