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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Apr 22, 1939

Page

6

Bound Over for Three Years for Drunk Driving

Michael Nicholas Hughes aged 31 was bound over for three years during which he must not drive a motor vehicle or enter a hotel or take intoxicating liquor. He had been sentenced to three months in jail for driving a lorry while drunk and appealed for a fine instead. The judge refused noting drunk driving makes potential murderers and endangers children.

Sydney Michael Nicholas Hughes Hughes Curlewin Curlewis

Lift Crushes Youth as Ambulance Rushes to Aid

Ronald Layton, 19, was crushed when a lift moved with him inside a doorway trapping his thigh. Two doctors from Royal Prince Alfred Hospital were summoned by two way radio and performed an emergency release with crowbars after a general anaesthetic was given. His condition remained critical.

Sydney Oath Ronald Layton Royal Prince Alfred Hospital Layton

End to wash-day drudgery with Canberra Steam Laundry

The Canberra Steam Laundry offers a winter cleaning service. Bundle up your soiled linen, ring 750, and the van will call to take over the chores.

Canberra

Queanbeyan Rugby League Preseason Practice Set

Queanbeyan RL Club plans full practice ahead of season. Tomorrow they meet Cooma on Cooma ground then charter a train to Goulburn next week. With T Croasley’s departure the pack remains strong and lineups list J Williams at full back and A Griffiths among halves.

Queanbeyan Cooma Goulburn T. Croasley J. Williams Threequarters R. Royal G. Day W. Wardell W Mileshalves A. Griffiths P. I'ola A. Williams W. McKay G. Thompson W. Pearson J. Gosler Mt. Willians Replacementa C. Mears T.rowley H. Hibberson L. Wunidell

TATTERSALLS Acceptances For Today Caulfield

Racing list shows acceptances for Caulfield meetings with events including Hurdle Race and Khartoum Hurdle, plus Denman Stakes and Tattersalls Gold Cup. Notable entrants include Capaneus Big Thrill El Banado Asolando Moyal and Merry Smile Reunion York Enchant Bel Oiseau Cleveland and more.

Rugby Union Trials Prepare for Manuka Oval Clash Next Saturday

Preparatory rugby union trials at Acton Racecourse and Dustroon Oval No 2 with Norths Militia University RM C and others mark the lead into the season. Teams list players, lineups, and officials while a 1 yard 2 race opens the day's events at Dun Loy.

Rugby Union Manuka Oval Acton Racecourse Dustroon Oval Pacmien Oiga Eo T J Dunloy Norths University R.M.C. Tip Militia Morths Acton J. Baker Northern Suburbs H. ©. Luton J. D. Kela- Law J. T. MyrLeod K. Hickey N. Beterson W. EB. Young J. F.dsppehy MO Lmfoora B. Kirkwood B. Lynch K. 0. Harrison HM. A.erson TR Peterson FR. E. Ward TP. Stevena C. M. Pinkney C. HL. Beaton D. Sorensen G. C. Grahame J. F. Adam K. Prowne A. McDowell A. Gamble Rowan R. Baker R. Fitzgerald C. L. McCusker H. D. Adams L. Gorman P. W. Clemens Jamison E. Frceman A. Grant C. D. Guurgaud Utarigan University v. Rm.c. Mo al Adah Messrs A. J. Porter N O Leugatin Bull F. Cordy Bombuc W. J. McCur R. A. Peters R. H. Whaler W. O. Draper W. de Salis T. F. Ryley V. Healy F. Hines A. A. Mathews G. GO. Watson F. Carmeds Li. Trowbridge C. A. Allan Estka C. Bentley J. C. Richardson MR. M. Patterson A. MM. Murphy G. Coleman T. J. West J. McGavin R. T. Eldridge A. F. Swinbourne EB. J. Howard F. &. Paach I. Hunter A. Molineaux J. D. Bloas W. D. Mat

Arrest at Temora Court Over Fraud Charge

Patrick Joseph Keay aged 66 appeared at Queanbeyan Court before J. P. Engligh charged with obtaining £8 11s 6d from Arthur Fairfax of the Royal Hotel by false pretence on November 17. He was remanded on bail of £50 until May 2.

