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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Aug 09, 1946
Page
5
Sydney racing notes show Tente as the favourite for the Australian Steeple with Quixotic and High Flash among other contenders. Mentone’s two mile pace reported as part of the event coverage, with betting and field order outlined for the race day.
Saturday matches center on Navy versus RM C 1 to determine the final semifinalist for the Dank Cup. Other draws include Norths vs Easts and RM C 1 against Ravad at Dunroor Oval with team lists and players such as McKnight and Bodman noted.
Weekend hockey previews list multiple matches with players and teams, including Grammar vs Guides and St Christopher's vs Nuyaea. also details on locations, times, and contact notes for tickets and inquiries. The clutter mentions venues in Canberra and Sydney suburbs, with several car and furniture sale notices interspersed.
A jumble of notices lists a University College event this afternoon for graduates and a national committee probe into the status of women married to aliens. It mentions Goodwin manufacturing Moy and Brushware, a home delivery service by Mr Lambert, and a general meeting for a share association with election of officers. Also advertised are repair and cleaning services, carpentry, painting, and a building trade ad, with theatre players invited and Canberra City post box contact.
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