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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 17, 1949
Page
3
Canberra players Buckle under pressure as local entrants face early exits in state titles. Despite strong showings from Tamworth and Wagga teams, key matchups produced decisive margins with Beck, Tamworth, and Canberran entries advancing or bowing out as rounds proceed.
Bower defeats Boojal Club rival 190 to 183 in a Canberra Fireside frame night. McDonnell also claims a separate Frooker title, with a close second frame in reach before errors limited a comeback.
A man identified as Bydney faces a malicious wounding charge at Parramatta Court. The case involves Thornes Taleo Cowen, 13, and witnesses Obnaan Hal and Hitke. Details show alleged harm to property and concerns about safety in the area.
A solemn high mass will be held at St Christopher's Church today at 10 00 a m The Archbishop of Canberra Goumarn Be TB will conduct the ceremony The Bishop of Canberra Goulburd or Young will address the congregation The service will include a requiem Mass for Monaignne PM and a large assembly of over 100 priests will attend to honor the deceased Tour wowiky aig and other names appear in the readable text but are unclear The event reflects a significant religious gathering with senior clergy present
A chaotic scene at a Grimith ground Sunday featuring a terrier pursuing a hare through a crowd. Players and officials struggled as the dog darted amid the match, causing confusion and stoppages.
Canberra rugby league reports a tense clash as Canberra City faces rival teams in the Mi o Cup race. Star players such as Hawke McIntyre Hidaon and Bullebumbery starred for Wert City while Caviar Way featured Hatta Sennun and Burke. The report highlights brilliant defense and attacking flair, noting City’s vigorous counterattacks and the glamour of the league.
Sydney police report a Woolworths store robbery in Market Street. Four assailants involved fled with goods, pursued by bystanders who confronted them before escaping. No injuries reported. investigation ongoing.
Canberra XV prepares for a May 26 meeting with United Services at Manuka Oval as Navy Army and IAAF combine to form United Reviews. The Canberra side lists Wullsback Brill Wilson and many others in a bid to tighten weaknesses shown against St George AMA while selectors include J C Banne t and M Mitchell among others.
Late cabinet decision allows owners of existing buildings to apply for conversion into flats. Applicants must submit to the Ministry of Works and Local Government by January 7, 190%. The regulation aims to address housing demand by providing rental accommodation for hundreds of people.
Three people were seriously injured when a car crash occurred while traveling in Meanny. George Johnson of Muakingun suffered a fractured left forearm and facial injuries. Joan Johnson, his wife, sustained facial injuries and a broken limb. Mrs Crowe of Huakinsoh had injuries to her right elbow, face, chest, and other harms. Ambulence officers directed aid to the scene.
Raymond Averitt, Raymond Dobwen, and George Baddington were remanded in Melbourne City Court on charges of criminal assault and breaking into the home of Mrs Stevens at Ashburton. The trio, aged 32, 20, and 21, were accused of using a weapon and stealing clothing and goods valued at about £100, including a baby’s clothing.
Grace Buller, 26, mother of four, was fatally struck by an electric train in the morning near Banks Town. She had recently been under treatment by a nerve specialist and left her home in a mentally troubled state before the accident.
Lighter supplies of stock at Homebush led to a firm market with ongoing inquiries for prime cattle. Prices for prime steers and cows showed modest gains while prime bulls and vealers moved at varied levels, reflecting cautious demand from buyers.
The Cabinet authorized preparation of a draft regulation to establish a single body for transport, tramways, main roads and maritime services. Acting Transport Minister W F Ghockant will oversee the draft with experts advising on staged replacements of tramway buses and closer coordination among Road, Tramways, and Main Roads departments under ministerial direction.
Melbourne Monday Four Bain and others, claimed to have breached conditions on arrival in Australia, faced charges as prohibited immigrants. They were described as persons who came to Australia illegally and failed to pass a dietation test. The department's lawyer argued the men had not complied with permitted terms and could return to Europe soon, with possible sanction to seek entry through Germany.
A typist identified as Puasatin, swimming about five feet deep, was mauled by a shark near shore in Perth. The attacker bit a portion of her left arm and fled toward Broome Hospital where she was admitted for treatment.
The Australian bantamweight champion Pley Bennett arrived in Sydney confident he will defeat American Cecil Schoonmaker at the Sydney Stadium on Monday night. Bennett, an aborigine, has trained steadily to keep his weight within the bantam limit and aims to deliver a strong performance. Also appears a clutter of housing and rental classified lines, including accommodation vacant and wanted notices across Canberra and Parramatta.
A jumble of notices seeks work in cleaning and general duties, with Saturday and weekday shifts offered. Separate listings request contact for a missing tapestry bag, a 1927 Buick and other vehicles for sale, plus car and furniture ads and auction notes across Kingston and suburbs.
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