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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Apr 28, 1934
Page
4
In London the government presses a bill to regulate and legalise lotteries amid House of Lords proceedings. Lord Gondandhry warns betting bans risk driving activity underground. the measure seeks oversight and public revenue while stressing responsible wagering.
Darwin Priday Modoc Walls today declined order Crown to pay costs inquired by Constable Blot in defending bundle and charge of having mutilated a woman. Crown could face heavy expenses if an appeal was ened by the Crown. Hearing that the Crown should recompense costs at the trial.
Timber from the Hindenburg era was repurposed in Britain’s industry this year. Gutted ships and war relics inspired new products seen by visitors at the White City. Boats and timber from ships like the Ganges and Terrible contributed to wartime and postwar manufacturing efforts.
The rugby league season opens in Canberra with the official ceremony under high patronage including the Governor-General, Lady Issacs, the Prime Minister, and Mrs Lyons. The Canberra Times shield will be presented to South City by Excellencies. Souths and Norths teams chosen for the season opener feature players aiming for Canberra selection. Players must report by 2:45 PM. reserves include Somerville and Charlton with Mr. J. Baker as referee.
Unprecedented interest surrounds the Carr Cup opener between Canberra and Goulburn at Queanbeyan. Officials expect near 1,000 fans to travel, with drivers urged to park off-street. Canberra’s acclaimed lineup features Boyle, Gribble, O'Brien and Hoyd, as Goulburn fields Feeway, Devlin, Mitchell, Armstrong, Mork and Belgrave under captain coach Mork.
A court delivered a verdict related to a slander claim tied to the Rosehill races. The ruling centers on statements made in connection with the turf event and involves identifiable parties in the racing community.
Today's programme from Ascot features the River Handicap with entries such as Sif, Cedste, Veretila, Keep Smiling, Bond, Mary B, Stud, Paris Lyne, Venne Ay, Maxanua, Agperton, Marat, Nar Naston and others. The Encourag e Handicap first division races are noted with trainers and odds including His Hieh and ornamental entries.
Friday in court Wallace Hradiey and wife Elizabeth sued George Wilson Hawants 52 for 2000 damages claiming libel. Defendant alleged to have claimed the Hur was untrustworthy and a paramour, others testified to reputation. Jury awarded 56 damages to plaintiff. defendant prevailed in a related case.
The Queanbeyan Comforts Fund drive gathers cash donations through a network of stalls including a book store and vendors at Crawford Street and Morrisett Streets. The committee plans another meeting at the Town Hall to organize Winter relief efforts for those struck by hardship.
Historical article notes cooling of concrete mass at Boulder Dam construction using air conditioning equipment to manage heat released by cement reactions. It explains heat generation in cement setting and the need to limit temperature rise to ensure proper curing, with refrigeration at the dam site described as the method chosen.
Race card details list selections for the Maiden Hurdle and Juvenile Handicap at Goulburn and Queanbeyan events. Notable entrants include Ephialtes, Tretmaton, Lumyris, Ronainger, and First Giviaion with riders Hawke, Grimen, A lendmian, Beton, Boyd, Burke, O'Brien, and Sealth. Curtain raiser covers Carr Owp matah and Gretolaee football context with Queanbeyan led by Arthur fee and Lach updates.
Five Europeans and several Chinese were executed or given long sentences in Dairen after a lengthy piracy trial. German leaders received death sentences, two others life imprisonment, and the Russian captain's wife and others were among those condemned for the June 28 incident that left ten dead.
Fragmented text outlines ultraviolet radiation effects on various industries, mentioning petrochemical and manufacturing contexts. It references quality, bloom, and manufacturing steps, suggesting cautions about industrial exposure and potential process changes.
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