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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Dec 28, 1939

Page

4

Bowling match report with scattered scores and names

Fragmentary bowling account notes Furcedt 1, Prtera and Monahan, Brattle 18 37 18, Marshall Hodgoon det, Gal en Lott 147 y Scwarts det Castiean Moran 10 Marwhatt Dinatan 30 3, Somerville 23 ald. Weathettey Fleming Whiteford 98 28, unclear details and punctuation.

Prtera Monahan Bares Paters Ani Brattle Marshall Hodgoon Galen Lott Scwarts Castiean Moran Marwhatt Dinatan Sar ‘Somerville Weathettey Fleming Whiteford Peel

Larceny Alleged in Paddington Police Court Case

Sydney Wednesday report from Paddington Police Court cites charges of theft of £40 worth of property from a Double Bay residence. The complainant Jan Francissen identified the loss of his fiancée he planned to marry, whom he met during a week-long military camp. The accused Lunt, described as in military uniform, faced trial.

Sydney Wadnesday Paddington Polles Jan Francissen Jan Durer Binsty

Red Cross Services to Soldiers Helping Polish Refugees

Polish refugees aided by Red Cross services as wartime relief efforts continue. Volunteers provide medical care food and shelter while coordinating with military and humanitarian agencies to assist displaced nationals.

Red Cross aids troops with warm clothing and supplies

Community Red Cross workers in New South Wales mobilize to ship winter clothing, writing paper, lead pencils, tapes, and small games to convalescent soldiers and units training across Australia. Volunteers seek 9,000 pajama sets and 10,000 pairs of equipment as part of ongoing aid for troops and refugees.

AnaLentia Red Crowe Jyowpitel New South Wales Khaaith Rome Sydney Weill

Canberra Division Fund Appeals and University Contributions

Fragmented text outlines appeals for funds by the Canberra division for the work of a society. Mentions amounts and acknowledgments linked to Teaching Mia and University College, with references to Acton Guen House, JBlall, and a Price Minister department, totaling unclear.

Canberraivision Funda University Collene Acton Guen House Price

British Colour Council standardizes military colours for war use

War Office Air Ministry and Admiralty submit khaki blue and other hues to the British Colour Council for a Metric registration system. The aim is to unify uniform colours across Britain and the Empire, reducing waste from miscolored uniforms and aiding manufacturers.

Admiralty War Office Air Ministry British Colour Council Britain Empire Priie Standardiai Kala Counett Colous Una Council Enaure

Practical Motoring How to Offset Rising Costs

Practical Motoring advises motorists on maximizing efficiency and reducing fuel use. It covers tuning for economy, proper maintenance, valve and carburetor adjustments, timing, and the impact of high compression engines on consumption. It warns against sudden acceleration, recommends steady speeds, and cites American Auto Association data showing 30 to 40 mph as the most economical range.

Baryon Costa Juve Bern Mitter Bok Trafic Stirling Euodcia Mater Engin Danign Cura Atlice

Control of Weeds in Agriculture Handbook Promotion

Announcement of a revised handbook on weed control issued by the Department of Agriculture. It highlights the importance of weed management for farmers and neighbors, with 20 coloured plates and illustrations. Request for copies via agricultural offices.

Fon A. D. Reid Department of Julrures Cam Prissét Department of Ikssn Ie Valersl Est ‘Aerisukre Byanay

Shield cricket NSW to play Queensland with Lash and Mudge

NSW fields Lash and Mudge after England return for the Shield cricket match at Ayiney ground on Friday. Walsh retains form after Adelaide, while Hular replaces Pingleton and Roper out through injury. The side lists Cheetham Chippertela Lush Mudie OReilly Pepper Slimey Solomani Walk Carmody among others.

Sydney Weinemny Mudge Lash England Ayiney Cricket Ground Walsh Adelaide No Et Hular Balaman Haa Pingleton Tinh Roper Whry Cheetham Chippertela Lush Mudie O'Reilly Pepper Slimey Solomani Walk Carmody

Fingleton denies retirement from cricket plans

Melbourne reports that Fingleton stated he does not intend retiring from cricket but will not be available for New South Wales or Queensland on Friday due to ongoing muscle trouble, with fitness delaying his return.

