Betting Raid at Farm House Disguised Swagmen Charge Two Men
Two men dressed as swagmen were charged after a police raid on a farm four miles from Yan Road. They allegedly concealed their identities, listened in the house, cut telephone wires, and took a large number of bets including some from Canberra residents. Farm owner Omfoer Lynch, a former NSW investigator, aided the arrest. police from Canberra sent Constable Davies to the scene.
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Lynch
Canberra
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Davies
Campaign to include Larwood in fifth Test heats London
Newspapers push for Larwood selection as the fifth Test nears. The selectors deny any direct or indirect talks with him about playing. Reports say Notts fans and rumors swirl around Aud atvale and Manchester amid uncertainty. Larwood declines to comment when asked by the Sunday Times, while a crowd reaction is mixed and tense.
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London
Larwood
Bir
Stanley Lackson
Notte
Audtvale
Manchester
Australia Wins Davis Cup Singles Surprise at Wimbledon
In London on Saturday Australia swept two singles in the inter zone final, Crawford beating Shields 12-10 in a marathon opening set and McGrath defeating Wood 7-5 6-4. Crawford showed brilliant return and control while McGrath edged Wood before an ovation for the Australian victory.
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Wimbledon
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McGrath
United States
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Shields
U.S.A
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Mery
Bradman and Ponsford Set Record Test Partnership
Bradman and Ponsford built a stand of 388 in Leeds to end day four at 404 for four. Bradman remained 271 not out and Ponsford 181, as Australia stretched its first innings lead with a fearless, relentless display against England. The record partnership surpassed the previous 22-year mark, drawing a 35,000 strong crowd and reshaping the match dynamics.
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Ponford
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Poneford
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Continan
Fauc
Weatinens
Ney
Hopwood
Wrond
Bradman Shows Human Side as Harrogate Weighs Record
AP dispatch reports Bradman, alongside Bradman’s team at Harrogate, appears more human than in 1920 celebrations after Leeda success. He received many tributes with Ponsford while aiming for swift scoring to boost his record, prioritizing victory over caution.
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London
Harrogate
Bradman
Ponsford
Bradman’s dramatic return shines in press tributes
Tributes praise Bradman for a return to 1990 form as England endures a bad day but the day is hailed glorious by Lewis and many papers. Reports from Reynolda News and Sunday Times highlight his mastery and near 334 record ambitions amid praise from pundits and broadcasters.
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London
Bradman
Ponaford
Lewis
England
Eric
Evening Standard
Reynalda News
Bredman Eually
Pomi Brady
Kater
King's Prize at Bisley Won by Captain Barlow
Captain J A Barlow of the Wast Forumhire Regiment won the Sedgwick prize with 738 points at Bisley, securing the king’s prize in a keen shooting contest.
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Bisley
London
J. A. Barlow
Wast Forumhire Regiment
Sedgwick
Severe American Heat Wave Triggers High Deaths and Damages
A historic heat wave across the central United States caused numerous fatalities and extensive crop losses. Reports cite 235 deaths nationwide with Missouri at 65 and Nebraska crop damages near 136 million dollars. The event spanned northern borders into the central states with temperatures and power strain rising Friday into the weekend.
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United States
Missouri
Nebraska
Central States
Uae
Severe quakes in the south seas disrupt New Hebrides area
Professor Pi reports another intense earthquake in the south seas with epicenter about 7,500 miles from Hog land near New Hebrides and New Caledonia. The first shock struck at 7 99 0 nam, with the seismograph moving for hours. A second strong tremor at 12 80 p m was widely felt, about 6,000 miles from England. бірнеше big shocks in three and a half days, no prior Janett a snort period. Prices say Shaw predicts another wave may follow.
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London
Hogland
New Hebriden
New Caledonia
Rngland
Uere
Shaw Expects
Uda
Air Terminus project links Cootamundra to Empire air mails
A report from Air Terminus notes the Wederal Cabinet designating Cootamundra as Australia’s main air mail hub. Preparations include fencing of a long air strip, wiring borders, and lighting to secure the aerodrome. The direct Charleville route via Brisbane to Sydney reduces transit times, boosting mail speed to Melbourne Adelaide and beyond. Local proposals include a Melbourne to Cootamundra air race and hospitality for visiting aviators as homesteads offer access.
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Cootamundra
Australia
Empire Air Mails
Ritge Sven
Avutrada
Charleville-Cootamundis
Puol Butler
Thas
Maaila
Cootamaundra
Charteviis
Fedora
Itiverina
Mr. Nock
Aha
George Paaroe
Mimia
of Defence
Thel
Avro Club
Melbourne
Pastorallata
Cootemundra
Ax “ Ley Wis
Lo Sty
Civil Flying Freedoms Expanded in Britain
The Air Council accepted most recommendations of a committee studying civil aviation. It urged relaxed controls while maintaining safety. A compulsory third party insurance rule would apply to all operators. An air registration board is proposed from the joint aviation committee, Lloyds Register and the British Corporation Register to oversee airworthiness.
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London
Mathday
Air Council
Air Registration Board
Joint Aviation
Lloyd's Register
Floods Threaten Warsaw After Polish Flood Disaster
Floodwaters spread through low-lying areas of Poland including the capital as rescue efforts continue after a disaster that left nearly 200 dead. Evacuations are underway in Warsaw with authorities warning of further damage as wreckage and debris hamper recovery.
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Warsaw
Om Yastron
Poland
Sapital
Ino City
Trowaa
Massy Cup Match Canberra Triumphs Despite Injuries
Canberra dominates the Massy Cup match drawing with the Blues in a tense first half. Referee Williams officiated as injuries sidelined several key players. Canberra’s forceful defense and relentless attack kept the ball in Canberra territory for long stretches, earning a hard fought victory before a fair crowd with spectators noting the hosts’ perseverance and tactical resolve despite changes and disarray in recent times. The lineup included R Kay J Las T O Connor Dunn Swan R Mowby W Fol Fallipe, Brandon Bruen A O Brien Sean, with Hi Bourke among the challengers. (Continued on page 2.)
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Canberra
Blues
Fletener
Anberya
Iader
Morry
Boyte
San Montia
Strike Fatling Lorry Drivers End Work Stoppage
In San Francisco, longshoremen strike action weakened as 1188 lorry drivers voted to return to work unconditionally. They will handle goods from wharves previously refused, leaving only remaining unions and Market Street tramcar operators out. The WFLA Administrator General Johnson commented late today.
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San Francisco
San Francis
Associated Maritime Unions
Gtnet
WFLA
St Andrews Opening Service Set for September 22
Fragmented OCR notes describe a church ceremony at Ber Anarewis Cathedral with references to Canberrs communes Promylerian Church of ustratio n and shipowners facing pressures. Mentions Austretian militant Bridien and a push toward settlement, unclear names and dates.
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Ustration Farbar
Ber Anarewis
Tvate
Zse
Rdcgr
Dimeuk Len
Rudina
Eed
Bridien
Agreca
Arpiizetinn
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