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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Mar 26, 1940

Page

4

Air Abroad Radio Schedule Notes Diverse Programs

A fragmented listing outlines numerous broadcasts across hours and programs including news, music, lectures, and performances. Notable items include Adolf in Blunderland readings, Georg Schneevoigt with Sydney Symphony, and Nora Coslstad performances, with multiple news segments and talks interspersed.

Ie Cubaren H. Deamer Marke Burke Wilfred Thomas Georg Schneevoigt Sydney Symphony Gehneevoigt Sarabande and Seery Bloom Love News Close Adolf In James Dryenforth Max Kester Nora Coslstad Ane Malicn Vance

Reid Wins Stawell Gift In Close Finish At Melbourne

A J Reid of South Australia, starting 84 yards, captured the Stawell Gift final in a thrilling finish by inches over J. Smith of Western Australia and R. H. Spargo of Victoria. Reid's time was 123 16 secs. Roy Northeast, Terang hairdresser, was the veteran finalist. The race was worth £750 and drew a strong field.

Melbourne A J Reid Rei J. Smith Weastern Australia R. H. Spargo Victoria Reid Smith Te Bral Teirowly Port Augusta Roy Terang

Rabbit shooting death near Bulla claims young bystander

Melbourne Monday reports a fatal rabbit shooting near Bulla as four year old Ernest Matthews of West Brunswick was fatally wounded by a bullet fired by his companion Roy West. Matthews, hiding in bushes, cried “You heave about me” before collapsing and dying.

Melbourne Wihbwornl Bulla Ernest Matthews West Brunswick Matthews Roy West

Theatrical Principal Deag Obituary in London

The death occurred today of Mir. Anthouse Mann ing, the last surviving principal of The Sign of the Criss in London. The notice lists musical acts and radio schedules from Melbourne and Canberra, noting Bates Llewellyn, the Melbourne Wireless Chorus, and Harry Bloom's Band among others.

London Mir Anthouse Manning Palms Salt Bates- Llewellyn Melbourne Wireless Chorus Harry Bloom Close

Burns Cup Final: Tlawarra Defeats Canberra by Nine Wickets

Tlawarra won the Burns Cup final at Manuka by nine wickets after Canberra were all out 210 in their second innings. Illawarra built a 204 run first innings lead, Gribble and McDonnell troubled Canberra with early wickets, and Traynor rescued Canberra before Swan and Poidevin guided Tlawarra to victory.

Tlawarra Canberra Manuka Gribble McDonnell A. Roe Maloney Roe Fai Canbert Traynor Robertson Mawarra Cunningham Poidevin Mad Swan Sores

Flemington Seahlome Hardin Race Day Heavy Bets

Multiple races report at Flemington with Boz Zago winning 2m dash and Exmoor second, Dark David among top pick, times around 13 seconds for race 2m. Tranquil Star takes Easter Cup style event by half a length with Damocles close, Night Train headlines Three Year Old Handicap potentials, Aurie's Star wins Federal Handicap by half a length amid strong betting.

Tranquil Star H. Skidmore Fur Trader A. Reed Damocles J. Purtell Old Vietum Bright Silver Prairie France Quixotic Pargedn Meadow Lark Counsel Floy Tranquel Star W.rlc Mac Rob Ralph Don Devon A. Breasley Morrren Ji. Gilmourh Lord Windburra Ataym Prince Lion Companion Hathersage Con Devon Dye Thane Tim W. Cox Melos Halph Swettenham J. Purtelli Cortina Forest March Gay Invader Glengold Grentson Jetette Manu Forts Melas Girella A. Heed Lord Walla J. Portelli Glentino H. Olsen Riviera Hil Reo Grand Patrol Manurere Meteorical Boy Rose Wanderer Annie Rooney Hatch Patch Tovares Murville Alan-2 A. Dewhurst Zonda E. Preston Ty Rex Felt Reed Hilton Carpentier Fourgates Kaolin Miss Burn Temple Coyn Con Naru Maldegon Clorus Aurie’s Onda Rex Felt

Eastern Suburb Rugby Union Elects Coaches and Training Plans

At a meeting the Eastern Suburb district Rugby Union FC Committee outlined cance to promote Mise Joan Bale and named W H Viney J A Kelly and the first grade coach as team selectors. James Coulter named trainer and Jack Fisher appointed reserve grade home secretary. Training starts tonight at Manuka Oval under floodlights at 7 40 p m with sessions every Tuesday and Thursday.

Eastern Suburb Queen of Sport Mise Joan Bale J. M. Wilkinson Manuka Messrs W. H. Viney J. A. Kelly Fiest W. M. Spencer Kelly James Coulter Scotland Jack Fisher AF O'Rourke Manuka Oval

Family Tragedy: Monta Gruguy Martin Faces Murder Charge

At Toogoolawah Court Monta Gruguy Martin, 42, is charged with murdering his wife Maria Martin, 47, and son Walter Martin, 20, and with attempting to murder another son William. He allegedly confessed madness and stated he did not know why he acted.

