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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 28, 1934
Page
2
Fragmentary report from Prague dated Thursday notes executions in Germany and mentions Peter Fromm Ken Wee and other officials. It cites a claimed month December figure and references Governor Silvia and supporters in a moral crisis context.
London fight night features world bantamweight champion in title bout. Veteran contender Ie faces strong challenge from rising rival in a bout billed for decisive action and possible title implications. Spectators expect swift exchanges and high tempo as the fighters seek dominance.
A fragmented report mentions Walter arriving at an unspecified port and notes trouble with a Teeradlayitie port. It references Sydney on a Tuesday and a second Cagnahir mail delivery to Balun, with unclear timing and outcomes.
The 1934 outlook for world peace is bleak as disarmament stalls and the League of Nations loses power. Major powers France Russia and Japan remain militarized, while treaties proliferate but lack enforcement. The cost of war and the futility of arms deals are seen as the only real deterrents to future conflict.
Report notes an infant abandonment case linked to a family trip from Sydney to Canberra. Victim Mr. Aina Weatherston sustained injuries described as minor, while others faced unspecified charges or investigations. The timeline includes a holiday period and subsequent medical updates.
Wolfing a mare broke through the lie of the Uniden Handicap when a pole collided with the rails at the Gerryowen Wilner Jockey Club meet. The horse led before interference from Mallory caused the spill. the post was upheld after a protest, with officials reviewing the ground.
A Canberra cricket tour to Goulburn on Boxing Day featured the FCT cricket association team defeating Goulburn and District Cricket Association by 118 runs. Standout scores included Gribble 105 and Carnall 78, with Parkes and Tickner among the bowlers. The Canberra side, praised for their performance, will be entertained at lunch and afternoon tea as the Waggarra team prepares to meet them at Manuka Oval the following Monday.
Canberra cricket scene hosts multiple touring sides over three weeks. FCT Cricket Association plans strong engagements at Manuka Oval with teams from Goulburn, Tlwarra Suburbs, Wanda, and Manning River visiting between Boxing Day and mid January. The Kinglilah Women travel, Manning River tour, and ACT vs Tlwarra match at Manuka Oval feature in a busy period.
Second elevens match at Sydney between New South Wales and Victoria continued. Scoring details show miscues and wickets with Leather, Quin, Growary, and Gregory among bowlers and batsmen like Walsh, Govan, Ledward, and Vernon contributing. Victoria all out for 1 wicket, Miller and Ledward top scorers in brief innings.
Players from multiple regions are expected to compete in the annual tennis championship during the Anniversary Day holiday. Notable entrants include Dave Crystal, W. Lindo, Dirty Mize, BeIWR, Mrs Bell, Dave Thompson, and Viv McGrath, with preentries and arrangements underway. Rain caused brief interruptions but did not derail the event, which features officials from FOTCA and local organizers coordinating dates, forms, and entry procedures.
Preparations for the English women’s team are noted as Queanbeyan presses a narrow lead of one point over Northbourne in A Grade while Manuka, Kingston, and Hall trail. Northbourne dominates B Grade with a comfortable point margin. Aub-District Division promises a tight battle as many clubs vie for top spot before the season ends. The English women’s visit to Canberra on January 8 spurs Blue Triangle Cricket Association practice, with a planned match at Manuka Oval and a tour schedule including a city tour and a supporters’ function at the end of their stay.
The Canberra team named to meet the English women's squad at Cane Ford on January 2 includes Marjorie Morice captain, Lily Blundell vice-captain, Nina Southwell, and a slate of rising players from Westridge Wellies and Westlake. The side features Beatrice “Bee” Dower as right arm medium bowler and left-handed bat, Moe Moore Hall as a junior bat, Rita Connolly and Molly McKianick among key bats, Frances Robinson of Westlake, Ivy McDonald, and Ivy Twemlow as versatile bowlers and fielders, with Mrs Oldfield and others providing round-arm support.
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