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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Aug 17, 1929
Page
3
An early 1928 Tourer in overhaul shows a flawless F mH engine, improved tyres and bodywork. A 1923 model is noted as decent but a bit noisy, with a gift price around £25. Overall, condition described as good with some text indicating prior servicing and general suitability.
Treasury officials report staff movements, sick leaves and duty transfers across departments in Canberra and Melbourne. Attendees include A G McFarlane Amintant Secretary, with entries on Messrs J Horry H Helenwork R G Kituckey and others. several officers on leave or vacation.
In London on Thursday England names Geary to replace Tate in the five day net her test. South Africa versus Hitnehire saw South Africa total 258 declared and 404 with Dalton 67 Cameron 86 Jeane 63 not out. Hampshire posted 279 in their first innings led by Bell and McMillan with notable bowling figures.
A dense listing of acceptances and weights across events including the August Hurdle race and various handicaps. Named horses and riders appear with numbers, weights, and positions, spanning hurdles and related stakes, with multiple figures and stallions noted in a historic racing program.
A Lux advertisement advises washing delicate woollens and silk garments with Lux. Use a tablespoonful in hot water to make lather, then dilute with cold water, dip and squeeze without rubbing, rinse in three tepid waters, and avoid twisting or wringing to preserve softness.
A fragmented entry details numerous horse names and handicaps for a three year old handicap race on a one mile track. It mentions riders, odds, and associated notes, with references to venues and participants, plus scattered commentary on form and upcoming events.
Ainwire and Kingston meet at York Park today in a combined cadet event likely featuring Acton players Trover Jones Marshall Webber and others. The program lists forwards Welch Arthur Morton Hicks Haven Boyle Monro Wrapp and a Hack lineup including Keana Weale Roathwepnr Len Linptreay For Jones Carnal and Duntroon cadet Will participate.
Min Ulemente wins the women's Bian Gol at Nano Hay links over Men Morgan in a close match. The day features a mal event, with city matches and junior football schedules including Hanilake Juniors vs Westridae at 1:30 pm and Almetie Juniors at Kingston at 0 pm.
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