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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Mar 27, 1939
Page
2
Weather notes for Canberra with scattered observations. Temperature ranges shown include 48 to 60 degrees, humidity near 59 to 64 percent, wind details at 9 am and 8 pm, and maximum and minimum temperatures over 24 hours.
The Waratah fete held at Telopes Park School attracted large crowds and raised about £160. Opening by Sir Robert Garran, with local dignitaries and school staff in attendance, the event featured rides, games, refreshments, and a busy afternoon and evening program despite bad weather.
Anglers at Cotter River yesterday reported a heavy trout haul with many fish over three pounds. Notes from the fishing crowd indicate a gold lure and other baits were effective in pulling larger specimens. The event drew Canberra attendees and local enthusiasts alike.
Commonwealth Solar Observatory reports Mount Stramle forecast for Monday March 37. Sun rise 6.12 am, set 6.7 pm. Moon phases noted with rise and set times. Major planets listed with rise times including Jupiter and Saturn. Data includes several garbled terms requiring clarification.
The Canberra Times reports calls for expanded accommodation to serve rising tourist traffic and national conferences. It urges private hotels, guest houses, and housing programs to ease overcrowding in Canberra's main residential district and enable continued expansion of national activities.
Canberra marksmen dominated a two stage rifle meet at 800 and 990 yards under dull light. Ary Niah trophy went to Lloyd 340 and Canham 348, Intosh 349 and McLeod 344. Maloney trophy at 800 yards won by Webb 108. Hughes Shield at 149 yards to Canham who also shot the aggregate. Daily prize won by Webb.
Canberra YWCA hosts a warden fete at Canberra House grounds loaned by Lady Whiaskard on Saturday. KT Snow Ltd presents a mannequin parade of autumn and winter coats. Beauty tips, music by Can porre String Ensemble, a coffee bar, stalls, pony rides, darts, and a reception will attract families. Lady Whiakard will formally open the event at 3 p.m.
The weekend event showcased singles and doubles draws with players like Mundt Hay Bennett and Soloman reaching multiple semi finals. Rivalries formed in men’s doubles and mixed doubles as J. Shumack and Mrs Howe impressed while Treweek and Heath fought hard in tight matches.
Canberra clubs claim the A pennant with a close win over Yass while Vanembela Club Canberra 1 defeats Kenmare by 13 and Yeas by 7. Scores and player names populate a dense report of the city week bowling finals including双方 matches for both A and B grades and individual results across multiple rinks.
The annual picnic of the Reid Sunday School was held at Hallstown grounds attracting many children, parents and friends. Morning games and an afternoon program featured activities, with a farewell mention of approaching duties for Reverend James and Stan Thomas. Services are planned for Sunday, April 23, with new superintendent Rev. J. M. Allen and Rev. M. Arthur anticipated.
The readable text is severely garbled with names and numbers unclear. It mentions players or participants with fragments like McArthur Horan Weaver and Boorn but provides no coherent event, score, or location to anchor a factual summary.
The Canberra National Football League predicts a record season with a budget over £1200 and a closing ceremony on May 8. Interstates, Victoria's clubs, and Melbourne figures loom as strong opponents with possible exhibition games and university participation.
An extensive list outlines radio and music programming across multiple segments. It includes various shows such as Weather reports Dance Music and News Hour, with mentions of specific times and program titles like Music Weather and Daily Services. The dense schedule features international references and multiple channels, suggesting a comprehensive broadcasting timetable.
Mr Menzies delivers a formal address to the Canberra College gathering in the Albert Pavilion. The speech covers themes of national unity, education, and public service as the council notes the ceremony held on a September day with formalities observed by faculty and attendees.
A verandah collapsed, causing a fatality near Cannell Town. Moses is named among the injured or deceased in police and local reports, with authorities investigating the incident and advising caution at similar structures nearby.
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