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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jan 16, 1939

Page

4

Cricket Fixtures Revisions and District Match Results

Disorganised fixtures require revision as several cricket matches were impacted. Northbourne won by 90 runs on the first innings with Crombie 1-29 Hat 1-20 Law 220 McInnes 1-15 and Beaton’s century noted in the heat. Cadets vs Star played earlier. Hall tentatively forfeited to Queanbeyan.

Crombie Hat Law McInnes Northbourne Cadets Hall Queanbeyan

Cadets I v Cadets II Postponed After College Break

Weathering a college vacation, the Cadets I versus Cadets II match is rescheduled. Several games were postponed or forfeited: Bush Ares caused delays affecting Ainslie versus Ha nuke, Northbourne I versus Northbourne 1, and Kingston versus Hall. Grammar forfeited to University.

Duntroot College Ainslie Hanuke Northbourne I Northbourne Kingston and Hall Grammar University

A Grade Rowing: Kant 38 and Brinks Lead Davistan Meet

The report notes Kant finishing 38 in A Grade rowing with Brinks strong, Davistan scoring 3-22 and Prisherg 1-15. Local clubs push for faster times as regatta results surface.

Kant Brinks Davistan Prisherg

Warwick Farm Maiden Handicap show results and betting

Race notes list Fleet Tima as winner by a neck ahead of second place with a length to third. Multiple divisions include Gold Pan, All Foam, and CHICKARIDDY with varied margins and times. Betting prices appear for several runners and divisions, with detailed placings and durations noted.

Tima A. Mills Otere Bum 'Ping Ged Billy Moon Huang Fe Ward Peskmond Harmony Ringleader Old Party Adonis Wings Mandrake Blackie Miller Leeward Sing’s Park Cullen V. Thompean Radio Sciience Fernave Milenes Desatry Wandin Tim Tims Wood Boy KCW Othart Berats Handivag Scarlet Ctacle Isherwood

Masubs Triumph Amid Narrow Victory Amid Confusing Text

In a tight contest, Masubs edged past opponents with late scoring by N S W YV and McCautey Lbw. Grimmett Barnes and P Ridings contributed, while Miles faded but kept the score close amid chaotic play and unclear details.

McCautey Grimmett, Barnes & P

Braton Shines In Bowling And Batting Showing

Braton leads with notable bowling figures and steady batting as Australia faces a rough innings. Piu Ridings and Ward contribute key runs while fielding tight, with several players scoring in double digits though team struggles to close the innings.

Shield Cricket Bowling Summary

Shield Cricket report shows Brien 0 for 0, Hynes 0 for 37, Cheatham 1 for 82, Barns 1 for Pepper 0 for OL.

Brien Hynes Cheatham Barns Pepper

Cooma Races First Day Weights Listed On Air

Radio schedule details a busy first day at Cooma with listed weights and programs. Names such as Morning Devotion, Metropolitan Weather and Magazine of Sporting appear among music and news segments. The fragmented text mixes race weights, stations, and brief program notes, reflecting an archival broadcast log.

Atetal i Rer Anaes Ikea Waathars Iduate Bervicn Ose Victoria Magazine of Sporting Flatorian Dulking Musi Bee Arc

MARINA AND MOONRAY STAR IN BRITISH RACING NOTES

The report reviews a busy jump and flat day with horses such as Flying Drake, Moonray, and Marina posting wins or strong finishes. Moonray dominates Sefton Handicap at Warwick Farm, ridden by J Duncan, as Ripley shows promise in maiden division. Betting odds feature prominently for multiple runners including Magi Circle and Mahogany in various races.

Moon ‘Ay Warwick Farm J. Duncan Moonray Jum Ram Jeway

Scientists Clash In Quirky Cricket Picnic

English county ground buzzed as visiting scientists met a Statisticians team in a playful picnic match. Both sides wore odd outfits and used improvised gear, delivering lighthearted, slapstick cricket with spectators enjoying the humorous play and antics.

Telopea Park Bar- Mere Outak Reba

Prisoners Foiled Escape at Alcatraz in Dense Fog

Five convicts led by the so called fers attempted to breach Alcatres prison. They fired on guards wounding two, captured all, and reached the water edge before retreating into the fog. Arthur Barker, Kidnapper of Bremer in January 1080, was fatally wounded during the incident.

Ban Francisco Baturday Fers Alcatres Arthur Barker Kidpapper Bremer In

Westbury advances in Melbourne bout amid boxing notes

Westbury Alan Westbury the promising Newcastle welterweight showed progress in Melbourne last week winning in one round. He has now had 45 fights with 44 wins by knockout including four first-round knockouts. In the same card Max Raynor defeated Wayne Powell on points, while discussants note moves in the Country Rugby League of New South Wales to hold clubs accountable for players officials and spec-

Alan Westbury Newcastle Victoria Melbourne Westbury Max Raynor Country Rugby League New South Wales Har & Move Afoot

Canberra racing results evening meeting at Queanbeyan

Attendees reported heavy turnout for the bushfire outbreak event with racing across divisions and heats. Bets placed on multiple runners including Bettina, Ketch, UREE DONNIE, CORALINGO, MILL VALE, DESERT LUCIE, FRISCO SLIM, PACIFIC, and others. Times range from 27.2 to 37.5 seconds with Bett Evens Wagganey and Desert Luck among favored entries.

Queanbeyan the Pucniet Jean Harlow Ahanaft Cormack Coralingo Canberra Gimkes Mill Vale Ross Joy Thatilde Tine Aca Bett Evens Golden Flees Bouthert Boy Wea Southern Boy Blakes Mis Ona Anne Zora Mia Ona Joshawke Burnshads Frisco Slim Evens Brmalt Queenole de Anne Mus'ral Milke Flying Merne Climbing Fly Pacific i Signo Vincex Vasimore Jangth Wrens Blondeen Signo Vices Vaalmore Petit Joan Pacific

Fall from parapet claims young married woman life

A young married woman died after reportedly stepping from a parapet on Elisabeth Street late at night. An onlooker heard a shout and chased to the scene but she had fallen to the floor and was pronounced dead at once.

Hiet Will Abe Bushang Loor

Unclear union league incidents spark debate over ejecting persons

Fragmentary note discusses recent incidents in Union and League ranks and questions whether a move to eject individuals from grounds is within club powers. Opinions vary on success of proposed actions and governance boundaries.

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