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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 23, 1929
Page
5
In a fatal crash near the city, a lorry collided with a car killing one occupant and injuring several others. Police and emergency crews transported the injured, while investigators began to determine the cause and whether speed or weather contributed.
The document records an annual meeting of a veterans sub-branch. It lists attendees including officers and longtime members, names several individuals and mentions a memorial or passing notices. The text blends names, roles, and events with damaged OCR segments, offering a snapshot of postwar veterans' organizational activity.
A garbled report from the croquet club outlines tournament matches and player pairings. Names and details are partially readable, mentioning several players and outcomes but with much text garbled, making specifics unclear.
A chaotic scene unfolds as multiple players collide in a high speed football incident. Officials struggle to control the aftermath with teams and fans reacting amid confusion and loud penalties.
Fragmentary report describes a court appearance by defendants including a man named in the dock and others tied to a case at Queanbeyan Court. Prosecution and defense statements are partially recorded, with references to a drinking incident and alleged indecent conduct. A magistrate granted a defendant fourteen days to pay a sum.
Activity detailed at Brindabella with mentions of participants and observers. Names and places are obscured by garbled text, but reference to a fishing event and associated social aspects is evident.
A dated social note describes a community gathering with several attendees including Mrs Phen Sichadoon and Mr Keith Waugh. The event features familiar local names, including Fitzpatrick and Sharwood, as guests and speakers, with a casual recounting of conversations and proceedings.
A remnant report notes Dearne Courtney defeating Ole Lalani in a ten round boxing match. The import suggests the Australian fighter secured a decisive victory with strong combinations and controlled the pace from early rounds.
A compact device touts ease with no wax or chemicals and no fixing materials needed. It claims a 1 tent space as a feature and hints at a quick start after setup. The description references a range of odd terms but centers on a straightforward recording mechanism.
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