Melbourne Dark Fingleton New South Queensland Teg Focker Oell Vest

Holiday cricket match ends with Crookwell victory at Canberra

A disrupted fixture described as the annual Cane oolya contest between Crookwell and Canberra. Crookwell bowled well, restricting Canberra to 207 with key contributions from Maloney and Caruthers and a late flourish from Shepherd. Crookwell surpassed the target with solid batting and a decisive 4/58 by McKie and notable bowling figures, sealing a close win in the wet conditions.

Ant Crogkwell Hyje Canberra Fatsmer Ives Crookwell Ostria Apri Rhepherd Foulousta Cain Tnnings Vodreve Wislela D. Warkwr J. MeKle Canber Tal Baummsn

Kensington Races Jumpers Triumph in Sticky Contest

The Kensington track hosted a crowded jumping event with many horses and riders. Notable performances include Sugary Amili winning by a half length ahead of Merton and Flying Walter placing strong in other divisions. The race card featured multiple handicaps and divisions with horses such as Merton, Kentucky Diva, and Black Pern racing to form a tense, gate-filled afternoon.

Sean UNE Sluhty Gialoph Quake Gyankhaan Ioley'a Choiey Kalin Awe Hun Rinwinck Glaurye Tye Joann Betiwenn Theos Vane Merry Smile McCar Helle Pak Creviene Kerag Phan BMC Cracknell Chateria Thompson Js Kenucky Manes de Othans Tayikon Lair Peltetings Majorca Cielerin Kentucky Diva Nis Haifa Browd Tlée Awe Imana Nih Walter Rhanaiipy IE McMenamitt Marie Elruce Cou Cammion Brown Baroness Blinkyil Trewle Tol Tug Woelgwate Helen Cholew Maxton Nirade Secunat Jon Tak Wue Cutie Cat Ginton AW CK. McSenomin Whipoln Cima Bean Lake Hoh Raton Kensington Hawe Rays Aterarten Natin Cremmacham Pihwre Lueuta Lad Man

Radio in School Work Discussed in City Aid Efforts

New York reports on the use of radio in schools to aid teaching. Teachers in London and rural areas are cited as benefiting from broadcasts, with officials noting the growing reliance on radio for instruction and the impact on education in deprived regions.

New York London Eidren Landen

Dark Elegance to Spell Rydney Witnessing Autumn

A fractured notice mentions a performance titled Dark Elegance and a witness named Chak discussing an autumn event. The garbled text also references an acoustic fly and preparation status, with Trainny Chak quoted about readiness for the season.

Rydney Witnesday Trainny Chak Mmry

State Lottery Sydney Drawn Tonight

The major prize went to No 28,700 matched by Mateha Christman with J.T. staragh Halfway Motel listed. Other prizes include No 80,000 F and ayy loutesa and Nedra syne fate. Lottery No 47 to be drawn Tuesday morning at King’s Cera.

Sydney Mateha Christman Ayndisate J.T. Staragh Bay ‘Ban Ayy Loutesa Myorann Newnats Thiel Nedra" Syne A. L. Bell Bentwood Ghoudlh Mtrw

On the Air To Day Radio Schedule Summary

A cluttered listing shows varied radio programming including news, music, talks, and performances. Readings mention The Milbourne Orchestra, Windiee Chorus, and multiple shows with times ranging from morning to late evening. Various programs cover news, weather, sports, recitals, and religious services, with emphasis on entertainment and community programming.

SAFEBREAKERS Haul From Sydney Store

Fragmented report notes a theft at a Sydney store with missing details and garbled text. Images show a possible burglary involving a BYDNEY area, tramport lines, and a river port reference, but specifics on suspects or losses are unreadable. The fragmentary page lacks clear names, dates, or quantities to confirm key facts.

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