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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Oct 16, 1948

Page

3

Review of Parliamentary Government in Sydney

A radio network discussion on empire parliamentary government argues a change is needed so electors choose party policy. The minority lacks a say in government and faces oppression behind a curtain, with laws oppressing and silencing dissent. The piece highlights ignorance about parliamentary workings and urges reforms for greater privileges and responsibilities.

Sydney Empire Parliamentary Association Li Anid Ye Kim GP Brush Parla Iran Sreva

No Shortage of Bags for Wheat Crops

Article notes no shortage of bags for wheat crops as harvest approaches. Mentions Dalgety and Co and cooperating entities with references to officers and arrangements for crop storage or delivery. Names such as Rune Lemien Coopers and Br Cars appear in fragmented form, with central Sutton as a location hint.

Vis Rune Lemeen Coopers Br Cars Dalgety and Co Central Sutton

Death at Black Mountain described as hanging suicide

Coroner’s inquest at Black Mountain returns verdict of death by hanging. Ward was found midday September 13 with a rope apparently tied to a tree, face blue, body hanging. witnesses report seeing him alive shortly before and allege a rope disturbance. Chinese Embassy attache Feng Pai identified the rope and location.

Krtru Black Mountain B. W. Monahan Mergeant Grove Ssreeanistie Turech Tee Raervaur Hang Ney Feng Pai

Victorian era restraining order sparks party faction clash

A contested restraining order triggers tension within political circles as factions debate loyalty and procedure. Key figures including Mr MacDonald defend party unity while opposition members challenge the legality and effects of the move amid broader intra organization conflict.

Unclear OCR Note on Police Investigations

Fragmentary text shows investigations begun after a report. Phrases imply an inspector from a certain department presented information, referencing material and police notes, but the fragment lacks identifiable persons, places, dates, or concrete actions.

Bullder Nder Polices Pocenat

Six Months Gaol and Fine of s100 Reported

Fragmentary OCR notes show a reference to a six months gaol and fine of s100 involving a manager linked to Mr Lawler. Details are incomplete but indicate a court sentence and monetary penalty. Further readable context is needed to identify person, jurisdiction, and exact charges.

Royal Visit Teases Coral Reef Inspection By Royalty

Unclear notes describe a royal party planning a glass bottom boat excursion to inspect coral reefs. The director general and officials discuss landing points and the visit’s purpose amid fragmented references to naval officials and accompanying entourage.

Glass Bottom Coral Reef

Pickworth Sets Pace In Open Golf In Rainy Round

Pickworth leads the Open Golf contest amid steady rain and challenging winds on a revised course. He carded a strong score to seize the lead, with rivals pursuing in worsening weather as the provisional results unfold.

Pickworth

Government promises tenant rights and water works upgrades

Officials discussed tenant rights for Hall lessees and improvements at Selkar area amenities. Mr. Johnson cited a colossal tank installation progress, with Gray and Gudgeon detailing electrical, water, and sewerage plans while noting manpower and material shortages could delay completion. A civic dance followed the event with local attendees contributing to the evening.

Johnson Pirie Hall Hayis Cata A. Gray Tiectroal Hll Gudgeon Tang Gudgeen Sekar Macauley Mra Curran Iar Fe Raynor

Vague Political Movement Demands Plebiscite and Reforms

Fragmented OCR text hints at a political campaign aimed at expanding teacher demands and plebiscite voting, with references to a central executive and figures resembling Mr. Peles and Lee. The passage is garbled, but suggests calls for conferences, free organization, and broader reform.

Ang Peles Tne Lee Ss Oe

Barman Fined For Spitting On Theatre Cashier

A barman was fined after an incident at a theatre where he spit on a cashier. Police reports say the altercation occurred at closing time and the court noted the defendant admitted the act and paid a penalty.

Barman

Civil Pilot Appeals Against Losing Licence

Dr George Heydon of Rose Bay appeals to the Aviation Appeals Board against cancellation of his private pilot licence. H W Poulton for the Civil Aviation Department cites a Tiger Moth forced landing at Parkes on March 4 and a record of six convictions across four incidents with two prior suspensions. Heydon’s advocate argues medical examiners were due and that Heydon meets medical requirements. adjournment set for Monday.

Sydney Friay Civil Aviation Catr-Dernial Wiltian EIS Aviation Appeals Board Te Nm George Aluyaiua Mackennon Heydon Rose Bay Royal Aero Club H.W. Poulton Tha Civil Aviation Department Heydon Parkes Bayin Jon Hedeen

Gas Workers Protest Action Demanded Over Industrial Claims

Federal Executive of the Gun Employees Union plans a weekend meeting in Sydney to decide on measures in protest of industrial claims. The disputes include double pay for Sunday work, time and a quarter for overtime, shift practices, and gunman law lane issues, with union aims and Lovnight areas referenced.

Sydney Gun Employees Union Suring

State deficit figures amid period comparison

The report shows a deficit of 5.0 million for the state, contrasted with Mamroet for the same period. It notes earnings of 9,320,482 and references gauge and 028d at respective per ink year figures.

Bullet shatters windscreen near Melbourne car

A bullet tore into a car head near Melbourne on a Wednesday as Neville Davis, owner, headed to the spring racing carnival. Davis escaped with a bullet hitting his foot. police say the shooting appears accidental and no one was harmed beyond a wound.

Melbourne Neville Davis Aiday Davis Malebourne Inc Davia Zon

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