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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Sep 01, 1947

Page

2

Pennant Tennis Finals and Semis This Week in Northbourne

Pennant tennis fixtures dominate the week with finals and semi finals listed for Northbourne clubs. Key matches include Barton moving through mixed divisions, Forrest and Braddon in close play, and noted forfeit results. The schedule details late games, standings, and upcoming matches across divisions.

Bann Balzrd Soca Comat Lee Barton Aina Reid Bartan Minad Smala Purrest Tv Pepenaa Northbowroe Mrad G Men Orwil-Fnaln State- Marton Barton Fy Causeway Miasy Parthe Bch Det Dela Northbourn Poriabourne T Forrent

Weather Forecast for Faribairn Scotland Saturday

The district forecast shows rain showers at daybreak with a cool day ahead. Winds from the northwest moderate to fresh, gusts 23 mph at times, with temperatures ranging from a cool 8 degrees to a high near 60.

Alpa Fatrabairn Setta Matson Rhawers Saat Wight

Public service integrity questioned amid political pressure

The piece argues public servants must remain impartial while subject to ministers and Parliament. It warns of wartime recruitment trends and nepotism, noting many new senior staff show political alignment. It fears politicized appointments erode permanence and risk future government influence.

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Road Crash Report With Mixed Details and Names

A garbled report describes weekend road accidents including a collision between a Dutch driven car and another vehicle near Fitaroy Street and an incident at the intersection of Kings Avenue and Consti Suban Avenue. Names such as Mr J A Anita and Mr Forrest appear amid unclear text about ditches, a passenger coach, and a Canada United States reference.

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Death of Adam McCay in Sydney

Sydney report on the death of Adam McCay aged 12 at Carrington Convalescent Home Camden. The notice notes McCay as a well known editor and poet with a career in writing and public service, though the text is garbled.

Sydney Weath Carrington Convalescent Nome Camden Adam Calms McCay Tong Sitnese Peeves World

National HIV Conference Opens In Canberra

Delegates gather in Canberra for the National HIV Conference with speakers from HAY movement and YMCA hosts. The opening scene includes figures like Paakmpeare and Mr AA Way, outlining aims, peace concerns, and education for youth within EMCA and WECA, as participants tour Parliament House.

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Royal Canberra golfer nets third straight win in club event

Reports say J Galloway led Royal Canberra to a third consecutive victory at the weekend golf course, with detailed results across Stableford grades. Scores show Galtor, Moroney, and Cole among top finishers as clubs pursue the championship lead.

Royal Canberra J. Galloway Hyle Canberra Jim Jelfnto Galway Ai Aga Toacher Scott Homa Inhadi Stableford Galtor Tyes Tarkee Feg Peteramon L. Cole Githulme P. Moroney Ant Roget Re Gorrigon A. Wonlmion Enaien A Twotan Ga ‘Art Deamon

Pastor Arrest at Street Meeting Reported

A pastor identified as Neville and an associate were arrested at a street meeting and charged with a related offense. The incident occurred during a religious gathering as authorities responded to disturbances. Further details were not immediately available pending investigation and court actions.

British Commonwealth to meet in London on dollar crisis

reports say talks will be held in London next month after the International Monetary Fund meeting on September 1. Delegates from Dominions including Australia and New Zealand are expected to attend though authorities suggest a full Commonwealth conference may be unnecessary for now. Prime ministers and high commissioners are not certain to attend, with weathering austerity and trade issues cited as key concerns.

British Commonwealth London London West International Bank and Money Fund Leseonamalo Australia Caley Londom New Zealand Peter Feaner Beasley Isilt International and Monetary Fund UN AU Mas Tobacho Thner Sthar Inporta Pete Afr Chiley Pate OY

Talks Welcomed in Sweden Amid Economic Conference Hype

Fragmentary report notes Sweden welcomes talks ahead of a British economic conference set for September. The piece mentions Britain seeking loans and market access, with references to press commentary from multiple British newspapers.

