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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 14, 1938
Page
5
Fragmentary OCR reads as a garbled defense and induction text with scattered names and titles. It mentions Col Gow and various officials, doctors, and professors, along with partial references to awards, ships, and historical figures, but content is largely incomprehensible.
A Centenary match between MCC sides finished in a draw after a relaxed day of cricket and social style at the ground. Players and officials enjoyed a light climate and goodwill, closing with a communal picnic in the pavilion yard.
The four day Australia versus The Rest cricket test concluded amid rain delays. The Rest chased a target and faced stiff bowling from Bradman era, with O'Reilly and Ledward among bowlers. Rigg and Gregory offered resistance as play extended into the night, but The Rest fell short, leaving Australia 38 runs ahead at stumps. The loan conversion was scheduled for tomorrow as bonds remained unconverted.
The Telopes Park Rugby Union team completed a flawless season securing the I J Butt Cups and the Pennant from the FCT. Captain Usevier Tex Day accepted trophies from the FCT President as Lt Col Robertaan praised the squad during Speech Day. The coach Mr Salih and staff were lauded for guiding a standout primary school side, with emphasis on school spirit and teamwork. A Centurion-like century by J. McCabe later highlighted the day’s sporting fervor.
Tria and Ilproove lead City A Team as next battle looms. Players Gouinuen, Bat, Urday, Cowburn, Rows, Hanley, Fam, Tener, Mield, Peterson, Fawcett, Finatie, Granme, Keene, and Mom rwek Cheete prepare for travel to the club at 0.30 a.m. Other features follow.
An alleged confession by John N. Ne, who pleaded not guilty, describedGray’s disturbance and an axe attack at a hotel where the victims had resided for ten years. The suspect reportedly killed two people before turning himself in, as details emerged from the troubling case.
Percy Weldemien eluded police during a liquor case inquiry. He vanished from the precinct, triggering a search. He was later found in poor health, ending further pursuit. A plea of not guilty was entered on his behalf and the hearing adjourned.
Canberra magistrates adjourned a case after a Monday night meeting over alleged theft by Allan Wilton McDonald aged 20. The hearing involved claims of breaking and entering, with bail granted on Wednesday while the inquiry continues.
A grand Graduation Ball lit up the Royal Military Lodge scene with uniforms and white gowns. Notables present included Colonel and Mrs Legge, Brigadier CG Miles, Colonel H H Robertson, and Mrs Meredith, alongside Queensland guests and visiting officers. The evening featured debutantes Miss Jon Rasterblank and Miss Jo Brookn, with trumpets heralding the event.
The treacherous Alaska waters set the backdrop for Spawn of the North a life and death salmon piracy tale. George Raff and Henry Fonda star in a feud as Henry Hathaway directs a Civic Capitol duo bill with Not Wanted on the Voyage in Capitol and Pogo My Heart in Civic plus Marion Davies.
A twoahbling bottle of concentrated MBENZO added to sweetened water makes the equivalent of eight ordinary boils. A gargle for sore throat, an internal remedy for cough, croup, bronchitis, and more.
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