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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Oct 01, 1946
Page
4
Notice of bill to national authorities proposes to convert gas works to produce gas from brown coal. The plan targets Melbourne with a four month timeline to take over existing gas production and pipe systems, signaling a major shift in energy sourcing.
In Los Angeles Pauline Geta captured the women’s title with a 6 2 6 2 victory over Dorothy Bundy. Kramer won the Paside South es champions in a match ending 6 6 8 2 and 26.
The trotting meeting at the Trotting Club Showground scheduled for October 1 is postponed due to dusty conditions after recent rain. Organizers cited safety concerns for horses and spectators.
Cecil Henry McPherson of Venculo was charged at Central Court with the theft of 38 000 one gallon petrol coupons and remanded until Friday. The case alleges he acted in a principal role in a scheme involving two other men.
A悉 ragged report from Homebush notes buyers confronted by a heap of lambs and hoggets with Bead pricing offered. Prices rose 1 to 2 shillings on last sale rates for best lots. trade quality bulk supplied. Prime wethers reached 14 shillings, hoggets to 48 shillings, and 148 head yarded amid keen competition. prime cattle and cow beef also show strength with high prices.
Fragments indicate Fred Johnston of Canberra involved in a cricketer practice squad selection for Manuka. Other players named include Hum Umeoustley and Charen Price Bathurst. A trial in Sydney last season did not secure a NSWL team place. lingering questions about selection and performance remain.
A U S patrol bomber took off from Perth for a non stop flight of about 6080 miles and crossed Australia in 10 hours 6 minutes before returning over Milne Bay. The craft maintained high speed throughout the mission.
Gusty, squally conditions marked the opening round of the Australian Open as most players failed to break 80. Peter Hoard shot 73 after a 37 first half, Erle Cremin posted 74, and Danie Pickworth struggled then finished 80 plus. Victorian amateur R F Brown led local hopes with a strong 38 closing push to near qualification.
The market ruled from par to five percent above last week with broad competition, the Continental and Yorkshire buyers prominent with U.S.A. support for suitable linen. Greasy merino fleece sold to 40 d for 18 bales of Kalabadsh/Mudges. comebacks and cramabreds also met widening demand at full values.
Only three portable pre fabricated huts were sold for 20 pounds at the Disposal Commission sale at the RAAF aerodrome on Saturday. Weathered masonite walls deterred bidding. The lowest bid was 17 pounds. Buyers from all walks attended including farmers and public servants, while contractors showed little interest. The huts will be reused for garages play rooms and a cana for a flaking. A representative from the Department of the Interior attended but did not bid.
President W Dunbar urged caution as the Alpine Club prepares for the hiking season. Mt. Franklin clubhouse will act as a rest house and fire watching post with two way radio to aid bush-walkers near virgin country. The club plans land hikes to maintain paths after recent closures.
A garbled OCR fragment lists numerous horse names and race terms such as The Sirdar Flying Duke Rubottine and Centenary. The text also includes odd spellings and stray numbers, suggesting a racing index or catalog from a bygone event with unclear context.
The fret prise In the' Beal Lottery No 190% was drawn, won by Mr Harry Bru peEre city curio dealer, his third first prize. Aggregate winnings in the State Lottery and other subscriptions total about £40,000. Other winners include Second Prize No "T3767" area Smart Boys Syndicate, A. Maasa- Javec, 44 Griffith Road, Furrald. Third Prize No 1029 "Koon ican" Syndicate, Mrs Conlon Alma Road Maroubra. Fourth Prize No 65777 "Band lip" Syndicate, Walter Scott Park 1 Sydney Street, Murwell Lottery No 1384 to be drawn tomorrow.
A group of 17 war veterans from Yass traveled to Canberra to view sights including the Cotter Dam and the War Memorial. An ex Light Horse member reflected that the trip could be among the last such visits, expressing homesickness for Yass and a wish to remain longer in the capital.
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