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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Sep 14, 1954

Page

5

Four Charged Wit Large Asi al Gathering Crimes

Four men in Sydney faced charges of rape and enticement leading a young woman to a desolate North Brighton area. Names included Albert Wilatoncraft, 23. George Elteet, 20. Robert Stamey Bingieton, 25. and Forward Taylor, 28, with police detailing assault and forceful acts during the incident. Separate Canberra case saw John William Hamilton, 22, sentenced to three months for assault after a hotel incident involving Mervyn Bailey.

Sydney Raye Harl North Brighton Megenan Central Court Robwry Albert Wilatoncraft Jeorge Elteet Dupisa Ron Trobert Stamey Bingieton May Street Annandale Furward Thomas ‘Taylor Mistle Street Chippendale A. Waring Creator Quay John William Hamilton Narrabundah F.C. P. Keane Canberra Hamilton Q. Tubman Devine Mervyn| Bailey Samuer J. Crartney Kingston Mervyn Tong Tharan Tong Hami Boyd Tene John Andrew Kelly Noyneone Hamiton Kenly Charles Lindsay I Poy Shereenark Teng

Beasley Leads Cyclists After First Stage in Lithgow

Beasley leads the field in the Sydney Melbourne bicycle road race as 43 riders arrive Lithgow after Stage One. Mountain climbs near Pomah and Wilson Mount were grueling with one road section under repair. Beasley held a three minute lead over Fall Smith, with Vince Nuttall about five minutes back. Beasley suffered a crash on gravel while descending into Lithgow and received medical treatment.

Lithgow Mody Sydney Melbourne Pomah Wilson Mountsty Bensley Laithgow Hensley Fall Smuth Vince Nuttall Tum

Falcinelli Beats O'Keefe In Clear-Cut Win

Italian fighter Amleto Fatcinelli 1 113 out pointed Reet O'Keefe 132 over 12 rounds at Sydney Stadiums. The match featured intense exchanges and a decisive late pace, with Fatcinelli asserting control throughout and earning a clear victory in the telegraphed report from the event.

Falcinelli O'Keefe Amleto Fatcinelli Reet O'Keefe Sydney Anton Vweldonk Sgceumnell Aring McConnell Mevannell Tna

Wal Freshens Up With Quick Cleansing Ritual

A beauty routine outlines starting the day with cleansing, then applying SULK-FINE FOUNDATION and SILK EN FACE POWDER to achieve a radiant, fresh look that lasts all day.

Helena Rubinstein Career Girl

Charles vs Marciano Set for World Heavyweight Title Fight

New York City and New England blackout will affect coast to coast TV hookups as 33 year old Emsard Charles and 30 year old Rocky Marciano clash Wednesday night before 40 000 fans. Charles seeks a unprecedented third bid to dethrone former champion Marciano, who seeks sixth straight title defense. Charles boasts 86 wins 84 knockouts and one draw. Marciano entered with a stellar record and recent run of challengers defeated.

IEW Momente New York City New England Emsard Charles Rocky Marciano Charles Maien Beastie the Brat Self Macetana K.o Mar Giana Charles Marciano Red Applegate ApOn

Vietnam General Defies Premier

Tensions mount in Saigon as General Van Hinh defies Prime Minister Ngo Dinh Diem by refusing a six month mission to France. Reports cite ties to former Emperor Bao Dai and suspected plots against the premier, with army officials wary of forceful removal.

Panis Stonang Sainon Radio Sratton van Hinh Hinh Ngo Dinh Diem Saigo Hin Bao du

ACT Declared Drought Area Stirs Transport Help

New South Wales Minister for Transport informs Monaro MP that the Australian Capital Territory is declared a drought area. The Commonwealth will allow rail freight concessions for fodder cartage between Queanbeyan and Canberra for two months from July 1. This measure aims to assist starving stock amid dry conditions.

New South Wales Minster Vor Transport E. Wetherer Monaro J. W. Seiffert Australian Capital Territory Commonwealth Queanbeyan Canberra

Japanese Typhoon Weathers Down In Japan

A powerful typhoon struck Kyushu and southern Honshu, killing nine and injuring many as it lashed the coast with torrential rains and heavy winds. Meteorologists warned it could rival past storms, while Tokyo and other towns prepared with sandbags, closed offices and schools, and disaster centers set up.

Kyusi Japan Tokyo

Hurricane Strikes Canada and US East Coast

A hurricane swept into the Canadian maritimes and US eastern seaboard, killing at least 20 people and causing about 22 million dollars in damage. Maine suffered the worst hits with multiple drownings and several deaths attributed to the storm.

New York United States Maine

Bondi murder case offers £1000 reward

The State Government declares a £1000 reward for information in the Bondi murder case. Estate agent Laton Albert Smith was fatally shot at his doorway on June 7. A description of the possible killer notes an approximate age of 50, about 5 ft 10 in, fair complexion, stout build, with a rough cheek and chin, aiding inquiries from Sydney authorities.

Sydney Btate Laton Albert Smith Pan

Guardian of Unknown Warrior dies after long service

The aged caretaker of France's Unknown Warrior tomb, Teomahe, has died after years guarding the site. His long tenure and dedication touched many visitors and veterans at the tomb in Paris.

France Enesth

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