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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Aug 27, 1932
Page
3
A fragmented timetable lists Baptist and Christian meetings in Canberra with various locations such as Albert Hall Sansom Borman and local churches. It notes prayer gatherings, youth programs, and mission meetings led by pastors and Adjunct officers, with times around afternoon to evening and mentions travel between venues.
National football today features Manuka facing Queanbeyan at Manuka Oval in an exhibition match. Both sides show changes with key players, including returning Kesxan brothers and regulars like N Hragoir and Joleney, while Ainslie winds up its season with a heavy line up before departing for Goulburn. The match seeds hopes for the premierin as teams adjust for a six day week return and a busy weekend schedule.
The Wahbourne schoolboys team departs Canberra for the Interstate Football Carnival amid a reception led by Minister Archdale Parkhill. Canberra and Queanbeyan officials praised the arrangements and urged national capital pride against state teams. The party will train at Richmond and attend a Melbourne reception hosted by the Victoria League, with preparations overseen by Coach Maghes and Richmond staff.
The inquiry in PERSURY CHARGE proceedings continued with testimony about formation of an Orange racing company. Gordon Naylor denied involvement in improper payments to Grange shareholders and questioned payments tied to Lang Party advertising. Cruickshank admitted obtaining a license permit through secret channels. officials described ministerial influence and a disputed cash flow. The hearing adjourned to Monday as prosecutors push for a jury verdict.
An arts group in Canberra arranged a play to be produced this weekend. The project involves local performers and promises a notable cultural event for the community.
A defendant pleaded guilty to obtaining food relief by deception in a case linked to Queanbeyan and Canberra. Witnesses described the accused queuing for rations at Queanbeyan and Canberra while claiming entitlement, with police confirming the pattern of false applications. The court noted involvement with others and the use of false declarations to obtain meals, leading to a confirmed guilty charge.
The annual Uncedicht 5 Minateicon for the F.C. 7. Rueky Leacun cup will be staged at Acton today with Weak City facing South City in the second match. Representatives from North City and other clubs are included. voting and Dive Competition are noted for the Rugby League Celebration Hall events surrounding the fixture.
The first annual Telopea Park ball at Albert Hall attracted over 400 guests and parents with a fancy costume and grand march. Prizes were awarded by Mrs J A Lyons and Mrs Garnett, including Best Toy and Humorous Boy. Spectators viewed banners presented by Mr Collopy of the Australian National Football League as Telopes Park under 14 football team won accolades.
The Federal Wilzwin team travels to Queanbeyan to face Went Queanbeyan in the senior competition at Acton Racecourse. Both matches begin at 6:45 p.m. with Magpie and allied players listed among the lineups.
Barrister advises a Canberra Grammar School ball attendees that a wife may seek divorce. The text describes preparations for the annual event at Albert Hall, with committee efforts, decor plans, and social duties as the narrative touches on potential marital disputes and court involvement.
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