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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Oct 07, 1947
Page
3
Sydney reports a Monday event where Desman Siitoe competes in a series led by Sey et Neg. The outcome shows Beam er reoved Crve bla eft and Fat ae as noted, though details remain unclear due to OCR gaps.
The director announced a biweekly draw for a special pool of 12,000 lotteries. Details about eligibility and prize distribution were not fully disclosed.
Dr Jos tee Cox of the National Gas Turbine Establishment discusses advances in aviation jet engine tech and power output. He cites a 40,000 horsepower unit and a one ton weight class, with Britain claiming a rapid revolution in gas turbine use and fuel economy research highlighting new designs.
The latest list of Cup favourites from Melbourne includes Don Petro Money Moon Royal Gem and Kerry Lad among prominent bidders. Backers have shifted support toward Preach Boy and Fine Fettle while long shots like Propontia and Star Port remain in the mix.
A Melbourne race report describes a forged tote ticket for 630 pounds. An experienced pay-out fraud involved altering a ticket from eight to nine and attempting to claim a payout. The surgery was discovered about six hours after the race, with the altered ticket feeding the fraud.
Sydney University varsity athletes prepare for a meet with M.C. on Saturday at Duntroon. Competitors include Treloar Campbell Bruce Noaks Somerville Mevntheencin in events such as high jump and 380 yards. Other athletes listed are W Gee, B Reynolds, K Orr, J Breslin, and Stewarts in multiple track and field events.
A crowded track and rink program saw Canberra athletes like Griffith Cooper and Adamson Wilson post top results while Moke, Guinane and Jarrett led multiple events. The weekend featured sprint and field finals with notable margins and a tight relay finish.
The RL president in Melbourne said the League will renew efforts to secure fair treatment for ex service personnel over nonvoters seeking Commonwealth Government jobs. The executive will press the Prime Minister on civilians in the Civil Construction Corp and the Munitions Department, noting many have war service credits for seniority.
A Bribbane man was fined 50 pounds after police found multiple dangerous drugs in his possession at the scene. Officers said powders included jet focal, dlumarfane, myrchnine, and caffeine, with warnings the substances could be administered via syringe. Police had monitored the man since arrival from Sydney due to betting-ring incidents.
Sydney reports a man crippled with Infantile paralysis after army discharge in January has begun walking with aid after months of treatment in artesian baths at Morro. The baths draw water from 2702 feet deep with a constant heat around 110 degrees, aiding numerous patients treated by manager Mr F. W Parrill at the Gatha baths.
Acceptances for the Queensland Guineas of £1000 headline the barrier meeting card. Names such as Hazurdey next are listed along with entrants Mone Fume Sans Joe Mon Burge Ragland Jadroy Lone Soca Worvele Prismatiog Arden Dale Tea Gown Ballerina Mary Perithene Paula's Pride and others.
Jockey D Munro faced charges at Randwick after easing Shannon in the George Main Stakes, nearly causing a fatal fall. Victory Lad and Hidden Briscoe closed strongly, but Shannon held on by a neck. Munro received a £20 fine in Sydney. Royal Gem recovered to feature Caul Cup prospects. Carol of Romania and his wife arrived in Lisbon from South America.
A meeting of union secretaries is to be held tonight Tuesday at Hotel Kingston, with all council officers urged to attend. Blumenthal notes a special meeting for sub-junior and junior players at Kingston ground at 7:30 pm with trophies, supper, and invitations. Windabank charged after a shooting incident. defense cites self defense. practice schedules for seniors and juniors are set, with beverage and attendance details.
Ainslie Cricket Club reminds players of practice sessions this afternoon and Thursday at unspecified time. Hon. Secretary Joyce will hold a meeting Friday at 5 pm at City Bowling Club Bradford. Refreshments offered. Department of the Interior.
Public notice outlines district ice delivery days for areas including Annalia Acton Centre Braddon Barton Kingston Forrest Deakin and related suburbs with schedules on Mondays Wednesdays Thursdays Fridays and Saturdays. It also announces a central Australian Labour drawing event to be held on Friday 7 November and printed tickets.
The Sidney yacht race saw Josephine win by a wide margin after sailing from Kyrwema to Montague and back. Glee Senaali finished second with 420 ins and 85 seca, while Wingverd Tt claimed third place.
The Ministry outlines a program to train young people in skilled trades who lack local facilities. Beneficiaries will receive travel and living allowances, weekly maintenance, and employer contributions. The plan targets those about to start work, offering support for boards, lodging, laundry, and fares, with age graded sums and potential pocket money, to enable training away from home.
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