Trisbank Monta Gruguy Martin Toogoolawah Maria Martin Walter Martin William Martin emil = amie Martin Thig Walter Eugend Martin

Mosaic Wins Second Sydney Cup at Randwick

Mosaic captured a second Sydney Cup at Randwick led by D Munro winning by two lengths over Royal Chief the New Zealand entrant. The finish featured Makai and Old Rowley in the money as Majestic field battled through the stretch. Time and positions noted across the Easter Plate and supporting events with Munro securing his sixth win at the meeting.

Mosaic Randwick Carbine Royal Chief Malkai D. Munro Munro Maikai Henaa Wain Twyal Chiefs E. Bartle Musain Ol Rowley Own Folk Gold Spark Feminist Yours Truly Blizzard Dallar W. Briscoe Thunderclap J. Runcan Castalia Good Morning Sania Brazen Lad Tel Asur Asnazu Bel Olsenu Edifice Bluebeard Progress Kestrel Gallop Beting Katanga Dollar Thunderelop Diva E. Barle Matkal H. Marnement Plymouth Hoe St. Constant Old Rowley Cootanga Geebung Elanage Dashing Cavalier Bliezerd Fountain Makal Old Rowity Loyal Lad Darke Yuletide Rylstone Earl Marshall Happy Bay Pan Pipe Tony Black Banner His Lordship Tunisia John Roxford H. Badger Vaive Davidson Chatoona F. Hughes St Andrew Fast Company Sabersides Victorine Don Byrne Manlock Duke Cullen the Cyan Valve Divs Lord Valentine We Cook Higthborn J. O'Sullivan Cherry Bar FE. Bartle Assegal Threulum Highborn Cherny Ber Dive Yaya Secon Hind

Onkaparinga Steeplechase Result at Adelaide

The Onkaparinga Steeplechase at Adelaide with Bully Hayes winning by four lengths from Bob's Idea and National Debt in third. Scratchings included Gruntley and Cadle sian. Betting favored National Debt and Bully Hayes before the race. Time listed as 2f if.

Adelaide Onkaparinga Bully Hayes R Swenam Bob's Idea National Debt W Smith Gruntley Cadlesian Haison Vecom

Mentone Programme for Today at Woodcote

Racing cards list multiple hurdles and handicaps at Woodcote with races including the Woodcote Trial Hurdle 2m and Welter Handicap 7f, plus Surrey Plate and Tattenham Handicap. Entrants include Sir Caithness, Silver Reign, Barham, Dazzling Bulphide, Operatic, Megfort, and many others with starting times from 1.50 to 4.20.

Woodcote Iir Lonsdale Handicap Happiness Devon Silver Sammy Sir Caithness Rosa Feit Veronica Jerry Cronin Phocion Cyrillo Surrey Plate Megfort Athens Sir Denke Co Phil Wirth Lady Sykes Madbuck Aerostat Winlay Caleb

Rugby League Seeks Cup Team in Canberra Preparations

Training begins tonight at Manuks Oval as players vie for selection to the Canberra Cup squad. Vallan Bartlett will coach the team with arrival expected in April to qualify for the May 4 first Cup match. Other contenders include Pawley Kerr Keys Kinnane Die sen and Grille, with changes after Webber Lewin Grimes retirements.

Cuberra Manuks Oval Canberra Vallan Dadly Bartlett Manhind Serron Barth J Uo Wal Prigg Newcastle Segeoo Toniletal Queensland Lionel Pawley Eastern Suburbs C. H. Kerr Cental Newcastle C. Keys Canker

NSW Government Rejects Apple and Pear Scheme Plan

The New South Wales Government will not expect the Commonwealth to run the Apple and Pear Acquisition Scheme unless a new plan is drafted. Minister for Agriculture Mr Reid said the State would consider proposals but remains against the existing scheme.

Sydney New South Wales Mr. Reid

Northbourne Club Mixed Doubles Victory Report

A mixed doubles event at Northbourne Club saw Murray and Mrs Murray win the final 6 2 against Tickner and Miss Veal after leading sections and playoff rounds. Murray also had a bye in the playoff.

de Northbourne Charles Lordy Murray Bane Lie Tedelere Wilkinson V. Treweek Storr VY. Treweek Ayrton Kent Mra Kent Graham Juaniteson Tickner Miss West Thomas Miss Turner Dewar Mise Durant Mra Ming West O. Tiddef Miss’ Veal

Kruschen Diet Assist Helps Mother and Daughter Lose Weight

A letter reports a mother and daughter losing weight after three months using Kruschen tablets and cutting certain foods. The writer claims weight drops from 11 stone 4 pounds to 10 stone 1 pound and praises Kruschen for aiding internal detox and fat reduction.

M.B Kruschen

Fatal motorcycle crash claims 27 year old rider at Arnecliffe

A motor cycle struck a traffic dome on Princes Way at Arnecliffe last night injuring Bastell aged 27 of Woonona who died this morning from his injuries.

Sydney Mandy Princes Way Arnecliffe Bastell Woonona Rece

French scientist Dr Edouard Branly dies in Paris

The death of Dr Edouard Branly, noted French authority on conductors and pioneer in wireless impulse detection, is reported from Paris. Branly, renowned for work in radio theory, passed away in his twilight years, leaving a lasting impact on electrical science.

Paris Edouard Branly

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