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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 14, 1931
Page
4
A mother in Strathfield praises Sunlight soap for its cleaning power and color preservation. She claims it keeps a household's clothes and linens spotless with minimal effort, noting weekly prep and rapid ironing by Tuesday. The account highlights sunlit home management and tidy living.
A woman identified as Alicn Leva2 was killed when a motor vehicle collided with a train at a level crossing between Chedawa and Idithvate outside Melbourne. Her husband John Teof of South Melbourne, missing after the crash, was found at home in semi-conscious condition with memory loss and was treated at the Homeopathic Hospital.
A fragmentary notice from Adelaide reports suspended sheepskin auctions until definite word is received from the Federal Government regarding the levy duty. The text is unclear but indicates an official delay affecting sellers and buyers and the next steps depend on government guidance.
Sydney reports rumblings that farmers may face bankruptcy as wheat dealers discuss debts. The note cites unnamed brokers and officials weighing potential measures while the market outlook remains unsettled and tense.
Natal captain Losey and Waalund's display highlighted a South African capetown match where MCC held the upper hand. Natal was bowled out for 284 in their innings while MCC posted 107 in reply, sealing victory by TH runs on the first innings lead.
A London billiards report notes elimination rounds and match results. Players include McConuchy Lindrum and Heaven with scores referenced as 641 424 289 13463 and 408, in a friendly competition amid partial text gaps.
A blaze at a homestead on Ander Mat near Velarangar inflicted heavy damage, with estimates ranging up to 11,000 dollars. The fire gutted the dwelling as Ken McKay’s property suffered the most. True details are limited due to the damaged OCR text.
A garbled note mentions a flight to the Canary Islands dated in a mixed sequence, referencing individuals including Tamron and Mendy. The fragment hints at a document exchange or dossier related to a travel plan but lacks clear details or dates. Further readable context is needed to identify organizers, purpose, and outcomes.
Adelaide police recaptured John Horace Hayes and Torrington after a jailbreak at a late 1940s prison. They were living under assumed roles as father and son, in a cottage linked to a stolen motor vehicle and goods. Hayes is described as an habitual criminal and now in custody.
A new racing club plans to start at Richmond with provincial meetings on a future Tuesday. The event will feature horses from Jeichmend and Gonford, and betting will be restricted to the total amount wagered. Tookmakers will not be permitted to operate.
Cessnock meetings were abandoned due to unsettled betting and weather concerns. Racing officials announced no meetings on January 26 and February 10 as plans for both events were called off.
The Cache Movakia excitement centers on Gurllobam entering the Grand National Steeplechase. A nine year old horse from Czechoslovakia is being trained for jumps, with preparations under a public fund headed by the republic's president, aiming for England.
In Sydney no challenge was made as Am brose Palmer, the Italian welterweight champion, did not propose to box Mussolini at the Sydney venue next Saturday. Palmer is holidaying at Ballarat and refuses to appear again until after a prior fight with Jack Halwa, who collapsed in a bout.
Auction figures at Sydney Wool Sales indicate a varied market with 24 lots sold and 0 private sales noted. Merino fleeces ranged to 109d with decent demand, while greasy merino and crossbred types showed irregular descriptions and uneven interest among buyers.
Fragmentary notes describe prices and market activity for hides and tallow with export duties withdrawn. Mentions Walther sodium hides, best deals improving, and varied values for country hides, seals, and tallow across classes, including medium and light market segments.
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