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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Sep 29, 1947

Page

2

Fragmented OCR reveals council election preferences and outcomes

An OCR damaged text outlines preliminary preferences and eliminations in a council election. It cites candidates Fraser Garran Hurley Goostwin Rowen Davis Atcherley Drekar and Beadman, with votes and transfers hinting at final preference distribution and partial results.

Beadman Élante Thomas Worm Kramer Murty Bi Booker Fraser Tevonaon Garran Ig Hurley Goostwin Fayoe Rowen Davis Atcherley Drekar Hepp Bonet

In Loving Memory of Our Father and Grandfather Martin

In loving memory of our dear father and grandfather who passed September 5. We think of you each day and miss your steadfast presence. From loving family, Lew, Nan, and grandchildren. Remembered with affection and sorrow, September 1946.

Martin Lew Ue Martin Saeed Tray Seyichorr Norrow Tammany

Canberra Bowling Club Plans Annual Weekend Match

Canberra bowling circle announces a weekend event with Captain Greens and President Aird welcoming guests. The roster includes many players and officials, with celebrations noted for the club’s annual meet and anticipated participation from Forrest and other listed members.

Negro Wins Fight in Hostile Melbourne Stadium

In a riotous Melbourne night bout, Predile Danots, an American Negro, defeats Miller in two rounds at Melcher Inst. stadium. Miller was knocked down in the first round but continued briefly. Danots was declared winner after the second round amid crowd unrest.

Melbourne Nadie Issiler Dawson Miller Uimas

Weather Notes from Fairbarn News Forecast

The report lists barometer readings and temperature highs and lows across the Fairbarn region with times in the day. It notes scattered showers and moderate winds in the north, with forecasts for Fairbarn and surrounding districts including detailed station data and expected conditions through the night and Sunday.

Sanrerba Astonien

Polls In Canberra Highlight ALP Splits And Informal Votes

Voters faced a complex Canberra election with ALP candidates spread across government and advisory council posts. Informal ballots rose as electors struggled with ballot order and candidate grouping, prompting calls to reform the ballot paper and voting process.

Rae Rensn Canberes ALM Particuar Pullah Aggt Advisory Council Ste A.D. Frater Aftlatinns Mugivingn Tntal Tix Wi Mormany Eitixone Rendur Senate Rex Boen Tsa Armioa Cate Pelgns

St Christopher's Wins Women's Hockey Final

St Christopher's defeated Mig 3 to 2 to claim the A Grade Women's Hockey premiership. Christopher's led 2-1 at half with two goals by High, while Mig pressed after the break and tied briefly before Christopher's sealed the win with a late goal. Strong stickwork and team play defined the final as Christopher's secured the title before a large crowd.

ST. Christopher's Lime AL Christopher’s Mig Pinay Taat Keen Christopher’s High X. Atepheus Fiji Queanbeyan H. H O'Brien M. Nance D. Bandeld P. Hor- Gavon Fowman

Rugby League Charge Cited Players in Brisbane Controversy

Canterbury-Bayketmwn Rugby League fans face duties committee summons after a 80-2 Brisbane defeat. Some Iran members accused of fielding, club officials submit reports, with few details disclosed. NSW Rugby League to meet after managers’ report submission.

Rugby League IN Brisbane Sydney Canterpury-Bayketmwn Rugby Langue Iran canterbury-Hawketown Famey Sime Johnes New South Wales Rugby League Thorfow

Albanians Sentenced for Espionage in Foreign Power Case

A court in Tirmuna sentenced Albanians on espionage charges. One received death, others were given 3 to 90 years imprisonment or shorter terms. Some details are unclear due to damaged text but involve treason and aiding a foreign power.

Bwlailade Bunday Tirmuna Albeniane Treamon

Measles Outbreak Strikes Canberra Hospitals

Reports from Canberra detail a measles outbreak in the ACT with staff absences and wards entering isolation. Medics note cases rising, with patients treated at home without doctor consultation as schools report many children absent amid rising illnesses.

Act Yrar Canberra Community Hospital Tosterday Canberra

Acute shortage of pre school teachers discussed at conference

Delegates at a University College hosted conference on preschool development voiced remedies for the acute shortage of pre school teachers. They backed forming a coordinating council for pre school organizations and creating a national body to coordinate actions. Delegates visited Reid Pisy Centre in the afternoon and expressed favorable impressions.

Delezates University College MENC Reid

Tax Cuts Described as Two Percent Revenue Concession

Federal Secretary of the Associated Chambers of Commerce Mr PB Wilkins calls Budget tax cuts a barely two percent revenue concession. He argues the strong budget position warrants more relief to spur production and support taxpayers.

Associated Chambers of Commerce PB. Wilkins Nid Weekly Bullet Canberts Graurda

End Week Casualties From Canberra Hospital Report

Reported injuries include Walling from cubby Howe Wil lae Helller and Turmer among nine victims. One patient sustained a left elbow fracture and was admitted to The Canberra Hospital in satisfactory condition. An ambulance crew transported Mra A McMahon to hospital after a heavy plate fell, causing severe lacerations. The patient remains in care with infection risk noted.

