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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Sep 15, 1947
Page
2
The readable portions show names and addresses in a damaged text segment. It mentions a church, a person named Joansacyden, and places in Queanbeyan with a Melbourne style address. The fragment hints at a local notice or obituary style item but lacks a clear event or outcome.
An oblique memorial appears to honor Mary and a deceased leader. It mentions a loving family including Jean Betty Norma Max and Terry and a bereaved husband and children in memory. The text is garbled but clearly expresses affection and remembrance.
Queanbeyan defeated Leeton in a close open rugby league match held yesterday at the Steneuround. Early leads were traded as Queanbeyan forged ahead with swift tackles and strong attacks. A late surge by Leeton could not overturn the deficit. final score noted as Queanbeyan leading 10 to 5 with the Bong Trip cited among the influences shaping the second half.
A large crowd watched Tumut defeat Canberra reserves 22 to 10 in a home match. Canberra sofreu a defeat as visiting team taunted by scoreline.
Northern Suburbs defeated Barron 7-1 in a decisive 1967 A Grade hockey final. Northern opened with a quick attack, extending a lead as the game progressed, with key plays from Treacher and Haber. The defense held firm, and Swan contributed a strong 20 minutes of solid play to seal the win.
Forecast notes from the district weather office indicate a north to north-east wind flow with moderate speeds. Expect inland mist and limited visibility improvements through midday with no major weather hazards anticipated.
Canberra voters prepare for a local election to choose Hospital Board members amid a push to widen board autonomy and prepare for a national health scheme. Candidates come from diverse public sectors as the Advisory Council nears its final term and a Legislative Council is proposed.
The Commonwealth regional planning conference will meet in Renberts today to discuss regional planning and possible participation in a United Nations conference on careerin ovation aid utilization. Minister Dedman announces study of regional planning, mapping methods, and data sources with experts from government and industry to share experiences and advance technical capabilities.
Newcastle report cites Northern miners at coalfields producing 26 000 tons of ore. The piece mentions shifts on a Saturday and notes routine daily output and operations by Barospa. Names and many phrases are garbled, but the core event is a large ore production figure at Northern coalfields.
Five yachts battled a slow Sydney to Newcastle course with delays after a Bytney start. Defiance Look Louneys led early while Ranston finished last of the field at 38 hours, amid centennial celebrations and a lengthy test for entrants.
Special Price Commissioner Jr McCarthy announced from Monday next the price of Drecera and promax head in Capital Cles and Newcastle would rise from 4d to 414 a cat. He explained the increase reflects higher costs over the decade and that the lower pricing had been justified by reduced expenses in certain cost areas.
The ACT table tennis championships semi finals were held at Dey Mall on Friday night. Teams from Riktown and Canberra Grammar advanced, with YMCA and Parliament House among those losing. The finals are set for the next Friday night with Grif Hott leading the contenders.
The Rotary Convention in Sydney will begin with Governor Junin Price inspected by Gow wor Eivet Mery. The event will include a focus on the completion of Children’s Rotary charity work and refreshments for attendees.
Weather notes show barometer readings around 30.00 inches both days with mixed wind directions and speeds. Temperatures range from near 0 to mid 80s, with minima around 18 to 33 and highs near 80s. Reports include breeze from NW and NNW at several times and inconsistent time stamps across entries.
Forecast for the 24th from the Meteorological Station Pairbairn. Beginning at 9 p.m. Bundays, expect fine and warm weather with light to moderate showers and localized thunder in the ranges. Winds shift late afternoon to fresh to strong from west to northwest.
The Horticultural Society of Canberra stages its first Albert Hall bulb show on a Saturday afternoon, attracting many local students and gardening enthusiasts. Judges praised the high standard of blooms including grape fruit, lemons, and numerous daffodils, with Mr. Toomey’s display noted for its natural state presentation. prizes awarded to several exhibitors including J A Carradu and L Brown.
Seven candidates pursue three Advisory Council seats and 15 seek five Hospital Board vacancies in Canberra. Nomination day at the Electoral Office saw wide fields led by independent and ALP figures, with only one woman candidate and multiple party tickets forming for the 1940 elections.
Mr Hurley charges rampant communism shaping the Advisory Council race and hospital board actions. He and Mr Dormisn were removed from Labour ticket. A. Gardiner, longtime insider, is linked to press information control amid party tension. Hurley tendered his resignation to ALP.
Reported incident at DNRY Rundey appears to describe a man named John Richard Maner who fell from a second floor window at Darlinghiret realduntial Taal night landing on a iron fence. He sustained internal injuries and was admitted to Royal Price Alfred Hospital in serious condition. by contrast the other person involved died at the scene.
Fragmented OCR notes reflect a speech urging global unity of purpose for peace. The speaker cites Jerusalem as symbolic center and stresses the need for moral will, collective action, and a cooperative World Federation to prevent war and secure lasting harmony among nations.
A garbled report mentions Britain’s swimming hope amid infantile paralysis concerns and Olympic preparation. It references Monte Carlo, benchmarks like 100 130 300 and attempts to set records, though the details remain unclear and partially corrupted.
A crowded venue watched a dramatic pennant tennis final as Rayham and Rowe Naveed battled a tough challenge from X Taylor and Mie Faylon. The match swung with each set, with key rallies and standout serves shaping a tense conclusion before the decisive moments determined the champion.
A report cites Jusdiy Peppie claiming a black market for new cars existed with cars sold above official prices. Government officials say tame the issue, noting price controls and potential regulation by the department. The article mentions buyers, dealers, and regulatory responses.
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