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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Aug 08, 1940

Page

4

Rosebery Race Results Highlight Close Finishes

A chaotic race card shows Rosebery and Weera meriting top placings with tight margins. Notable performers include Majorca Christmas Carol and Liege Maid with near neck and two to three length separations, times around 1.204 and 2.18 in respective events.

Plgiss Banat m. Firat Herat Et Oot Ao A. Cook Yellowstone Wign Prett Ane Captain Ho Troi Dom Levru Ond Divito Weeamera Ashmore Prince Winooka R. Parsons I Torshent Yue Ij O'Sullivan Veil Precious Biver Juelai Leup Jyin Salacia Ipoaea Carol Time Benedictine Weeamerace Winoka Torehent Diva LA Vallee A Knox Majorca Cracknell Paraons Smack Em Fiery Finn Sie Tine Eens Ee Benita He Peony Pon Jan Foshell Beth Andship Betine Intersea Tima J. Thom Glitter Poppa RB Rt Fom Y Dunn Re Shipley Honte Carlo Val Spear Weltmee Foote Electra Bowen Bey Conupdrum Bandilo Grosvenor Venga Mafuray Liege Maid Thompson Brown Bomber Fell K. Andrews Blackig Miller Worth

St Pauls and St Pat to Meet in Finals Football Clash

In a high school football run, St Pauls Church High and St Patricks College teams reach the Second Grade finals at Manuka Park next Wednesday. Greentree starred with 24 points as CHS defeated Canberra Simmar 53-3, while CHB and CHS grades saw midseason upsets and tight finishes across the four grades.

Webb Greentree Savens Ality C.H McKeown

Guild Bridge Party at Hotel Kingston this afternoon

St Pauls Guild hosts a bright programme in the Hotel Kingston lounge with four pianoforte solos by Mrs FE Wrigley and songs by Mrs R Coombe and Rev T E Whiting. Speaker Mrs C B G Chambers, wife of Rev C Chambers of the CMS India, discusses women’s social and religious life in India. Evening lantern lecture by Mr Chambers at St Pauls Church on his missionary work in India. collection for CMS Work.

St. Paul's Guild Hotel Kingston FE. Wrigley R. Coombe T. E. Whiting C. B. G. Chambers C. Chambera C.M.S India

Collision at Ainslie Injures One in Morning Crash

A car driven by Norman McQuoid Street Queanbeyan collided with a motor lorry driven by Mr Ter ence Hall of Murrumbatenan at the intersection of Pialligo Avenue and Donaldson Street yesterday morning. Only slight damage occurred and one person was injured.

Norman Mc McQuoid Queanbeyan Terence Hall Murrumbatenan Pialligo Avenue Donaldson Street

Court Martial Begins for Captain Loveday in Singapore

Captain Robert Charles Loveday of the Royal Engineers faces one charge of conspiracy to defraud the War Department and 24 charges of obtaining sums around £20,000 by corruption. He allegedly helped building contractors win War Department work. Trial expected to last three weeks.

Singapore Robert Charles Loveday Royal Engineers Hay War Department

Rural Leasees Fund Decision by A.C.T. Rural

The A C T Rural action approved 1138 for their funds in Wit Certificates.

A.C.T. Rural Action Wit

Canberra Eisteddfod Juvenile Competitions Begin August

The Executive Committee of the Canberra Eisteddfod Society invites public attendance at nine juvenile sessions starting August 15 at 8 am at Albert Hall. Evening opens with Primary schools chorus, Friday Verse Speaking, Saturday Folk Dancing and City Open School Championship adjudication. admission 1s , 1s 6d for evenings, 1s for day sessions, 5s for adults membership tickets and donations encouraged via Box 18 GPO Canberra.

Canberra Eisteddfod Society The Albert Contora Albert Hall Sydney Australian Capital Territory G.P.O Canberra

Letters divulged stir censorship debate in parliament

The House of Representatives discussed leaks by censorship staff who revealed letters from navy men to friends in Australia. The Army Minister said officials are dismissed if they break their oath. Ward and Cameron reaffirmed statements and promised action on concrete evidence.

Navy Australia House of Representives Wan Lab Army Street Ward Mr. Cameron

Recital of Sacred Music At Queanbeyan Church

Gi Stephen s Church Queanbeyan hosts a Sunday afternoon sacred music recital featuring organ solos by Canberra cathedral organist C Daley playing Handel and Guilmant pieces. St Andrew s Canberra choir members sing sacred solos and an anthem is performed, with Mr Daley accompanying. Proceeds support patriotic funds.

Gi. Stephen’s Queanbeyan St. Andrew's Cathedral Canberra C. & Daley Handel G. Garrats St. Stephen's Guilmant St. Andrew's Pittard Harry Mears Bird Denton Lind God Daley

Perfect Idea wins at Moonee Valley in hurdler stakes

In the Moonee Valley meeting, Perfect Idea led most of the 2m11f hurdles clocking 2 56.0 with Bunnegal second and Gold Streak third. Furlong betting favored Perfect Idea at 11/2 and Bunnegal at 10/1, while Blue Be ard took the blue riband in the late card with Beamstone in the handicap and other notable runners including Zalmon and Madame Coue.

