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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 20, 1928
Page
5
Royal Commission Judge Scholes announced plans to recall Frank Anstey MP to question him about claims of being offered money. Court papers showed a newspaper article proof bearing Lambert’s approval, with Windeyer pressing for cautious handling as details emerged about campaign expenditures and potential pressures on MPs.
The weekly Can berr Peerrict Huby anewe meeting at The Social Service Rooms featured Al Chuky as representative and saw a motion split Group 4 vote. Talks covered President's Shield matches and league power, with strong opposition from Almalie and procedural maneuvers delaying final play. The first round concluded amid tower jolts and rising remarks, ending with a motion to sharpen the schedule.
A fragmented discussion on personal identity and social attire, mentioning fashion rules for dinner wear and the importance of personality in public life. It references Viner sults, SVOWIS anemia, and locations Centre and Kingston in a chaotic, ad-like fragment.
The Legacy Club meets to plan a day of welfare activities for dippera and children at the Adel community hall. Committee members discuss the event, appoint a subcommittee for amusement and care duties, and confirm a date in April with timetables and roles assigned.
The Min herria branch of the Women’s Christian Temperance Union met at the Presbyterian Hall on Wednesday. Mrs Lavender chaired as members discussed the effects of alcohol, heard a paper by Mrs Steen, and enjoyed tea and chatter about the day’s events. A special day of prayer for the forthcoming poll was proposed and social plans were noted for August. New members welcomed Mrs By Moore and Miss Holman praised.
The Lady Hopetoun Club in Forrest offers residential accommodation and social facilities for women workers. The assembly aims to promote cordial relations, wholesome recreation, and domestic assistance, with a reading room, library, and overseas papers. Secretary Miss Hawkins invites inquiries and aims to recruit new members, with meetings planned for July and membership a half sovereign semiannual fee.
A local hockey team hosts a dance to entertain supporters and raise funds. The event, featuring light refreshments and musical entertainment, plans to showcase team spirit and community involvement.
A garbled report describes a social ball at Hotel Acton with notable attendees and performances. The event is linked to a young man named Mir Fenaton and features a parade of guests, with mentions of a North Alomenia court and a ceremonial tone throughout the description.
Third round of the aeropier cere paer features Queaneon vs Tupi Chih at Copied TUL and Wadenhbeddy against Mateo in the seman. Murna Joules leads hitters with a strong showing. Matches begin Saturday with several games listed across venues including Joeman Kongeton and Tear fanne Wi.
Byrd and Commander Stelmwed Evelyn Tyr outline an Antarctic voyage for scientific study using a reinforced monoplane. The crew, base setup at 2200 miles from civilization, expects a November arrival and a June return, with extensive gear, photographs, and emergency provisions for a long overwater and ice route.
Unclear OCR text lists horses and odds for Moorfield Maiden and HantchCall events, mentioning names like Moonfield, King, Amazing Jo, Emperor, and several mares. Includes scattered entries for mile and two mile races, with various horses and placements, but most details are garbled.
In a busy auction row, bidders compete for a range of items including furniture and military goods. Aubrey Thetter defeats Pemex and others as starting prices are listed. local notices mention ownership and eligibility, with dates and names embedded in the fragmentary text.
A social afternoon at the Hotel Wellington featured Mie Anthony entertaining guests with a program of music and souvenirs. The event listed acts including My Cul yorpe and Mire Wondlsers, with several attendees named among the participants and supporters.
Fragmentary text notes Miss Maude Royden and Mrs Choy Collisson attending a gathering at Hotel Canberra. Mentions likely linked to Cynberra ladies and a discussion of growth effects, with unclear details and names partially garbled.
During a hearing, Magistrate Perry noted alcohol affects individuals differently. A friend of the magistrate faced remarks about tolerance, suggesting a person might handle 28 whiskies in a day. The judge warned against assuming impairment after drinking. The matter was then dismissed following testimony.
A garbled OCR style entry lists participants and places including Muratville and Mile with unclear surnames such as Sirragin Virdee Papentelat Miaxacden Two-Year Tichilienges Clerurhin and Flying Weluer Manichenga. The fragment lacks coherent actions or outcomes.
List of scratched horses for the Grand National event at Melbourne on July 7 includes Nebinjie Men Land Yalst Urowdbilade Bir Kutow with Bellewed of ther REABOTOn among the contenders noted.
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