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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 10, 1933
Page
3
Canberra edged a tense match against a rival side in a massy cup contest. Key plays saw Rowley, McIntyre, and Guthrie convert penalties and tries while Briele and Grimes contributed crucial scores. The home team maintained pressure, repelling late challenges as Gourbyan’s penalty sealed the 9-0 halftime lead, with final lineups and substitutions noted as the Canberra squad held firm.
Reports from Canberra note mixed reaction to the recent cup draw with talks of a rematch as teams prepare for the third round. Officials and patrons praise the current matchup while eyeing potential venues and dates for the next encounter amid ongoing cup interest in Massy Cuppling events.
An item details a proposed bridge project with an estimated cost of 75 million dollars. The plan calls for a main span of about 808 feet above water and a high approach, linking two regions with a new transportation corridor.
Northbourne dominates the A grade in the penmant tennis meet, with Nish and Bryant in strong form for the victors. Action tight as Acton falls by one game, and Northbourne wins multiple rubbers across key matchups, including Reid and Rad wed Robinson 4-1 and Gikwons with Nishy Coyle 34-4.
The Yarrowlumla Shire Council refuses to cooperate with Tumburra Shire Council on a new road from Tumbarumba to Yarrangobilly linking Mo Roaroa highway. Officials argue the Brindabellas-Coolumin route should be repaired instead while weighing regional benefits. President T F Kelly questions the proposal, urging careful review before advancing any plan.
Crockwell beat Goulburn to retain the Carr Cup in a close match. Gate receipts topped £120 as Crockwell led 10 to 8 at the final whistle. Horan of Goulburn was sent off after a heated second half.
At Cooma yesterday the All Blacks fell to Adaminaby by nine points in a reversal after a prior brilliant performance. The Tooth Cup result highlights a dip in form for Cooma as Adaminaby claimed the win.
At the Capitol Theatre in Vienna on Saturday a screen showing offered a mixed program. The Hapaburge epic faltered in its storytelling despite strong performances by Dian Wynyard and Julia Marrsmore. The other feature A Lady's Portrait suffered from American production quirks but still drew praise. Roland Young and Alison Skipworth shone in Gea Apidera while Michael and Mary was billed for midweek screening.
The Royal Canberra Golf Club held a Saturday 4 silver spoon competition with six entrants. Lady winner card returned two up. Notable cards included C. Line two up, C Tekner 18 one up, Pareker and Murphy two down, and several others with mixed results across a field of competitors.
The Saturday rugby match at Manuka Oval ended 14 0 with Motoneia defeating North City amid a tense, error heavy contest. Key moments included Molonglo and Matongio forwards testing defense, forwards Colquhoun and Dovey linking well on attack, Kerridge scoring a try and Mears setting a strong example for the team.
Hall and East-West contest described as dominated by Trail’s superior experience and tactics. Hall gains a runaway 41 point lead amid unclear scoring notes with Gribbie at 42 and mentions of L. Hall Shvihwell Curren Jordan Ball Globe Boyd and others.
Canberra defeated Gunderoo 5 to 0 in a Saturday match at Gundereg with Calbert and Ri among scorers. Young scored twice after midfield work, Chariton added a third, and Wilson delivered a late corner and a precise shot for the final tally as Canberra’s defence held firm.
In a junior match at York Park ground Duniroon faced Koskaburras who dominated play leading to a four nil victory. The contest featured tight defense and quick counterattacks from the home side while Duniroon struggled to convert chances.
Heth Canberra bowling club reports its greens are prepared for play while the green at Parliament House is made available for Saturday matches. Results from Pax Ray watermoon games show Pris Briton and Francis 22d, with Chaos man d Arcs Boner yttie 70 and Waneh Yale Waterman 27d. Rain Wallace Westherston 18. Gang 1 defeats Brown 2.
Queanbeyan Burar Club engagement at Queanbeyan Park produced a 2 1 victory for Seven over the home side. Visitors dominated early but failed to convert chances until late in the half. Meeks converted a second half penalty after Kingston set up a long-range effort, while Queanbeyan pressed hard but could not overturn the deficit.
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