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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 23, 1949
Page
2
Camberrs Teen battled Tuesday evening in a 40 point clash, visitors with 14 points leading early as Gre and Frame impressed for Morin 9, while United Berches posted 38 with Neylan and Dooland contributing tries and Bater adding offense.
A disjointed report argues public funds should be conditioned on university students avoiding public disturbances. It urges the Senate of the University of Sydney to state what actions will ensure higher standards of decency and community responsibility, linking financial aid to campus behavior.
France plans to negotiate a new trade agreement with Prussia in June either in Paris or Moscow. The effort aims to secure favorable terms, though past negotiations have not fully bore fruit.
In Sydney on Sunday a government plan may appoint an expert to direct transport and night services to coordinate the transport system. The bill would remove the commissioner for road traffic and appoint a new transport chief. Mr Neale, aged 70 in June, hints at resignation if new legislation passes. Concerns arise over whether Mr Rhechen will keep the Transport portfolio when Mr O Sullivan returns from Canada.
Dutch soldiers may settle in Australia under a proposed treaty between the Netherlands and Germany. Australia would accept up to 9000 Dutch troops under 30, provided they are maintained and accommodated, with farmers and manufacturers aiding. The cabinet planned to approve a land grant to soldiers in Australia rather than return to overcrowded Holland.
A fragmented report notes Empire Day celebrations at Albert Hall with attendees including Commissioner A Boyle and others. The readable text hints at ceremonial events and participation but remains unclear on full outcomes or speeches.
Fragmented weather data shows barometer readings around 377 inches at 8 am and 30.063 to 30.084 inches later, with winds mainly from the northwest. Temperature highs near 99 and lows around 43, with showers noted on the ranges and cool, broken cloud cover.
In Leichhardt Stadium the bout between Law Grable and Taiwan White ended with Grable winning on a 16.4 to 15.42 score as both men crashed from the ring. After the decisive fall White’s challenged opponent Leichhardt and Al Costello, Billy Bielema and other fighters were involved in a chaotic exchange.
A fragmentary report notes a delegation within a union engaging with Parliamentarians. The dialogue centers on opposition to a motion and references a political figure, with unclear timeline and specifics due to damaged source text.
Plans describe diverting water from the Murray catchment via the Tooma and Monaro rivers to return water to the Murray. The scheme aims to create a true Moar dam network to feed Naothe Murremnidges and supply the Murray basin. Only Autwne and Adaminahy would be affected, with a long lead time before action.
Princess Margaret plans a visit to Paris with a private schedule at Balarday and a London-bound leg. In Venice she toured decorated gondolas, seen by witnesses during the prior day’s events. The fragmentary notes describe a royal itinerary and brief public appearances abroad.
The Canberra greyhound meet featured multiple stakes with close finishes. Navies Stake at 20 yards saw Red Meane and Bova Pratt finish near, while the Bat Wing event included Maid of Mir and Manley in a tight two-length gap. Survivor Lad led in the Canberra Stake at 990 yards with Brown Brian and The Mond close behind. Other events included Queanteyan Simte and Silent Dream in tandem finish scenarios with Nell Winn dominating the Device Stake at 230 yards alongside Cabby’s Toe and Lord Radiant.
The arm of Miss Kathleen Passaris a 2 year old typist was found in 3 feet of water after she was attacked yesterday. The body parts were recovered yesterday from the river near the wharf where the assault occurred. Police continue investigations as the search for the missing girl goes on.
Flooding isolates Burragorang Valley as rain soaks Riverina area. Authorities estimate rainfall totals around 208 points near Newcastle and 231 near Katgoria, with warnings for rising rivers. A Riverina dodger notes multiple breaches and efforts to restore access and monitor infrastructure.
Waratah defeated Barton 3 0 as Allen, Fulton and Cooney led a steady attack. Northern Suburbs drew with Waratah in a tight 1 3 game while University resisted Canterbury offer and Old Canberrans faced a tough loss. Roberts, Grooma and Groome scored in a patchy affair with strong defense from Waratah.
A fragmentary item notes Princess Elizabeth and related topics with garbled OCR text. The readable parts mention royalty and a periodical update but lack clear event or date details. The piece resembles a clipped news brief or notice about royal condition or coverage.
A fragmented editorial discusses States and Unison possibly challenging uniform taxes by referendum if needed. The piece favors preserving taxation principles while debating potential constitutional rebates and their replacements amid ongoing policy tensions.
Redfern police are investigating an indecent assault on a girl around 7 p.m. Friday. The girl, accompanied by an older sister and her brother, was walking to the pictures when a man seized her near Pitt Street and dragged her toward Acrees Street before fleeing. police are seeking information.
The discussion centers on housing allocations in Canberra during a construction phase. Ministers debate the ratio of housing to prime workers, with calls to shift from private neglect to equal emphasis on employees in need. The Chamber of Commerce offers to meet ministers to supply essential data shaping priority.
Sunday in London, Douglas Harris of New Zealand won the half mile at the universities championship, defeating Olympic 400 metres champion Arthur Vint in a record time. Harris finished in 3.7 seconds faster than the previous mark, achieving a notable victory on international turf.
Reports from America claimed HMs Majesty met Creamment at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester Minnesota two weeks earlier, a claim described as palpably absurd. The May 4 meeting at Buckingham Palace reportedly included two doctors and Knighted Uren.
A fragmentary Alabama notice records the birth of a baby boy at a hospital on a recent night. The 0-year-old black servant is mentioned, with unclear relation to the birth and no further details available beyond the infant’s birth and the mother’s good condition.
A Tiger Moth made a forced landing at Glenfeld freearsch station after a crash near Harry Street. The pilot escaped injury. Police say the aircraft landed about 900 feet from the takeoff point and rolled into a field. details stay unclear due to damaged text.
British railway workers in the northeast plan a one day strike every Sunday in protest of a long distance train operation scheme. About 46 000 workers are affected as the railway executive delays or withdraws the plan with crews spending nights away from home.
A terse update reports that Meran expedition teams made progress despite ongoing uncertainty about underwater conditions near Tauro. Officials acknowledge no definitive readings yet and promise further testing and analysis as operations continue.
A disorganized OCR fragment reports a Stop Work meeting of unionists may be cancelled. The disputed text suggests a committee review on exemptions and a decision by the ALWU head office to advise members not to participate in any stoppages. Further efforts to reschedule appear tentative for Thursday.
A meeting at Balmain Lie morning addressed the strike protesting the sealing of the As eUAAT Natives secretary and planned criminal charges. The right committee discussed actions against those distributing cards and potential government assistance, with delegates pledged to full support if charged.
Eleven men were arrested by Canberra police during the weekend and remanded until June 4. Charges include riding while intoxicated, riding without a license, insulting words, and liquor use near a dance hall. One man faced public place disturbance charges.
Post mortem results show the elephant died following a fall at the Sydney zoo. Officials say jealousy or aggression may have influenced the incident, with staff detailing the sequence of events leading to the animal’s collapse and subsequent death.
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