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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 28, 1935
Page
2
Fragmentary notice from The Canberra Times listing delivery rate details and an apparent advertisement for a commonwealth service. The readable portions mention Fred Witsin and advance payment terms with unclear context.
Royal Canberra Chub delivers a bold move in a tight field at a national event. Risbardie TH shows speed and agility, clocking strong times as spectators cheer.
In a period piece tone the report notes Shield and Cup Matchen, a local event, though details are fragmented. Mentors of warch and unions are referenced as reacting to the upcoming contest with cautious optimism and guarded planning.
An obituary notes the passing of James Mi Jom, formerly of the Jordan Defence, on a Saturday in Quambarre. The record references his last age and ties to the conflict era, with scarce legible details remaining.
A London deputation criticized Soviet actions and executions tied to the Kirov murder. The Soviet ambassador urged stronger anti terrorism measures, while Maxim Gorki defended harsh methods. The piece discusses Stalin era policy and the threat to individual freedom under tyranny.
A fragmented bowling report lists players such as Minka, Jave, Lamb, Brack, Rayage, Wade, Licks, Martin, Trafford, D Arcy and others. It references practice results since the previous week and mentions team members in a vague, non-specific summary.
Brack defeats Martin 21-19 as New South Wales brushes Victoria in a late round of the Garden City bowls contest. Brack secured the pivotal ends with three bowls, lifting into the quarter finals alongside Darcy, while Sydney's play racked up tight scores and lingering rivalry amid variable conditions.
The Canberra Burns Club and Highland Society hosted a memorial ceremony for Burns with speeches by James Murdoch and others. Leaders praised Burns for humanity and wisdom. a memorial statue in Canberra was unveiled, and a framed photograph was presented. Attendees urged national unity and a bold vision for Australia’s future in a Commonwealth context.
A Canberra church service at St Andrew's Cathedral featured Rev. C. E. Purnbull preaching on genuine prayer. The talk contrasted private and corporate prayer, stressing family worship led by a father as home priest, and cited Jesus' warnings against hypocritical prayer. The piece notes support for nationalist aims, a library project, and a musical program by the Dulwich Hi Pine Band.
Canberra club skaters competed in a Saturday practice on the green with teams led by Mainnes Weatherston Jones and Me Kinsey winning 22 to 2 with Mendes MacFarlane Waterman and Cee. The day showcased rinks champions from Weatherston Johnstone Gunn Crease and Cottingham Byrnes Cook, with weather delays and a scheduled 9 am start for the championship tied to the Porcest series. Kenmore’s absence noted. draw announced for second round, Canberra to face Hewes in a single handed and rink events, with six skaters named for the City friendly.
The carnival draw lists singles, pairs, and rink championships with rounds and matchups. Cities Canberra City Cooma Goulburn Kenmore and Tane appear in various rink positions, with byes noted and finals set on specific rinks.
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