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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jun 06, 1938

Page

2

Local A Grade Pennant Stocks Lead as Kingston Upsets Leaders

In A Grade matches on Saturday top teams won, with three teams tied for second in A Mixed. Kingston I defeated Reid II in C Mixed. Results show Forrest and Barton strong in A Grade while Reid I and Northbourne contest spreads in Mixed and Division play across Ginninderra and Kingston teams.

Kingston I Reid II Toms J. Crawley Mia. Hughson Misa Bryan Peirce Hudson Morris Miss Clydesdale Miss Bryan Reid Yarraluma Bell and Gilchrist Weaver Quigg Reynelis Lee Tukinson Israel Reynolds Barton Forrest Wreetangerra Ainslie T Kingston Southwell Pettifer Mayo Woodger Mra. Smith Mra Gowing Reid I Wectangerrna Yarralurmia I Reid TI Fratiake Braddon T Yarraluffila TE Griffith Ainslie TI Lefeat Il Northbourne Yarralumia Forrest I Fastlake Ainslie TL Griffith II Roetil TI Braddon I Weetangerra II Braddon IT Griffith IT Forrest Iti Forrest II Kingston II Weetangerra I

Franklin burial notice for Annie Prenklin of Queanbeyan

Annie Prenklin of Park Street Queanbeyan dies aged 61. Her sons Joe May George Les Amy Ivy and Ruby invite to funeral at Christ Church Queanbeyan at 4 pm this day. Interment in the Church of England cemetery old portion. By request no flowers Mason Bros.

Pranklin Daugh Park Street Thomas Franklin Brinidabella ‘Station Joe May George Les Amy Ivy Ruby Franklin Annie Prenklin Park Street Queanbeyan Christ Church Church of England

Weather Data for Canberra and Surroundings

Cantberra weather report shows barometer readings from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. with pressures around 30.20 to 30.28 inches and temperatures ranging from 35.8 to 63 degrees. Wind shifts noted from E to N.E and N to NW across the day with varying times and directions.

Canberra N.W

YWCA Defeats Queanbeyan Seniors in Women’s Hockey Match

In Acton on Saturday the YWCA women beat Queanbeyan Seniors 4 1 with M Lucius scoring three times and D Stokes once. N Butries made key saves as YWCA led 3 1 at halftime and extended to 4 1 in the second half. L Rowley starred for Queanbeyan. Hall defeated Kingston 6 1 in another game with E Southwell scoring three. Tel opea School edged Ex Students then drew breathless at times as both sides showed improvement. Umpiring lectures led by Miss Tillyard start at YWCA. Goulburn carnival team to be chosen from list of players with practice next Saturday.

Y.W.C.A Queanbeyan M. Lucius W.C.A V. Hart N. Buttries L. Rowley D. Stokes D. Hart HALL Kingston E. Southwell J. Bale M. Borrowman E. O'Brien Telopea School Acore Waa I. McFeeters Jett L. Garrett Eix-Student PF. de Smet V. da Smet D. Cox B. Heffernan K. Dorsett M. Jett A. Corcoran Queanberan Boorawa Kunipuway J. Cranston Exis Boorowa Quean- Nowa Rowiy Norkonm Booroww G. Day Corcoran Neer Rowley Koorewa Kay Pengity Gueanbeyan Boorswa Wo Pola Tecum Brandon Pm Royal Bourowa O Leary Killiby Day

Canberra Forecast: Isolated Showers Mostly Fine with Strong Winds

Canberra forecast shows tendency to isolated showers in the south while the rest remains mainly fine under cloud. expect fresh to squally north west to west winds.

Drought Problems and Calls for Fodder Conservation

The piece notes a severe drought across New South Wales with mass sheep deaths and rising fodder costs. It credits late May rain for relief, urges fodder storage and safe stocking, and cites Sir Frederick McMaster on overstocking and its dangers to water, soil, and future wool wealth.

