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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 03, 1948
Page
2
The relatives and close friends are invited to attend the Mate Mise event in Jane Beewith. The notice requests presence and share in the occasion with family members.
Saturday play featured Shuett and Bourke contesting the lead with Bourke narrowly beating the field on the last approach. L.Rooras led A Grade with 8 under par, Ungton and Gilheim posted strong scores, while MeLechtam and Jordan posted notable rounds. Overall, Birdie runs and precise approaches highlighted the round as players navigated tough greens.
Readable fragment mentions women’s hockey scores and team names in confusion. Highlights include a defeat by 4 to 2 and other partial results involving YMCAs and nurses with several garbled phrases.
In A Grade action Northern Suburb 8 Gefentee Merten 1 defeated Raft 0. Old Cander Fant 2, Waray tab 4, Setealed University 4. Hi Geode and Barlue combined for 3 while HMC Li 4 Ea 1 Grade finished Fanden 3iterest 2. Northern Fuuiba 12 Eniversity 4. Wat Man 135 defeated.
The eighth and ninth weeks of the EER settlement dispute hinge on the outcome of a compulsory conference of AHP participants tomorrow. MF Hrung, assistant secretary of the Trade Council, notes the conference under the Commission, with Buck Tans chairing the compulsory meeting of striking Brewery maintenance workers and representatives. Seaman Law may be involved in potential court action during the proceedings at Stoney.
Weather notes show temperatures from am to pm with highs around 80s and lows in the 30s. Wind speeds reach near 12 mph with gusts, and rainfall not clearly stated. The report lists sensor readings at various hours and mentions wind direction and barometric cues.
The forecast calls for a dull period with showers and cloudy conditions. Winds shift from south to southeast with occasional rain bands developing in the eastern regions. temperatures mild and shifting as a boundary moves westward.
A voice argues Australians must resist any Security Council move to compel armed action over Palestine. The piece recalls Czechoslovakia and Sudeten German tensions, warning against partition by force. It stresses Australian public opinion against foreign troop deployment and urges adherence to justice and UN principles.
Their Excellencies the Governors and Mr W J McKenzie attended the Melbourne University commencement held at St John's Church yesterday. The Governor-General, the vice regal party, and university officials were present for the ceremony marking the annual event.
Report from Wembley as a large crowd of 95 000 supporters fills the stands for a Jeague Cup final. Northern teams contest the match with fans cheering and ringing throughout.
A readragged entry notes the Seaman F.C.W. wreaths presented by the Returned Servicemen's League. It references Australian forces from Tobruk and the Australian Division in a wartime context.
The text records Charles Birch and others debating the university's lack of purpose after World War II. It notes calls to restore clear convictions and Christian correlation to steer education from self-interest toward moral edification. It contrasts German and European university aims and stresses enduring ethical codes.
Applications for frewood and upl pillow delivery are being accepted by the Interior Department with fees required. Private vendors are stocking yards north of the Molonglo River as prep for sale, with early data showing weights around two tons rising to five later. wood sourced from outside the ACT will be delivered by departmental vehicles at a cost of 44/. 8.
An interclub badminton competition starts at the YMCA Recreation Centre onTuesday and runs fortnightly. Canberra teams and others compete with practice meetings planned at 7:30 pm. The Inter-club Team event begins next week with captains to be elected. The HY Club held a weekly meeting on Friday. twelve members will form a Canberra trip departing Sunday and returning Saturday. The Holy Show under the 26.0.4 is reported as highly successful with Rev. Secs actively assisting at the Tribes Centre.
The report chronicles Don Bradman’s majestic 375 not out as Australia reach an impregnable position in the merond match. Miller’s quick 100 plus support from Harvey and Barnes help push Australia to 497 with strong partnerships, while Bet on Bradman’s form dominates, though conditions and rain interrupt play near 400 runs.
London reporters describe a damp Lords day with Motton and Haberton in action as Yorkshire posted a total before J Haberton. Young bowled well, taking several wickets, while Laker claimed three for three. Other county details mention Oxford University 8/340 and Daw 8, Keighley. Rain disrupted Cambridge University versus Lancashire.
Nearly three thousand BeaUair migrants arrive at Fremantle aboard the Empire Brant. Most of the men grant one settee and ten of the four hundred children on board will come to the home school at Molong. The Empire Brant will carry about four ketpa to Australia tie H migrant.
Cardinal Spellman arrives for Melbourne church centenary celebrations at Saint Christopher’s, attended by Archbishop McGuire, Monsignor Haydon, and Australian clergy. The visit includes High Mass, diplomatic reception, and remarks on unity, faith, and Australia’s future under Christian civilization.
In a crowded Sydney cricket crowd, Johny Huewie of Carberry leads a selection list for the city’s country league squad. The article notes players like Andrews Newcastle and several city standouts, with Keatly and Hoberlawnnh among those named. Next Saturday the City team travels to Siginay Cree Ground to face the country side, with picks including Debelin, Johann City, and Churc hill among the 34 listed players.
An Oxford law student, Helm, won the Tagtoh Small FP Rol championship after a 26 hole match. He defeated Roberta two and who in a hard fought event marked by early setbacks and steady play to secure the title.
Senator McKenna announced a national Free Medicines Scheme to commence June 1. The plan would allow every doctor to prescribe drugs from a 600-item formulary and enable patients to obtain medicines through approved schemes or friendly societies at no charge. Dispensing would be managed by pharmacists with government payment, and exemptions covered urgent cases while ensuring proper prescribing and adherence to act regulations.
Davis Cup action spans London and Montreux with Elbrecht and Honner bowing out in doubles as Pakistan records a 7 to 4 win. Istanbul features Vigeve beating Gulnar 6 1 6 4 6 0 while rain halts play. In Berne Switzerland Bergen defeats Sweden 6 4 6 2 as events unfold with interrupted ties and uncertain outcomes.
Government officials and dairy industry representatives from about 50 ranches discuss a potential strike as they debate delaying a price increase. Court patience grows as talks continue with Sears and others watching for actions affecting March 1 hikes.
British aviation authorities report a fatal air loss over the Berlin area involving a British crew. The government seeks full compensation from the Bovlet Government for the crash and casualties, amid investigations and diplomatic tension.
London reports a Board of Trade announcement that Britain has reached an agreement with Hungary to increase imports of bacon poultry and certain raw materials and industrial goods in exchange for Britain providing raw materials and manufactured goods. The pact seeks to strengthen supply lines and industrial output amid wartime concerns.
A garbled report describes a vintage festival in Adelaide Australia, noting celebrations around a valley and an event featuring a parade or market. The text mentions anticipated crowds and plans for a similar event next year with staged performances and heightened consumer interest, though details are unclear due to OCR errors.
A Canberra repertory society report notes the need for strong local support for a planned Canberra production season. An emphasis on amateur talent, community engagement, and practical staging limits is presented as essential to the venture’s success.
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