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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Apr 18, 1940

Page

6

Thoroughbred racing card yields multiple divisions and close finishes

The program features Fox Hall winning Flying Colours division in 1.27, Lasting and Reunion in a second division with close margins, Table Talk taking first in the maiden division by two lengths, Vergure and Samurai close in the second, War Trophy dominant in the maiden, Bally Rich prevailing in the second, and Stalin besting field in the Welter. races record times and betting notes accompany each result, with several close outcomes and sizable purses.

J. Thompson Reunion R. Goordwins Eager Fox G. Whitney Bramana Bogan Boy Eye Witness Questionable Precious Silver Ready Wit Peggy Pan Dunkerry Captain Ho Vayu Diva A. Knox William Wont N. Robinsoni Old Serpent M. McCarten Tabasco Castalia Porimond Gambler Masterpiece Coorawong Dungals Fernave Serpent Vergure McMenamin Samurai Nicholls Benburb J. Duncan King Pyrrhus Taroo Exsperanto Leif Duke Caledon the Brush Tingle Joy Aren T We All Cliquot WAR Trophy R. Heather Welcome News Id. Munro Gold Rim W. Cook Auctioneer Ingle Boy High Flyer Marmont Little Andrea Lily Brayton Ceres Merry Myra Maid of Italy Faydare Greenery Miay Tantrum Tunisia Jamson Bally Rich E. Bartle Betty Beth JM McC Lay Gay E. McMenamin Hit Aero Brucas A. Thomas Majorca la Vallee Little Gragie Believe Dar- Ing Mita Cello Lady Gay Be Aero Jengih Jeneth Stalin D. Munro Tuhitaram MecCarten Laucullus Lad Phillipe Othera Hedenic Herarde Tickle Monogram Jan Ding China Jahn Mary Pontiac Wlawarra Lorn Val Beijing Tubhi Turata Lucullus Lad Victoria Park Highborn Linklet Korimake Lord Valentine Court Gossip Pianconi Bella Eroil All Set Baraglow Progress Mainlaw Dive

ACT Rugby Union Opposes NSW Country Matches Plan

ACT Rugby Union President W G Woodger says country unions should focus on a strong club programme rather than scheduling major representative games. He notes Canberra will host the Country Carnival, and the ACT plans a reserve grade this season while seeking Newcastle fixtures and a trip to Sydney for the Queensland match on June 14.

A.C.T. Rugby Union W. G. Woodger New South Wales Union Eise N.8.w. Union Mr. Woodger A.C.T N.S.W W. W. Hill J. Noseda Noseda ALF Canberra A.C.T. Wold A.C Tnion Alwaye All Blacks Randwick Gordon Parramatta Newcastle Sydney King's Hirthday NLS Ma. Woodger N.S.W. Union Sydney University Varsity Royal, Military College Nsw Queens Land

British Wheat Purchase Sets Daily Canada Trade Mark

The United Kingdom bought 12,000,000 bushels of Canadian wheat in the last 24 hours, expanding wartime food supply and trade with Canada under WINNIVEG arrangements.

United Kingdom

Brand labeling buyers trust in national and local ads

The piece highlights manufacturers who brand goods to inform customers about what they purchase and urges advertisers in both national campaigns and local stores to keep faith with shoppers.

National

Government searches for alternates as coal strike disrupts mails

In the House of Representatives the Postmaster General Mr Thorby said the coal strike has seriously interfered with country mail delivery and the government is making every effort to use other services for country mails.

Country Mr. Thorby House of Representatives

British MP Grenfell Honoured with Floor Seat in Commons

In a House of Representatives session last night Labour MP Grenfell received a floor seat. He was welcomed by the Prime Minister and shook hands with the Speaker Col. Bell and Leader of the Country Party Mr. Cameron. His seat was placed near the government front benches.

House of Representatives Grenfell Labour House of Commons Prime Minster Col. Bell Country Party Mr. Cameron

On the Air Schedule Highlights from 2FC and JAR

A dense list of radio programming shows a full day schedule across 2FC and JAR with news, music, talks, concerts, and special features. Notable items include Essential Services segments, Melbourne Symphony Orchestra performances, Liberal arts features, and the Parliamentary News broadcast sequence.

