29 Apr 1927
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Apr 29, 1927
Page
1
An artillery officer Lieut Tinsley RAG was seriously injured while returning to a wet National Circuit camp when he fell from a motor lorry carrying ramp equipment. A wheel passed over him, causing severe internal injuries. He was taken to hospital in unstable condition.
The AJC Autumn meeting at Randwick closes with Bacchus winning the Final Handicap and multiple races featuring favorites such as White Fang and Holiday contenders. Winners included Bacchus at 12 to 4 and Pay Day at 7 to 2, with strong showings in Dorgan and Nursery events.
Tattersall Trotting Club plans a £1000 Derby to be run at Goulburn early in the year 1929. The club confirms the big event, outlining the prize and venue details for members and competitors.
The Federal Territory Australian Rules meeting at Paweholars Quarters discussed league constitution and competition format. Four clubs entered for May 21 kickoff with home and away rounds, semi finals, and a final to determine the season winner.
Military naval and air units arrive in Canberra to prepare for the Duke and Duchess of York visit. About 2800 army, 1000 navy, and 400 air personnel, plus cadets and ambulances, converge on the city with trains and roads used for mobilization and camp setup.
A large air force contingent comprising about 450 personnel from the Clan Nir Moree and Richmond squadrons will assemble at the new aerodrome for an extended camp. The groups will include aircraft such as AEG fighters and DH pumps with recon planes, arriving from Melbourne and Richmond on specified dates for a multi day exercise and fort-night training.
The document describes a southern Nattonal Camp near the Prime Minister's residence commanded by Major F. W. Leones of the Garrison Artillery. The main force includes 350 men stationed in tents with engineers artillery ordnance troops, plus detachments from other units.
A limited number of copies of the Canberra Times first issue from September 3 1926 are available at a small price. Copies may be obtained only from the Canberra Times office and no more than five copies to one person.
Official programme outlines grand ceremonies for the Duke and Duchess of York in Canberra May 6 to May 10. Key events include a public reception at Parliament House, royal inspections, a flag salute, a National Anthem rendition led by Dame Melba, a key handover, a luncheon, and a royal review at the grounds with a march past. The schedule features guards from the Royal Australian Navy and Army, salutes, and a ceremonial key presentation.
A prospective Possibles vs Probables soccer clash to form the Federal Capital Territory side takes place at Manuka Sports Ground on May 10 at 2 pm. Referee Mr J Laurence. squads include Burns Molonglo Canberra Eastlake and Burns players with reserves listed.
A match under Australian Rules will be played at Manuka Sports Ground Saturday at 2pm between East Jake Football Club and Royal Austrian Artillery representatives from Kremath camp at Red Hill. Umpire Mr L V Hill to officiate.
The twenty six years of occupancy by the Federal Parliament of the Bato Parliament House ended yesterday with a farewell luncheon in Queen's Hall. Federal and State ministers and members past and present attended along with officials to thank Victoria for the use of the parliamentary buildings. About 250 persons were present.
The post office offers insurance for articles sent through the Commonwealth with a minimum charge of three pence plus postage. Compensation up to £2 is paid only if the article is lost. Higher compensation requires extra fees. max insured amounts range from £5 to £60 with varying premiums. Insurance applies to parcels to certain international destinations and arrangements exist with the United Kingdom New Zealand Italy France Germany and others. Inquiries are available at post offices.
Royal Highnesses attend a function at Canberra and travel by train to Melbourne after an evening engagement at Government House. Officials and guests are described as preparing for the journey.
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