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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 29, 1932
Page
6
In Narranal Thurniny White Thomon Charlie sparked a petrol tank explosion near a dwelling. The ensuing fire damaged the house, burned Clanke and Magub, and caused furniture to be moved by neighbours. A number of articles and belongings were stolen or damaged in the blaze.
The monthly medal competition completed yesterday with Mrs Dickinson scoring 27 12 to win. Miss Rowe won a nett of 72 with 108 lean 86 but lost on the count back over the second nine holes. Other cards listed include Mims Hoerltt Smith and Bi a Peat with various scores. The next half weapon knock-out foursomes now has 18 entries. A club party is planned for Thursday evening as Mr and Mrs Johnston prepare to leave the Territory.
Only fifteen nominations were received for the Queanbeyan District Hospital and District Board of Directors. The board will continue with unchanged members except J Webb who did not seek re election. The annual meeting is scheduled for Thursday August 11 with a full board listed for the forthcoming year including Collett, L Webb, Deane, Fallick, Hammond, Hincksman, Hughes, Maxwell, Woodward and others.
In the opening club championship shoot at the new year event held at the hill range on Wednesday last, Taylor dropped only one point to score 49 and tie with C Gallagher and E Taylor on the et score. The match was at 100 yards in easy conditions with results listing H C Taylor Gallagher E Taylor G H Gregory E G Lewis J Charlton and Hy Stuckey.
In Gorford a courtroom clash arose when Judge Sheridan and barrister Mr William Simpson argued over a witness question. The judge ordered a constable to remove Simpson who complied after a hesitation. The judge later accepted Simpson's apology.
More than sixty couples attended the annual Church of England Ball in Michelago, described as the season’s most successful function. MC J J Moran and the Queanbeyan Hand orchestra provided entertainment. a charity supper run by local ladies was enjoyed. prizes for novelty events went to Mr and Mrs King, Monte Carlo waits. Mr Murray and Miss Bayley won a pot dance. The town may host a concert party under Wycombe or Wycombe Band auspices. A cold winter and wet winds affected play. a tennis tournament began, with matches damp and unfinished.
Following an allocation of funds, extensive repairs have been carried out on the roads to the Railway Station at Michelago. The original grant varied by council, with Leavie expenditure noted. Several unemployed workers gained work and another gang is due to start next week.
Our Queanbeyan correspondent reports that 14 net by D. Mefnnes, associate captain, led in the second round of the Land Raffles over 18 holes last Wednesday. The day’s results include Mina D. Mefnnes 10-28-14, Mrs. Jeremiah 8-22-17, Miss P. Melnnen 11-36-18. A meeting of all ladies interested is planned for the Hospital Ball at Albert Hall, Canberra.
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