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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 16, 1951
Page
2
Royals seek a win to stay in contention for a semi final spot after recent mixed results. Norths have drawn with Royals and edged past them in a previous Round at Duntroon, with a strong second half showing.
A Queanbeyan meeting addressed by Mr TG Carley discussed a Commonwealth backed referendum among growers on a plan to fund and control a nationwide wool industry scheme. Growers would manage production until potential changes, with participation from Australia, the United Kingdom, New Zealand, and South Africa. The vote, expected in about nine weeks, aims to shape future wool pricing and supply.
The Raster tournament will compete for the Jubilee Cup at Fuyal Canberra Golf Club today with players teeing off in threes in a near continuous stream from 30 am to 1 30 pm. The main trophy was donated by a former senior vice president of the club. A concurrent event titled Museums Vintage is set for competitors aged 60 and over. A tobacco-related prize derives from a former club member.
The tender from Groupba Australian Co. Ltd. for the manufacture delivery and erection of doors for strongrooms near Parliament House Canberra was accepted yesterday at a cost of £7,986.
Last night in the ACT table tennis event, Creds A CMLC A defeated Public Tubbera to secure a top result. The match showcased skilled rallies and close sets amid a quiet standings update for local clubs.
sYDemky Briday reports the Retail Traders Association will seek a reconsideration of the Prices Branch decision. Mr Grifen notes the policy is unfavourable and could harm margins on blankets and rugs. He says retailers may struggle to earn any profit and must decide whether to invest capital in unprofitable lines.
New South Wales contributed 2240 of Australia wide 6869 enlistments since last October. Navy drew 19, Army 804, and Air Force 580 from the state. General recruiting drive shows NSW as leading recruiter with strong interest since the start.
Lottery No. 2815 drawn today with main results including No. THT Keeland Re 6 Wayte c o pel Road Bankstown third No B6011 Alkali B Up Syndicate irs A Re Tenan 82 Northimberland St.
A brief report notes that firefighters contained a shop fire before the Cin Brigada arrived, preventing further damage. No injuries or additional details provided.
A chase near Ponce ends with two warning shots fired during a feud, a third bullet struck the suspect in the head. He was rushed to hospital but died after losing consciousness. Police say the events occurred near the polls as tensions escalated.
At Ascot this week top hatted book makers on the rails have been accepting shilling bets from visitors in the Royal Enclosure, a practice long avoided by insiders. Rich bettors mix with casual visitors amid guarded access and quiet wagering as rails observers report limited opportunities beyond the ring.
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