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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 26, 1937
Page
3
An unclear set of notes mentions Maine perhaps and a cabinet reference. It lists names like Mich and GE with fragmented phrases about charges or events. Readable facts are limited. the text seems to reference political figures and potential cabinet changes without clear actions or dates.
The first meeting of the Branch council of the Clerical Association for the year will be held on Thursday January 28 at 7 20 pm at Hotel Canberra Tr ix. Delegates urged to have full representation from departments with no weak council presence. The Central Executive agenda includes important business and local accident matters. A circular has been issued regarding positions with salaries up to £304 pa and inquiries are invited for discussion on Thursday next.
A Canberra note outlines 1937 concert plans with plans for collaboration with the Australian Broadcasting Commission. The Budapest String Quartet concerts on April 20 and a May 16 event are noted along with anticipated visits by soprano Lottie Lehmann and pianist Vladimir Horowitz. The Canberra Operatic Society aims to finalize its 1957 program at the February meeting, and meetings of related arts groups may occur in February.
A girlet wedding was celebrated at Christopher's Church Canberra on January 36. Eileen and the bridegroom were attended by family members including Mr and Mrs. Mowe of Amidio. The ceremony featured a pink timetable and navy headpieces. Father and friends gave speeches and guests offered presents. The couple planned a reception in Sydney after the ceremony.
Anglican Archbishop of Melbourne and Mrs Head arrived in Canberra yesterday for a holiday trip. They are staying at Mt Kuuriuske and plan to spend a few days in Canberra before returning to Melbourne. The Archbishop said he was struck by Canberra’s hills and setting and looked forward to enjoying holiday news in the coming days.
Sir Archdale Parkhill will head the parliamentary group to the coronation in London on May 12. The Labour vacancy may be filled by five senators Guthrie Plain Mas Ara Jennings Scholnald and Green. The Treasurer Chaey plans a broad study of British finance and insurance. Australia ponders a national insurance scheme with British experts possible input. The Empire Parliamentary Association invites seven Australian federal readers to the coronation. Further electoral selections are unlikely due to Labour party pairing hurdles ahead of Parliament's session.
A garbled horse racing card lists numerous entries and odds for a novice handicap and a first division event at Kensington. Names include Walter Wf, Pally Burrandale, Corban Bodarone, Bidarajie, Boy Kein, Sir Regent, Mary, Queen Moan, Mime Billie, Pacodal, Puna T, Look a1, Kentucky, Martin Tb, Masarnn, Milas Juliet, and others with unclear numbers and placements.
Mrs. Ruby Duncan, a member of the Heauhewivin Progressive Association, urged that women should run their own bread making to counter rising costs. She argued bakers set fluctuating prices, and wartime demand worsened shortages. The discussion highlighted how households faced higher bread prices and uncertain daily requirements.
A fragmented report lists races and entrants including The Challenge Fulstar King's Head The Marne and counterparts such as Viet Amotine Bulldozer Bonnie Legion Electro and Jovial Sou. It mentions ANNIVERSARY Manarut Fanfare Lathara Oro Briar's Switch Tow Applause Upoko Ariki and Young Cru but readability is limited.
Australian championship doubles action produced few shocks as Lindy Gilchrist and partner fell in straight sets to Quist and Turnbull 6 3 6 4 while several other pairs won in straight or near straight sets. Mixed results across the day included Thompson Turvey and Schwartz Huxley lifting wins and several teams advancing with steady wins in a busy session.
A text heavy with lottery numbers and names lists a Kensington handicap result with Towart near 340 1d as a key entry. Various stage references include Howie 502 kaurel 6 7 and a string of participants and agents like Mr Sam Goldburg and Praia Newsagent in North jm. The fragmentary copy lists many horses and bettors, with multiple street and bidder notes, indicating a chaotic lottery page.
A vintage health ad extols Dr Meres Indian Root Pills as an everyday remedy to stir the liver cleanse the stomach and promote gentle thorough bowel action. It argues good health is crucial in strenuous times and links liver condition to overall outlook and digestion.
A large number of entries is expected for the annual FCT show to be held February 12 and 18 at the Hat Show Ground. Secretary FR A Brows reported most entrants will exceed last year's total with exhibitions closing January 30 in one section and February 5 in another. District exhibits return alongside a cordal buck jumping contest and a cattle dump is being erected to ease unloading from lorries.
In Sydney on Monday wool sales saw price changes with delays for average and inferior descriptions aiding the ruling. Creasy morino bids reached 3Bid as auction totals reached 1A,9RH bales with 430 peivalaly sold. overall weekly average wool price stood at £24/6 per bale and 18.96 per ton, amid rare sales and mixed demand.
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