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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 09, 1941
Page
4
Canberra Division delivers a tense contest as key players clash in a pivotal game. Teams exchange leads with bold plays and late defense determining the outcome. Fans witness a tight finish as the home side seeks momentum heading into the next clash.
A Canberra inquiry heard proposals to increase police strength by adding at least two women officers. Dr Nott supported the idea as favorable in certain directions. Leut Col J H Goorin urged appointment of two women, citing welfare work and broader duties for the force.
A Canberra meeting discusses parental control removal and exam concerns under Prime Framing with mentions of the Attorney-General and Deputy Federal Commissioner. Amendments seek a departmental inquiry into police activities in the territory and consideration of complaints to the Attorney-General.
A list of music examination results and associated candidates across grades and certificates. Names include Joy Sl elt, Mason Ramin, Ruth Torael, Jade VE, Jennelie Mair, Allan Holman, Heather Stirring, Ruth tarael, Mary Bilin, and several others. Institutions mentioned include Trinity College and the American board context.
A report quotes the general secretary of the service rialiana association, noting possible action by the Commonwealth Government. The discussion centers on private testing and government intervention with proposed suspensions and exemptions.
In Canberra anxious to recruit for home defence training amid limited venues. Volunteer service details show a meeting at Doritin Hall tonight at 7:30 to discuss instruction and enlistment options. The Australian body urges enrolment through the Varisaer program and outlines upcoming sessions for interested residents.
A railwayman named Loni Mate Rummel from Alin son Birect Queanbeyan was killed yesterday near Canberra. The incident involved his wife and a young family member. authorities reported the event as a fatal railway accident with limited details available.
A damaged OCR text reports a boxing win for Patrick and Milling with uncertain timing and results. The fragment mentions several individuals and locations but lacks clear structure or complete names and scores.
A steady to firm market for prime sheep and lambs at Flemington. Demand showed strength for prime quality with 2042 neat yarding reported. wethers and ewes quoted at varied levels and overall activity softer for some categories. Prices ranged with bullocks and cows in the 15 to 25 shillings bracket, best quality at higher marks.
Pilot P. John Campbell Smith, son of Mr and Mrs A C Smith Melbourne formerly Canberra, sustained injuries during a crash landing in the Middle Hawt amid engagement with the enemy. The rear gunner was shot and other machine parts damaged but Sergeant Smith returned the plane to base with the crew uninjured.
The Canberra Club Singles Championship week end results list players and scores including Tre 33 26 Hinchlilly, Raind Chap man 31 21, Dee 8 0, Tiles 12 83 24, Ademenn 32 20, Tierney 31 27, Moyen 32 20, Boola Games and a large roster of members such as Chalmers Somerville Piper Gray Woodker Morahan Hower Manly Heyes Lourhrey Heery Francis Wintny Hobday Pawegtt Hox Pernival Brackencog Tuam Nepthal Courvins Cok Patern Westy Murray Thom son Rowe Prihl SEnuIZW Bale McDougall Caatieass McEnchry Bradley Forben Fleming
Scratching notes list several horses with handicaps and replacements including maton Hendican tat DN Land Shin Whales Medieval Quean Wien Manatee Bad Divi Sere mm Helen at teitan Hendicap and other entries such as Vai rian sow Mandira Lord Lentheux AJC Ville Ataker and Geebung Annet Cup Veiled Threat.
Kelvines Loitery fun beat Belcounen Naval Wirelean by eight runs in a close Wo natch match. Rennex top scored for the winners with 28 while Berry and Maloney contributed useful scores. Belconnen bowlers balanced attempts with solid spells, Moris and Rance among the wicket takers, as the hosts posted 100 in reply with multiple contributions but fell short in the late overs.
There is a growing trend in Australasia of pairing wine with meals. The Bodega Wine Co showcases selected wines and encourages tasting from their stock, inviting readers to Sydney this week for displays and tasting at modest prices with free delivery options.
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