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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Oct 10, 1950

Page

2

Judges Reject Jury Service in Dated Court Notes

Two applicants in Katoomba and another in Sydney faced jury service denial as judges ruled employer excuses invalid. Judge Berna ordered appearances for tomorrow, while Judge Jewin also returned two similar requests. Officials noted exceptions for special circumstances but emphasized juror obligations across the district.

Katoomta Wagea Berna Berne Sydney Katoomba Nother Court

Cadet Entry Examinations For Royal Australian Navy

Applicants for intermediate entry to the Royal Australian Naval College will be selected from boys who have completed specific certificates. Successful candidates enter the college in May or July 1952, with forms available from naval offices in major cities. Deadline dates and procedures are advised by the Navy offices.

Royal Australian Naval College England Royal Navy Royal Suniaie Navy Cape T AMG Linh WAB College Nave Navy Ou Malsaure S.C Maevl Apollonians Navy Biothaurne

Urgent demand for larger army uniform supplies

Sir Edmund Herring announced the Defence clothing program seeking greater universal deliveries. Army units including Bath and Dunteann training centers face placeholders as Tasmania and Western Australia may receive issues next month. Production focuses on battle dress, with walking out suits deemed nonessential, and the aim to expedite inventories for the Australian Regular Army.

Edmund Herring Yen Rat Tauo Bath Wiyal Military College Dunteann Belyon Bale Ti Waa Austra Man Tasmania West Australia Vinera Taka Batti Edmund Heerine Ane Yale

Australian Mutiny Charge Against Philippi Seamen

Seven Australian sailors face mutiny charges in Philippi as a Royal Navy reporting notes the mutiny aboard a steamship formerly operating under Australian colors. The men are in custody of Philippine authorities as authorities determine the extent of their duties and the voyage’s legitimacy.

Philippi oRonton Magia Atmaiay Tsinavat

Technical College Student Wins State Prize

A student at the Canberra Technical Callegs has won a prize donated by the Commonwealth. The prize recognises work in the second year of the Centrae. Principal Bruce Brown presided over the ceremony. The winner, John C. Stennard, is employed with the Department of Trade and Customs. The award is praised as a great honour for the college and the Straand bir Atennail group.

Canberra John C. Stennard Department of ‘Trade and Customs Colles Bruce Brown New Ant Tye Cailege Alan Wetrand

Man and Son on Grave Charges Sydney

A laborer and his son faced charges at Parramatta court on October 17 for shooting. The defendants George Thome Four and Kin pon Ri nond, both New Australians, appeared with bonds set at £200 and £500. Names linked to Barakovich family appear in the record.

Sydney Parramatta Court George Thome Kin Pon Rinond Macreadie Rea Guildford Anthony Pauline Barakovich

No Sugar Rebate Deemed Not Applicable by Committee

The Pypnrt Svgan Chinmittes has determined that no export rebate will be payable on the signal content of FYMKE pre Acts or other products exported to nn Westination during Ortoher.

Svgan Chinmittes Haa

Coal Found Near Alice Springs Reported by Officials

Brown and Black report a coal deposit near Alice Springs confirmed today by The Administrator and Mr Driver. Early estimates suggest a seam over 60 feet thick with a brown coal layer near 200 feet deep covering about 200 square miles. Exploration may proceed, with potential for rapid development and local employment.

Alice Springs Darwin Mondby Mr. Driver Lee Bleek Atlee Springs Lark Sunns Cheon Niles Sandy Cole White

Aid For Widow Of New Australian Welfare Committee Inquires

The New Australian Welfare Committee and the YW.GA began inquiries to determine if Mrs Gudea Abered received aid after an incident in Bat ra. The hospital reported injuries including shock and abrasions for Emanuel Galwara Rees and Pa Fran cia Kilvea. Gordon Drydain remained in RAAF Hospital at Fairbairn Wandina in uncertain condition.

ALC Yw.ga Arthur Batia Batra Mtra Gudea Counell Aaauberra Community Hospital Eimanuel Galwara Rees Ainihic Pa Francia Kilvea Forrest Gordon Drydain RAAF Fairbairn Wandina

Names For Areas Propogistsunnersiments to AUS catautdury

Fragmentary text discusses amending districts and appointments, mentioning Central and Tasmania regions, military roles, and governance implied by a constitutional framework. The fragment touches on non compulsory wills and legal authority, with unclear references and names.

Jee Bouts Anand Tasmania Diane Peru

Falling chimney kills railway worker at Lewin Rutge station

A railway employee named Morvey of Mnndinr Varvey was killed when a chimney collapsed at Lewin Rutge railway station. The accident occurred as workers were near the structure, with two others injured in the fall. The exact cause and details are unclear due to the damaged OCR text.

Monty Tontay den Inn Lewin Morvey Mnndinr Varvey Enty Wan

Surf Line Theft Spurs Community Action in Avoney

In Avoney on Monday, residents confront ongoing thefts of surf line equipment. The local Life Saving Association reports items bartered for repair parts, complicating enforcement. Officials warn that anyone caught within the restricted area will face prosecution under current regulations.

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