Queanbeyan Engligh J.P. Patrick Joseph Keay Arthur Frederick Fairfax Royal Hotel Temura Kelly Wan Ontil

Car Crash Near Yass River Injures Canberra Couple

An elderly Sydney couple, Mr and Mrs McPau, were in a motor accident near the Yass River on the Canberra Highway 14 miles from Canberra. Mrs McPau was admitted to Canberra capital hospital in a serious condition. The car skidded on loose pavement and overturned down an embankment after Mr McPau moved to the road’s edge.

McPau Sydney Yass River Canberra

Cardinal Puff Destroyed After Randwick Injury

Cardinal Puff was destroyed after suffering severe injuries during the Fern Hill Hand at Randwick last Saturday. He was euthanized to end his suffering.

Bydney Cardinal Puff Fernhill Randwick

Eastern Suburbs v RMC rugby match lineup at Durtresh Oval

Lineups released for the Eastern Suburbs and R.M.C. No. 1 rugby clash at Durtresh Oval at 3 p.m. Referee is L. Ramsay. Eastern Suburbs features McGrath Snow Motre Jaggers Owens Holden Fairhall and others. R.M.C. No. 1 includes Beeats Brooker Graham Denham and Pearson captains among forwards Jackson Dawson Coleman Young Donaldson and others.

A. L. McDonald A. W. R. Geddes R. J. McGowan EASTS A. Fairhall R. Turner E. Leech J. Mathieson R. Harrison L O'Donnell G. Allabrook J. Hill G. Quadling A. Flanagan C. Bird Lambert W. Weale C. Prowse L. Jackson Ingram R.M.C B. F. Beeats L.F. Brooker C. Graham R. A. Denham R. Webb R. A. Hay W. T. Curlews C. J. Milea C. M. T. Pearson O. D. Jackson G. E. L. Dawson K. R. Coleman D. A. Young R. Donaldson W. Morrow J. K. Hart G. H. Hardcastle J. Hardiman T. F. McAdie

Canberra Greyhound Races with Multiple Stakes Cards

The Canberra programme lists numerous stakes including the 473 yard Canberra Stakes in three divisions, the 413 yard Maiden Stakes, and the 660 yard President Stakes. Weights and weights in for the AUL dogs in the Ut indicate weigh-ins before 1.15 pm with all dogs weighed in by 1.20 pm.

Canberra Flashing Hella Whiskey Concession Shangetta Useemnie Spanker Kathalum Scarinal Springhead Maiden Tie Cash Lady Roxford Brengon Sinna Marie Friarie Dash Speedy Burn Wally's Gift Netherton Burnshaue Myno Lucknow Carhan River Golden Cutlett Queenola Athol's Hope Tips Micawber Frisco Dlim Palerma Ich Dein Climbing Lily Gollen Fleece Seven Bells Bel Oiseau Sonnis Mulga Kreuger's Filuke Karney Image Thitildo Ajura Lad King Mill Dan O'Glens Nancelona Shitty Lada Noreen Banjo's Own Kiloo Excitement Blue Steel Foxle Joe Moving Kreuger King Auty Button King Marathon Gold Ruffle Mill Vale Brisco Bing Desport Britney’s Deght Antec San Jone Sallaway Vaalmore Stormalong Actiic Bermalinuy Andy Mont Petit Joan President Golden Cub Kiora Verse Silver Chimes Walwakariki Musical Lordon Leewood Lady Renebs Disrecht Prince Milanor

Davies Double Drench for Sheep Fluke and Worm cure

Kingston chemist John L Davies promotes Carbonterra Chloride drench for sheep to treat fluke and worms. The product is sold at 12/6 per gallon and comes with dosage accuracy guaranteed by Davies. Sole agent for Stewart veterinary stock medicines available through Kingston pharmacy.

Davies John L. Davies Kingston John Stewart Bona Veterinary Stewart

Labour rejects New Zealand State lottery proposal

The Labour Party conference rejected a proposal for a New Zealand State lottery. Minister for Finance Mr Nash noted that £127,010 sent from New Zealand to invest in Australian lotteries returned 40 percent in prizes.

