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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Sep 02, 1947
Page
4
Canberra officials discussed proposed routes linking Brindabena and surrounding timber resources to Melbourne, urging urgent expert review. The ACT Tor raul plans await NSW integration, with fund availability shaping feasibility for new timber and valley access projects.
Forty-three shooters entered the Canberra Rifle Club event as Amalie and several others posted scores in the grange range. Notable marks included Loyd, McCarty, Moray and Blewitt with various group totals and individual scores recorded amid a field of competitors and results notes.
A disputed hearing regarding a capable officer, Menney, Ghying evidence before a royal inquiry. The Crown Sires Women’s Hospital case includes a note that Barrett may be a capable officer if assigned more hospital computer duties. Nurses’ decorum discussed. adjourned until a later date.
A disputed rugby league final in Group 4 centers on venue choice Canberra or Queanbeyan with a coin toss proposed to settle. Travel costs for supporters to Gaulburn threaten attendance and raise tensions as crowd disturbances occur at the venue yesterday.
Citizens urge an ordinance change to permit admission fees for Bundey football and tour matches in Canberra as a season crowd of over 13,000 grows. Officials note strong public interest in paying for games.
Unseasonable warm spell at Mt Franklin forced cancellations and reshaping of Alpine events. Mina D. Flach led the women’s Rad clay championship and senior free events, with Ingram and Bell among top finishers in open and club downhill, slalom, and novice races.
Dr A Caliina, funeral physician to the Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, warned that doctors would revolt against any move to nationalise the medical profession. He urged governments to tackle infant care, maternal attention, nutrition, and alum clearance as vital issues.
Monday Lottery No 1542 announced principal results with First Prize number 36 “Knock Of Whisky” Syndicate led by Mine T Turner and Burett Strool. Second Prize No W495 tied to Jerkn Syndicate with L Barratt at Macleay Street and Potte Pink. Third Prize No 68LIT “Thind Fourth” Syndicate led by Max M Back rouse at Pages Road Bt Marys. Fourth Prize No meaty “Judith” Syndicate with Mra Stewart and Hutchinson Btreat BA Peters. Fifth Prize No OT870 “Two in One” Syndicate led by A Trebelcock at All blow Mtrest, Burry Bill.
A fragmented report notes tensions and potential reciprocity in international dog trial rules between New Zealand breeders and Australian authorities. It mentions veterinary standards, quarantine issues, and proposed agreements to allow cross border trials while preserving animal welfare and regulatory oversight.
Parker, Monday. Two killed and four injured when a car crashed after a foggy early morning run off Parken Road. Victims named include James Kelly and Mrs Hennessy the driver’s wife. injured persons listed with fractures and head injuries. ambulance crew freed Mrs Hennessy from under the wheel.
Monday trading at Homebush showed prices generally advancing from last week's levels across sheep cattle and calves. Prime wethers and ewes realising strong rates with prime bulls and cows pushing toward top quotes. stock numbers yarded and demand steady to good reflecting a healthy market tone.
A garbled note from a Taylor Kansas hotel case describes a magistrate reserving a decision while a second hearing on ageing matters was adjourned to September. The text mentions a sale and a hotel entitlements, but details are unclear.
The document notes a pending extension for income tax provisions, with until September dates and mentions a specific group seeking relief. Names are garbled, but references to professional taxpayers and business operations appear, indicating fiscal policy action under review by the Senate and related income return deadlines.
Despite rising prices and unsteady markets, trawler owners press for wage talks as officials meet to avert work stoppages. Fishermen report higher ice and fuel costs, with talks dragging and a plan to extend price controls. Affected crews warn of potential halts if terms don’t improve.
The navy minister returned with a preliminary report on Manus Island base proposals. Officials anticipate significant expenses and seek clarity on the inland support and shipping arrangements as Prime Minister and cabinet members weigh the project.
Mary Milvie Cowen, 35, a clerk formerly with the Rationing Commission, pleaded guilty to theft of meat coupons. The case cites forged documents and insufficient defense claims. She was fined £20 in the court.
A car was knocked over in a collision at the National Circuit and Santerra Avenue. MERD Barden of Guendigcourt Avenue Barlwood NSW drove, while Mrs M Memdmore of Scotts Parade Tranhor Victoria drove a larger car into it. No injuries reported.
Chief Electoral Officer Turner reports no official nominations for the Advisory Council and Hospital Board by late September. Enrollment shows more workers joining, with expected total enrollment around 7 810 for 1840, as notices warn residents voting will begin September 2. Eligibility requires 21 plus, six months Australia residence, and being a natural born subject of the realm.
A local council meeting discusses dog poisonings near Wailagoot Lake and efforts to establish stocka on the Vicinity. Several defendants are fined for breaches of VAawet Laas and related regulations. John Fallon and agents at Leston face penalties, while Erneat David Tuckett Khurram and Cecil Howard Jonoa incur fines for charges linked to selling commodities.
Odd OCR fragment lists plans and duties for a community gathering. Mentions YMCA attendees, decorations, and roles for J Harman and A Carmuda. References a Wat event time 720 and stage preparations on Friday morning.
Professor Thomas David Jonne of Cardi University, returning from leave with his wife, was killed near Amebury when a vehicle collided with a bus. His nephew Wim Bary and Hugnon Jones were hospitalized. the government inquiry is noted.
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