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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Apr 23, 1934
Page
3
A sparse readable excerpt outlines a brief local item with names and places. Readers see scattered fragments suggesting a historical note or notice, but details are incomplete and require cross checking for full clarity.
Mia appears in court where prosecutors present evidence leading to a plea deal. The case involves a local district attorney and defense counsel. The outcome includes a potential sentence agreement and next court date set for review.
Northbourne Oval hosts a practice match with Kingston and local players. Managers praise early form from recruits while noting gaps in experience and fitness. Captains WHAM and SutLoM lead the side as youngsters push for senior spots in a developing season.
Canberra hosts Navy in a King's Birthday match as the naval squadron plans a public celebration. Officials expect a football contest at the riverside venue with plans to showcase local communications and a follow up message from Queensland authorities.
In a decisive rugby trial at Queanbeyan showground Queanbeyan defeated Canberra 21 to 10. Key players included O Connor J Norton G Grimes Rowley Kay and B Hawke for Queanbeyan with A Grinch coaching. Canberra's O Connor and Grimes showed strong tackling and passing but Queanbeyan built from the opening line move and extended through mid and late tries despite a hard wind.
The Queanbeyan and District Coursing Club held a ten race meeting at the Show Ground on Sunday afternoon with several records. All Blue won the Canberra Stake by one length from Cattan Jones with strong times in the Open Stakes, while Divat's Beauty claimed the Fourth Division Open Stakes in 29.45 seconds. King Forest remained unbeaten by taking the Hurdles in 31.48 seconds, Gala Boy and Dainty's Best followed in place, and a clash between Faye Another and Ligateo required intervention.
In the Maiden Stakes third division STAR WHITH led with a strong finish ahead of Jallant Maid Settings and Gallant Maid. The Divots Beauty and Merne's Hope were notable in the betting, with Divot's Beauty favored by Les Heo and black Pansy also prominent in the wagers.
Mentone Turf Club hosted hurdles and plate events with Etymology and Drakella among winners. Notable placings include Etymology winning the first division by two lengths, Drakella in two divisions with wins for Diva and Our Comet showing strong form, and Stylish Beg triumphing in another, with times and betting details reflecting a busy race card.
In Canberra Club standings, Garran trophy claimed by Mick Canham after a long heat with top marks. Competitors faced gusty winds and variable weather as Seignor Grande and other named shooters posted notable scores and cash prizes of £200 for the day.
Princess Elizabeth celebrated her birthday at Windsor Castle in mourning time. The royal household hosted a quiet gathering with King and Queen, the Duke and Duchess of York, and Prince George. Gifts including a travel funder’s items were shared as part of the observance.
A reader discusses the Easter event at Acton, praising horsemanship and food stalls while urging support for the Provisional Committee under De NOR to secure fair conditions worthy of the Western territory. The letter reflects interest in horses and bore racing and calls for reader involvement.
Organizers note the F C T H A annual ball at Albert Hall on Friday September 7. Also a call for applications for the position of Parliamentary Reporter in Canberra with salary up to annual increments, must be under 40, experience required, applications due May 10, 1939, to J S Weatherston.
Fragmentary OCR notes show Canberra to Sydney motor service timings and fares with scattered names of booking offices and locations. The text mentions departures on Thursdays and Saturdays every six minutes from Leaven Canberra, with early morning runs on Sundays and Wednesdays and Fridays. Prices listed as one shilling tenpence and booking offices include W Prowno’s, City, and Charlton’s Newsgency Kingston, among others.
Moorefield hosts a mixed card with maidens and juveniles led by profit Tito in a 1 mile event. Notable runners include Aripilen and Shepherdesdale with close finishes and betting cues.
Nine youths were sentenced today in Calcutta and in south India to terms ranging from two to 14 years for terrorist activities. The trial trials lasted over seven weeks with evidence from more than 100 prosecution witnesses regarding the plot to strike at local police officials.
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