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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Oct 23, 1941

Page

4

Canberra University College ARP lectures announced

The Assembly Hall hosts Canberra University College ARP instructional lectures covering defensive measures and incendiary bombs. Instructor Wurteey Ti. J. Plater and Mur HGP Bsrteklai lead general and lowahn urgcticulation of rivit defenses with next talks on incendiary bombs and high explosive projection. The program continues Tuesday, October 25.

Canberra Canberra University College Tiesiay Ned Lowah Enter Ulers Wurteey Ti. J. Plater Orat Andy Iby Mur Douplaw Chiet Firm Als Eer Vilver Awsembly Canberra University Haa Reson

Perjury Charge Witness Called in Central Court

In Sydney Wemenday the magistrate described calling Mr Farrington AM as a witness in the Central Court today as a reprehensible practice that could interfere with justice Br A old SM presenting evidence in perjury charges against women The Crown said calling Mr Farrington was necessary as he heard the case at Paddington Brunll Debra Court and was in the witness box for about 30 minutes

Sydney Farrington Central Court Br. A. Old Padddington Brunll Debra Court Farington

Scout Notes From Annual Que Camp Amoc Meeting

The report covers troop activities led by Patrol Leader Nolan Morlun and details from Canberra packs and troops. It notes reorganized leadership, new emergency service volunteers, investments in War Savings stamps, badge work revival, and Rover Crew member Sergie Stevens linked to Palestine service.

May Wildlama Une Coowen Nio Canberra St. John's Ert St. Jats Forrest Cincanbayan Ags Nolan Morlun Igkippee Warren National Emergency Services Russell Read Forrest Pack Hugo Smith James Cuthbertson Rt. Jenna Hach Patrol ASM Noel Fuk Rover Albert Blomerius Lone Rover ALIF Palestine ALF Greensrow Canlerta Rover Sergi Dle Stevens

Population rise in Australis driven by war industry shifts

Australis population as of June 20 stands 7,102,808, up 38,617 since December. Natural increase 1,043 and net migration 2,074. Every state except Tasmania grew, Tasmania fell 4,340 due to out-migration. Victoria shows the largest gain amid wartime population movement. NSW 2,707,027. Victoria 1,088,346. other states listed with respective increases or declines.

Australis Tasmania Victoria New South Wales South Australa Western Australia Northern Territory Australian Capital Territory

Blackouts Relaxing Unlikely in Australia

The Australian Minister for Home Security argues blackout rules differ from Britain. He opposes relaxing blackout standards, warning enemy ships could still target undefended cities unless the fight remains relentless. He notes Britain has shorter flight paths and better knowledge of enemy bases.

Laxcarini Great Britain Australia England Angzarini Finglis Rhorter

War Memorial flood light tests at night

Night tests floodlight the National War Memorial with pylons lit to enhance the building’s silhouette. Work includes lighting adjustments and timing arrangements for the opening ceremony on Armistice Day and a short evening viewing period.

National War, Memorial Tila Canberra

Victoria Park Racecard Highlights and Winners

Racing notes from Victoria Park show multiple apprentice riders in the 140 furlong event with Druce and Raytumis among top finishers. Fern Gala Diva wins by a short neck, with close margins between second and third. detailed betting and horse names appear, including Flying Handicap results and other listed contenders across divisions.

Tria Handionmim FERN Carr Druce Thompson Raytumis Mehae Wave Tang Buamond Bulge Boy Mutero Heather Law Belling Rhythmie Ferngala W Read Winnipeo W Fellowes Chiiato Yitina Duncan Saminti Othe Rathita Fehia Burzal Sic Regal Merry Wor Tah Rolrigo Redbreast John Peck Coorawone Adjust Belting Winnipeg Christogier Milne Barreral Marwin Ohnewal Firebrand Diva Tinie Walter Levraot Hughes Red Bruce T Webster Mabson CR James Gow Bung Catrain Ola Ireland Iral Brunawick Joy Take Care Prince Fis Ward Pretty Blue Vai Baton Toy Pan Baloon Joan Levraut Init Bivinsa Aie RTE Wean Sethia Blinky Bill Knight Belly Gary Satel

Mangled Racing Card Brings Night of Close Finishes

A fragmented race card lists multiple events with Batter, Watton, and Romanette dominating divisions. Notable performances include neck finishes and tight margins, with time figures like 4.200 and 1.140 cited amid a cluttered results page.

Charmoaan Face Powder Perfume Pleases Women

Women praise Charmoaan face powder and its perfume. The ad lists shades Ra che Naturelie Peche Suntan Rose and Blanche, claiming the powder enhances skin and adds a beloved fragrance.

Fragmentary ad text hints at skincare product claim

A garbled note suggests a skincare tip urging women to use a cream named Charmowan Cold Cream to maintain skin. The fragment mentions a night routine and a warning about not applying otherwise, but details are unclear.

Charmosan cold cream offered at retail jars and tubes

A 소비r catalog notes Charmosan cold cream priced for jars at 3/8 and tubes at 1/3, with sales tax included. The listing references Bola everywhere by chemists and drapery aid stores and mentions chain stores.

Moonee Valley Cup Scratches and Werribee Cup Placing

Scratchings list from Moonee Valley Gold Cup with Amped and Werribee Cup entries. Wetnenay started, came through, Paring Vodvars and Cavallo Deeg Away ran third with Tyranite in close pursuit.

Melbourne Wetnenay Vodvars Secon Tyranite Cavallo

Canberra bowling event details unclear

A garbled OCR fragment mentions a bowling event with Canberra connections and a Sunday gathering. No clear names, dates, teams, or venues are readable to identify participants or outcomes.

MO Parties At White House Postponed Amid Cold Conditions

A garbled OCR item notes plans for gatherings at a White House venue with references to governors and dates. the text is largely unreadable but suggests event delays due to weather and uncertain conditions. The fragment mentions possible scheduling around a date in late December or early January and names no clear participants.

Unclear fragment hints at Speedwell and events

Fragmentary OCR text mentions Speedwell, fames, pads, waves, and a 1971 reference. Readable facts are sparse. no clear person, place, or event established.

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