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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Aug 01, 1928
Page
5
Fragmented OCR lists multiple names and times across events, including 100 metres races for men and women and hurdles. Names such as Williams, McAinsty, Lammers, Warren, and Wilson appear with vague times and placements, alongside countries or clubs and a mentioned height or measurement. The text is garbled but indicates a track meet with sprint and hurdle events and participant IDs.
The Beatoral Commission holds a meeting to discuss clerical pay and allowances for officers. Debates cover compensation, authority, and the method for determining salary levels amid ongoing budget concerns.
A Canberra proceeding discusses appointing a dependent Anibunut and reviewing working conditions for Commission employees. The request seeks a commission for junior staff, with priority toward protecting older workers and ensuring fair pay. The hearing references prior decisions and senior officials, and addresses procedures for the future selection of a presiding officer.
A jumbled report recounts a sea incident involving Jervis Bay captain and Whit Blan Lines illness, noting a flag dispute and a wrestling-like struggle aboard. The account mentions timing, a fall, and unclear outcomes amid chaotic phrases and garbled names.
Fragmented OCR text describes a heat for 1500 metres involving Boy Charlton and other athletes. It mentions arrival details, a competition setting, and late race alignment. The readable portion lacks a clear outcome or full names. no exact dates or venues are confirmed.
Fragmented ad copy promotes bargains on woolen and fancy fabrics at Shaw’s with mentions of Australian wool and tweed, claiming heavy weights and updates. Includes stray pricing and store details but text is garbled and hard to parse.
The readable passages describe a national campaign and government aims, mentioning a premier and opposition figures, the Nationalist party context, constitutional issues, and discussions of government absorption and reform. The text remains garbled but centers on political strategy and electoral intent.
In a confusing entry, two rugby league clubs withdraw from the competition amid federal pressure. The text references revisions and negotiations over permits, selection, and leniency, with names and dates obscured or garbled.
The Canberra Times announces an employment aid program for unemployed residents of Canberra and Queanbeyan. Advertisements can be submitted at the newspaper offices with a three-pound fee or none, as there is no obligation to pay. The offer remains open until month end and applies to all job seekers in the area.
The Northbourne District Cricket Club announces its annual general meeting details. Members are invited to attend at the club grounds to discuss governance, committee appointments, and upcoming fixtures. Notices outline date, time, and eligibility for participation.
Classified item notes a sale of a property or wood lot with contact details for Marshall Cisse Tall and a phone number, indicating a local buy or trade posting. The fragmentary OCR hints at a listing, likely for timber or land, inviting inquiries.
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Fragmented OCR text references Invited for something called puretoon, Pablo Pubnbioat, New Prvanine ty 24, Dexbatene, Hinton, Kunebon, and mentions L. H. RUDD MLA Architect. Includes scattered names, places, and potential public notices without clear actions or dates.
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