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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 13, 1931
Page
2
Fragmentary text references shifts from freehold to leasehold and new land values adopted for 192 i. Government claims ratepayers and ratepayer groups contest inflated assessments. Context suggests a local government or valuation reform dispute with contested valuations and fiscal impact.
Disjointed OCR text references executive matters and a sitting related to the southern portion of a territory. The readable clues include terms like Canberra and territory, with scattered phrases about consideration and construction but no clear event, date, or named individuals beyond generic references.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a marathon or long race with athletes named Collins Woods Murphy Len and Dunn. Mentions results like 18/20 and 6/4 with scores or times, references to a winner by a margin and remarks about Woodlands Collins Dunn.
The fragmentary text mentions Canberra and monthly concerns but lacks clear facts or events to summarize into a full news item with names, places, or dates.
Fragmentary OCR notes mention a large demonstration with unclear references. Key terms include peace and protest, but names, places, and dates are unreadable.
Damaged OCR fragment mentions a police or court matter with unclear details and names. Readable parts indicate an incident or action but lack concrete facts, dates, or involved parties.
A fragment discusses experimental methods from the Cornelia Entomological Laboratory in Crinberr on repellents and obscurants to attract insects. It notes attempts to predict orchard moth infestations and prevent outbreaks through chemical means and timing.
Fragmentary OCR notes mention Mulhearn near top with a 20 and Sibson in a golf context. Other names include Be Sibson, Coe Whitley and Je Wallace, with scattered numbers and an unclear course reference. The passage lacks full structure or results.
An OCR text fragment reports a tennis set with unusual punctuation and stray names. The readable portion mentions a set score and players but lacks clear structure or complete results. The item appears to be a low-quality transcription of a tennis match summary.
A fragmentary historic report notes ongoing scientific investigations in Australia. It mentions J Daly and Professor Prescott discussing bulletins from search divisions and a Waite Institute connection. The text references the Commonwealth Council relations with universities and outlines cautious progress toward public reporting and evaluation.
A stream of fragmented fragments discussing spiritual ideas, brotherhood, divine indwelling, and historical societies. The text references God’s Spirit, kingdoms, and the Great Orders, with musings on humanity, truth, and evolving belief through time.
Fragmentary OCR text shows names Bowne Chip Charlton Hornye Mill Goode in a bowling context with unclear roles or event details. No clear outcome, place, or date is readable.
The Canvorra Croquet Club held its yearly meeting on Saturday at Ohgbys Houae. Members attended as the report outlined finances tournaments and upcoming events.
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