Perfect Idea G. Godfrey Bunnegal L. Meenan F. Bracken International Docker's Plains Coylton Boyar Golden Loo Jetette Thorne Lad Dorado Beralli Bunonewal Treak Diva Gilnda Hangicap FUR Trader H. Badger Zalmon T. Griffiths Madame Coue F. Brown Lerida Rangitikel Leven Wanganui King Ayesha Santos Me Coue Coth Ae Varingberg Otter Bluebeard A. Badger Mr. W. Preston Love Kolozal Waddow Booroomuggs Evens Beyalis Beaustone H. Morris J. Cronall Rex Felt Chortle Old Days Mann Fords Border Lass Bliskawicn Demotie Sackville Beamlah Lord Contact Beaufiler Gee Iz Royal Crose Manja Harris Silent Night Maid of Athens MOTO Normandie Dios

ALF Recruitment Issues Stir Murwillumbah and Newcastle

In Parliament Mr. Anthony said enlistments from Murwillumbah and Lismore had not faced call ups before end of May. The Newcastle recruit depot advised no further calls would be made. Public unease grew as leaders sought to fix the position amid unclear policy.

House of Representatives Anthony C.P ALF Murwillumbah Lismore Newcastle Agry Street

Tennis Pairings and Matches Listed in Royal Canberra Record

A long list of pairs and matchups with players such as J. Moutray W. Bodie L. Rowling G. Beebe Li Morrison L. Middy A. Shepherd J. Wallace J. Merrileen L. E. Cooke W. Fanning F. O Rourke C. C. Russell C. Persson L. Hatfield C. Young J. Nimmo A. C. Newton Sir Robt Garraf E. Smith W. D. McDonald F. Schnekier R. G. Parker F. J. McKenna RK Gough L. Kempeon E. Slater G. W. Grigg L. F. Johnson F. Humphreys J. Carrodus C. Campbell R. Shannon D. McInnes A. Turner J. Mulcahy J. Orr L. Thornber W. Davidson H. Yegnd L. Thomson H. Sloan T. Leaper Charlesworth A. Hanson G. Long Peterson H. Reeve N. Faroe F. Murray cc. Witte R. C. Jarman J. Edlington W. C. Thomas A. J. Senior R. J. Maloney BE Murphy J. McGinnea W. Carmody R. Heaney H. G. Richards C. J. Hugher L. Cole L. Dwyer R. T. Whyte R. B Parker J. Perry C. P. Maroney N. Parke E. Dullard L. Palmer J. G. Davies B. W. Farquhar N. Wormald J. Hornby F. Parker G. Doddrell C. Marriott K Cook and partner are listed as various doubles lineups in a detailed schedule or standings note.

J. Murray A. Hopkins J. Moutray W. Bodie L. Rowling G. Beebe Li. Morrison L. Middy A. E. Shepherd J. Wallace J. Merrileen L. E. Cookery W. Fanning F. O'Rourke C. C. Russell C. Persson F. Humphreys

Canberra court urged extra sitting day per month

The Canberra Court of Petty Sessions heard that an extra court day a month is needed due to heavy business. Magistrate M J Ryan must return tomorrow to finish one case and begin another as the unusually long sitting extended to 5 30 p.m. Sergeant E Bailey and Mr J L Maguire supported adding a third court day, and the Clerk was asked to pursue this with the proper authorities.

Canberra M. J. Ryan E. Bailey J. L. Maguire Tr. Ryan

Water restrictions tighten in Sydney amid looming supply failure

The Metropolitan Water Board warns of potential water shortages if rainfall fails to reach the catchment area by June next year. Drastic restrictions on water use were imposed today with little rain in 17 months, affecting widespread areas of Sydney.

Sydney Metropolitan Water Board

Dockyard Dismay Amid Steel Shortages At Sydney Docks

The shortage of raw materials led to dismissals at Cockatoo and Mort's Docks and small industries in Sydney and Newcastle. Prime Minister Menzies said BHP steel works resources were diverted for home and overseas steel needs. He noted a coal stoppage also disrupted supplies.

Cockatoo and Mort Sydney Newcastle B.H.P Menzies

Canberra Basketball Fixtures For Saturday A Grade

The Canberra basketball list for Saturday outlines A GRADE fixtures with teams including Grammar and others. Details are incomplete in the readable text but indicate scheduled matchups and times.

Canberra T.w.ga

Nazi salute alleged at Capitol Theatre during National Anthem

Canberra Court heard bus conductor Robert John McDowell charged with offensive behaviour after witnesses testified several children in his party raised arms in a Nazi salute during the National Anthem at Capitol Theatre on July 25 26. The hearing adjourned for more testimony.

Canberra Court Robert John McDowell Capitol Theatre L. Powley Mr. Maguire Angles I. C. Perriman Withees Helen Skinner Murray Crescent Griffith McDowell Defendant Lwhéen Batley Charles Nicol Hopkinson Hailey Miss Skinner Herbert Viceman Hopkinson Christopher Noonan Phyllis Noonan Terence Makin Deamond Noonan

On the Air Today Radio Schedule Highlights

A dense listing of broadcast times and programs across two stations 2FC SAR and 2BL. Highlights include Essential Services at 6.30, News at multiple slots, musical hours, talks, devotions, and special features with Beecham and Sydney Symphony performances.

University Musical Society Nova Heddle Nash Oscar Ore Mae Sean Foe Spector Gen- Cu 9FC Conte Times The Post

Ambiguous Broadcast Schedule From 9 30 Evening Slot

Fragmented OCR notes outline a Sydney Symphony program and various BBC and national news segments with times, names, and program titles. Mentions include Mervin K Slosberg and Colin Chapman with scattered references to football teams and essential service reads.

SLO B.B.C. News Sporting National Clinson Echoes of Scotland Colin Chapman Behnee Mathea

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