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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jul 15, 1939

Page

6

Queanbeyan cycling handicap for Bookmakers Purse

The Queanbeyan Club holds a two mile handicap for the Bookmakers' Purse with junior entrants. McAleer Rogers and Staplow appear strong, Brill shows good form for fastest time, adverse conditions may hinder markers. A four week junior competition is planned, requiring at least five riders. Senior event details follow with Gotatinepe noted.

Quosmbeyan Torrow McAleer Rogers Staplow Brill Kiuon Qi Sn Ford

Canberra versus Braidwood in charity rugby league match

A rugby league day at Queanbeyan features a Reserve Grade clash between Canberra and Braidwood at 2 pm as a prelude to a charity game. Canberra and Queanbeyan cup teams have byes. many local matchups and player lists are noted, with remaining reserves set to travel.

Canberra Vr Braidwood Queanbeyan Canberra Goulburn Eee Minesa Berrima I. Yuss Gapenin Queape Queape Sais Flat Woebeyan Taln's Fist J. Ganderra T. Geibble W. Meehan H. Rebbie G. Osbean T. Ober C. Fisher L. O'Brien C. Joes D. Jokmaton E. Smith W. Hunter R. Day Mmbio

Challenge Football Rivalry Between Batt and Construction Teams

Fragmentary text describes a challenge football rivalry, mentioning battles between Batt eoneg and construction peers, unclear location and dates, with stray numbers and a settee reference. The readable portions suggest a competitive match or series launching in a general region.

Queanbeyan Convent Unbeaten in Primary Rugby Union

Queanbeyan Convent remain unbeaten after yesterday's Primary Mongols Rugry Union matches. Read and Macy starred for Teppes Park with Dixon and Wyreher also noted. A neck injury to Veut ends the report.

Queanbeyan Casivent Bekool Mongols Rugry Union Yest Arday Wirris Atood Apmcar Reid Macy rTeppes Park Dixon Faeory Wyreher Eles Veut Deaaure

Varsity Backline Strength Shapes Semi Final Hopes

Rugby union report outlines four potential routes to the semi finals for University and Northern Suburbs. It highlights backline changes with Draper moving to wing, Dintock unavailable, and Casey or Carmedy covering. Webber likely out for Norths while Pert and Young are doubtful, with forwards reshuffled as Morton relies on Gardiner and McCue to unlock scoring chances.

University Iet Norths Set Pete Sve Draper Dintock Casey Carmedy Ber Webber Young Pert Harviger Forwa Lynch

Premiership clash and lineup shifts for Dun gainet

The report outlines expected selections and injuries for the premiership race. Key players McGrath, raphord, and Tur are unavailable or returning, with Harker replacing Turner Easiz in the forwards. West and Coleman feature for Easts as Brooker, Daw son, and Hart miss the mat on.

Mastarn Savere Dungainet AMC Alde McGrath Baste RMC Maskell Webb Gresigtth Brench Midridge West Easts Coleman Éasta Leech Hia

Miss Jean Howarth Injured During Stage Incident

Australian actress Miss Jean Howarth suffered a fall during a scene in the play Good Morn ing, it and received medical treatment for a thigh wound. She resumed her part on stage after the accident in Sydney.

Sydney Jean Howarth

Evictions Stay After Residents Refuse to Quit Homes

In Cornwall three houses faced eviction notices during repairs as residents barred windows and protested. police maintained order while the owner, Mr. V Dampvell, reported council orders to vacate. Hundreds gathered at dawn, complicating removal efforts amid the Rent Inquiry context.

Sydney Sud Rodinens Tauan V. Dampvell

Many Changes in Senior Teams for Today's Games

Football updates show influensa and injuries reshaping senior lineups. Acton hosts Queanbeyan while Manuka and Mines Rovers navigate selection doubts and promotions. Expected key players include Me bourne champion Pi and Dastiske, Maloney, Edling, with Myre and Moore among the recovery and absence scenarios.

Queas Acton Ae ‘Borra Manuka Oval Wogurng Mines Rovers Lisgrton Nemare Mulquinney Ima Ben Ima Ben Trasaferred To Wagan Une Intermedston Coleman Rand Bout W. Surv Art. Teptor J. ‘Ant Rent Loughrey Speentone Myre Ainglie Moore Mines Rovers Queanbeyan Manuka Alnssie

Railway strike divides unions on Mata kana Broken Hill line

National Union of Railway Men members were told not to strike and to stay ready for work as officers may call them. Union general secretary Mr Fletcher said arrangements were made by the Commissioner for Railways to approach the union and denounced the A R U boycott as futile and deceptive. About 25 traffic men at Menindie also ceased work in sympathy, signaling possible spread of the dispute.

Sydney National Union of Railway Matakana Broken Hill Neonal Union W. Fietcher Commissioner For Railways A.R.U Fletcher A.R. Paign Barrier Industrial Council Menindie It ‘Ly

Influenza Epidemic Strains Canberra Hospital

Canberra Hospital faces severe crowding as influenza rages. Eight patients have been defunded admitted, prompting government action. Authorities consider temporary accommodation at Causeway and arranging two nurses to attend patients. Dr Downes to examine possible transfer of capital equipment to temporary quarters.

Canberra Tam Ion Causeway Fryency Walla Porary Downes

Inquiry Into Naval Unrest Statement From Melbourne Office

A Melbourne statement notes that Defence Minister Street plans to personally examine recent published allegations of discontent within the naval forces. The Naval Board is to be consulted, with full confidence and loyalty expected from the squadron, and measures already prepared to address any identified issues.

Melbourne Ofice Defence Street Srna Ba ‘Trent Naval Board Aquiadren

Golf Championship Day Sees Ferrier Duo Fall Short

J Ferrier and Mrs Ferrier led after a 76 morning but slumped in the afternoon at Royal Sydney, losing to L Cohen and Mrs L W Hore who posted 82 and 17. Norman von Nida led the Lakes Open field with 73 and 74, while Babe Birdlakon appeared for the American contingent.

Sydney J. Ferrier Babe Bidrlakon George Zaharias Vou Nide W. Bolger M. Plekworth

Heavyweight Boxing Titles Clash in New York Ring

In a chaotic early report, plans for a heavyweight title fight in New York unfold with Bob Pastor reportedly facing an unnamed challenger. The event details are unclear amid scribbled notes and transcription errors, but the bout is positioned as a major winter match with promoter activity and boxing figures referenced.

Naval Winter Cruise Details Announced for Australian Navy

Details of the annual winter cruise were announced today for the Australian Navy. The HMAS Canberra will visit Port Moresby Darwin Dutch East Indies Premantle and HALA. It will also visit New Caledonia New Hebrides Brisbane Norfolk and Lord Howe Island.

Melbourne HMA Canberra Port Moresby Darwin Dutch East Indies Premantle Hala Aroey

Duntrogn Hunt Tomorrow at Local Grounds

A local hunting event is planned for tomorrow near the village. Organizers urge participants to arrive early and follow safety guidelines.

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