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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Aug 16, 1928
Page
3
Fragmented report notes a miner from Raint- Avend and Mowel under Liewing of Walle with erratic travel. It mentions a large Chinese iris in Sierra Madre California and a long list of misheard names, places, and odd inventions, plus a tale of a Shovel used in Finlia and a vault security system.
The weights for the upcoming Saturday race meet are set with Wein Hawes and Victorlam in contention. Officials confirm fixed assignments for the event and plan to proceed with the scheduled program, noting care in weight distribution and safety measures aboard the track.
The report covers Victoria Park races at Mutoret Park with winner Avalon Mati in maiden and handicap divisions. It notes times and distances, including Flying Handical and Winter Time as top finishers, and cites weights and odds from the Adelaide Grand National meeting context.
Adelaide Grand National weights announced for the three mile race. Notables include Orant National Huhbire with high weight, and Ayr star contenders such as Dow Vietod Gincham Burr and Golden Fos among favorites. Local trainers and jockeys listed with early form hints and notable entrants across a field of mares and geldings.
Researchers report the ocean depth has surpassed prior estimates with a new method that charts the seafloor more accurately. They reveal deeper canyons and valleys beyond previous limits, reshaping understanding of underwater geography and potential resource zones.
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