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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Sep 12, 1944
Page
4
DEY Monday stated while testifying that a welder claimed to have met Constable Pig in public, alleging efforts to entrap a person. The court heard that Grigg had warned of a plot to catch and persuade a target, while Fleury admitted making a false oath statement, calling it a mere mistake.
In Newcastle Monnay The General Manager of the Mon cantie Abbattoire Mr Lawson advised withholding beef from about none of 141 buteharien in the New canta area. Wider instructions from the Controlley of Meat Muppiies My Tonking Av raul indicate only one instar way available. It is alleged butchers with supplies halted today have been undervaluing the quoted allotment.
The Repatriation Minister faced sharp questions from the State Congress about alleged mismanagement. He defended the doctors and officials, insisting they acted in support of returned soldiers and urged soldiers to file specific complaints for investigation.
A Monday meeting addressed a vote of conscience about integrity within the Rugby League. Prong criticized Newtown for being outplayed by Balmain in the recent game, with similar critique noted after Newtown’s semi final loss to North Sydney earlier in the season.
At Pminteken on Saturday ExStutents Aef beat Grammar 12 to 3 in a close challenge match WRANW defeated Hef 2 0 and YWOA 71 edged WAAARE 2. The grade grand final pits AWAK against WRANM on September 28.
Lottery No 1088 drawn today with prizes listed. First prize goes to Amor at Merchant Navy Club 358-257 Elizabeth Street. Second prize to Thier Byndicate f A Dobbing Smithnetn Street Simithaeld. Third prize to Binter Byndicate Mr Slater Cook Crescent Oatley. Fourth prize to George Ayndicate Geo James 23 Frederick Street Oatley. Lottery No 1089 to be drawn Wednesday morning.
Lambs and sheep sold at unchanged rates while mutton and stockyard quality eased. Medium grades dull with prices 10 to 20 shillings lower than the previous sale. Quoted: wethers 38s, ewes 30s, lambs 42s 6d, hoggets 35s 6d, prime beef lines varied by weight and grade.
A public lecture at Canberra University College will discuss accounting management and deputy arrangements. Noted speakers include two well known Sydney contributors. Admission is free and the event is open to all.
A regional assessment outlines water conservation plans across New South Wales and neighboring areas. It covers Hunney River surveys, Burrendong storage a dam near Wellington, irrigation needs, rainfall impacts, and coordination with the Department of Supply for vegetable production and town water supply. Industrial research and staff allocations are noted, along with aquifer and aqueduct considerations.
Sydney Munday and Harry Gunabers faced charges of false pretences at a Brisbane court. The Crown alleged the pair attempted to mislead and obtain funds with a second-hand goods scheme. The hearing disclosed substantial sums involved and a bankruptcy claim.
Mrs Minnia Moresty of Belmont Road Mow ah had been missing since Sunday morning. She was found by police in the bush at Beatorth Union yesterday morning with a bleeding wound at the heel and wrists flashéd. Neighbors report her health had been poor and she left home around 10.40 yesterday.
Police report a double tragedy in Adamstown as Mrs. May Burcell, 38, and her eight month old son Pririch Martin were found dead in a bedroom. Neighbors earlier heard threats and the woman, who had been in Midhealth, reportedly willed the child before taking her own life.
A town council hearing on a proposed large new radio station faced delays as officials weighed the international wavelength treaty constraints. The Postmaster General and officials indicated there may be no frequencies available, while ALP supporters pressed for a license.
Fragmentary report outlines daylight saving proposals with August conference dates and decisions pending. Mentions Maes Cut re vat and a forthcoming vote or ruling at the conference, with references to tax and beer terms and a scheme approval.
A garbled report discusses tensions between Ceylon Gavarsantnt and Australian franchises over import rules. It notes aims to import radio gear from Australia and mentions Malat, Tabalia, and a plan tied to rabbis. The fragment suggests political or trade confusion affecting regional relations.
Transport delays and stock shortages disrupted Melbourne and Sydney routes as rail revisions faced heads winds. Secretary of the Railways Me Nionokas stated weekly stock shipments to Sydney Melbourne and Canberra, plus country depots, were being slowed by the year’s demand and bottlenecks.
In Melbourne on Monday Fr Conldrak complains of eviction threats against a tenant family. An interview with Premier Dunstan today exposes weaknesses in land order and tenancy regulations. Fr Couldrake urges appointing a Royal Commission despite Premier noting state matters fall under Commonwealth jurisdiction.
The report outlines upcoming changes to Intermediate examinations including subject detachment, eligibility criteria, and publication of results. It notes that candidates will be categorized by grades A or B and emphasizes that those who fail or miss entries will be advised accordingly.
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