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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 16, 1928
Page
3
In a rough edged match, Eastlake led early and held a two goal advantage over the opponent as Turnbull and Bastinkes scored for Eastlake. The game featured strong forward pressure from Kastinke and Martin with key plays from Fasthike and Pine Bond as the crowd watched a tense final quarter.
In a crowded program at Penne, Harvest Gold led the field in a close finish by a neck, with a length to the third. Valbee and Plonderer followed in a tight trio, time recorded as 1 12. The meeting included multiple races with long odds and varied jockeys showcasing notable performances.
In heavy rain at Moorefield on Saturday the racing program yielded winners across multiple divisions. Knight Errant won the two mile AVEDPLE race, with Tedwin and Chandonn among the top finishers, while other notable outcomes included Christoper in Juvenile Handicap and Markdennes in another sprint. The card also featured Nan Kourgan in the Moomennield MaDac event and various divisions of Welter and Monoclane handicaps with tight finishes and several long-odds contenders.
A fragment reports a couple marking seventy years of marriage with a community celebration. It mentions family members, neighbors, and local tributes, noting a death within the family and a long, shared life. The tone reflects a small town obituary-esque remembrance and social observance.
Notice under Section 6 o of the Liquor Call Odin amee 1028 stating the date of poll taking under the ordinance.
Waratah and Poder Rovers clashed in a drawn Richardson Cup match at the Ynciunbexcrn Oval. Waratahs won 8 points to 0 but the game was described as lacking form with rugged play and numerous referee decisions. Waratahs players included Archies and Kearney while Pedtera Rovers featured Stevens and Carpenter among others.
A large meteorite from the west reportedly fell recently near Jatin and burst into bright light. The explosion was not heard due to distance, but spectators were startled at the scene. Observers note possible fragments and wires or tinsel from the event. authorities expect debris from a deep space object.
The Canberra Times announces an employment offer to job seekers in Canberra and nearby Sunberg Queanbeyan area. Due to rising unemployment, the paper will publish ads from unemployed workers seeking positions at a rate of 40 per hundred words at its office between 10 and 11 a.m. Each ad should include name address and occupation sought, with payment due in advance. Aimed at filling work opportunities in Canberra and surrounding districts.
A fragmented report discusses 'Postponing Senility' and 'Wonders of Radium' with references to radiation, science talk, and gamey phrasing. The text mentions pills, powers, and scientific claims likely from a period newspaper, highlighting era curiosity about radium and health.
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