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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Sep 15, 1949
Page
3
Court transcripts describe a brutal killing involving a husband who allegedly slit his wife’s throat and later killed their infant Roderick in front of a dressing table. Witnesses recount the wife telling him she did not want him back before the murder spree.
The Water Conservation and Irrigation Commission received authorization to begin urgent erosion control along a 60 mile stretch of the Tumut River Three miles above Tumut town. The plan aims to improve river flow consolidate banks and possibly strengthen a dam with Government funding to form a river improvement district and expand works if laborers consent.
Beate Lottery No. 1913 announced today with major prizes noted as No. 40832 and No. 40831. Names linked to prize entries include D. M. Gale and GP.O with unclear text surrounding city and organization.
The article states that new rules require cans of specific dimensions and materials. It notes a minimum height and diameter, with provisions for placement and maintenance by residents. Official guidance emphasizes consistent use and enforcement by the local ministry or department.
Departmental officials and Readmasters said no official information existed about a query by the Trader and Labour Council. They noted the council hinted seven year old children might attend the Atnade School, while Canberra Watchera emphasized that six is the start age for school, with priority rules for younger children and concerns about accommodation and delays.
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