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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 16, 1938
Page
4
The Canberra Eisteddfod Society will run juvenile choir vocal instrumental and elocution sections at Albert Mall Canberra on August 5 6 with Mrs G Borland as adjudicator. Closing entries July 1. Participants should secure test pieces now from the school music teachers or Hon Secretary PG Bow 18.
An advertisement extols Dr Morse's Indian Root Pills as a cure for weakness and lack of vigor. It claims the remedy can open blocked health channels, restore blood flow, and bring heat, strength, and vitality to men and women, presenting it as a highly effective tonic.
A fragmentary notice credits Carl John Shakespeare with printing and publicising a Victorian era style company document in Canberra. The text mentions a private enterprise and a public posting context, with limited readable details on the event or exact dates.
Open verdict returned on the death of Martinmith 52, a schoolmaster from Manmore, who jumped in front of a Branmore train. Dr Edward Loxton offered the view the act may have been influenced by intoxication and not a deliberate suicide. Train driver Archibald Simpson said the act appeared deliberate. the court noted uncertainty whether it was self-inflicted or accidental.
A new international coordinating committee for wool promotion was formed by the International Won Secretariat and the International Wool Test organization. It will address technical economic matters and coordinate with national committees while studying wool pack marketing and promotion efforts.
Telopen Park Public School marks Magna Carta Day with a ceremony led by Headmaster Mr Pry. Students reenact key provisions as the nation’s charter is linked to constitutional freedom. Rugby, hockey and basketball results noted, including Telopen Park win over Queanbeyan and junior Cross activities.
Fragmentary notes recount a football match at Munuka Oval yesterday. Limited readable names include Union and Ure, with brief references to the interems and campus ads nearby. The garbled text hints at a in-town game, but specifics remain unclear.
The report covers guide notes and preparations for a wedding at the Presbyterian Church. It notes entries in the initial society, a request to bring ideas for Tenderfoot or Second Class work, and lists names connected to Canberra Grammar and Canverts. It describes a bridal party, Brown Owls and Seawales reactions, and the bride walking down the aisle in an ivory satin gown.
The Canberra High junior game saw Grammar lose 14 8 as High dominated the early play. Chaucer and Colwell struck tries for High while Grammar rallied with a late surge, then High extended their advantage and sealed the win with strong forward play and timely scoring in the second half.
Scout notes recount Friday June 19 at Camp Wideneane with wood gathering at 7 4 p m. Rear of troop noted present. one boy missing. Everyone carried biscuits. campfire cheery. Activities included cocoa, scouting work, and plans for Second Class work. Court of Honour held. next Friday games night announced. Weather calm, several scouts enjoyed bike trips. new fireplace being installed. upcoming events and welcome for new recruits.
The King will unveil Australia’s National Memorial at Villers-Bretonneux on July 1 with ex AIF servicemen in civilian dress and medals. General Maclagan to lead later. Lon Birdwood unavailable. Returned Sailors and Soldiers Imperial League of Australia to be represented by Cornel Rows Jacob carrying ribbons from Australian graves in the cemetery.
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