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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Aug 27, 1937
Page
4
In Sydney an only residence was entered by a middle aged man who bound and gagged Mrs. Lonergan of Burwood for about an hour. He stole five pounds from her handbag after gaining entry via the pantry before being interrupted by her son.
Mrs. C. Davis reports Buckley’s Canadian Mixture relieved a winter’s stubborn cough and cold after three doses. The ad promotes triple acting relief for coughs colds and bronchitis with a two thirds bottle offer at local chemists.
The Australian Parliament will hear an inquiry into monopoly control of 90 B class broadcasting stations. Sir Archdale Parkhill, acting Postmaster-General, pledged a fuller statement after questioning by Mr. Curtin. Lawmakers complain that about 51 stations are tied to multiple ownership and newspaper groups.
The second reading debate on the States Grants Bill resumed in the House of Representatives. Mr Curtin urged the Government to base Commonwealth grants on three year averages to stabilise state budgets. The bill authorises £1,200,000 for South Australia and £575,000 each for Western Australia and Tasmania for federation disabilities.
In Wellington Prime Minister Savage says New Zealand builds a comparative paradise in the Pacific and notes more people foresee disaster ahead, indicating concern for the region's future despite progress.
Sir Hubert Wilkins launched a second Arctic flight to locate missing Soviet airmen. Jimmy Mattern landed after a long flight and said he could not find the flyers and will withdraw, returning to California soon. Wilkins may fare better if weather improves.
An advertisement touts BIDOMAK as a natural mineral food to restore vitality and treat nerves. It claims no dangerous drugs and offers a money back guarantee within 14 days if there is no benefit, urging readers to try the product for relief.
Mrs F Delury of Sydney writes that after seven years of intermittent work and nervous digestion fears she found relief with Bitomak. She reports improved sleep and appetite within two months, continued benefit after stopping six months, and high recommendation for others with frazzled nerves and weak digestion.
Queanbeyan prepare to host Bowral in the Massy Cup as the Carr Cup contenders aim for form. Bowral’s Carr Cup exit came in a 4 2 loss to Goulburn with all goals via penalties. Canberra fields a strong side to face Cooma while Cooma may miss captain Smacker Blair due to injuries.
The Australian Jockey Club adopts Rule LIA banning any person involved in unregistered meetings from official roles at registered meetings. It comes into force September 1. Canberra Racing Club president Dr. Watson welcomes the decision, saying it will curb unregistered racing and strengthen support for registered racing.
The Public Works Committee reviews a £51 020 plan for a coloured terminal at Kingsford Smith Mascot. Architect Mehaffey notes extra £2 000 for foundation work and possible future storey additions. Coffee bar offices and aviation company offices are to be leased with potential hotel at the drome entrance. Site inspection set for Saturday and further evidence in Sydney.
Gold Rod the Randwick favourite fell while galloping at top speed this morning. R Coombes rode the four furlong start and recorded 24 seconds for two furlongs. The horse slipped near the turn and threw Coombes as he tried to recover.
A fragmented racing snippet mentions i pter galloping along the straight and pulling up with Coombes escaping injury. Kings Head backed straight out and in doubles for the Epsom today, coupled with Mala Curator and Silver Standard Gold Food Rom.
An advertisement urges mothers to use Scott’s Emulsion cod liver oil product to strengthen children during winter illness. It contrasts ordinary cod liver oil with Scott’s Emulsion praised as highly digestible, gentle on stomachs, and effective at building resistance, urging purchase for healthier, firmer children.
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