National Rules Season Opens with Queanbeyan Victory Over Eastlake
Queanbeyan defeated Eastlake in a season opener at Manuka Oval in brilliant sunshine. Alderman Taylor opened the event as Queanbeyan led 6 8 to 1 2 behinds at quarter time and finished 16 21 to 4 behinds with strong showings from A Williams H Williams and Hawke. Eastlake’s White Gladwin Noonan and Neale fought back but Queanbeyan’s rugged defense and speedy football sealed the win.
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Acton Triumphs At Northbourne Oval In High Scoring Display
Acton defeated Ainslie by a late surge after a tense match at Northbourne Oval. Watson starred for Acton with dominant ruck work and multiple goals, while Westcott seized chances finishing with ten goals. Bennigs and Renniss also contributed for Acton as Amalie and Ainslie fought back with second-half pressure but fell short.
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Bandery
Maunder
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Centenary foundation laid for Hall Church
The foundation stone of a new church at Hall was laid amid a 200 member gathering. Bishop Burgmann praised unity of faith and wartime sacrifice while thanking donors and volunteers. £61 4s 9d plus £116 raised funds moved the project forward. the building will be concrete brick with walls by contract and roof and joinery by voluntary effort. The centenary week continues with services and a confirmation tonight at 5 pm.
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All Angel
K H Oliphant
Rochford
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Messra West
Garvie
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Caan
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Royal Canberra Golf Club Monthly Medal Results
Royal Canberra Golf Club’s A and B grade monthly medal results show disappointing scores amid hard fairways. Top A grade scores include P Luton 70, G W Grigg 71, C Hughes 71, F A Murray 72, W McKinstry 78. B grade led by O Wolfensberger 66 and N Laughlin 67 with several 68s and 70s. Social afternoon followed with a 16 holes stroke event, handicaps trimmed for Mrs Weir and Mrs Thornber, trophies donated by Miss Crespin.
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Ai Canberra Golf Club Associates
Crespin
Lottery Prize Was Fatal Shock
Mr J R Murphy a Bundaberg newsagent collapsed and died after being told by telephone he won £5000 in a Queensland Red Cross investment prize. The shock reportedly caused his death.
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Brisbane
J. Ro Murphy
Bundaberg
Queensland Red Cross
Improved Standard of Juvenile Talent at Canberra Eisteddfod
The Canberra Juvenile Eisteddfod showcased varied talents with Iris and Betty Cramp of Goulburn scoring high among solos and recitals. Officials noted pretty soprano tones, strong intonation, and expressive delivery across categories including Shakespearean dialogue, piano solos, vocal solos, and verse speaking.
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Canberra
Barton House Speer Piano and Vocal Winners
In a Kendale event, Kathleen McNally earned 50 points in a Piano Solo under 14 with strong enunciation and audience grip noted by adjudicator. Elizabeth Brophy and Joan Schneider performed without costumes, while Elizabeth White and Mary Kilmartin scored 85 and 3 points respectively. Naiee Fyfe led under 18 with 85 points. Mary Watson scored 83. Folk Dance by Church of England Girls' Grammar School under 16 earned top marks. Vocal Solo Champion under 16 unnamed.
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Canberra
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Arthur Armstrong
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Elizabeth White
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Umier
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Canberra Bus Timetable Starts May 12 Speeds Up Routes
Officials announce a new Canberra timetable to take effect on Monday May 12 with faster bus speeds on many routes. The change aims to improve service and reduce travel times for riders across the city.
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Wrestling at Newcastle ends in disqualification shock
Sunday at Newcastle Stadium Allenie Bands was disqualified in the sixth round of a no contest with Jim Purcell. Purcell was floored as Bands, allegedly enraged, continued to strike after the bell, prompting the ruling.
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Purcell
FOOTBALL STAR DEAD SYDNEY DIES OF AGE
Obituary notes Sydney death of Chris McHivatt a famed half back in both Rugby League and Union regarded as one of the sport’s best. The article recalls his captaincy of Australian test sides in 1911 and 1912 and mentions a separate social dance event at Hotel Civic with Johanie Jones Orchestra and ALF members.
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Chris McHivatt
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Johanie Jones
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