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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Mar 10, 1952
Page
6
A protest led by a major South West Africans activist group gathered outside the South African policy stance in London. The petition, presented by Kwame Mrrimah and other delegates, urged UN action on South West Africa under the United Nations Charter.
The British Council in London announces a reform plan with representation from government and universities. It outlines expenditures for 1963 to 1964 including scholarships and teaching exchanges, noting 40,000 pounds and 1,241,900 pounds in totals and a rise from the previous year.
Racing card from Goulburn reports Service securing a victory in a maiden handicap with cueing by jockeys such as K Fleming and R Pearne. The meet features Beau Manna and King of the Woods among contenders, with numerous horses and owners listed in the results and betting details.
Desert Breeze wins a crowded event with strong showings from Pure Fire and Gaypent. Notable placings include Bracket series runners and Scotland-born horses, with stakes and times referenced across a long field of entries.
The judge Mr RE Coloma notes Johnny’s steady scoring across trials with 187 points securing an open championship win. Other notable dogs include Kurran Bonny 191 points and 190 point entrants Riverina Ridges and Hilardsted Judy. Prizes include a framed photograph trophy and dog collars awarded by multiple sponsors. Mr Harris plans a Canberra trip then New Zealand championships for Johnny.
J Lloyd clinched top honors at the Canberra range in a Saturday shooting event with 34 rifemen competing. High scores and multiple shooters from McIntosh to Jarman and Priestley highlight a competitive field as the We Web Trophy and related prizes were contested.
Racing results from Queanbeyan on Saturday night list Maiden Stake 247 yards won by Another Storm ahead of Julie's Bia and Mulier's Lian. First Division 247 yards saw Bmoky Jack lead Cone's Dream and Acrobat. Second Division 239 yards split by Nna Delight and Another Super Tilee. Third Division 347 yards featured Young Mortrens and Canyon Kid with stakes noted. Fourth Division 120 yards included Clive's Hope and Misty Kent with Bienden, Bos ace. Connotation Race lists Another Storm and Muller's Sign with varied payoffs.
The page details two year old events at Randwick with horses like Grey Velvet and Neat Andrew in multiple handicaps. It lists weights, places, and betting figures, along with tote results and scratched horses for the day’s program.
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