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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

May 17, 1949

Page

4

O'Connor proposes temporary bus service study

A deputation from the Tur ing Progressive and Welfare Association urged the Minister for Live in Revlow Mr HM Johnson to plan a temporary bus service for residents. An official suggested the buses would use an altered route due to limited street access. Residents favor a garden city development with blocks near parks and gardens, but a safe approach is sought to prevent disruption.

Bt O'Connor Wiwnaport Turing Progrean and Welfare Revlow HM Johnson

Manuka Leads National Football Standings Unbeaten

Manuka tops the National Football standings as the sole unbeaten team amid tight percentage race. Raatiake and Turner fight for second with Queanbeyan and Acton trailing, while Northbourne Oval hosts a key clash. Queanbeyan meets Rastlakce with York Park set for Acton clash.

Manuka Amatie Ie Raatiake Turner Queanbeyan Percenages Actonip Saturdany Amalie Vr Ture Northbour Oval Rastlakce Stanutzs Acton York Park

New Guinea Inquiry Calls for Probe Into Graft

Sydney reports political pressure mounted for a formal inquiry into graft in the New Guinea timber trade. Mr Justice Ligertwood spoke today on the matter, urging examination of timber concession dealings and the authority behind them.

New Guinea Sydney Justice Ligertwood

Canberra rifle club report and inquiries reveal tensions

The Canberra Rifle Club meeting covered inquiries into alleged ministerial graft involving Hancock and Gore. Crown Prosecutor Crouch discussed statements by Shand and witnesses, while gun range events drew 38 shooters with notable scores and awards to Laird and White as conditions remained favorable yet challenging.

Eaward Robert Crouch Shand A. A. Wilken McGill Hancock Gore Ligertwood McChl Audrean HR Crouch Hany Sack Hs Meterans Ff Hancock Crouch Milter Kc Ward Ferrell Mont Boatéra Acore Keith ‘White Laird Born Laird Canham G. Hay K. White Lloyd Ridley Pitt Cony le Mer. Carty Noakes Tay Litton J Hanlasm Bretntow B A McCarty L. Biewitt K McCarty Webb Shain A. Fouree Hudson Mulligan Huseey Tripp al Ro Folito J. Prieally A Challis Lowen McLeod J White O'8be

Panelboater Charged With Assault on Girl

A Canberra hospital maternity wing scene described as a assault by a panelboater named Aubin. The incident allegedly occurred near Rookwood Cemetery. Authorities report the suspect Faces charges and related court proceedings. Hospital redevelopment plans include a three story maternity wing extension with confinement units and upstairs shell.

Sydney Kurkong Auburn Rookwood Cemetery Taylor Seid Phare Maher Alan Aubin Moi Waltrens Bergvant Aubuen Canberra Wyleusyrenlautii Kara Walleens

ALC Basketball Round Sees Weak Showing and High Scores

ALC basketball teams played at the Drill Hall on Saturday night, with Baits routing K.M.C.I by a record score. YMCA 1, the only undefeated squad, defeated RAMCO HT, while TALC suffered a stiff loss as BALTE and other teams posted uneven results. Tomorrow’s schedule lists BALTE facing VMC.AL TH at 7:15 pm and Arta Battalion arriving at Lawich XMAS 1 at 8:49 pm.

ALC Baits K.mc.i Uneen YMCA Ramco HT

Observation on Crouch Case By Br Bhand

The brief remarks note Crouch withdrew and suggest that his conduct was protective not deceitful. McGil defends Crouch, saying no dishonorable action is evident and Hancock and Gore directors may not have known the minister was involved. Olgermwond questions the directors attendance and the common pattern of tricks explaining how victims fall for them.

Crouch Br. Bhand Croueh Mr. McGu Hancock Gore Sharine Justice Olgermwond Rd Suanicona McGil

Assault convict fined in Canberra bar incident

Edward Donoghue, 34, appeared at Canberra Court for assaulting Erika Tumsevics in the Hotel Civic bar. He pleaded guilty and was fined £10 with 20 days to pay. The magistrate noted too many assaults in Canberra bars. Tumsevics and police statements described the altercation and remarks.

Canberra Edward Donnoghue Hooror Cotter Erika Tumsevics Hotel Civic Donoghue Polies Tumacvica

Stock Inspector Charged With Sheep Larceny

Wagga. Thomas E K Ryan, inspector of the Wagge Pastures Protection Board, appeared before the court charged with stealing 217 Corviedale sheep valued at £687 10s, belonging to John Napier of Gregadoo. Remanded by Mr Quiggan until June 27 with £200 bail.

Wagga Thomas E, K. Ryan Wagge Pastures Protection Board Corviedale John Napier Gregadoo Quiggan Wan

Vehicle collision near Wentworth Avenue injury report

Mr H Grinnam and his passenger Miss St Brown were treated for minor injuries after a crash with a panel van driven by Mr Hones near the Big Gun, Wentworth Avenue yesterday. Both left hospital after treatment for abrasions and slight damage to vehicles.

H. Grinnam Miss St. Brown Sniger Hones Wentworth Avenue Gore

Royal Canberra Golf and Male Singers Rally Promising Day

Organisers announce a combined event at Royal Canberra featuring a golf pennant match and a concert by the Canberra male singers. The program includes a recital and a representation by Magra Chit with plans for appearances in Goulburn and Canberra venues later in the year.

Goulburn Royal Canberra Waterloo Vinita Bunlay Hull Canberra K. Ley Feadinean Mitch Aines

Three Years Gaol For Vicious Assault In Sydney

A 23 year old technician Héminie Boyle was sentenced to three years imprisonment at the Quarter Sessions today for a vicious assault at a hotel on November 20. The Crown alleged a wine bottle attack by Maree Cowan and others, with injuries requiring hospital treatment and two weeks in hospital. Judge Renahaw called the assault a vicious act.

Sydney Momtay Héminie Boyle Crown Marni Cowan Sehen Cusyan Doyle Hivl Hin Wenn Renahaw

Hesilits Were TT Todkill Beat Lo Colo 8 1

In a tense match results show Hesilits Were TT Todkill defeating Lo Colo 8 to 1. Powell won at the 20th hole over J Collin. Galloway lost to Hurley 7/6. Bradford defeated Corrigan 1 up. C McGuigatt and Ri Day Va were noted in play.

Hesilits Todkill Lo Colo Powell J. Collin Line J. Galloway Hurley R. Crombie Tre Gurl Bese Griniin Bradford Corrigan C. McGuigatt

State Lottery Numbers Drawn in Sydney Listing Syndicates

Sydney draw announces prizes with syndicate names and winners including Black Cat Syndicate Leeton Fy Hila Stanmore and Wings Syndicate G.S. Tall from Sydney. Other prize references include Ana Wor Me and Two Black Cats with addresses and winners such as Mrs Florence Kirkham and Mrs T Wills. Lottery No. 1848 to be drawn Wednesday.

ACTH BM Humpfinsen Salt Street Leeton Fy Hila Corunna Road Stanmore Black Cats Mrw Foerence Kirkham Sydey Atwun Mrn T. Wills Ictoria Moihsi Byadieute Mra Cat ‘Age Jellicoe Treet Huratville Grove Huratvilt Byndicate Re Mills Tallerain Club Sydney Wings Syndicate G.P.O Re. Hawes

Sluggish Liver and Biliousness Remedy Advised

An old notice promotes Dr Morse’s Indian Root Pills as a remedy for sluggish liver symptoms, coated tongue headaches dizziness heartburn and low energy, claiming improved digestion and brighter health. It warns of toxin buildup and blood impurities if the liver remains inactive.

Morse

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