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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Mar 28, 1939
Page
4
A chaotic incident on a rooftop ends with officers using gas to subdue a man named Robert Kinsley after a confrontation with police. Witnesses describe a struggle that endangered two officers before the suspect was captured and taken to a hospital for treatment.
In Monday market at Flenington Fair, stock steers and cows traded steady for February rates. Lions reportedly remained firm, with lambs and ewes priced around 12 to 26 shillings per hundred pounds. cows at five and beets at notable values. Overall, buyers showed sustained demand across categories.
Fragmented OCR text describes an elderly woman, a coroner, and a confusing set of phrases about a death in a house in Sydney. The readable parts mention an aunt or mother, aging, and possible neglect or investigation. The garbled nature leaves many names and facts unclear.
Mr M P Hynes died Monday after a lengthy illness at his home. He entered Parliament in 1923 and served as Minister for Labour in due course. He leaves a widow and five children. The death appears due to natural causes.
Ajax owner told Jay that Thinhoree would not run in the Chipping Norton Plate at Warwick on Saturday. The fate of the programme is in doubt with details unclear. Ajax’s next outing is expected to be the All Aged Plate at Frandwick on the Uird day of the AJC.
The Canberra Branch Council meets at Hotel Canberra to discuss lifting the school leaving age and its effect on child endowment for officers. It reviews train arrival times from Melbourne, cross district transport issues, and the role of Associated Organisations in public service matters. The council considers furlough for temporary employees and opposes submitting a furlough claim to the Arbitrator, urging government action instead.
Federico Capital Press of Australia Ltd publishes from Mort Street Braddon Candei e at the company office.
Canberra plans for a high profile football event as Carlton, last season’s premiership team, may visit in July for an exhibition match in Canberra with potential Sydney and Melbourne opposition. A sub committee will study trip costs and touring partners amid strong local support.
Eight Queanbeyan shooters are named to represent the club at Canbore next weekend in the Tiverton Cup event. The lineup includes B. N. Bult J. C. Chariton G. Hy Gregory Ay Ky Jolmaton Cape Ke Gibaw UC Mtnney A. Sluray C. Bicphons J. C. Taylor J. Ward and Rewulin.
Drovers' excited day ends with cattle slipping from the line and being chased toward Wentworth Oval. A crowd gathers as cowboys round up and drive the herd along the street and within view of the railway yard.
Gov. W G Wood yer presided at the ACCT annual meeting in Hotel Hinpaton. Retiring president Lieut-Col H C F Roberson was thanked as H C Waugh chaired. Members from six union bodies sent letters of good wishes. The union vowed unity and co operation to move forward the rugby program.
At the annual gathering the Australian Capital Rugby Union adopted a motion to convey to the Governor General elect of the Commonwealth the Duke of Kent the Union's congratulations on his appointment and loyalty. The union expressed hope that he and Her Royal Highness the Duchess will enjoy their stay in Australia.
An archival report outlines amendments to hy-hings and leadership seating at a Kingston hotel meeting. Key figures include Sir Gentteey Whialeard, Mr Wallun, Mr 1k Pilterson, and numerous officials like MA Ve A. ATuirithin, Mr W. G, Woudyne Lomoppoaidus, and Lt. Koquany. The gathering discussed patronage, union council representation, and referees' appointments for the NSW Rugby Union.
Fragmented OCR text describes a retiring president sending a message related to a national event. Mentions The Win and Australia Capital territory, with references to unions and pride in achievements. It notes reaction among players and a night session, but specifics are unclear.
An advertisement-like text claims Krugeheg Salts alleviate rheumatic and uric acid related pains. It attributes relief to ingredients that drain acid crystals and improve bodily excretion, reducing further uric accumulation and foot symptoms. References to years of pain and daily office work underscore ongoing discomfort.
The report notes over 310 women registered in the metropolitan area reacting to a national service call. It outlines women detailing their plans and readiness, highlighting a surge of activity among urban participants.
A garbled report describes a restaurant with vermin access to food, prompting officials to demand immediate cleanup and enhanced sanitation. The piece mentions locations and names unclearly but highlights poor dining hygiene and safety concerns, with online attention spiking as readers react to footage and allegations.
Moscow reports a 2 percent population increase with a preliminary count listing 170,1201NK, amid a broader Soviet demographic update.
A garbled incident description notes lacerations to the left hand and fingers of Ratbone WF Goulburn during an event or operation. The text is fractured with unclear surrounding details but indicates injury and a related withdrawal from engagement, with references to a captain and a command context.
A fragmentary report from The Happaytern discusses Canberra as a capital and the Union’s role in renewal. The text mentions a working committee, volunteers, and Interior Department encouragement while reflecting on ongoing efforts and future union activity in Canberra.
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