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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Sep 02, 1948
Page
3
An architect report could decide if pending matches are held at the Stadium while the General Manager indicated boxing ring and some ring defenses must be revised. He added New South plans may be affected but are unlikely to interfere with current arrangements.
Canberra under 18s face a disrupted season with no matches after a misunderstanding. Collingwood and Richmond games noted with players out, Murphy and Jamieson sidelined, Collett shines, and Manuka builds to a strong Oval clash. Key figures include Robbie Hinckaman Hawke Thompson O'Brien and captain Bob Furler. Walter Girardello and New Cleary are mentioned regarding Manuka selections and injuries.
London dispatch reports Foreign Ministers' deputies failed to reach an accord on the disposition of two of the three former Italian African colonies. The Reuters summary notes the communique signals a likely impasse and possible lack of consensus among the involved nations.
Fragmented report warns that France’s liberty is at stake and Armée matters are grave. Premier addresses Parliament urging continued support for the government while pledging reforms, including cabinet changes and civil service cuts amid price issues.
A departmental official said the grand Group League game may be postponed due to ground access issues. Queanbeyan and Goulburn discussions consider shifting to Queanbeyan as Yass and Canberra venues clash with ACT National Rules.
Doctors and nurses resign as ninety staff members leave overnight after the Public Service Board rejects AWU demands for marginal pay increases and penalty rates. The hospital faces disruption as frontline workers walk out, following a stalled pay claim.
In Sydney a government committee chair and the minister for transport urged tighter controls on driving licenses amid concerns that licenses are too easily obtained. The council chair reported a death rate linked to road use and emphasized stricter re-examinations for permit holders.
Wool buyers led activity in Sydney with steady demand for merino fleeces and greasy wool. Prices held firm as traders and buyers continued to operate across the market, with attention on bale lots and pastoral coarse wools.
The body of a woman identified as Mies Bartarsitherland of Queens Bay Woollahra was found near a gap at a waterfront area. Rail worker Robert Miller Trueland reported seeing her alone near 100's Ladder before she climbed the fence and fell, with police arriving after the body was recovered. Mig Sutherland offered health help following the incident.
London dispatch notes that Cars men, daughter of General Branco, may become engaged to Chris Vobel Martinez. The Africa of Villaverse relays that talks could place the engagement in October.
Fragmented report notes a bowling event in New South Wales with unclear scores and conditions. Mentions Parramatta and Campbelltown area, a south-westerly wind, and a second day to be held tomorrow.
An Associated Press dispatch from Nanking reports Beijing ordering all foreign aircraft out of Chinese airspace. The move, seen by some observers as a concession to Moscow, follows tensions with Western powers and faces mixed interpretations in several quarters.
In Sydney a government report outlines a 20 percent petrol ration cut starting next Monday. Private cars will be restricted to about 80 miles per week, with commercial vehicles making up 40 percent of consumption. Total monthly petrol use tops 33 million gallons, aided by rising vehicle numbers since the war.
The Scout Notes report the Scouterst Council will meet Sunday to finalize arrangements for a district camp at Cottermouth reserve from October 4. They plan an orientation jamboree and discuss district programs. A joint Canberra Scouts meeting is set for Forrest Hall September 18. Two Rover crew members were invested at a meeting last Sunday.
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