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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 26, 1940
Page
2
John L. Lewis, president of an industrial union, states that a third-term bid by Mr. Roosevelt would be untenable and likely defeated. the statement is seen as a signal of Labour’s stance on Roosevelt’s re-election and policy.
A rundown of trial hurdles and handicaps with race times from 1.90 pm to 5.0 pm. Entries include Besu, Be Frere, Conundrum, Khancoban, Opportunist, Overtold, Dagmar, Beaucaire, Real Gem, and others. Officials note the day’s programme under Sydney by copyright authority.
Randwick saw Walreka, ridden by W. Lappin, clock five furlongs in 1 minute 1 second following a strong early pace on the Agrasa track. Ja by Radle Queen and Beau daire posted notable times as the field pressed the outer flags. Court Gousip the Melbourne horse ran a mile in 1.46, while Drimes covered two furlongs in 31 seconds with working shoes.
Fragmentary OCR item mentions courses and times, with unclear names and details. No clear event, team, or date can be identified, leaving a partial reference to a Thursday schedule and generic course remarks.
The Queanbeyan and Districts Club lists the race draws for Saturday’s meeting with ground drawn positions. Canberra Stakes 473 yards divisions include Brindy, Burndoo, Carhan River, Carrose, Cumbing Aly, Gubs, Gymkhana, Jack O Mines, Le Toscia, Whishiful Bald in the first. Maiden 473 yards features Irish Geestemain, Beacan, Mile, Porgy Mulga, Sleep Speedy Burn. Fourth Division Canberra Stakes 473 yards lists Irish Appeal, Lady Bengba, Lagy Tadema, Canging Joe, Pot Josa, Signo Silver Port, The Boas. Third Division Canberra Stakes 473 yards includes Carryall, Frisco Siim, Lady Loxford, Flying Merne, Mystery Gold, Radio Comedian, Speedy Blue, The 413, Aton’s Hope, Charlie’s Pride, Oso Nerve, Innit Doe, Jemidene Tad, Kin. Becond to rude. Piping Watsty. Mesa Best iteration Saber tare tale Gola Rute N Shin.
The Sydney area sweltered with temperatures hitting 106.3 degrees in the afternoon, the hottest day of the summer. Earlier readings topped 101 degrees with December 12 cited as the previous peak, while many country centers also reported overcast-century heat. Indoor sleeping became nearly impossible and crowds sought relief at beaches into late hours.
Broken Hill report says a Warrier Industrial Council meeting representing all local unions supported a boycott of rail goods. Goods sent to Broken Hill by rail to Ivanhoe and then by motor. The boycott would start Thursday.
Sydney report notes about 70 teachers aim to return to Broken Hill, railway delays hindered travel. Teachers' Federation Secretary Mr Hendry says plan to travel to Ivanhoe by train and continue by service cars to final destinations.
Government gazette outlines changes in charges for temporary telephone connections. Historically applicants paid for setup and dismantling, but new rules set charges at actual cost only. The shift reflects extensive wiring developments in buildings and dwellings, with installation costs often exceeding previous minimums.
Allied Purchasing New York notes a British and French commission ideation consummated with headquarters in Broad Street near Wall Street. The obligations aim to avoid conflict with the United States economy and science programme, comprising about 90 British personnel including Air Vice-Marshal Cave-Brown-Cave and Mr Bloom, British director.
The Police Department received advice from the Attorney General Mr Bailey that the Order-in-Council directing them to stay the execution of a warrant for the arrest of Lieut Colonel Mitchell of the A.L.F. has been cancelled.
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