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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Sep 09, 1947
Page
4
A suburban train collided with another near Wha station, injuring several passengers. Four were admitted for treatment after arrival at the hospital while the express carriages sustained major damage. one carriage tore open and its frame shifted, but the crew escaped serious harm.
In Sydney on Friday night a young storeman Wilfred Ward, 31, was charged with wounding with intent after injuring Mary Rhadadin, AE, at Mosman. She lay unconscious with jaw broken in three places. Ward allegedly slapped the woman and assaulted her, causing three fractures before carrying her to a street and leaving. The court remanded Ward to September 17. she received hospital care for multiple injuries. The incident involved a man restraining a questioning sergeant and an observer noting the assailant’s actions.
Sydney wool report shows higher closing rates for June versus earlier, with main clips ranging from average to good topmaking, and advances between 0 to 25 percent on specific fabrics. Notable buyers and suppliers listed include Merino, Slack-Smith, Burren Junction, and multiple consignors with varied quota and price marks.
At the annual meeting General Beattie nineteen members formed the Public Service Bowls association. Officers elected include resident president Chuds, treasurer Bon, secretary Molden, and assistant secretary Luca. Members were asked to be ready to play Saturday at 9:30 am.
A garbled report shows figures like £13,505 and terms such as Intertin dividend for the year ended June 30. The text includes erratic notes about improving profits, greater exports, and personal commentary on a chairman named Keith Banary, making the passage unclear and partially nonsensical.
Sydney buyers report a busy market for merino wool with large bale counts and strong price movement. Bales offered around 13 100 with broad demand, totaling 14 74 on sale days. Overall wool values rose about 80 percent from the previous year while top makers saw increases near 38 percent.
Shortages of worthwhile religious films and skilled operators hinder the Australian Religious Film Society and the Canberra division of One World Council of Churches. Officials say films cannot replace other religious teaching and a Melbourne church has discarded the idea.
Mosday Stomet Max Talsisin LP appeared in extended magistrate court on a traffic charge. Falstein pleaded not guilty and said he was framed for horn to move police car. He admitted 48 cautions on record.
Lottery No. 1848 will be drawn on Wednesday with multiple syndicates named including Third prime and On The Y syndicate. Residents listed such as Thomas Williams and Mrs A Matthews appear in the readable fragment outlining tickets and prizes among a Maine or similar state lottery notice.
A fragmentary report mentions carriers and funeral services in memory of Dey AR and Ste cages Pea at BEL. Details are incomplete but indicate regional notices and observances involving local organizations.
Eydeet reports a plan to trigger rain using a mile ice and cloud seeding to influence rain in Sydney's water catchment area. If successful, weather could be improved for a dry season and heatwave mitigation before major outdoor events. The Water Board seeks more water and approval to contract for cloud seeding operations Wednesday.
The government plans new housing notices stating homes will be erected only if ACT residents apply. Construction will aim at sale while rental units are limited. Canberra branch notes an amended loan limit of £1760 repayable over 45 years under the act.
A motor cyclist lost control at Jer rabomberra Avenue near Fr Cecil Cooper Dee Why and was thrown aside. He sustained concussion lac erations to the face and possible fracture of the rib. He remained unconscious late last night.
YMCA notes describe a physics display at the auditorium on Saturday with a preview for a spring ball. An orientation for new members follows Wednesday evening at the Y hall. A Sunday program includes singing, supper, and devotional epilogue. Board meeting scheduled for next Monday in the same room.
Sydney market notes show limited forward cattle supplies with firm demand and competitive prices. Prime wethers up to 28 shillings, prime ewes to 87, cattle and bullock quotations rising with bulls to around 8 shillings, steer and cow values varied amid small yarding.
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