New South Wales North Coast Riverina Sydney Richmond River North Coast District Charles Cameron Kingston South Australia Commonwealth Australia Frederick McMaster Frederick Dalkeith

Catholic Ball at Albert Hall Planned as Grand Event

Final arrangements for the Catholic Ball at the Albert Hall next Thursday evening are complete. The event will be attended by Commonwealth Administrator Lord Huntingfield and Lady Huntingfield. Debutantes will be presented at 8 30 p m and a formal supper will be served. Special transport will depart the Hall to Amalie and Kingston with music by Les Pogson and his band.

Albert Hall Commonwealth Lord Huntingfeld Amalie Kingston Les Pogson

Rugby Union Team for Sydney

Southern Monaro’s first XV to tour Sydney after a wartime absence, with Donohue and Quadling surprising selections. Denehy shifts to five-eighth and Dawson captains the forwards as the "Possibles" beat the "Probables" 4-3 at half time, culminating in a lively display of passing and teamwork before page 4 continues.

Rugby Union Monaro District Sydney F.C.T. Rugby Union Metropolie Duntroon Oval Donohue Quadling Easta Denehy Norths A. F. O'Rourke J. D. Donohue University F. G. Hastett Royal Military College W. Co T Foley Rm.c W . McCue Uni C. G. Smith Northern Suburbs J. EF. Denehy R. B. Dawson F.M.C R. N. Moore Northa EL L. Dawson R. T. Eldridge R.M.C G. Wo Quoadline Eastern Suburbs N. R. McLeod J. Hill Masta R. FE. Wari ¢Northai M. Pinkney Ted L. Rain C Bird F. G Hagsett W. C. T. Foley R. BL Dawson RMAC M Moore G. E. L. Dawsor K. Deamond FR. McLeod G. ©. Whinsor Easts A. E. Ward F. M. Pinkney RR. T. Eldridge Desmond L. F. Brooker R-M.c Smith

Canberra’s Calling You Song of a New Capital

Poem by Jack Lumadaine celebrates Canberra as Australia’s出生 capital. It extols a vast sunlit landscape, green plains, gardens, and fragrant mornings, praising the Commonwealth’s new home born from God’s earth and a jewel set in pristine beauty.

Southlands Commonwealth Australia Mear Canberra

2CA Studio Opens With Social Evening in Canberra

The Canberra broadcasting community celebrated the launch of 2CA studios with a social evening at Broadcasting House. Canberra artists and staff performed in the theatrette, followed by supper and dancing, as Miss Barbara Oakley was named Personality Girl. Attendees included C Ogilvie and C B Sharp, with staff introductions and a showcase of radio entertainment and a live play production.

2CA Canberra Broadcasting House Racin Barbara Oakley C Ogilvie Canberra Broadcasters Ltd C. 8. Sharp Td We Theatrette Moesars Bassett Bert Love W. Heth- Pikeron Paul Daley Daley Mariner 4 Jack Davey Jock Lumsdaline Jock Lumadaine May Webster Studdio Wyn Gilmour Rade Women’s Club Morris Power Phil Furley A. J. Ryan 2C A Commonwealth

Queanbeyan Rout Boorowa in Rugby League Thriller

Queanbeyan defeats Boorowa 42 to 12 with Corcoran converting multiple tries. Day breaks through for a try, Rowley and Killiby add points, and Boorowa rallies briefly with penalties and a late surge before Queanbeyan seals the win.

Spy hunt advances with captains and designer arrests

There were new developments in the spy hunt as two German steamship captains were arrested and a one armed designer of United States Naval destroyers was detained amid ongoing investigations in New York.

New York Unite States

Goulburn Beats Canberra in Carr Cup Match

Goulburn defeated Canberra 16 to 4 in the Carr Cup at Goulburn yesterday. A special train carried about 250 spectators and gate takings reached £105. At halftime Canberra trailed 6-4, but Goulburn dominated the second half as Canberra’s three-quarter line faltered. Boagy and Fisher converted Canberra penalties.

Goulburn Canberra A. Boagy C. Fisher

Lady Huntingfield Attends Divine Service at St John’s Canberra

Her Excellency Lady Huntingfield accompanied by Miss Hermione Pott attended the morning service at St John’s church in Canberra yesterday.

Lady Huntingfield Hermione Pott St. John's Church Canberra

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