Canberra’s new permanent office block bids invited

Tender calls opened for erection of a Canberra government office complex described as a four year project. The structure will be reinforced concrete with granite facing and a glass neon entrance, forming part of the government triangle with extensive underground and parking works.

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Canberra Juniors Rebuked At White City Courts

Canberra union officials rebuked by City tennis officials after a late start for MBWLTA interdistrict junior matches. Coach and umpire association members criticized players while teams from Canberra and suburbs faced defeats and standout performances from Miss J. Charillon and Miss A. Lawrence amid junior interdistrict competition.

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Fatal Jeep Crash in Stolen Vehicle In AYDNEY

A Sunday crash on Weavern Highway near Purranvatla Nie left two men critically injured after a stolen Jeep left the road, struck a pole and overturned. David Onwalt and Hugh Peeney, both 33, and Thomas Brownley, 24, were hospitalized with critical injuries and unknown prognosis.

Aydney Jep David Onwalt Hugh Peeney Coronation Menta Ater Sdmlasion Rewan Rantava Burword

Black Market in Fish Alleged Deals at Sydney Market

A Sydney report alleges a black market in fish operations at the market scene. Officials and vendors face scrutiny as price irregularities and unauthorized trades draw attention from authorities.

Canberra planes forced back during search mission

Weather and low visibility stalled a search south of Canberra with two aircraft returning to Mpurmaien after a Saturday afternoon attempt. The storm disrupted operations, and crews reported snow and poor light as they neared the border. Visitors to Canberra from Ireland were noted in a separate line of the damaged report.

Canberra Lune Cooma Rratora Baerd Mpirnaien Klandre

Plane May Be Forced Down in Snow

Amid heavy snowbound conditions in Victoria a Percival plane is feared forced down with engine trouble. Search parties near Mount Koschneker and Brockville report locating fuel traces and possible aircraft noise above heavy cloud as teams plan to trek out at dawn with food, water, and equipment to locate the missing craft and assess danger.

Aydney Sumdtay Percival RAAF Brookvale Aresa Port East Victoria Tuaadsy Ohuervern Percy Boucher Walnut Bairnadale Anine Olsen Mount Koschneker Ketnir Patt Brockville Waterhe Krouple Mi A. Taylor Mele Hut Koseiuaks Pisna Waa Ra. Hodge Geluntippt

Deneveaz Recital Tomorrow Night

Canberra musical society presents a young Australian pianist Artur Deneveas in a varied program including Chopin Debussy and Grieg with works by Schubert Falla and Albéniz. The concert emphasizes technical mastery and features studies from Chopin and Debussy, plus a noted recital of Romantic and modern pieces.

Artur Deneveas Eop Schubert Beams Falla Granada Sna Aibenic Vried Mae Ag B. Maer Aertborn Canberra

Local Societies Seek to Extend Theatrette Outreach

A note from the Sn UFFER group calls for civic cooperation to expand the theater space. It proposes a suitable access system and a tuition program to promote performing arts, music, and related activities for Baines town community.

Sn Uffer

Constellation Airlines Expand Fleet Amid Global Push

The article reports Constellation Airlines expanding its fleet with four Lockheed Constellation aircraft. The planes will operate on routes to London and other international services starting near January, with partnerships involving Pan American World Airways and Royal Dutch Airlines.

Lockwood Waa Royal Dutch Airlinrs Oder Pan American World

Canberra hockey triumph over Northern Suburbs in tight match

Northern Suburbs and Canberra clash with strong defense, both sides failing to score at half. Moyle opens with a goal for Canberra in the second half, while University and R.M.C. TAIT also perform well in a tense contest.

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Man Burnt to Death in Sudden Outbreak

A man died after being fatally burnt in a sudden blaze. Police report a domestic incident led to the fire and he was found at the scene. Investigators are examining cause and appraising damages as witnesses recount events.

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