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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Aug 11, 1934

Page

4

Cedars of Lebanon Presented to National Cemetery

Eighteen cedar trees from Lebanon are presented to the American nation as thanks for postwar aid, blessed by Sahag II of the Armenian Church. Mrs. Velt led the ceremony, with United States relief efforts noted, including funds raised and orphans aided in the Near East after the war.

Near East Lebanon Lington Sahag Velt Ameri United States Tha Éricans

Peppermint Cure For Children's Hacking Cough

A 19th century remedy promotes peppermint as a cure for children's hacking coughs. Advertisements claim soothing effects, praising peppermint candy as a simple home treatment for persistent coughs in youngsters.

Census Bulletin for New Guinea Next Week

The Commonwealth Census Bulletin for New Guinea is due next week with figures to follow for Norfolk Island Nauru and other Territories and then New South Wales. Census staff have been reduced to 225 from a peak of 325 as dismissals proceed and remaining employees will gain three weeks annual leave.

New Guinea Norfolk Island Nauru State of New South Wales

Mil itary Ball during Royal Visit expected to draw crowd

The annual Mil Ball at the Albert on October 24 aims for success as a royal visit looms to Canberra with the possible attendance of the Duke of Chhallestoe. A strong committee organizes the event under Governor General Isaacs patronage, with dancing planned from 8 pm to 2 am.

the Albert Canberra Roy Meas Duke of Chhallestoe Messrs A. E. Jackson H. Reed F. Dawkine T. W. White J. C. Perriman J. Knight Bir Isaac Isaacs Lady Isaacs

Kingston and Barton Whites clash in Canberra premiership round

Kingston Maroons meet Barton Whites at York Park at 3 p.m. in a B grade premiership game. Reid Park hosts Reid Park 2.15 p.m. matchup Mahoney and McGregor and a Manuka Northbourne challenge at Canberra Cup. A Sunday meeting for annual ball and carnival planning set for 10.30 a.m. with full team lists and emergency details included.

Kingston Posseason Tas Geedel Grammar School Roar Reid Gaay Reeggan Manuka Northbourne Canberra Cerebourne Kingston Maroons Barton Whites York Park

Woods Great Peppermint Cure Offers Relief for Coughs

An early 20th century remedy, Woods Great Peppermint Cure, advertised as first aid for coughs and colds. It claims quick soothing effects and broad use for respiratory discomfort.

Woods

Four teams into semi finals as nationals prep intensifies

With semi finals near, At Ainaslie and other teams prepare after a large muster at ten Thi and a 20 player trip to Goulburn. Key players return for Acton and St Christopher's. injuries shape selections as Baptists battle Queanbeyan for second place and Telopea Park must beat Amaslie to secure a final four place.

Ainaslie Partic Goulburn Oval Keith A Q Y Williams James Martin Pla Eastlake Acton Manuka Oval Alnslicman Hollington MeJanet Les Perry Magpies Balfe Gardiner R. Kidd Newcastle Manuka Kingston Alhalle Baptists Queanbeyan Telopes Park St. Paul's St. Christopher's St. Ch ‘S Telopea Park Re Park C. R. Kennard Amalie Amaslie Pteem Ainslie Williama Lalor Loftus Camara Moore Pitt Gowing Me Fi Wicker Jones Gladwin Milliman McGuinness Dinnerville Woods Wharton Robbie Trevillian Hilleen Cothell O’brien Marcombe F. Stanley J. Mulquinney G. Mulquinney K. Baxter K. Walker J. Doyle Clewett Weston Donaldson Mason Kensella Jennings Gallagher Conroy Gray Buss Weinhart O'Leary Smythe Urquhart Hayhel Gorman Perry Gardiner Seton Samuels Ramage McCust Law Bland Smith Tormey Fraser Haslam Wall Thurbon Rogers Oakes Knight McNamee O'Sullivan Wingfield Ryan At. Christo Dogan O'Neill Carmody Dwyer McCrory MacMell Goulding Dolg Rendle Carracan Willams Rees Bourke Simonds Trayner Kelly

State Lottery Sydney Draw Announces 215th Prize Winners

The 215th State Lottery drawing in Sydney awarded the first prize of 67 237 to The Pot Syndicate led by J Gleeson of Pon sonby Street Mascot. Second prize went to 20 244 won by Charles Graves of The Pines. The 216th Lottery will be drawn on Monday next.

Sydney J. Gleeson Ponsonby Street Mascot Charles Graves the Pines Dra

Indigestion Relief Promised by Woods Peppermint Cure

The ad proclaims Woods Great Peppermint Cure as a remedy for indigestion palpitations and fullness after meals. It appeals to men seeking a hearty meal without the aftereffects, claiming notable relief from discomfort.

Norths and Souths clash in Howell Cup at Dun troon Oval

Norths face South City in the Howell Cup at Dun troon Oval today set to be a keenly contested match. Norths upset Molonglo previously while Souths hope to lift the trophy with a largely representative lineup including Harrington and McOwens. South City travel to Araluen with a mostly representative squad as Beadman misses due to a fractured hand. Players gather at Civic Centre at 2.15.

North City South City Duntroon Oval North Molonglo Souths Wortha Hawke Brothers H. Beton J. Boyd Makin Sterling Jack Beadman Kevin Harrington Crookwell McOwens South Sydney Araluen Norths Scholes McDounell Sheppherd Harris Findlay Dixon Wilson Civic Centre

Cadetships Open at Royal Military Colleges for Australians

Two cadetships at Woolwich for commissions in the Royal Artillery Royal Engineers and Royal Signals and four at Sandhurst for Cavalry Infantry and Royal Tank Corps are available to Australians aged 18 19 on January 1 1935. Fees total about £208 for eighteen months plus maybe £8 for uniforms books etc. other expenses including fares are borne by successful candidates. Applications close October 1 1954 with February 1935 start. details from District Base Commandants Brisbane Sydney Melbourne Adelaide Perth Hobart. For Influenza Colds.

Royal Military Academy Woolwich Royal Artillery Royal Engineers Royal Corps of Signals Royal Military College Sandhurst Cavalry Infantry Royal Tank Corps Brisbane Sydney Melbourne Adelaide Perth Hobart

Eddie Cantor in Roman Scandals at Star Theatre

Eddie Cantor headlines Roman Scandals at the Star Theatre Queanbeyan with Ruth Etting Gloria Stuart and David Manners. The musical comedy promises fast pacing lively tunes and a mock ancient Rome adventure ending in a chariot race. Showtimes Saturday August 11 and Monday Tuesday August 13 14.

Eddie Canton Samuel Goldwyn Ruth Etting Gloria Stuart David Manners Star Theatre Queanbyean Rome

Poles Expelled From France After Escarpille Mine Strike

Paris reports eight Polish workers linked to the Escarpille mine strike were expelled from France. Details unavailable.

Paris Escarpille Pee Cently France

Spectacular Busby Berkeley Dance Sets New Film Pace

The Kid from Spain features Eddie singing Keep Young and Beautiful while a hundred Gok Wyn beauties dance to a lively rhythm. The Slave Market scene includes Ruth Etting's No More Love, with Shimmering silver mesh costumes and a dramatic dance interlude choreographed by Busby Berkeley, delivering an unprecedented onscreen effort.

Spain Eddie Gokwyn Ruth Etting Busby Berkeley Miss Eting

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