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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jan 27, 1927

Page

16

The Marriage Market at Star Theatre Star Bryan

A mystery stage theft frames a life embracing romance in The Marriage Market directed by Lola Weber. Marion Davies stars with Harrison Ford in a New York set drama with tropical Florida twists and a Western backstory, plus The Wolf Hunters as a feature.

Universal Jewels Queenbryan Lola Weber New York Florida Lev Rich Huntley Grorden Todd Orphata Loewitts Arizona Speokil Salisbury Field Motion Marion Davies Hareon Ford James Oliver Corwood Canada Corwood

Goulburn Notes City News and Community Events

Goulburn Mayor hosts a dinner for aldermen and officials at the Royal Hotel. The city discussed rate increases and the town’s comparatively low rates. Events include the A I and Wf. Bacety’s annual show set for March to April with over 70 entrants. Father Cahill to receive a purse and address before a long holiday. Church events feature Saviour’s Cathedral services and a Goulburn Choral Opera concert. Other items report funding delays on the new High School, local tennis prospects, and a fault line in club governance. A coroner inquiry into a Miser fire is opened and postponed. Water supply remains muddy after rain. A kitchen tea marks a marriage, and a large number of job applicants are noted.

A. Scodhew Royal Hotel Goulburn Wan

Queanbeyan Sports Carnival Raises Funds for Hospital Aid

A local Queanbeyan sports carnival organized by the Fire Brigade and Municipal Band drew crowds despite hot weather. Proceeds support the Queanbeyan Hospital Fund, with a parade featuring the mayor and aldermen, Boy Scouts, and fire brigade, plus judges awarding best decorated car and turnout among others.

Queanbeyan Fire Brigade Bowe Queanbeyan Hospital Monaro Aireet Bowers Mesers H Atkinson T. Barber Bon Mewern West Malach J. W. Butt B. Lom J. O'Malley H. vi. Colman D. Madn A. Moore Daniela Worboise Dudley W. B. Freebody J. G. Harris KF. Lands Mensron Street Queanbeyan Bond Queanbeyan Boy Scoutsa EL Wearne E. Miller Misa Chalmers Mr. A. Miles Jamiee Mr. Burety Heaute Queanbeyan Miss M. Parker

Local Showground Hosts Youth Sports and Evening Exhibitions

The showground's morning events drew a decent crowd with children competing in a range of races and novelty contests. Afternoon features included a wrestling bout at the stadium, musical bands, and a playful display on Roman Rings, with a chivalry moment highlighted during the Play Race.

C. Swann Hoye G. Swann J. Mekecinto Jt. Connelly Miss Swann Masters C. Gribble Ql J. Tharrington Manly Wifresen Akittlen Enthusiam Athera J. Dunne Lottie Southwell J. Harman J. Southwell Mise B. Lee Miles Elwood Nye Huckeron

Country Week Tennis Ends in Canberra Contests

The country week tennis carnival concluded with Canberra showing in most events though failing to advance in the main singles heats. Crowe and N Ridley reached the men's doubles final but lost to G. Jamdi and G. Williams.

Canberra Crowe N. Ridley GO. J.amdi Ib Williama Barraty Massey Murray M. Crowe Missfield Byrnes Misa Wilcox J. Ridley Hodges Ole Woodriff Fulton Cummings Gibson Kendall Freebody Brown Pennell I. F. Roche G. Grogan Ridley Walker Hemis Roche Grogan G.I G. R. Williams

Jeir Race Club Hosts District Meeting and Races

A successful Jeir Race Club meeting drew a wide road attendance from across the district. Racing ran smoothly with one re-run, including the Jeir Handicap where Landook placed third behind Magic Square and Landook in the Flying Handicap results showing Magic Square first.

Jetr Race Club Landrook Helme Laindook Mic Magic Equare

Local event day with concerts aids charity fund

Participants swapped places for comfort, praised by onlookers. Hot weather did not dampen interest as winners were greeted with applause. A concert party led by Mr. BL Wearne performed at vantage points, raising funds and bringing in a harvest of silver. The fund is understood to reach about £70.

BL Wearne Wave Vocal Muatca Offerte

Gun Licence Application Notice by Federal Capital Commission

Persons seeking a gun licence must apply to the Secretary of the Federal Capital Commission using a form provided on request. An application was obtained at the offices of the Federal Capital Commission, with dated stamp January 17, 1027. Signed by C. S. Daley, Secretary.

Federal Capital Commission Daley Federal Capital Comon Commonwealth of Australia Hilliards and Bagatelle Plate New South Wales Commonwealth of Astralia Ttla

Heenzo Cough Remedy Promises Cheap Relief

An old advertisement touts Heenzo cough mixture as a cheap remedy costing two shillings for a bottle’s worth when diluted with water. It claims eight bottles’ worth of fincal quality cough medicine from one bottle, suitable for all ages and easy on the stomach. Heenzo is offered at one shilling per bottle, marketed as pure and gentle. The add also sells Heenzo Cough Diamonds at one penny per tin as the best aid for chest and throat.

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