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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 15, 1934
Page
3
Partial readable fragments describe a local public sale action and officials. The accessible names and dates are unclear, but the notice references a sale with official involvement and a municipal context.
Incomplete OCR text references various names and locations, mentioning Goel and Chita Tosti with unclear context. The fragment hints at events or persons but lacks coherent details, making precise summary difficult while preserving potential proper nouns.
In the FCT Cricket Association competition both Kingston and Queanbeyan retained leadership in A Grade after wins on turf pitches hampered by recent rains. Walkovers occurred as clubs struggled to field full sides following the Christmas break, with Northbourne game unavailable in B Grade.
A detailed match summary shows Northbourne tied by Mekinatry and fell short as Marquha, Dinservill and Ward contributed strong innings. The bowlers Tickner Clapson and Prowse helped reduce opposition scoring, while Northbourne’s Ward and Dinservill faced a battling display from rival bowlers resulting in a narrow defeat.
Queanbeyan won by 1 run at Matua as Manuka bowls kept the chase close. Key contributions included a 118 by Queanbeyan batsman and steady support from Conner Clarkin Lani Te and Bradlee. Manuka’s bowlers produced several tight overs but fell short in the final over.
Queanbeyan could muster only a day for the four day match at Manuka Oval as Manuka dominated. Queanbeyan were bowled out for 14 in 8 wickets and 66 runs were saved by Manuka, with standout 78 by Jantuen Moore and Martin top scoring for Queanbeyan. Manuka won outright by an innings and 18 runs.
Acton and Killerston Siden met in a tight round on Saturday with both sides short of strength. Kingston bowled well with Bhores and Goodwin taking four wickets between them. Murphy claimed four for 48. Kingston won by nine runs on first innings as Acton collapsed late, with Lowe and Seton top scoring for Acton and Noble contributing multiple wickets for Kingston.
Northbourne triumphed over ML with a 43 run score after a tense first innings. Andrewe top scored with 19, aided by Flake who grabbed 11 runs and contributed key wickets. The outing win followed a disputed moment when Mane was called out, influencing the final outcome.
The Mall team visited Northbourne Oval on Saturday for a game described as a walkover. Northbourne dominated with clear advantages as the match progressed.
Northbourne dominated with fielding and sustained bowling led by Toms and Hnith, securing victory by an innings and 46 runs. Worthy top scored for Northbourne with 153, while Southwell and Fisk delivered notable contributions for the opposition in a hard fought county cricket style match.
A fragmented racing and bowling report from Weetangera and nearby venues notes Thaddeus and Cameron competing in several events at Weetangera and Yorks Park. Notable performances include eight wickets for 160 in a cricket match, Cameron and Shubert contributions for Weetangera, and Camargo in horse racing at Montevideo with notable placings. The Telegraph reports a close finish as Weetangera bowls edged out rivals by a slim margin.
Fragmentary OCR lists Tonle Amore notes with Hon Ball and Albert Brull dated 16th March. Mentions Ber Lambrise Homuntead Ophurwa Bungendore Yass fund Desoto Spare Tyre and Rim Rewind with unclear references to dates and locations.
An erratic cabled report from London describes the Kangaroos losing the final test at Gatnhou today as misplays interrupt a bid to lead. Cannareos seemed certain to bat, but Paar mishandled, and Jenkins sparked a late surge as Hemet oti ikl,nd rest Mths, scoring 18 toad by 0.
A field of runners competed with Lionhearted leading at the stretch. Nare Amon Hh Mountain View finished close behind, while Chamutt and Divin Padtock also showed strong form. Won by a full length with a small margin between second and third place.
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