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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Aug 09, 1950
Page
2
Bargain alert on lounge furniture offers remarkable value with orders over £100. Market signage highlights savings and bold price promotions, attracting shoppers seeking quality pieces at reduced costs. Descriptive terms emphasize value and wide selection for immediate purchase.
The British side and the Combined Country XV are declared fit for today’s 3:30 p.m. clash at Munuka Oval. A T Mataia from Canberra is cleared after a finger injury, while Kernatt and four others are named as last-minute replacements. Hayward traveled by train, as team colors and lineup are set for the match.
English half back pair and winger show excitement over selection as British squad trains in Sydney. The party toured Government House after arrival, with players singing Welsh songs at a reception. Weather and ground prep at Manuka affected scheduling for early games.
The bantamweight boxing community reads of retirement claims amid public notices and fragmented reports. Names and dates are unclear, but the era of a featherweight titleholder stepping away is highlighted through scattered phrases and notices in the page.
A fragmented OCR notice for Canberra funeral directors and panel beating services. Mentions reliable man and contacts, after hours service, and a driving and welding shop in Kingston. Includes phone numbers and business names but is garbled.
The manager outlines an open style of play as the British team prepares for a test. Key players Bridah, Kyle, Williams and Jones are noted for absence from the opening match against Combined Country at Canberra, with Osborne leading the squad. Reserve picks include Hi Taihurst as reserve mid. NSW team practices international rules at Sydney Cricket Ground ahead of changes to the over.
The field for the Epsom spectacle includes Dickens and Rim Boy as top favorites with strong bookmaker support. Other Metropolitan entries such as Henivato and Carapoole appear as close alternates, while Keveril remains a noted rival alongside the pair.
North Canberra Rugby League president Mr Freebody defended Hogan as captain amid reports Hogan would miss the team. He cited a disputed £18 12s 6d payment and said Hogan may be cleared if North Canberra agrees. The Lingue faced defunct rumors and questions about Hogan’s place in the side.
Tuesday's high weight handicap at Randwick saw a photo finish fade when the developing solution deteriorated, delaying density. Richmond, in charge of the cameragraph, said five-minute checks will be instituted. no fault found in the camera or mechanism. A dead heat between Frermada and Admetus occurred after the finish. Fire near St John’s Church damaged property but caused no major injuries.
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