Death of Angl Primates at Perth
Fragmentary report notes a sudden death in Perth with a primate portrait mentioned. Details are unclear but indicate a notable death of an Angl primate figure.
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Sep 10, 1946
Page
4
Fragmentary report notes a sudden death in Perth with a primate portrait mentioned. Details are unclear but indicate a notable death of an Angl primate figure.
Canberra dominated the match with a 30 to 11 victory after trailing 11 to 5 at halftime. McCue and Jonas sparked the comeback with two late tries as Gibson assisted and the forwards held firm against a strong Northern Suburbs pack.
Stevena Wise leads with 28 votes as top choice for the Mulrooney Trophy. Navy’s Woods follows with 22. other notable finishers include Les Acton and A. Drayton. Canberra’s captaincy guided the club through matches with Queensland and New South Wales.
The minister for trade and commerce told the Australian Chamber that no early removal of import restrictions on sterling wood is likely. The Associated Chambers urged removal to aid Britain’s trade recovery and supply Australia. Australia’s goods sent abroad were affected as exporters faced delays from importers. The minister said restrictions cannot be lifted while sterling reserves remain uncertain to cover essential imports.
French authorities negotiate with the Customs Department to widen imports from France to Australia. A statement from the French Press Service in Australia says licenses for large quantities of French goods have been issued on competitive terms. About 1 million worth of imports are allowed this year with shipments arriving before year end, including rayon goods, phonographs, chimes, pipes, clocks, and paper.
William Arthur McCintock, a pineapple grower from Woumye, sues the Commonwealth in the Suprem Court over wartime marketing regulations. He alleges 4404/0.4 components for pineapples were diverted to canneries under national security rules. Damages equal the price gap between cannery sales and fresh fruit market prices. The Commonwealth defends the directives as lawful, with the case expected to last five days.
Major Cousens recounts torture and coercion by Japanese authorities to broadcast pro-Japan messages after Singapore surrender. He describes beatings, mock executions, interrogation at Tokyo secret police, and threats against prisoners, detailing orders to broadcast regardless of personal risk and the involvement of Namikawa and other officers. The testimony covers conditions aboard ships, in holds, and at Dai Ichi Hotel as well as postwar detention and pressures to obey orders.
A fragmentary report notes a looming bunnerong strike threat as unions position amid unclear statements. The text references roster issues and employer and worker group tensions with local industrial context missing clear dates or outcomes.
Kim Perrier took the Peoria open with a final 204 for 54 holes, 19 under par, setting an 8 under par round record. Harrison 210, Purgol 211, Bit Heintsen 212 rallied behind the champion in a tight leaderboard.
Jack Kramer wins the national singles title defeating Tom Brown in a dramatic match 0 7 6 5 8 0. Opening set struggles give way to strong returns as Brown’s service is broken repeatedly. Pauline Bet e claims the women’s singles crown for the fourth time with a 118 63 victory over Dorin Mart Osborne doubles win pairs Margaret Osborne with KGmbsi and Louise Brough 3 84 in the tournament final.
Monaay Winchcombe Carson Ltd report strong bidding from Yorkshire with 8500 tales of wool sold. The sale featured horses? No. consignments from Batata and Egelabra Stud with ewes and hoggets listed by name and farm, including Gillendoon Warren and Gwabegar. Prices per head noted in old currency and figures, reflecting continental competition and excellent wool quality.
At Flemington saleyards today a total of about 31,687 head of stock were penned. Trade quality was fair to good with prime wethers reaching up to 44 shillings per head and cattle varied in demand, prime cows and bulls selling to around 44 to 52 shillings. Competition was generally steady with firm prices on several grades and a mainly fair overall market.
Sydney report notes government concern over possible drastic amendments in the Legislative Council. Opposition strength could tilt majority to 2 over government if 30 members oppose. Test of strength occurs as Mr R Thompson moves amendments. Proposals include appeal to Industrial Commission, penalties for worker absence, and shareholders protections on investment and compensation conditions.
In tonight’s match, Matan and Steel both lose to opponent Onaydney Radium. The bout features decisive pins and quick counter moves limiting the challengers’ offense. Local fans witnessed a strong display from Radium securing two quick falls.
The Senate at the Queensland University Brisbane approved the appointment of a full line Professor of Agriculture. The post was previously held in an Honorary capacity by Professor J. Ki Murray. A benefaction fund of about 34,000 pounds supports the appointment and a five year consternary is planned. Applications will be invited across Australia New Zealand and South Africa.
William Fleury Finch 34 and Angus Faddow 21 pleaded guilty to escaping from Long Bay gaol on July 26. Finch received nine months, cumulative on a six year term. Hadlow already serving separate sentences of four years and two for robbery got two and a half years, to begin after the four year sentence.
A fragmented notice lists contributions and acknowledgments for the Canberra Legacy Club building and furnishing fund. Mentions Royal Canberra Golf Club associates and Capitol Motors Ltd among donors, with partial names and figures implying a maintenance and support drive.
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