Wellington N.Z Mr. Nash Labour Party New Zealand Nesh

Influenza Outbreak Strikes Auckland Sectors

Auckland authorities report an influenza outbreak hitting police staff and workers across factories shops and government departments. More than 6000 quinine tablets bought to treat mild attacks amid widespread illness.

Wellington N.Z Auckland

Garage Ice Chevrolet Tourer 1928 Model

A 1928 Chevrolet Tourer vehicle, described as well shod with a good engine, is listed in the sale catalog. The entry notes its robust condition and readiness for use, indicating an intact chassis and proper wheel wear.

Selections Hurdle and Staking Entries Add Quiet Thrills

A list of race entries features Hurdle selections including El Banado Capancus and Tel Asur with Bel Oiseau at York. Denman Stakes lists Delmester and King's Head for June. Trial Handicap shows Vestal Mosante and Pen Name. Tattersall's Cun entries include Bachélor King Catharica Coornnga Club Weller Red Thespian Pur lance Arabia.

Big Thrill Bel Oiseau York Delmester King's Head Vestal Mosante Tattersall's Club Weller Purlance Arabia

Ajax to Spell Melbourne Victory in Training Transfer

Ajax is slated to spell Melbourne on Friday in a spell casting event at Bacchus Marah. He is described as prepared to slay the challenge and will be eased off during training sessions to ensure smooth progress.

Melbourne Ajax Bacchus Marah

Khartoum Hurrie and Other Race Entries

Khartoum Hurrie Dornford North Cape Rastford. Katandra 2 year old Murlalle Me Ina Quite True. Glenhuntly Handicap Magic Circle Pantoon Laurus. Neerin Steeple Deckard Bhore Khan Bennie. Maiden Two Year Old Lat Division Night Legend Moofred Bluebeard. Second Division Cavante Alarm ate right Welter Rambler Ragwhin Lord Windburra.

Capaneus Big Thrill Id el Banado Asolando Tredonner Fairlaw Moyal Pro- Fernave Nilse Grey Lee Lockslea Bowthorne Merry Smile Reunion York Enchant Bel Oiseau Cleveland Khartoum Tel Asur Royal, Cru Morapede Dornford Nevizes Ing Binnia Hero North Cape Green Cape Grand Billy Abbey Heroic's Restford Lospector Prince Win Glenhuntly Rosante Joy Cullen Sydney Judeon Great East Baveon Curloalty Irving Wantoon Bullaire Pearl Verde Son of Prairie Moon Alice Springs Aurous Gladiolious Melorado Vital Karingal Deckaril Barno CiTy Tattersall Brightelo All Blarney Im, Hf Fhere Khan Beau Placid Bully Hoyer Frenchy Allunga Sal Volatile Nimshi Kieenemup Sedunum Binncent Testudo Il L'Aigion King Legend Arabia Livingstone Paddy Syce Heroic Faith Sigh Poly Joy Nabob Pian Tony Cavante Bellevue Dazeling Mystic Lady Star My Boy Spearmeta Hautboy Balson Lord Wind Lamp Rambler Talestoner Kine Khartoum Hurrie Rastford Katandra Murlalle Me- Ina Magic Circle Pantoon Laurus Neerin Deckard Bhore Khan Bennie Night Legend Moofred Bluebeard Alarm

Fakenhamunlikely to start in Randwick Gold Cup tomorrow

Fakenham is not expected to line up in the City Taft's Gold Cup at Randwick tomorrow, with racing officials indicating uncertain start conditions and potential withdrawal from the field.

Sydney Fakenham City Taft Randwick

Stallion Ruffler Bought From Sir James Murdoch

Purchase of the blood stallion Ruffler by Mr. J. W. Butt of Queanbeyan. The horse had been a successful Engilah turf performer and was acquired by Sir James Murdoch at the end of his racing career.

J. W. Butt Queanbeyan Ruffler James Murdoch Engilah

Murder appeal dismissed in Edwards murder case

Sydney reports the Full Court of Criminal Appeal dismissed the murder appeals of Smith and Matilda, upholding the death sentence for the W Henry Edwards murder at Taree.

Sydney Crimtinal Smith Matilda W Henry Edwards Taree

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