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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Aug 26, 1946
Page
4
Reported speculation suggests Don Bradman could captivate the Australian Test side in the upcoming season. An offer of £2000 to write for Pleas appeared linked to the chatter, though Bradman declined to comment on the rumours or implications.
The Anal round at Acton produced mixed results. Nurses beat University 4 1 with Daly and J Cray among best. Forrest defeated T W C A 1 0 with J Lucas and J Tetax leading. St Christopher’s and Ex Students drew 4 4 with Richardson scoring three goals for St Christopher’s.
Joseph Patrick Leahy, a labourer living near the Ainslie woodyard, was attacked by two men as he emerged from his home. A woman nearby shouted, the assailants fled, no robbery occurred, and police say the water was not reported until 10.15 pm yesterday.
The Marulan to Canberra pigeon race covered about 70 miles. Bailey finished first in 3 hours 30 minutes 18 seconds, T Martin was second in 3 hours 31 minutes 5 seconds, and D Munro placed fifth with 3 hours 34 minutes 52 seconds.
A dense entry lists MOONEE VALLEY events with multiple horses and odds including PRINCE CURL, HARNEY, and GILWELL. Results note win payouts and placements across races such as PRAETOR and STORMY SRA with times around 1.15 to 1.80, detailing bets, lengths, and distance handicaps amid a crowded, unscripted card.
At Queanbeyan on Saturday greyhound races featured in the Malden Stakes and Canberra Stakes over 470 yards. Special Play led a show of strong placings with Linga All, Tron Hand and Ane Ling among the contenders, while a dead heat in the Mitchell River event drew attention alongside competitive bids from Hermes and Profit Hing.
Police report a large operation in Sydney on Saturday arresting men and women on charges from drunkenness to assault. More than 800 arrests occurred over the previous Saturday as authorities step up efforts to curb crime waves.
Novice and Flying Handicaps headline a dense Rosehill program with Royal Duke and Prince Standard among winners. Foreman Dougherty leads a field including Lard Ven and Open Am contenders as race times and placings note dead heats and close finishes across twelve events.
Melbourne reports Patrick overwhelms featherweight challenger Miller, earning a stoppage in the later rounds as Miller was repeatedly knocked down. Patrick praised as tougher than Burma, with early rounds showcasing Miller’s attempt to score while Patrick defended and mounted counters. Across Sydney, Dave Sands claims the light heavyweight crown from Johnson in a dramatic four round stoppage at Stadium, as Sands’ rights finish Johnson on the canvas.
Captain's Flat defeated Canberra 14 to 3 in a close football Cup final at Queanteyan Showground. George Gris starred for Captain's Flat with three tries, while Canberra's O'Brien and Shippen made punchy efforts. The match featured solid defense in the first half and brighter play after the break as Captain's Flat secured the cup by a and maintained pressure through the end.
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