Midweek Canberra Swimming Carnival Highlights and Results
Weather threats did not dampen the Cary mid week carnival at the Swim Pool. Highlights included Audrey Gray, Marcombe and Davies among the top performers in junior events, a standout diving display by Jack Cassidy, and several handicap races won by Morcombe, Harding, Bain, and Clemens. Championship events are set for next Wednesday night at the pool.
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pinRendrela
D. Lancaathy
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Amavis
A. Tod
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Davies
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Wun
Marcombe
Audrey Gray
Joan Marcombe
Joatt
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Audrey By & Touch
Jack Cassidy
Jack
Hie
E. Morcombe
K. Harding
Bain
Ki Harding
Morcombe
A. Gray
Laneaater
Tine Im
Mees
H. Gibson
K. Hi
G. Bain
Shera
E. Bullard
Ingram
Clemens
Pit le Fevastyle
A. Quay
J. Morcombe
Keith Harding
Me Clemens
D. Lancaster
J. Morecambe
E. Moreambe
Ponte
Canning Tare
Barnes Held to Contract in Sydney Cricketer Dispute
Sydney news reports cricketer Barnes facing contract terms from the Central Quality Board. A reply from the Board shows they will consider Fingland offers but reject further attempts to bar or alter Barnes position. The article notes a cautious negotiation stance amid ongoing discussions.
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Sydney
Bi Barnes
Haw Dean
Se Ranta
Central Tuality
Bowrd
Offre
Fingland
Man charged with murder after Brisbane stabbing death
In Brisbane on Wednesday Mer vy n Angual Leach 24 a labourer faced Bris bane Police Court charged with wilful murder of Doris Filsie Duncan. Witnesses describe a bloody tent scene with a butcher knife blade found near the victim. Doctor Hodwin testified 17 wounds across the head and body including arms.
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Brisbane
Markay
Mer
Vyn Angual Leach
Doris Filsie Duncan
Cronk
Grahame Templeton
HHS
Wicl
Leach
Dottie Thunean
Hodwin
Betting Prices Restrictions Sought On Telegrams
Sydney reports that Chief Secretary Gollan urges a ban on post offices at racecourses sending betting information by telegram. He warns the Government may withdraw telegraphic service if cooperation fails and notes a £250 fine for disseminating betting data before the last race.
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Sydney
Mr. Gollan
Gollan
Gallan
Postmaster General comments on NSW racecourse post offices
The Postmaster General Mr Cameron said in Adelaide that if racecourse post offices in New South Wales transmitted messages contrary to that state betting laws the Commonwealth had no legislation to take action and starting-price operators were not the Commonwealths direct concern. He added that if NSW government found its legislation faulty it should bring the issue before the Commonwealth.
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Adelaide
Cameron
New South Wales
Gollan
Commonwealth
Wie
Racing mare on The Aseal Handbag at Milantheon clash
The racing page notes Milantheon, backed as second favorite, led briefly then finished second as jockey Davidson struggled with the mount. Stewards report the race was disqualified due to mounting issues and a protest over a possible start without the horse.
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Sydney
Davidson
Milantheon
Stewarda
Davidean
Wuld
Moree Blaze Destroys Cart After Sleepless Night
Elderly Patrick Kilday near Narrandera slept by a caravan when a pipe sparked papers in the back, igniting the vehicle into flames. The horse bolted, Kilday was thrown, rescued and taken to hospital as the blaze was beaten out by police.
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Patrick Kilday
Narrandera
Kilday
Wien
Sydney
St Marculen
Trane Dellsen
Dulwich Hill
James Thomas Mars
Marsden
Bho
Maradan
Dutabe
Murata
English Air Mail Delays Across Ocean Route
Sydney reports a mail tug from London arrived at Rose Bay after a 26 day voyage. The Carpentaria flying boat carried 18 000 otter for Australia and New Zealand, with other bags dispatched December 10 and 13. The Sydney leg showed delays, with some mail taking 20 days en route.
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Sydney
London
Rose Bay
Australia
New Zealand
Christinaa
Carpentaria
Lemine
M Balt Ucys
Sheffield Shick Team Struck by Lightning in Storm
Insan Consults Spacials reports the Sheffield Shick! cricket squad traveling from Melbourne to Sydney when a storm struck. Captain Von Bradman, 16, reportedly died instantly after being hit by lightning while en route to Brisbane. rival observers sought expert opinion.
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Sydney
Forbes
Melbourne
Brisbane
Gbeller
von Bradman
Issuf Noel Bing
Griffith Clinic Closure for Illness Delays Duty Return
Griffith clinic closed due to illness. staff member unable to resume duty for several days. Canberra and surrounding medical facilities report delayed operations. Local health officials say temporary closure affects routine treatments and consultations.
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Bieter
Canberra
Bel
Ascot Races Division Results and Key Placings
Division results list horses and jockeys with times and margins across events at Ascot. Notable entries include Wimbledon, Donna Cerealia, Lady Gay, Water Waggon, and Beau Cir Val with multiple divisions and betting notes. The report records times, distances, and prize references alongside various contenders and odds.
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Raory Jeap
EL Ans Ae
Mesdenamin
M. McGurten
Hickey
Redemption
Brave Bird
Kilmaren
Palawan
Argent
Jangh
Bal
Wimbledon
E. McMenamin
Donna Clair
Cracknell
Lady Corealia
Othare
Art
Ate Model
Val Spear
the Wolf
Brazen Caprice
Beauty
Katmate
Velieim
Beijing
Donna Clatr
Lady Cerealia
J. Gallop
Roys Bac
Fr. Robinson
Strathboris
H. Malcolm
Imbibar
Frasendale
Hurbie'a Pride
Royal Promise
Strathbogie
Kentucky
B. Broadhurst
Lady Gay
E. Medtenumin
Vatocia
Sawyer
Oltera
Rovina
Young Mal
Be Acro
Trish Jie
Romany Laxe
Gallivadting Beste
Pamela
Monit
Salutation
Af Hughes
Dungala
Mefur- Jane
Klemm Engle
East Bun
Tere Lenothe
Tampin
Rohl Pertyy
Mavro
H. Huyhen
Haughty Clare
Manilin’s Pride
Cor
Auntminala
Prinen Caoique
Enu Lawlor
Lady Cello
Dives
Beau Ctir- Val
James
Milantheon
Davideon
Constant
McMenamin
Jilt
Morn
Lady Wonga
Hopalong
Pygmalion
Beau Chee Val
Diva
Readers Views The Canberra Times on Water Waste
A Canberra letter to the editor urges the Department of the Interior to curb water waste in homes by inspecting taps and plumbing. The writer cites a Government boating house with seven taps leaking in two bathrooms and an overflowing bath, estimating gallons wasted over hours. The missive, dated June 4, 1888, emphasizes careful maintenance and prompt repairs.
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Canberra Times
Department of the Interior
Ay Broadcasting House
Mort Street
Braddar
Canberr
Tacestory
Arthur Dalgety Bridges
Chartered Accountant
Aum
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