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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jul 26, 1927

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Lorry Crash In Raw Wk Street Leaves Driver Injured

A motor lorry collided at Interiniee Avenue near the Grorrentreet junction in Raw Wk this morning. Driver Mowers Arona and DeReily were not behind the wheel. Joe Ingur Boney and Henry Reilley were among others involved as a Chevrolet truck was damaged near the southern side bridge. M Donald, driver of the lorry, was warned and the vehicle veered toward the pier.

Ris Mioter Ingwi Interiniee Avenue Ahir Morming Renry Reilley Grorrentreet Quamtbeyan Iain Panterrt Hompstar Joe Ingur Boney Elshayis Avenue O'Elock Amd Chevroteriners Mowers Arona DeReily J. ML Mdonald Cormoway nWin Interbike Avene Mmail

Two Up Sunday Raid Shocks Westlake Crowd

A chaotic Sunday incident at Westlake ends with a police stop after a mêlée involving Wert Cook and others. Confusion erupts as bystanders flee, and authorities secure the scene while noting the event’s unsettling disturbances, with one person described as showing fealty to a local figure as the crowd disperses.

French firm in talks over extensive regional buyout

The article notes that a prominent French company, its agents, and a German syndicate discussed a large regional acquisition. Negotiations with a popular faction faltered amid objections, and a second consortium emerged seeking to purchase the entire entity, signaling a complex, multi-party deal affecting local industry.

Man electrocuted at Mugga Quarry

Canberra report details the death of George Builivan an electrician at Mugga Quarry after a 414 volt shock. The incident occurred around 4 o clock with coworkers nearby. An inquiry by District Coroner John Caley will be held at Canberra Hospital tomorrow evening.

Ione Deuurd Kleeteteat Bullivan Fenda Howl Rentog Coranor John Caley Canberra

Rugby League District Competition Outcomes

West Queanbeyan edged Duntroon by one point at Queanbeyan while Molonglo edged Wentridac by a single point at Manuka. Tigers had a bye. West Queanbeyan’s win featured Burke’s try and Kearney’s kick. Molonglo’s narrow victory saw Howell and Patterson score for the winners with Colquhoun and J Way contributing.

Satunday West Queanbeyan Duntroon Queanbeyan Molonglo Wentridac Manuku Tigers Hall Canherm Burke Kearney Urtey Gouin Truntioon Avin Moon Hurney Matseel Grant O'Own J. Wooney Wei Wem Mutleback Keyrney Bouthwell Gapl Wullnrwon Bollenum Bor Dve-Siehth Anprhilt Appleton O'Brien Brown Oru Fame J Hammorit Haxaclo Duntroda Cooney Coonhy Davin O'Cama J Butlinston Tuif He Kock Holme Kedington Kelly Taylor Hurley Ryce Alee Motongla Iulial Wentridice Molonnla Westridge Howell Patterson J. Colquhoun Mi Horan di Haterinaton Threequariars Gorton A. Captin Wrown Cover

Council approves limited parking fee request for foothill match series

An application by Mr Addison secretary of the Federal Territory and District Rugby League sought permission to raise parking charges for nine foothill matches from August to September 24. The council informed him that Warrical would manage Saturday parking but could not grant other dates, though future date applications may be considered if not too far ahead.

Uembeyan Council Addison Federal Territory Dstrict Rugby League Adniexion Autardiy Juat Mimaar Havill Bath Ridwell Mure Daxwar Hatuntay Miawald Tipvill

Eastlake Gorman Cup Title Retained Amid Narrow Doubles Loss

Eastlake retained the Gorman Cup as Northbourne’s bid failed in a tight round of men’s and mixed doubles at the Eastlake courts. Entries featured Canberra, Watt, and Car Mall with several close sets and a final mixed doubles showing mixed results before Eastlake clinched the trophy in a close contest.

Acaatlake Wan Menin Auccoufut Ratinlay Mateh Mavon Camborne Watt Eastlake Courts Tastlake Canberra Buxtlake Indies Marta Piggpatrick Amishana Carnal Martin Aot Wianatri Yi Moyme Amy Hunsterford Fionand Munden Towa Ana Hungerford Fivon Att Heth

Rivalry flares as match halted over heated language

At a Saturday Woolball Association meeting a Muonglo versus Burns clash was stopped by the referee after a bitter argument. Both clubs faced warnings and potential penalties as officials discussed conduct, with calls to form a subscommittee to curb future incidents.

Kidewell Vontinus Mtr Hida Woll Burns Molonial Ridawell Hwane Ridewell Woon Chomen Burns Club Ee Bs Ce May Uo Mtr da Jagan Teterad

Divorce figures rise in twenties states survey

A fragmented report shows divorce rising in 24 states with a ratio near one divorce per 422 marriages in 4028, up from 7.26 marriages per divorce the year before. The survey notes more men married for longer and cites legal changes affecting marriage life and timing. Meanwhile a Canberra Queanbeyan meeting discusses ground widening for a soccer field after deeming the current ground too narrow.

Stati America Durin Alyores Leena IV Kolo Marrugy Livone Marriag

Early Snow With Light Dusting Over Region

A fragment reports a light Sunday snowfall on Mt Ainge with grey powder fading to drizzle. To the northeast a intermittent winter wind brought brief hail. a half inch estimate of snow fell in parts of the territory. Morning sun eroded the crown of snow by noon, with observers noting the scene looked pleasant rather than severe.

Mleoke Rovers Mame Awang Wathenty Rovers Sual TL Hawke Aniacotia Forpy Ravera Mt. Ainge

Telegraphic Train Telephony Trials Reported

A fragment describes experiments with telephones on moving trains, outlining rail wiring, instrument installation, and automatic warnings to drivers. It notes a station or line setup at Stratford on Avon and Midland Junction, with proposed safety and signaling integrations.

Stratford-on-Avon Midland Junction Mallway Mitra Tien Fesal Bane Ameter Usui Gaila

Air Force buys thirty new machines for training

Air Force acquires thirty new trainer machines to strengthen Australia’s air power. Four types include amphibious and coastal models. Wing Commander 2. Calle to return to Aubrufie in December to resume senior Air Force duties, focusing on training and instruction of pilots.

Han Calle Aubrufie Tréenula Woit Air Bank Air Force

Night Collision near Uriarra Road in Migid area

A late Saturday collision on Uriarra Road between Cantera and Queanbeyan caused a car roll and serious damage to a Whippet and Muizen vehicle. The front of the Whinnet sustained heavy damage. one driver sustained facial injuries, another driver escaped harm. No other vehicles were reported damaged.

Uriarra Cantera Queanheyar Muizen Riverbourns Willan Wewardn Queanbsyan W. Banon Oman Beater Geeres

Night arrest shocks Whit at Constable Boltrall duty

In Friday night events at the Rew block of CommunwanitR, Whit Boltrall on duty observed a man moving in the dark of the building. The man was detained and found in possession of two quantities of unspecified electric items. Verton Jann appeared at Queanbeyan Matos Court on Saturday morning on shares of having possession.

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Canberra Weather Record Features July 30 Update

July reports show Canberra weather data with a focus on current year readings. The notice lists calendar dates and recurring notes about record tracking and forecast adjustments for local conditions.

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