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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Dec 27, 1939

Page

3

QUEARSEVAN TRACK Big Crowd Sees Keen ag 8 Ye

A garbled racing card notes betting lines and several horse names such as SPEEDY, CAN, and SHADER. Mentions Maiden Stakes and different odds like 4/1 and 6/1, with references to races and moving Kreuger. Numerous fragments imply a crowded track and results with unclear outcomes.

Torlorrir Sisdinervick Avion Bulver Mardain Mimi Canberra Marker Tre Mage Pacite Noda Law Epeedy Sk Bunk’ Miras Kreuger Otaeaus Ene BOM Care Cilet Bicemade Tims Sbkenada Shade Wonder Becure Cash Atta Deriderie

Shield cricket South Australia dominates in easy win

In Adelaide on Tuosday the Shield match between South Australia and an unnamed opponent unfolded with Grimmett and Bell securing early control. Watt and Dixon briefly threatened before South Australia pressed ahead, finishing the innings with strong bowling and a decisive total of 31. The day highlighted the standout form of Grimmett and Bell, while international selections loomed as Reed and Reinlandate contributed to a one sided contest.

Adelaide Tuosday Uth Australie Sind Alto Secon Cnet Grimmett Bel Chan Watt Dixon Siac

Plymouth Hoe Wins at Caulfield on Melbourne Race Day

Plymouth Hoe ridden by N Creighton won the Mopsioun Handicap at Caulfield amid a crowded, noisy crowd. An inquiry followed regarding form. the South Australia stewards accepted the explanation offered by connections. The owner claimed spending £75 on the horse, with Plymouth Hoe consistently in good form across the day.

Malbourne Plymouth Hoe N. Creighton Caulfield Ware House Edtcalle Aectiooe Sewarde Plymouth Hos Samatopn Htewarda Williamnowa Alan Sor Pirmouth Hoots Adccene Teegay Sik Watt Grice Kooriogal Cracog Pace Fay Waly Ward Rodgers Mlogs Cerimineti Tengtin Ward Walker Grimmett

Racing Card Fragments Reveal Mixed Results and Bets

Fragmented text from a racing card shows opening handicaps with horses such as Prompter AlmaDex and Duntroon Boy. Bets range around 0/4 to 6/1 with various placings noted, including three lengths between runners and a half head victory. Names like Gardiner, Pink, and McKenzie appear amid scattered race details and odds.

Wallace Jon Duehdas Monalip McKensie Prompter Almadex Leh Bushaas

Boxing Trainer in Sydney Faces Assault Charge

Boxing trainer Pietro Paggiola of Sydney was sent to Mount Montana by the Central Police Court on a charge of assaulting his son, with Paggiola pleading guilty to indecent language and drunkenness. The case arose after accusations of a violent incident and Paggiola offered a partial apology to Constable Norris.

Sydney M. Sonwtatie Pietro Boagiole Pugilal Mio Torno Montana Central Polics Court Norris Evanta

Vacancies for Permanent Forces Draftsmen in Army Service

The Australian Army seeks draftsmen and technicians for permanent military service. Applicants undergo a drawing test and medical exam, with ranks of Warrant Officer Class II or Class II. Service duration and wartime rates are noted, along with ration and housing provisions.

Army Chr Department of the Army Australian Army Ieee Anginaaring Cileary Glass

Six Parsons Injured In Car Crash Near Goulburn

Six persons from Rose Bay Sydney sustained serious injuries when a car carrying them crashed into a ditch near Goulburn on the Burney road yesterday afternoon in blinding rain. Names include Mienolaa, Miss Nicholas, Marcia Nicholna, David Nicholas and Mr M. Wallame. They were taken to Goulburn District Hospital after authorities and a doctor attended the scene.

Mevero Li Allen Goulburn Burney Rad WO Mienolaa Rose Bay Bydney Trace Nicholas Mins Marcia Nicholna David Nicholas Mrm Vi Wallame Cwh Css

Ginger growing prospects in New South Wales and Queensland

A report from the Development Bureau based on Agriculture Department data says ginger is suited to several districts in the state for cultivation, but commercial growth is unproven. In 1937-38 ginger imports valued at 58 040. prices vary, and local roots for planting are sought to support a potential new industry.

Cat K. R. BJ. Wood Han New South Wales Queensland

British Fishermen Story Repeats Across Frontlines

A garbled historical wartime dispatch discusses British fishing crews and naval actions amid German and Soviet pressures. It notes reinforcements, the defense of allies, and questions Norway's stance while referencing pilots, gunners, and strategic bombardments.

On the Air To Day Program Listings

A scrambled program guide lists radio segments and times including music, devotions, and talks. Notable entries mention National Military Band pieces, From My Lady's Window, After Dinner Show, and various titled performances with times spanning from morning to night.

My Lady's Window Helias Tria Tiatens Batt Barkers Russell Javanem Berenaders

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