2FC JAR Daly Coen Jane Speed New York World's Doreen McArthur Berry St. Paul's Cathedral Dan Foley Frances Sinse Wv. G. Cornell Lea Sims Wilfrid Thomas Antonio Conar Jim Davidson Sydney Wireless Egon Petri A.B.C Melbourne

Dilution of Labour Sparks Senate Clash in Sydney

In Sydney on Wednesday strong words were hurled by One ALC.2.U. Conference members over a reported deal between the Australian Engineering Union and the Commonwealth government. They warned the plan would lower average wages and act as industrial conscription hindering workers freedom. Labor speakers branded the pact betrayal and treachery.

Sydney ALC Australian Engineering Union Commonwealth Tovernment Cameron Vic J. Coull

Unlicensed Radio Operator Fined in Central Court

George Myles of Ryde was fined £20 at the Central Police Court for transmitting wireless without authority. An inspector of the Postal Department said the broadcasts mainly consisted of recorded music and messages to friends. The Commonwealth spent £150 tracing the messages' source.

Sydney George Myles Ryde Ntral Postal Department Commonwealth

Kingston Tennis Club Elects New Secretary

At a Kingston Tennis Club general meeting at the courts on Monday Mr. D Duff, president, announced the resignation of longtime secretary Mr. J Mayo for business reasons. Mr. J B Johnston was elected to fill the vacancy with Mrs. Denton as assistant secretary.

Kingston D. Duff J. Mayo J. B. Johnston Denton

Canberra Schools Shift to Winter Sports and Activities

Canberra schools move from summer to winter sports with final secondary cricket matches completed and primary finals due tomorrow. Cadet enrollment grows as Monday drill sessions showcase student enthusiasm. Noted visitors include Mr H Haydon and Mr Dunbar and Mr A D Watson faces illness. deputy Eddy acts as principal. May 6 play at Albert Hall set with rehearsals under way. Government House Garden Fair attracts High School pupils and entries. Telopea Park Library opens with 518 books. headmaster Mr Fry urges donations to reach 1,000 volumes.

Canberra Secodary Schoola H. Haydon Dunbar Directep Tourist Bureau Filins A. D. Watson Canberra High School Sydney Watson Eddy Albert Hall Government House Telopea Park School McD. Fry Fry C. Edwards

Scout Week schedule and gatherings for Chu Scouts

The note outlines meetings and parades for Chu Scouts with events this May. It mentions a Friday meeting at TB sharp, the Duty Patrol the Herons, a Sunday gathering titled Pauls on May, and a sixtha parade. It notes May 12 attendance and reunions of old Scouts as part of Scout Week activities.

TB Sharp Nin

Guides Meet at Commissioner Residence for Weir Aid

About 30 Girl Guides gathered at the Commissioner residence on Saturday to assemble 800 parcels for the fair contribution to the weir on Balurdey. Lady sehr requested two Guides to tend on her at the Fair and the Prime Minister sent an invitation to attend Anzac Day at the House of Anzac Day. Guides set for 10.80 at the back of The District Commissioner. Gursia, returning to Sod.

Ivyard Balurdey Fier Sehr Gursia

Scout Notes Combined Empire Day Service at Albert Hall

A combined Girl Guide and Boy Scout Empire Day service will be at Albert Hall on Sunday May 24 at 4 p.m. A patrol leaders training course will be at Pennant Hills in May with travel expenses arranged from a Sydney benefactor. Heavy rain reduced attendance Friday. tomorrow night a social to check Scouter J. R. Israel. Scouts to bring a mug and provisions.

Albert Hall Pennant Hills Sydney J. R. Israel

Red Cross Canberra Division Receives Donations Toward Appeal

The Canberra division reports funds received toward the appeal for the Society. Previously acknowledged entries include Bank of New South Wales Joint House Dept Canberra University and eight staff members.

Funda Ieages Bank of New South Wales Canberra University

State Lottery Mystery List Exposed

A garbled OCR shows a list of lottery syndicates with partial names and streets, mentioning First Second Third and Fourth entries. Fragmentary evidence references locations such as A Pacer Road Petersh Tamworth and Myre, with Monday timing unclear.

Fragmentary Foreign Policy Notes From The Era

Fragmented OCR text references various nations and leaders. Mentions about East Indies, Netherlands, Britain, Japan, and U S statements hint at international intervention debates and pacific stance. The excerpt shows a newswire style with attribution to a correspondent and mentions of rights, invasion, and state actions.

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