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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Aug 17, 1939

Page

6

Hockey match at Duntroon ends with Cadets victory

The FLMC beat Bt Patrick College by four goals at Duntroon in the last open game. RAC Fox scored twice, and Bt Patrick's defense held firm against visitors whose attack faltered. Officials included Mr Ryan.

Duntroon Ny FLMC Bt. Pat College RMC Viritors Atlck Yimen Tupe Yartiewanny Cine Cadets RAC. Fox Bt Patrick's Grettin Ryan

Overland by car Europe to Asia routes open to motorists

The increased reliability of motor cars and improved highways enable a 600 mile England to Caboul India journey with few difficulties. Opening these routes aids Australian motorists and brings nearer the day when overland travel via Darwin and Calcutta to the Old Country becomes common.

Europe England Caboullie India Old Country Darwin Calcutta

Young Bandit Flees Melbourne With Armed Reveler

A fragmented report describes a young bandit fleeing Melbourne with an armed accomplice. Details are unclear due to garbled text but indicate a swift escape and ongoing pursuit by authorities. No confirmed identities or locations are clearly readable.

Olivia De Havilland models wool London tan dress

A description of a simple afternoon dress made from sheer wool in London Tan with a draped neckline and gathered waist. An inverted pleat of pale green fabric is anchored by an iron headpiece to hold the gathering. Olivia De Havilland wears the complete ensemble.

London Hashrine Olivia de Havilland Warner Bron

Central Mortgage Bank proposal faces Senate scrutiny

Government officials plan a Centra Mortgage Bank to cut mortgage rates near zero and relieve arrears by redefining property values with 20 year debentures. The measure, favored by Bank of Canada figures, encounters opposition from Conservatives led by Mr Jinger Meighan who call it unproven. The plan envisions a capital base of 10 million and government ownership, with banks delivering debentures and central funding to ease lending.

Orrawa Bank of Canada Centra Aga Ind Senate Jinger Meighan Fam Tata Bank of Conia Shays Capitel Find Power Dasa Ht Tino Up Co Rohn Hud Mottags Usinpllahed Company Busine Nt Toning Mioney Iney Beromge Rerlice Wetuctinye

Golf event in Kingston moves to Hotel Kingston links

A local golf event linked to a government act is set for a Kingston venue. The notice mentions a dance at the hotel and confirms the event date and location.

Monihere Bhp Actan Sisilays Kieston

Canberra Police Notice of Personnel Changes

Fragmentary OCR lists Canberra police personnel shifts including constables, inspection notes, and possible reassignments. Reads as a notice of station staff changes with names partially garbled.

Unclear tennis doubles result from disjointed OCR text

The readable fragment mentions American tennis doubles with players such as Sipe Aula and Erwin and Patty, and references to matches or quarterfinals. The garbled text prevents identification of precise results, events, or dates, leaving the outcome and participants undetermined.

Prieto Hi Te Awe E R On Ultamnati Right Casein

Fragmentary boxing record summary appears with garbled OCR text. It mentions Prieto and Lat Phare and Me Sie Bet, but crucial names and details are unclear. The readable snippet suggests boxing context but lacks verifiable facts, dates, locations, or outcomes.

Canberra Rugby League Set For Cooma Clash

The Canberra team travels to meet Cooma in the Cave Cup challenge at Quenne Levan on Sunday. Selection lists show Canberra aiming to secure a win while Cooma eyes an upset.

Canberra Cooma Quenne Levan Conia Cheki Brien Chay Fin de Lodgew W. Guinea Jk Lewis Jones C. Bergun Sraans

Former Test Cricketer Dies

An obituary note recalls the life of a former Test cricketer, noting his early promise and domestic success. It mentions his touring with Australian teams and ties to clubs, with references to matches and personal milestones. The fragmentary report highlights the brevity of the notice and honors the athlete's career.

Ascot Race Meeting Report With Multiple Races And Winners

A long racing card summary from Ascot shows DUBONMAN and MUL 18 among top finishers, with bets like 9/2 and 12 Lmbiber. Winners include DUBONMET, BRU TAS, and KYTHEON, detailing times, margins, and divisions, plus Mullins and Knox in various placements. The report covers handicap results, race times, and notable horses such as Royal Teign and Martingale, noting wins by short necks or lengths and listing other entrants.

Cheval Royal Teign McMenamin Maringale Knox Mastate le Don Miltiades Matada Milyur Svat Mikado Chiquot Jonan Core Nong Cimaseur I Ballade Sineon Jeachman Ravicia Lithgow Battle Naster J. O'Bulliven Bare Toe Euule Gold Glare Gullible Nord Cahulix Heracles Roley

Ascot Vic Hurdle Picks and Divisional Results

Race card style summary of the Ascot Vic meeting detailing entries like STRELA Hurdle and ATE divisions. Names such as Paul Leis, Regent, Balke, Romulus, and Porta race outcomes, betting odds, and finish margins. Notes on second and third places, times, and division winners.

Abercorn Biany Bliack’ Beauly Wyn Caiavaniher Soivane Thurivemt Romeo Storm Bardi Uae Inci

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