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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Mar 21, 1935
Page
3
A rough crowd at the Tug Esterday meeting of the Federation Race Club saw heavy scratching and unsettled betting. Royal Blend surged to the lead early and held off a late challenge from Palisade and Tharwa Girl to win by several lengths, with Palisade and Tharwa Girl close behind as Royal Blend dominated the home straight.
Kensington races adopt a new rule fining owners £3 for horses scratched after acceptances at Kensington Ascot and Rosebery with four withdrawals by day’s end. Sir Merriwee and Johonie were withdrawn by order of the veterinary surgeon. The day featured Calvados winning the Kensington Handicap with Duke Blair second and Happy Ado in contention, while multiple races and divisions posted times and betting details.
QWer starters Duplaix Royal aed dominate a crowded field by several lengths in a tense finish. Lord Murthly Trellis and Baya Blend trailed as the favorite surged clear, with Red Ken and Pardonte among the chasing pack in the Abamrock Handicap and related events at Ascot Melbourne.
The report lists starters including Celtic Cross and Long Way in a race won by Long Way by three lengths. It notes times around 1 16 and inconsistencies in names such as Lerugthon and TH ariing, with betting odds like 6.4 and 9/2. Other runners included Me NOME Mulligan Kenyon Pardenis and HLL Einstein.
Reports say the King will light a large wooden beacon in Hyde Park at 0.56 p.m. on May 6 to signal the start of Jubilee celebrations. The event will form a chain of beacon lights contributing to the national commemoration.
A dangerous object fell from a plane and buried deep in the ground. A woman involved was not hurt though she was shaken by the incident.
In the Canberra House of Representatives Mr G Lawson of Brisbane asked if the Minister would order an inquiry into milk price measures. He questioned the high cost of living in the capital and whether consideration would be given to granting living allowances for public servants amid rising costs.
After a stormy passage in the Legislative Assembly, the Water Sewerage and Draining Board election postponement bill gained passage in the Legislative Council. The Attorney General led the debate as Labour members largely abstained, while the measure faced interjections about party circulars. The bill’s aim is to delay the election, with passage at all stages noted and opposition by none.
Queanbeyan Coursing Club schedules eight greyhound races for Saturday night with first race at 1 40 and kennelling by 7. The card lists divisions and numerous competing dogs including Maid Rage Nola Son Bronca and Glorys Folly Queen among others. A German pastors release report closes the item.
Department of Main Roads Southern Division issues notice from Clerk of Petty Sessions Gouarburn for supply and delivery: 600 rural yards travel on Beaty Tikawas southa Fownins. Specifications available in forms. obtain from Main Ronde Union Chine Commonwealth Bank Bulldogs Farrowlumis Shire Gowithuryad and departure of Main Ronde entide Gouuttyaes waya/an.
The sixth annual Autumn Exhibition at Albert Hall will feature eight principal trophies valued over £1000 and many special prizes from Canberra drama and local firms. Donors include Canberra Bowl Loys Steam Lauritty Ltd and Peterson Bros. Ltd. Entries open to the public with a closing date in March and judging will occur across derivative sections with prizes awarded at autumn and spring exhibitions. More than 40 donations support a rich prize list, with a strong showing of watercolour and floral classes.
Air service promoters report weak patronage on the Canberra Syeloey-Tumuline route. They warn that unless demand improves, existing services may be scaled back or suspended. A New Zealand to Sydney-Newcastle sector is also under review due to passenger shortfalls affecting viability.
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