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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Aug 02, 1955
Page
6
The Manuka Theatre cannot stage an orchestra due to reduced stage depth and restricted access. Staff say the new screen is too costly to risk damage, making orchestral concerts unlikely this season.
The Redex trial car and team head toward Canberra on the way to Sydney with plans to reduce weight and carry fewer spare parts. Driver Gudgin and co driver Leonly expect the Holden and Volkswagen entries to perform well, stressing fuel efficiency and streamlined load for the journey.
The secretary Amod McVeigh of the Ail Liquor Prater Union said the union would confer with the Public Service Board about hotel casual workers not being placed as staff. He noted three legitimate members awaiting jobs and that many were affected. The issue will be raised at the Heddes fund Labour Council meeting tomorrow night.
The will of Florence Fidith Armstrong, a widow who died April 30 at 77, left an estate totaling 113,301 with legacies to the Mosman Home of Peace Disabled Soldiers' Association the Flying Doctor Service and the Blind Institute in Sydney. Bequests include 4000 to Margaret and Mary Henderson and further family gifts.
Semi finals in rugby feature two key matches at Manuka with Royals and Queenbeau in strong form, while Mot and Griffin inspire Queen with uncertain forward play. Kicker Gallagher anchors Kaela in a pivotal clash as teams near a decisive weekend. several grade matches, including third grade, promise tight contests and notable selections. The representative team heads to September 3 battles against Riverina after a country carnival season highlight.
Race results list numerous names, numbers, and odds from a historic meeting. Entries include Dark Prince, Winter's Tale, and Storm betting notes with dividends, times, and placings. Details mix horses, handlers, and betting terms across multiple events and handicaps with scratched entries and partial scores.
Fragmentary OCR notes show a printed line naming Christopher John Bhauesepre tut 1 Federal Capita and an unclear facade related location Braddon A C 7. Content lacks coherent event or date but suggests publication by a person and address.
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