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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 11, 1930
Page
2
London reports paint a bleak picture of Britain's car sector as factories cut staff and reduce production, with many firms halting operations. One manufacturer warns that home market decline harms the industry and could require vast investments for a future model.
Canterbury Racing Club offers a ten race program today at Canterbury Park with three divisions in two maidens and a nursery handicap. Notable runners include Coercion, What About It, Park Takes, Golden Tunic, and Certificate in various divisions and stakes. Racing begins with Maiden divisions at 11 19 and features Flying Welter and Welter Handicaps through the afternoon with several promising horses listed for each race.
Queanbeyan Municipal Council voted to enforce the Local Government Ordinances requiring hire vehicles to be clearly labeled. Acting on inspector Hi V Fowler’s recommendation the council said the new markings will distinguish public hire cars from private vehicles, with future hire cabs to bear the letters I V.
Police in Canberra face footwear woes as several constables wear oversize boots. Officers range up to a 12 or more, with the gravel roads shortening boot life. New boots provided yesterday cover all 13 members, yet harsh terrain may demand extra purchases by the police themselves. The Territory plans felt-lined boots to reduce wear and improve approach signals.
A scanned program list outlines a busy broadcast day with music, news, weather, sports, and entertainment segments. Notable entries include racing, cricket, children's sessions, dance bands, and performances by entertainers Linn Builth Guy Kidd and Hedco Play, plus stock market updates and various country and session themes.
Sunday events list a mix of concerts and recitals at Mt. Andrew’s Cathedral and nearby venues. Performances include Mate Orman recital, Vocal Harm 7, Bondi framme pieces, and instrumental programs with bands and services from the Baptist Church.
TOKIO Friday report describes widespread railway disruption after a severe accident halting services. Locomotives derailed amid a paralysing incident that interrupts traffic across major lines. Recovery teams mobilize as authorities assess damage and plan swift resumption of service.
Race card lists numerous entrants for the maiden welter handicap with multiple horse names, drivers, and class notes. Entries include Pint vivuon Adare Reomey Meliscent High Bounce, King Hunter, Bumko, Milkhast, Carnelian BAW Hola, and Mavenmah, with associated times and divisions noted for the event.
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