Walling Cubby Howe Willae Helller Turmer Canberra Hospital Canberra Naan Mra A. McMahon Jettley Hoapital

Leading press figure passes in Tamworth aged 73

Death of Albert Joseph Tamworth managing director of The Tetinen Daily Leader and a leading Australian provincial figure. He founded Associated Northern Dailies, directed Australian United Prose Ltd, and served in the Australian Infantry. Survived by wife Jean and three daughters. Funeral arrangements to follow in Tamworth.

Albert Joseph Tamworth Abbert Tetinen Daily Tamworth Joorph Australian United Prose Ltd Maney Joseph Saympie Tate Sts Gympie Sedoa Tamworth Grasimar Bethods Aurvey Meneath Waleal Landa Tamworth Observer the News By. Ltd Mortherny Daily Tander Ute Ahareolder Ney Joseph San Delogate Empire Press Vinton London New Auth Wales Gruntry Tactic Development Co. Ltd Gunine New South Wales Sche Ammeddon En Force New England University Cole Yoge Tamworth Techatenly Callege Jomuph Ath Australian Infantry Regi Bath Wales Jean Herold Aire We Mosman Min F. Newer Croydon Sia Beryl Joseph Tamworth Tie Marror

Death of Albert Jones Revered Leader in New South Wales Country Press

Tributes pour in from Funth Tributes the Leader of the New South Wales Branch of the Australian Country Party and colleagues across Northern New South Wales mourning the death of Albert Jones a long standing figure in country newspapers and the Country Press Association. Mr McClintock lauds his four decades of service and leadership, noting his influence in the Bowling Association and inter state country press efforts.

New South Wales Australian Country Party Brivener New South Water Ide Wal New South Walrahich Munna Country Presa “Association 1Mg McClintock Ah Tarxe Wall Albert Jooegs Hia Country Press Association Tverd Inter ‘ Eata Mo+ Chintock Hawaa South Water Howling Association Ade Joseph Boeing

Timber shipments from New Zealand possible soon

Australian Trade Commissioner in New York reports likely resumption of timber shipments from the west coast of New Zealand to Australia. He notes a record value of exports for the year and mentions government representations by merchants on paper supply, with commentary on broader trade volume trends.

West Voant New Zealand Anustralia Autralian Trai New Yedlana J. J. Murray Cuwmiliers Zealand Triain Granituignie Ping Hee Seon

Minister Edits Educational Film on Sex in Canberra

A fire damaged an educational film edited by Reverend Maxlewood for a Canberra YMCA lecture on sex and life dated October 18. The clergyman outlines topics on cell development fertilisation and reproduction in the animal kingdom. The Chelatlen Social Order Movement supports the lecture tied to Protestant campaigns for marriage promotion and family welfare.

Canberra Mathodiat Revnialer Will Intente YMCA B.J. Maxlewood Animal Kingdom Chelatlen Social Order Moet Dampaine Puldante Elinle

Faulty packing of exports to India

The Department of Semmieree journal reports exporters facing protection from overbearing methods. The senior Australian Trade Commissioner in India and Burma notes many exporters fail to account for eastern territories. Water damage during monsoon climates deteriorates shipments stored on ships, making waterproofing essential.

Department of Semmieree Jean Trading Pradr India Buna Fe Gollan Frode Hie

Royal Canberra Golf Championships Surging Junior Leads After Round

Ken Ley, 19, delivered a brilliant round at Royal Canberra, closing with a late surge to win the championship by four strokes. Competing for New South Wales junior honors, Ley overcame an earlier challenge from L. Cole and a strong field, with notable runs in the final holes.

Galf Ken Ley Royal Canberra Ayer Sydney Fiite Venta Ley Tolei Tareway Junkers Nate Conale Tency L. Cale Cale Wien E. Diddereth A.B. Shepherd W. Wilmahuret J Perry Maliesch Avrekn Taunton W. Wilmeniret Hia Biname Amroualy Aurea Pizenoan Anahed Ton W. Wilmahurst Fin Bain Wresna N.C. Flour Long Bolen

A.C. Tennis Championships Open Day Delivers Strong Play

Opening match day at Manuka for the A.C. TLTA annual Open championships shows high ball control and evolving form. H. Nicholla defeats J. Bennett in a sharp early upset, then charts a path past Rapclamon’s Joyre, as players respond to schedule, handicaps and court conditions.

Aanger Manuka A.c.tlta Wevcont Yeatarday H. Nicholla J" Bennett Nicholle Aydiney Vea Fared Bennett Micholle Rapcclamon Joyre Tomnamimat Committee Enanis Achemule Geile Ohators

Candlelit Carols and Charity Fund Event Report

A fragmented notice describes a candlelight carol event organized by Deere and EEA for the Northern Safety Fund. It lists committee members including deputy HL Unwin and a secretary, with uncertain details on date, location, and participants.

Candle Eee UY Deere EEA Cernhorrn “Safety Fond Ip van Nieve Yomiereny Committee Sie Inte Camprin Ch Camepbel HL Unwin Secretay Ner

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