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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Sep 16, 1948
Page
3
Fragmentary note describes a Wednesday decision by a Port Committee, aiming to enable unloading of urgently needed supplies at the Sydney waterfront. Mentions a rename and refining week end work, with reference to a morrow timing.
The Australian Board reports a tour profit of £38,748 from England and seeks more data from the South African Association before decisions on next steps. It outlines itinerary checks for future tests and experimental use, with Dr Alan Roberts appointed chairman after Mr R A Oxlade. A testimonial match for Don Bradman is to be decided in due course.
Fragmentary notes mention Mr Young a member of the Royal Society and the Society of America attending a meeting of the Canberra Geographic Society. It references prizes such as the Davies trophy and a L. Davies trophy for a competition, with several names and bakeries garbled in the text. The overall sense is an awards event or ceremony in Canberra with multiple participants and trophies.
A Dubbo courtroom sentenced John Dowpie Ashworth aged 15 to ten years gaol for manslaughter. The judge urged mercy while stressing the duty to mankind and suggested the sentence be served on a prison farm. The case involved Slat Caughey, manager, and Traine Da May addresses.
In a murky court proceeding today Sydney Max Malstein and others faced allegations over alleged money handling and obstructed entries. The presiding judge reserved decision after testimony and disputed capacity issues amid routine courtroom suggestions.
A fragment reports Communist fellows allegedly teaching the Malay language at Darwin to prepare for unrest. Mr Blain and Mr Minin describe fears of direct contact with Indonesian interests. The Interior department was asked to investigate Malay language training at Darwin.
A man appeared in court today under the Home Deliveries Act alleging he failed to display a shop notice issued by the Department of Labour and Industry. He pleaded not guilty to the charge and faced the matter at the Chief Court.
The Canberra Gilding Club considers cramp country adjustments as members test a primary glider remodel. Early trips may be limited to about 30 miles while improvements in better patterning are expected and noted.
Canberra's arin pal oow wil be nett tt haber ol on Saturday seven 2 pam. conjunction with the or monthly ahaw of he Morticultural Society of Cam torre. The schedules cover a wide range of subjects including daffodil, trees, flowers, and crafts with various exhibits and divisions. The event features horticultural displays, competitions, and a grand ball, with entry details and timing listed for visitors and participants.
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