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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 30, 1932
Page
4
The carnival at Kangaroo town gears up with preparations starting Monday for a grand 2.15 pm parade at the town hall. Festivities include a grand ball at the Albert Hotel, with饮 local bands and the old time Midland theme.
Canbertla Club announces a rink tournament with a schedule of players including Metines McDonald Tinto and McHinnteyrs Tobler MeMert Weisirman Tone paviteens Trevainigay Minny Monn Wille Chubb Mule Weathers ton Horan Chalmers Perry Prancis Kolth Grey Crome Charlton Minton Waward Ellie Smallhorn Atyun Welet Priev Bolter.
The divorce case before Justice Owen, occupying attention for weeks last year, will proceed over the coming fortnight. It was announced today that a conclusion may come within a day or two after proceedings resume, following a period of law narration and expected evidence.
A council declined to entertain the Tin Hare application by the Greyhound Course Association Ltd for a showground greyhound racing permit. The decision halted the proposed operation at the Sydney Showground.
A garbled account hints a painter named Teddy John turning to boxing after deserting a paint brand. He reportedly earned money from bouts to fund painting while dreaming of life as an artist.
Report details a meteorological romance linked to Tudapent, highlighting Margit Viktorin in Hungary and a staff at the Budap Meteorological Society. It describes fieldwork on a nearby mountain, an ascent to a peak, and a celebratory event aboard a vessel near the location.
A long readers letter from Canberra raises concerns about youth behavior at public baths and calls for better oversight. The writer critiques horseplay by youths and urges appointed guardians to maintain order, arguing for safer swimming and responsible decorum among the community.
Fragmentary OCR text references wartime conduct, traffic rules in Canberra, vehicle membership, and safety regulations. Named items include a club, a Ceciberra Timea group, and mentions of war distractions. Reading remains incoherent with multiple garbled phrases and missing context.
Fragmented cricket report shows round eight results with players and teams listed in a rough ledger. Mentions Kingston Avton Northbourne Manuka Queanbeyan Kingaroy Atom and Manuka scores, with several unclear names and partial pairings in a dusty local fixture recap.
An Australian carnival at Canberra Baths features swimming contests including a 440 yard dash, open diving for men and women, and a handicap event. Gordon of Goulburn defends his title against W Dean in a 1 COD neminat all-Cometry, while local swimmers aim to beat the visiting Dean team.
The CommonwesNn Bank Based diverted today that the exchange shawk! remain unchanged for the next week.
Friday report states Joseph McConnell fell about 40 feet from a flat roof at Darlinghurst and Alliance, later dying in hospital. The incident occurred yesterday and police are investigating the death.
In London Thurming hours ended with the Landrum Davin billiards match concluding. Scores show a 7,000 total points with a 1.276 break and 37 percent. Lindrum listed with 2,144 points including notable breaks. The report notes Cunmisiehed performance details.
WITCH DOCTOR'S CRAFT describes witch-doctors in Howth Africa pursuing a charter to practice medicine and surgery amid limits on who may treat. The piece notes contention over healing methods and a potential shift allowing certain native practitioners to treat wounds and broken bones while other magic remains barred.
The text laments law and order failures and predicts more suspects slipping through. It imagines a driver being booked for minor offenses and references policemen and undertakers. It hints at a looming confrontation as night deepens and clink rules are enforced.
The Morticultural Society of Cation De yunking hosts a summer show amid dry weather concerns. Exhibits praised for quality and variety, with the secretary inviting participation from Mount Canberra and nearby towns to bolster the event and meet entry requirements.
Gardeners confront Rutherglen bugs and related pests threatening Pho Tenehneryten Qube area crops. Reports describe control methods using kerosene and water mixtures, ash or soap sprays, and caution about plant contact. Observers note weekly breeding cycles and the need for timely application to prevent widespread damage.
A note outlines planting timing from February to April for early spring work. Advises mulching and soil prep, with mentions of crops like cauliflower and beans, and plans for winter prep and garden bed setup. References a forthcoming exhibition and garden activities for the season.
Coroner's inquiry into the death of Rocko Trimarni farmer was adjourned until February 12. Detective Matthews testified the inquiry faces a new turn and it would be improper to state when a summation may occur.
An Australian doctor, named in a murky OCR fragment, is reportedly facing charges connected to alleged fraud involving offshore sailings and a questionable financial scheme. Details are unclear due to text corruption.
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