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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Sep 16, 1949
Page
3
Unclear OCR fragment mentions Duke figures and health official Dr J A Charien as chief medical officer of health. It notes members of Britain meat aristocratic families and a claim of 96 percent involvement, but text is garbled with broken phrases and repeated letters, omitting coherent details.
Two Caps Two Bydney tama will visi t Tae Canberra senior side in chides Bate players Hamer Shannon Brill and Joyce. New teamers to the team are Graham from Northern VMuburte Club and Wark from RAC who will play at right wang. The trama efected are as tok lows: éalor Shannon Graham Heil Brill Dunn Holmes Wark Ma ber Townend Joyor sinmt rewerven-Alanaon Radcliffe Harding Under 16 Angell Cameron Chariton Juhoun Davia Ceapp Grant Horan Irlam Lucas Martin Roberts Thomas Witwel final XT will be announce e at the ground
The page lists numerous entrants by initials and surnames across mixed and men events, naming A and B categories with competitors including Wilkinson, Hartson, Griffith, Rutherford, Hatton, Daly, Kellner, Canavan, Burgess, and others. It appears to be an entrant roster for a regional athletics meet with multiple mixed and men divisions.
Fully trained Mr Ki Knight established dance instruction in Canberra introducing Samba over three years ago and Medal Tennis six years back. He runs one of Australia’s few classes offering Tango and Samba in every session with trained assistants aboard.
Wallgrove camp equipment valued at £10,000, including 306 tents and blankets, allegedly stolen from The Commonwealth. Army warrant officer Roas Wedd, 40, was remanded until October 6 at Penrith Court and granted bail of £501. Prosecution by Sergeant Watning stated the value and nature of the equipment.
A report from Melbourne notes calls at the annual conference to repeal old laws permitting wife beating. Delegates argued for reform, citing a law authorizing spousal abuse and pressing for legislative change. The discussion highlighted the need to modernize protections for women and remove archaic provisions.
The Duke of Edinburgh and Princess Elizabeth may leave Windieham Moor in Surrey at year end as lease renewal nears. The couple reportedly plan to live in London with the King and Queen, with Elizabeth spending weekends with royal relatives whenever possible.
A fragmentary report recalls a radio broadcast criticizing mining policy, tax debates, and a proposed free medical scheme. It notes Labour voices and the Prime Minister’s remark on miners winning coal, with warnings about pre-election tactics and potential policy shifts if returned to power.
Spring fashions from Reeces feature light-weight wool coats with tailored lines and flared skirts, new hats in summer shades, veils, and vibrant colors. The listing highlights fitted coats, box-pleat details, brushed wool shorties, and a broad range of spring outfits for the well dressed woman.
Shop stocks a range of handbags described as cute as Cupid in Boxie styles made from genuine imported kid leather. Available colors include Browns Black Gray and London Tan with gilt frames, lined interiors, easy to clean. Ideal for all occasions.
Gloves must be added to your new en semble. Imported Continental and English real kid leather, these are soft.
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