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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Oct 04, 1944
Page
3
A drought grips the North Coast causing cattle to die from insufficient pasture and overs feeding while southern districts report wheat withering. Officials warn that even irrigation and clover-fed cattle struggle as conditions worsen across Riverina and nearby areas.
Report notes a calm industrial scene at Broken Hill with no mine stoppages for twenty years. Officials say the peace reflects improved relations between employers and workers and a commitment to stable production.
A Central Court fined Robert O Halloran £10 for driving a car under the influence on September 7. The document notes extenuating circumstances and mentions prior events including a day earlier disturbance and a parliament-related correspondence.
Fragmentary report notes a legislative debate on divorce evidence by affidavit replacing oral testimony after November 1. Messrs Landa and Macdonald urge discussion of pew rule announced by Supreme Court judges and Premier Baddeley to refer one matter to later justice.
A foreign news note describes an American observer’s impressions of Australia, mentioning a writer planning to craft a piece for an American newspaper. The fragment hints at reflections on visas, commentators, and cultural exchange during a colder season.
In Melbourne on Tuesday Percy Stephene quoted MW Commissioner for Poller Mr MacKay as ordering him not to hold a Australia First Movement meeting in Manly on March 5, 1942 fearing trouble. Stephene said MacKay refused to put the order in writing and alleged Canberra sources spurred a raid on Stephene’s wireless equipment.
Lottery draw Ni 1108 listed prizes and syndicate names including Change of Luck with FE M. Gittoes 47 Mitchell Street St Leonard, and Moon Whip 22 Station. S. Trefly Syndicate J Trefle Cute Yeoval Farm prize John Arthur Fadley. Lottery Sir 1 207 to be drawn Wednesday Woods Great Peppermint for colds.
Council backed moapitat board efforts to obtain Bentint and dental services at the clinic. reports discuss hospital services, phone placements, and public amenities. Proposals cover street lines, way park, and public transport considerations, with officials to submit service options and oversee center development.
The Sydney exchange chair announced adjustments to ceiling share prices for 72 investments and seven minute shares. The move aims to ease tax concerns for estates and those facing forced sale, with concerns raised about impact on holders and market liquidity.
The Red Cross converted the residence of the State Governor at Mulvero to house 160 patients with volunteers staffing the day. Occupational therapy and crafts such as pottery weaving and woolwork were offered. Some participants were specially trained to weave using one hand.
Three aviation trainees faced fines after pleading guilty to stealing aviation petrol. The tribunal found Charles Wont, Thomas Cashin, God Mubead, Tout, Ronald Caney, and CT Wy liable for theft of multiple barrels of petrol and related items. Cashin and Mubead received five pound fines per theft charge plus additional penalties for related items. Different defendants were fined for stealing 74 gallons or more of aviation fuel and associated products.
In Adelaide a grisly murder scene is described with a victim bound and bludgeoned. A Chinese seaman named Lee Pay Sung is identified posthumously as the victim. authorities report a Chinese suspect and an arrest following the investigation. The mutilated body was found in the port river with a bag over the head and blankets draped.
Canberra's team defeated Binda in a multi-game visit week, with Rev YE Whiting praising the hosts. Notable participants included Gamberu team members, ministers, and players like Clement, Howard, and Le. The event highlighted friendly rivalry and memorable performances across divisions and showcased local sports figures.
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