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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 08, 1936
Page
2
Proprietor announces subscription rates for the Australian company. The notice lists address at Morth Street Canberra with a contact phone. Rates shown include 42 per year and 40 per six months.
A fragmented weather note for Canberra shows barometer readings around 4030 India and 9 am temperatures near 294 degrees with a 39.8 reading later. Estimates of wind from the northeast, some minimums around 6 degrees, and multiple times listed. The text is inconsistent with garbled numbers and locale labels.
A long running quarrel within New South Wales Labour circles centers on control of the Labour Council and the management of 2KY. Lang supporters seek a special conference to resolve power strife while Garden faces expulsion but gains backing from Cook Electorate Council. Other party tensions surface in the Legislative Assembly amid clashes over education travel and public service policies.
A near sellout at Northbourne Oval saw Norths and Souths play to a dramatic 3-3 half time score and a late stalemate. Hobday saved Norths with a crucial penalty as Souits threatened, while McCosker and OBrien displayed strong ball work amid fierce rucking and bustling defence.
The Goulburn representative team lost to Wes Suburb in a high tempo match watched by about 1,000 spectators. Suburb led 18-14 at the final whistle as Goulburn pressed in a bid to equalize, with star half Percy Williams nursing recent injuries.
Queanbeyan edged Bowral in a high tempo match with multiple tries including a long run from near halfway by Grifthe and a late scoring surge. O Neill added conversions and penalties as Bowral pressed, but Queanbeyan repeatedly repelled attacks to seal a 19 to 14 victory.
Action-packed play features Freebody breaking through for a late try and O'Brien nearly scoring on a close run. Johnston intercepts near his own 20 to stall Norths and protect a tight scramble as McCoaker and Jowess push for late scores for Souths, with Brith and Ker ridge contributing in a defensive duel.
In London, Davin defeated Newman 7-0 at Tut Up seventh Cine as the proseasonal billiards event reached a decisive rally.
A tense weekend tennis event featured Reid I taking an early lead in the mixed grade, with close finishes in several matches. Barton beat Nordourne and Reid TH defeated Forrest II, while Braddon narrowly faced resistance from Temaped Park and other rivals as the competition showcased strong performances across multiple grade levels.
Dense listing of rowing results from a Northbourne and Burden club meet, naming numerous athletes, clubs, and scores. Key matchups include Reid, Morrie, Crawley, and Pengins with various defences and tight bouts across classes, plus extensive pairs and doubles results.
The Rev Fal Hoad preached at the Baptist Church last night that man’s deepest need is God not worldly pursuits. He quoted Augustine and urged reliance on Christian faith to harmonize science and morality, arguing that genuine fulfillment comes only through fellowship with God and following Jesus Christ.
A London report notes upcoming large art sales featuring engravings and paintings by Durer Holbein and Fransis, with noted prints and engravings offered by Rembewoil. The event, set for next month, promises notable works from medieval and early modern periods, including portraits and animal subjects.
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