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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 07, 1928
Page
2
Canberra May 6 8 am 30.22 inches 9 am 44 denters 24 hour max 14 min 85.5 deg. Sunday May 7 5 am 80.82 inches 9 pm dewpoint 2 hours to 9 am 365 degrees. Wind 5 E rainfall records show February and March totals and Queanbeyan totals.
Monthly totals of rainfall for the current year are listed with figures for January February and subsequent months. The record includes measured totals and dates, reflecting rainfall amounts across the year in Queanbeyan.
Publishing notice for The Canberra Times lists proprietor The Federal Capital Press of Australia. Ltd. and outlines daily prepaid subscription rates. The advertisement names multiple Canberra area retailers and hotels for newspaper sales and mentions distribution across cities including Queanbeyan Goulburn Kosciuszko and Sydney with numerous contact points.
Departure and arrival times listed for trains to and from Queanbeyan and Canberra. Arrivals include Sydney Canberra Express from Melbourne and Canberra Sydney Express with times from 4.11 a.m. to 11.31 p.m. Departures show Cowra, Cypherra, Melbourne Canberra Express, and Sydney Canberra services from 4.23 a.m. to 11.36 p.m. Published by J. Shakespace for the Capital Press, Ainslie.
Sydney writer R Grace Bodke argues Australia’s policy of excluding migrants is a danger to the nation and would dilute the Nordic population if Europe’s “complete European civilization” were admitted. She cites America’s immigration limits and urges a small quota to preserve racial purity and national peace.
Canberra Tennis Association inaugurated the new Central Courts at Manuka with a ceremony delayed by rain. The event drew a sizable crowd for exhibitions featuring players including Sir John Butters and Mr. Lathan, while officials and observers debated opening arrangements and a public display of tennis prowess continued through the afternoon.
A fragmented note recalls eighty years of local street use and a theater project. Mentions Weel saps and studio elements, with scattered names and places like Cameria and Mawri, hinting at a community history wove through evolving streets and events.
A garbled London trade note discusses wool prices and market outlook with scattered names and fragments. It mentions Batumiay and Peatilesnn amid uncertain references to trades and bidders, suggesting a cautious stance on price stability despite broad market noise.
A Polo Carnival at Cooma Racecourse featured Canberran and Cooma teams in a two day event with A grade and junior division matches. Canberra A beat Cooma in late events, notable for smooth pony transport by rail and a casualty-free trip profile.
In a letter attributed to A. R. Townsend, the writer addresses a speech incident linked to a farm matter. The piece argues no clerk at Works refused Geitala time, notes duties, and critiques officials in a convoluted account referencing City Hall, the federation, and local commissions.
The report states Davis defeats Jos Thon to claim the world billiards title amid a dramatic final. Details suggest a tense finish with Davis securing the championship in a closely fought match at a major venue.
In a chaotic score report from a local meet, Hanidiay loses to Mira as several bouts feature close contests. Mis’ Hood and Woughe each claim victories in later rounds, with references to other players and a final Saturday session.
Canberra marks the 18th anniversary of King George V's accession with flags at public buildings and a noon salute at the Royal Military College in Duntroon.
Railway town observers criticize new ornamental gardens and lawn spaces near Queanbeyan station. They argue modern spending diverts funds from core railway operations while supporters praise improved streetscape and enhanced traveler experience around the station precinct.
Fragmentary text references elections, candidates, and public proceedings with mentions of candidates and parties. The garbled OCR obscures concrete details, making it difficult to determine exact names, places, dates, or outcomes while suggesting a period of political activity and civic events.
Duffield Shield action on icy Acton flats. Rovers and others faced delays. match featured defensive play, multiple attempts at goal, and a late surge by the Winning side to edge the Rovers. Timeline includes disrupted start, tense defense, and final score by a narrow margin.
A fragmentary report notes an aerial derby involving Canadian fliers and names a series of observers and places in distorted form. The text mentions Cece W Wartetwedt and other unclear entities amid scattered phrases suggesting aviation event coverage.
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