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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Aug 14, 1939
Page
3
The match at Manuka Oval saw RM.C No 1 and rivals contest a hard fought draw amid tactical errors and a late surge by the winners. Key attackers and goal attempts from RAMLC and RKC were offset by defensive lapses, while midfield battles and late chances kept the crowd on edge.
A man faces an attempted murder charge after a July 14 shooting at Wiaroy View. He will appear before the magistrate tomorrow, with remand likely pending the arrival of a warrant for his extradition to Victoria. The charging details stem from the suspect’s own police admission.
A vehicle overturned on a rural road near Orange and burst into flames injuring or killing several occupants. Witnesses reported a fiery crash with responders arriving as authorities began identifying the victims and securing the scene.
One entrant correctly forecast the trey grade final result, Mrs L Raummy of Durville Crescent Griffith was named winner and will receive a half year subscription to The Times plus a double rugby union ticket. few entrants predicted accurately with Bust cases noting a 15 6 1 score.
Readable fragments show multiple gym and court match results. Teams Braddon Northbourne Yarralumla Forrest Barton and others posted various wins and losses in mixed premiers league, with scores and player names like Reid Braddon Hartlagn and O'Connor, plus standings and individual tallies.
An engaging Te Whyte Trophy contest at Federal Golf Club saw young J grade champion concede five strokes to gain the deciding advantage. McNamee led early with a three-hole edge at Ubealxth, but his formidable opponent recovered to square by the tenth. The homeward stretch maintained the tension as Apodatora stayed keyed to a high pitch, with Mr Whyte praising improvements on the links. The stroke event was won by Mr H O'Brien. Members are reminded of the club chance held at Motel Kin ton on Saturday next, with the trippy to Dunning on August 97.
Seventeen members competed from the 800 yard mound for the Kenya Trophy amid boisterous winds. Scores were modest. Napttalia led with the best match, while Le Mazen posted the top match score. Notable shooters and partial scores listed include Cannani, McAndrew, Huphes, Walt, and Webb amid a challenging day.
Sydney bout reports Deorge Coverney defeated Ruben Wright in four wrestling matches at Lalobnardt Stadium last night by two falls to one. Melbourne city notes credit Delton and Fraley for a strong showing and a single notable misstep by one competitor.
England defeated Russia 48 to 45 in the fourth Speedway Test in London Sunday. England led early, with a tight finish as riders Proag, Duggan, Collie, and Sehinxtan contributed to the score. The series in England totals show a decisive pace for the home side.
The Yass Rugby League team defeated Queanbeyan 16 to 3 in a tough cup challenge at Yass. Spectator Charles Massy, donor of the trophy in 1901, watched as Yass dominated the second half, with standout play from backs and forwards and solid defense to secure the Massy Cup.
Goulburn Rugoy League team defeated Canverts by 12 points in a social game at Ruigoy Park yesterday afternoon in Goulburn.
Queanbeyan and Kingston battled to a 2-2 draw as a bruising rugby match unfolded with multiple injuries and frantic play. Williams and Johnston threatened, but Queanbeyan could not convert, while Barton and RM C rallied late to force the stalemate amid a rugged, injury-plagued contest.
Public notices detail start dates for welding and theory classes at Canberra Technical College, with 2 hours of theory and 4 hours of welding weekly commencing Monday. Applications for study should be sent to the acting secretary, Department of the Interior. Additional courses include gardening, signwriting, tailoring, and more, with schedules beginning September.
Hall leads A grade as Ex-Students Red High School defeats Kinwaton in a reserve clash. In B grade Christopher’s narrowly beat Grammar. Boronia and Y.W.C.A. share points near top. Kingston High School dominates in DEF. Grammar 1 upsets YWGA with strong second half. Goals by Joyce, Eddy, Benjamin highlight varied results across squads.
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