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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Oct 05, 1948
Page
3
A Randwick man reported a wallet taken from his pocket. The incident occurred in Sydney on Monday with the wallet later recovered in a smoking shop near Malabar. Detectives searched for a lead at the Leger betting venue but found no solid trace yet.
Newcastle police report a dispute between two women yesterday ended when one allegedly bit the other's ear during a wrestle in Charlestown. Detectives found a woman at Doxoe Yard in Charlestown this morning. The incident occurred at the range and is under investigation for bodily harm.
A garbled report from Melbourne on Monday notes skepticism about a potential Ennis team traveling to Japan. It mentions a Japanese port and alliance tensions, with Norman Brakes as a cited figure and concerns over formal signing between nations.
An Anglican church in Adelaide faced an attempted arson reported Monday. A parish caretaker discovered scorched prayer books and candy remnants around the altar while tending to the church, with no serious injuries or fire spread noted.
Heavy bookings fill the Dyal Ball tournament on Friday with fifteen bouts in a program that includes junior bantamweight and eight rounders. Contenders like Chrissie Noonan and Armatrong headline a card featuring Murphy, Hearthy, Bennett, Moore, and Mills in various weight classes amid reports of tight matchups and standout performances.
New Zealand golfers beat Australia 4.5 to 1.5 at Royal Melbourne. In singles, B Sir of NZ defeated Australia’s D Woon 6/8, H Hatteraley fell to B Clading 4/2, and D Tanatralia beat A Hornrook. The result underscores NZ form in intercontinental play.
A reported influx of migrants reached Sydney aboard vessels from Britain and New South Wales. The article notes 87 children under 18 among the passengers and mentions fears and waiting periods for passage. Many sought to save funds for the voyage as part of the large migration.
Melbourne reports note Buonarrot Boy rising in Melboune form as a top Caulfield Cup contender. Royal Gem, owned by Adelaides G Redman, could avoid balloting by future trainers, with implications for final field. Purcell’s ride on Lang’s mare disrupted Edward Mansfield Stakes plans and left Royal Gem as a hot probabilistic pick for the spring classic.
The Department of Interior is urged to build tennis courts in the district while a basketball court was erected in Hackett Gardena despite local tennis club opposition. Delays due to fencing wire and pipe shortages are noted and temporary practice courts are proposed. The association promotes a basketball club and plans an annual Christmas party for O'Conner children.
Reported multiple fatalities and injuries in a series of road accidents. Roy Maddon, 31, killed after leaving Randwick Racecourse when struck on Allaon Road. Kevin Hector Howard, killed near Mile Home in Pennant Hills after colliding with a car. Norman Pletcher, 24, injured in Canterbury Road collision. Police describe one incident as a man running into traffic. Weather noted as inclement with coastal road dangers.
A passenger named Erwin collided with a freight train near Adelaide on a 19 day HM tram line. The van derailed, undercarriage ripped, guard sustained minor injuries and was treated on site, with trains held up for several hours.
Melbourne Monday final day's wool sale split evenly between merino and crossbred types from Riverina and Northern Victoria with some Western District lots. European buyers led by France and Belgium. Continental demand strong. Prices averaged 10 to 15 percent cheaper than opening rates with some lines 3 to 10 percent cheaper. Top price reached 14 guineas.
The Qantas Constellation bound for London faced repeated delays due to incomplete maintenance work. Ten passengers were being accommodated by chartered airliners as New Zealand Prime Minister Fraser and British Commonwealth officials observed the disruption. The flight, scheduled for Saturday night at 10:50, was delayed total 26 hours with further postponements reported.
Old notice warns the public about handling unexploded projectiles found near the royal military college area. It urges reporting to military police and states no reward for aiding the discovery. The text mangled mentions names and times, with a cautioned area and a safety notice issued on a Wednesday.
Public warning on criminal cases, rewards for information, and multiple job adverts for young women and nurses. Notices invite apprentices to Fulldressing salon, housemaid positions, cadet nurses, and general messenger duties with contact details for interviews in Canada.
An Ewa man faced charges after a public altercation in Canberra. He appeared in court at Berra Court Use Morning for the hearing on the charged incident.
A terse report notes a moving experience as authorities tally Dorr count figures amid ongoing operations. The article emphasizes procedural steps and community impact without sensational detail.
A garbled advertisement fragment touts reduced fares from Trese Anstratine and related lines. It mentions factory direct pricing and savings on cars, radios and home lighting, urging readers to request Marshall Battery Mfg Co catalogs for more details and to save money.
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