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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Oct 21, 1946
Page
3
Two Sydney girls vanish amid confusing notes and scattered clues. Police search continues as fragmented lead mentions Walker Street and potential sightings. Authorities urge public tips to locate Darmthy Daly and others involved.
A pensioner residing on the street was shot, with a single bullet wound. The victim had been treated for a period of high blood pressure. Police and health officials were involved as investigations continued.
Wartime landing craft and houseboats moved toward Normandy as Allied forces prepared for coastal operations. Reports indicate preparations near Mesopotamian theaters, with authorities awaiting permissions from occupying powers on select routes along the coast.
The meeting at Wuesnbeyen produced fast times and close finishes. Maiden Blades and Iron Range delivered strong purses with several staying heats and long distances, while Dark Stream and Exile Chief showed promising form in early divisions.
An OCR fragment shows Irene and Gwen arguing about youth and aging, with Irene praising youth and charm products. The dialogue notes concerns about aging, beauty, and staying young, mentioning Creme Charmoran. The passage centers on a wife’s view of her husband and a rival as they discuss vanity and Time.
A brief item notes someone named Creme Charmosan Howe used powder for hours in an unclear setting. The fragmentary line mentions timing around hours and a tune, with missing context on location or outcome.
Canberra Club bowling results show Canberra team defeating Bays and others with high scores. Forrest Greenes season preparations outlined with practice matches and Pennant team selections for upcoming Forrest presentation.
From 104 competitors at Royal Canberra the mixed foursomes stroke handicap event saw Br. and Mrs. Tope win by two strokes over Mr. E. Fry and Mrs. Cummings. Best afternoon score was 85 by Mr. J. A. Bull and Mrs. Wallace. numerous pairs posted scores from 93 to 102 with several 96s and 97s.
Weekend golf results show Westman and Goodwin tied in a Federal Golf Club event. Other scores include Munce 68 and Brinkman 80, with various players posting uneven rounds as reports note scattered scores and standings.
English XI endured a tense drawn match with key players Hammond and England missing. Hutton and Bell were among the fielding standouts while Booth’s lively bowling highlighted an otherwise brittle Australian batting, as Victoria and Queensland selections surfaced for upcoming trials.
Members are requested to rotate library duties during this week. A operation will be conducted at the Civic Centre on Wednesday October 1048 at 6 pm. The Monthly Meeting will be held at the Trades Hall Acton on Sunday at 11 am. Nominees for the position of Secretary will address the returning officer, Mr O'Brien.
A general Victoria League meeting will be held at Hotel Canberra on Monday November 4 at 145. Special sessions include constitution changes to admit Canberra residents as members. Guest speaker Dr Dicksc will discuss the league’s aims. secretary Jarratt issues notices and attendance requests.
Canberra area news item references daily service and labor union activity with mentions of workers and organized groups. Names and specifics are scarce in the fragment, but the piece hints at transportation and union involvement in Canberra and Yass. The context suggests local public service and worker advocacy reporting.
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