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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jan 03, 1950

Page

3

Rayher's Queensland Fight Back in Tough Test

Queensland batsman Raymer scored 87 and Tallon 34 as Queensland battles New South Wales at the Sydney Cricket Ground. Raymer led the innings before Brown dismissed him, with Raymer finishing 4 for 48 in 14 overs as NRW posted 31 and 227.

Onry Munway Quivenstead Mick Raymer Cave Tinatef New South Wales Rydney Cricket Ground Stumips Cbw Etme Rarlier Haymer Batamen NRW Ron James Iin Queenaland Brown Raymer Drown Tura N.bav Peake

Canberra undefeated in Burne Cup matches

Canberra tightened its grip on the Burne Cup at Goulburn yesterday by trapping Goulburn on a rain affected wicket to win by 16 runs on first innings. With two rounds left, Canberra stands as the only undefeated team. Local batting faltered as Goulburn posted a mid innings total and Canberra bowled well led by Robin and Backer to defend a modest 218.

Canberra Goulburn Goulorp Rabin Bracken Gotsbuen Bateman Gnuburn Madlaw Robin Antasyin Australia Victoria Ind Rob MeLin Queenaland Netind Victorias Tyersen Melcan South Mebean Mit Ing Bearens Routh Australta Firat Taninge McLean Baird Craig Blackpols Db Malet Trenton Daldig Aun Te Bales Black Micharl

Canberra Trehl match report with Goulburn innings struggles

Canberra and Goulburn clashed in a high scoring duel with Goulburn top scorers Grant 16 and 6, Jibwon 4/26 leading the bowlers, while Lavon and Keffrey Lop contributed in a tense chase. The under 17 Canberra side secured an eight wicket win as Williams, Kebblewhite and Tan excelled in the field and Miller finished with 1 4.

AL Goulburn Canberra Petones Puna Sears Gouliburn Ware Lavon Savin Shamide Taurn Grant Jibwon Goulburn A. Ray T. Graham Iknock Keffrey N. McPherson Williams Ratford Kebblewhite Tan WO Pach Miller Aniahed Tor Cioultaarn Malier K Melaenan Villars Aninhod Munday Aadaned Sialch

Infant Drowns Near Cleveland Home

A infant was found drowned today at a home near Cleveland after the family realized the child was missing from the yard. Authorities reported the incident as a tragic accidental drowning.

Bribbank Wan Clevelanst Won Twich

South Australia Fallows On In Victorian Mateh

South Australia falls to a heavy defeat in a Victorian match as Victoria bowls strongly. MeLin steadies the SA innings with a fighting 18 and several players struggle to reach double figures. Victoria’s bowlers share the wickets, and the home team's total ends around 348.

South Australia Victorian

Canberra rationed beer amid drought era shortages

In Canberra during the drought era, beer supplies were rationed with hotels serving a two hour window from 1 pm to 7 pm and again 9 am to noon. Men admitted attending races to obtain a drink despite restrictions, and many sought entry to venues to drink as the policy faced loopholes.

Canberra Anyplien

Two Share Lead in King’s Prize

Victoria shooter Ronsmith and Queenslander Te A Jonnaga top the field in the King’s Prize after connecting in the intermate rise event over 300 yards and 600 yards at Pontville range. Notable competitors include W H Hicks and W Page with scores around 98 as the main event approaches tomorrow.

Commonwealth XI and India match ends with 647 runs

Commonwealth XI and India contest on the fourth day with Commonwealth 8 wickets down at 647 as Fadia excites in a partial innings. Freer dismissed for 40, Wan 9 not out, Wilson resting, and Livingstone noted in the commentary as the innings progressed.

Commonwealth Finan H Freer Muuinpa

Negotiations for Permanent Racecourse Begin

Reports indicate talks to secure a permanent Canberra racecourse. A joint meeting of the ACT Jockey Club Canberra Racing and Trotting Club and Canberra Plate Race Club is sought to finalize a joint proposal for approval by the Minister. A suggested site along a highway corridor near Canberra would allow a ten furlong track with minimal banking and new water access.

Mayen Jockey Cub Canberra Racing and Canberra Plente Race Club Department of 1 Interior Antelor McBride Yar Goulburn Canberra Tre Yong

1 000 New Teachers for W.5 W. Schools

A garbled report notes 1 000 new teachers for Western district schools and a rising attendance. Figures mention a record approaching 393 000, compared with 970 000 previously, with unclear references to reconciliations and a new account.

W.5 Sy Ontv Memday Acootn Mr Hotriié Mitta Tae Legen

Victory in South Australian men’s singles final

The final match featured Jan Drobny and Frank Teagan with Teagan securing victory. The event, held at the venue in Adelaide, highlighted a decisive finish as Teagan triumphed over Drobny to claim the title.

Cigmmanaisey Smaurey Quicken Tino Frank Teagan Jan Drobny

Tennis match report with lopsided doubles results

The article details a men's singles and women's doubles tennis event with dominant performances. Frank Goodman and a partner overwhelmed opponents through aggressive serving and strong volleying, while the other doubles pair Frew Hopman and Mise bf defeated Mine 3. raomey and Mra ker 15, A.) 8-0, 6-0, in straight sets.

