This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 30 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Nov 01, 1948
Page
2
Local report describes an incident where a person named Aoy was shot in the eye. The account notes a struggle at a residence and mentions a suspect or involved party identified as Ore gesterl. The fragmentary text limits precise details, but the event centers on a violent act and initial inquiry conducted at the home.
Fragmentary OCR notes indicate a Baptist anniversary event at Cantera Church with scattered phrases about members, ceremonies, and attendance. Core names and details are unclear due to corrupted text.
A scrambled, era-lost report notes a 12 year tenure and a ceremonial attendance by Lord Norman as the Bank of England and Bank of International figures gather at Dale. It highlights Mr Cowbold drawing Norman's notice during a pivotal bank meeting, underscoring the event's importance to the institution.
A tablet packet was found near a Kingsbridge stop and recovered by a woman. The packet contained phenobarbitone tablets and was later returned to police by the finder the next morning.
Sydney report: cleaner Souith aged 94 from Baul Jase Hin injured when a motorcycle is struck head on by a truck in Windsor Peed Baulk. Pillion Tomiking, 34, died. rider sustains fractures and neck injuries, in critical condition after admission.
A fragmented forecast from the Eastern District cites uncertain readings and erratic winds. It notes cooler day expectations and potential rough seas, with scattered readings suggesting stronger southern pressure and variable temperatures along the coast.
A partial OCR fragment shows times and destinations with errors such as 2840 toch at 3 wae and Spree at 3 pny. It references Aeromites AY and SEA amu Me with scattered numbers, but lacks coherent context or complete items to form a fuller schedule.
Canberra Times articles discuss government licensing and proposed restrictions on broadcasting. Aimed at limiting wavelength allocations and expanding editorial oversight, the piece argues for safeguards against sensational or political content and warns of potential censorship.
A man aged about 45 is reported swept off Harbour Storm during Middle Harbour races. Water police battled tides as boats and seven crew members suffered cramp after seven water viewer boats drifted toward rocks. A yacht near Botany Bay was guided toward shore. a young married couple nearby reportedly escaped drowning when their houseboat at Berowra was stranded in freezing water. The vessel Manchester was foundering as gearboards broke free and the dinghy drifted away amid rescuers.
A fragmentary, garbled discussion compares front wheel drive to rear wheel drive. It notes length reduction and shaft elimination as advantages of front drive, while highlighting stability and braking concerns, and calls for further investigation into drive system merits.
A Sunday fire destroyed the second grocery in Barmedman area, with partial walls and charred doors reported. Volunteer firefighters organized a rapid chain to contain the blaze as several shop interiors suffered extensive damage.
Fragmented OCR text references stigma of charity and political figures, mentioning Mr Chifley and endowment figures. Irregular phrases suggest a discussion of social services as a model for world reform, with scattered mentions of poverty and dignity in care.
Visitors can view the memorial window at Walton Chapel Galkie, measuring 30 by 10 feet, on daily hours before its dedication on Sunday November 14 conducted by Reverend J Fe Mianohards. The furnishing will be installed after the dedication.
Elwyn Hepple, 39, an Australian seaman, drowned after aiding two women from a burning yacht. A memorial in Norfolk honored him with a public subscription drive that raised around 3,000 dollars for the consignment.
A government report says Britain's harvest is above the ten year average for wheat, barley, oats, and peas with a record potato crop. Despite storm damage, yields are generally better than farmers expected while late summer delays increased costs.
A draft tax policy faces Parliament with warnings from head of Chambers of Manufactures that higher levies on undistributed funds will push up prices. The director argues the move will erode purchasing power and hinder production efficiency, increasing burdens for consumers.
Astronomers report an eclipse visible across southern Australia with the sun dimming as clouds and daylight fade. Preparations include radio shynalists from call igto x camp and observers at Canberra and Mt Ron to record the event with photographs and patrols watching redial signals.
Two men died and two were injured in separate plane crashes near Forbes and Mudgee. Pilot Alyn Hawking perished after a takeoff near the aerodrome when weather forced a crash. Passengers identified include Ragpert Oma of Bullter and Kelvin Baseant, with accounts noting a forced landing and immediate fire. The service plane belonged to Neuwevalle Aerodamayed and the wreckage occurred shortly after takeoff. Both victims suffered severe shock. investigators prepared to determine cause and next steps.
Sydney reports a burglary at Bellevue Hill where a pawnbroker, WB Rosenberg, was attacked in bed. A thief entered via window and stole £300 from a husband’s trousers. The robber escaped through the window as police investigate the incident.
Sunday report from Kempsey area describes a civil aviation aircraft flight linked to the Santana inquiry. Officials and aviation experts testified on radio communications and possible misreadings as a test was ordered by the court. The hearing will continue tomorrow with full report to follow.
A Pittsburgh area report describes nineteen deaths in Donors Milltown after several days of exceptionally heavy fog and industrial smoke. An adjacent hospital lists twenty more affected. Health officials note many victims had cardiac or asthmatic conditions, with officials attributing the deaths to the dense smog.
Deluge of falling rocks from a high cliff at Simpson's Bay near Cape Schinck, Virvemila, noon today killed Colin Bibby, 40, of Maitland Steveley Trip, and injured his brother Kenneth Bibby, 36, of Flemington. Colin was struck by a rock truck. Kenneth received injuries and was treated at a local Alfred Hoy.
A car overturned four miles from Singleton this afternoon, killing the Rev Richard Garner 83 of Horangi and Miss Patricia Howell Laws of Wahroonga. Mrs Lane is injured and en route to Singleton Hospital. The vehicle was driven by Mixy Qinuthy Garner, daughter of the Rev A Garner, who was formerly matron of the Singleton District Hospital.
A major blaze in Wellington levelled a three story brick building housing the Levinant Company store. About 3,000 bales of wool and other goods were damaged in the fire. Eight vehicles were moved to safety as the flames caused extensive damage and the incident halted nearby activity.
The government will create a special fund to cover appeal costs for decisions of lower courts. Attorney General announces plan to finance the fund from court fees. One provision would require taxpayers to pay a premium related to the appeal outcome.
In a coal industry dispute, leaders from Litthe Prospect and settlement factions planned meetings across northern and western regions on Wednesday to push for an agreement. Williamms claimed no direct agreement between the AWXT and Federation. The federation prepared a plan to appoint a commission to oversee mining work and avert a strike as miners continued to operate under unresolved terms.
A wartime review shows tyre output remains below demand despite higher production. Prewar levels were 18808 per cent, recovery to 1908208 percent lags. cars bicycles and utilty vehicles still rely on limited rubber. The report notes Dart sectors face shortages, with demand rising beyond supply and prices pressured.
Police report indicates 90 year old resident Men Lowee O Keefe died after an apparent fall from a flight of stairs at her home. Neighbors described a troubled scene as the poet was found in bed and later pronounced dead. Authorities are investigating circumstances surrounding the death.
A Sunday blaze destroyed a home in Norrabrees with two fire brigades battling the flames. The incident damaged the property owned by Ber and Bre W Mingnasten and caused extensive losses to the occupants.
A garbled item mentions Mullay and a hockey context with scattered fragments about South Africa and possible dates or events. No clear outcome or names beyond Mullay are readable.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.