Frank Aedgman Aecoyaly Dyubmy Frew Hopman Vic Mise Newembe Mine Raomey Wic Mraker Sea

New time record set by A.C.T. glider pilot

Canberra glider pilot set a new time record at Parkes May or Kimber. The Curraweang sailed from 3000 feet to above 4000 feet, reaching a maximum height near 4000 plus feet. The launch involved the Byron Soaring Club and Raymond participation, with multiple attempts and a late landing as dusk fell.

A.C.T Guration Gare Canberra Brimibor Whan Parkew Ture Kimber Canbarea Chin Byney Soaring Club Raymond Kodney Sanpianca Cage Tighe Ion Maymond Hin Ment Hemi Alett Elles

Missing man reappears after disappearance near Muswellbrook

Steve Smith aged 33 from Denham Street vanished on November 12 and was later found at Muswellbrook Police Station in a fatigued state. He could not speak or identify his associates and was unable to move on arrival at Wyandra Hospital. Authorities report he had wandered across the country prior to recovery.

Stevemith Bond Bette Nimlasaly Wandaring Suring

Flower Thief Active in Northern Suburbs

The report notes a flower theft spree in Rhaddon and Ainslie areas with Bower Inet’s property stolen. Neighbors report alarms, fences damaged, and flower beds ransacked during early morning hours. Police urge residents to secure gardens and report suspicious activity.

M Bower Rhaddon Ainslie

Unclear OCR sports card from Canberra event

Fragmentary match results and player names from a Canberra championship card. Names such as Akaya Copan Holden Flaherty Mandicn Romi Parkes and others appear with scores like 0-8 and 26-14, but the text is garbled and partial, hindering full reconstruction of events.

Canberra Bawsg Ud Akaya Copan Holden Flaherty Mas Ingies Mandicn Romi Ack Stephen End Armstrong Parkes Sta Fryer Daniels Bain Banout M. Raves Warwick Aiott Trevillien Cusack Bauttie Doven Stafford Marshall 'Vely Kuunne Betorean Clarke Tee Bebel Tepe Bw ‘Woodger Stevens

No Discourse Intention Stated By Bromwich Coached Team

A garbled report notes Bromwich addressing etiquette in a Bevin Group match with Neilsen arriving late due to illness. It mentions Otago versus Auckland in the Plunket Arnold series and a player named Plunket Arnold scoring, with a quoted remark about a miscommunication and a score of 88 included in the tally.

Bevin Gp Sohn Bevin- Rea Abe Ieratace Maton Kooyoni Vic Bert Retary N.2uw Lita Viet Wen Wellington Quin Pert Ratcliffe Nbs Taal Tans Tbuicke

Actress Dvorak Upset Over Marriage Split

Mollywood woman Asa Dvorak and dancer Igor Dey Narrebundan separate after 11 years of marriage. She says they may file for divorce and voices strain from public engagements. Also notes dental clinic emergency care and a youth apprenticeship ad from The Cane here Times.

Mollywood Warn Freeeh Pri Wim Asa Dvorak Mclntyre Igor Dey Narrebundan Mins Dvorak Alebt Hho

Treloar Breaks for 220 Yards at Adelaide Meet

New South Wales athlete Treloar wins the 220 yard title at the Adelaide athletics meeting amid a strong field. Records and notable performances include WA and Vic contenders, with junior and senior events contested, while the crowd observed hundreds of meters and hurdles, noting key times and placements.

Adelaide Dabhnay Lympian Jane Trelowr Wales Bill de Grwoeny Wood West Australia Tedayn Yin Lew Jackmaty Malny Mahoney Prue Pardon Allen Arker Mecaditland Vic Wal Humphrise Peter Tnl Stuart J Verne Fed Victoria A. Watee McTringen Wald Taree Milox J. Perry iMic Wo M Amerton G. Sample Ecorat Dilacus Penal Manan Oh Nyean B. Oliver WA L. Polmenr Vics

Neighbours Swap Husbands in New Year Changeover

Two Las Vegas residents and two Los Angeles women swapped husbands in a New Year event. Moore and Hardy, both from Nevada, allegedly wed while separated, with Moore previously married to Mooky and Hardy to another partner. Divorces were granted in Nevada.

Las Vegas Nevades Munstay Une Moores Los Angeles Nevada Kinehagen David Hardy Leno Moore Ofrir Howard Mooky Franses Hardy MM Fie Moore

Golf recap at Canberra event with Lucas winning

A pacific golf meet at Canberra saw Lucas head the field and win a pewter trophy in a Stableford contest on Saturday. Despite limited details the report notes a zero point for a rival and a strong showing from Lucas.

Slaga Lucas Naval Canberra Baturdey Stableford

Gallagher billed for fight event details unclear

Fragmented report recalls Gallagher billed for a fight amid erratic text. Mentions Melbourne December 30 in Central Court and London return, with scattered names and partial scores. Context remains obscure due to garbled OCR.

Malicl Mate Mareh Oakley Jontay Melbourne Central Court Liam London Darwin AI Gallagher Vunbiah Fort Walle Juury

Typist Stenographer Needed Part Time Ply Box 31483

Job listing seeks a part time typist stenographer responsible for secretarial tasks at Ply Box 31483. Prior shorthand and data entry skills preferred, with flexible schedule and steady workload.

Stenagr

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