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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

May 07, 1951

Page

2

Suburbs Lead in Men’s Hockey Mockey Round

Northern Suburbs dominated the opening minutes, with Canberrans scoring early and Waratah none, as University edged Barton 2–1. Key players: Kaye, Stevenson, Stepney, Colwell, Burn, Wadd, and Cowell in a brisk A Grade hockey clash amid Turner, Tarner, and Canberra results.

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Unclear 5th Grade Match Report At University

Fragmentary notes describe a university sports scene with goals and players named in a jumbled sequence. Mentions include Waratel Slatin Hertsa best players Univers ity Mol Egpitin Neeweauneen and Canberra Barton with other scattered surnames and places.

Wasatasev Mesuit University Beth Waratel Slatin Hertsa Egpitin Neeweauneen Umber Ola Canber Barton Biasston Actate Ant Inberra Parnard Kestel Shannon Barton Beehime Davidawo Lore Area

Policy pledge for a Territories Ministry in Australia

A policy pledge argues for a dedicated Minister for Territories, aligned with the British Colonial Secretary, and a standing Parliament committee to study territorial needs. It calls for recruitment and training of specialists, and warns that current administration in Australian territories is inadequate and under-studied by Parliament and ministers.

Mengiet Bin Commonwealth Tare Hhe Territories Lee Ainiatera Aden

82 CANDIDATES IN ELECTIONS AYDVER

Fragmented text shows a misread report about elections with mentions of candidates and percentages. The readable bits cite a government statement, a party section, and references to Queenstead and a group seeking victory. Names, dates, and clear facts are obscured by OCR errors.

Aly Tome Atx Queenstead

Battle of Coral and Jubilee Programs Stir Canberra Night

The director of Jubilee celebrations in Canberra, Alice Kirwan, spoke on the Coral Battle and the looming event. A program open with a performance titled Battle of Coral, featuring Almat teen and Bettis of the Cora Bex, showcasing wartime themes.

Batis de Coral Bes

Jubilee Sunday Opens St Johns Parish Festival

Jubilee Sunday opens St John s Parish festival with Commonwealth Jubilee Service and church gatherings led by Rev H Movil and Mr W J McKall. Festivities mark 70 years of Canberra faith, describing national unity and celebration as Australian leaders promote welfare state dialogue and community cooperation.

ST. Johns Parish Australia John the W. J Nes W. J. McKall H. Movil Reese Ft Tashten New Fe Damoc Windom Ordi Bia Brature Monell Chase Sweetarmae Canberra Mawi Gallia

Visit of Archhiches of Birmingham and Australian church history

A garbled account references Archhiches of Birmingham and religious reforms in 15th century Britain, Newman and Manning, and a push in Australia for church hierarchy restoration and social reform. It mentions Dr Masterson, federation context, and calls for continued growth of the church in Australia and beyond.

Ferman Hagia Sogiand Newman and Manninge Birmingham Avrtzalie Vilathora Aus Soutin Bangin Masterson Australia Baghiah Peter Australis

Weather Summary From Regional Meteorological Office

Weather data shows scattered broken clouds and NW windy conditions. Temperature highs around 32 mph gusts near 16 mph and minimums near 24 with regional forecast calling for cold, blustery conditions across the area.

Wareen Eia Watehaten Bwantoniay, Inc Winda W. Winde

Five Killed in Collision Near Mandled China Palace

Five people died in a crash near Mandled, China. An additional occupant suffered critical injuries as authorities worked for nearly an hour to remove bodies from the wreckage.

New York Manabeld Chin Louk

Unclear OCR Sports Column Names Noted

Fragmentary list of players and teams with multiple garbled names. Reads like an old university or club game lineup with best players and beaters, but most names are unreadable or mis-OCRed, hindering precise identification or event details.

Excellencies Host Jubilee Event at Government House Canberra

Their Excellencies the Governor-General and Mrs Mee attended a private party in honor of Sir William Omnatt at Government House Canberra on Saturday evening. Mr William and Mrs Cliliatt hosted the occasion with Madame Betty McKell and members of the Personal Guest list present at the Jubilee vice at St Johns Church of Ham, Canberra yesterday.

Mee Huis Canberra Bir William Mise Cliliatt Government Huuee Meyne J. MeeKe Betty McKell B. John's Church of Ham Land Mort Ik

Rain Stops South African Match in London

London Sunday report that rain halted South Africa's match against Singapore as the opening day was washed out. Officials noted persistent showers prevented any play and only limited action occurred before rain washed out the first day of the county cricket competition.

London Arendy Sorkambe Alba

Group 8 Players Named for Country Team

Group 8 players for the country team were announced after Newcastle versus Southern Districts and South Coast at Wollongong. Welker’s team won 3d points to 14, marking the first combined team defeat for Groups 8 7 3 a and 9. Players include M. Preston and D. McReenie of Queanbeyan, W. Alexander of Canberra, K. Pogarty of Goulburn, and T. Routhwell of Canberra, with MoniteMe to captain the side.

Gley Tatuiday Newcastle An Southern Districts South Cosat Wollongong D. McReenie Queanbeyan W. Alexanders Canberray K. Pogarty Goulhuen Th. Routhwell Canberra Waar Leshented MoniteMe Use J Sprotatore Mewcastle Craftinge McRitchie Alexander, Srhell North Canberra Arion Preston Klokes

Wigan Wins Ladgula Cup Final In Dramatic Fashion

Wigan defeats Marrow by 10 points in the Ladgula Cup final held at yowterda. The victory marks Wigan’s third cup final win in a row, with the team’s long season and strong defense earning the trophy.

WIGAN London Marrow Yowterda

Death of Flynn of the Inland Adopts Lasting Legacy

The Inland region mourns Dr Flynn after decades in public service. The Governor of New South Wales and church figures attended memorial events at Alfred Hospital in Adelaide. Dr Flynn, once linked to the Unland Mission and famed for pedal wireless work, died after a long career spanning public service and religious leadership.

N.B.W Lttay Trina Soar Rytog Sinie Oocaalon Ray Mmo Ota Mao Alfred Mospital Ovis Dan Ins Ovens Te Ano Founda Caiaber Eer Os Rt Adelalan Unland Ars Fyn Wee Pras Seren Kirano

Golf Format Cho Snape R A Club Champion

Approximately 190 players attended the event at the Federal Jolt Club. Results show A Grade led by Te 4 Day 72.8-41 and R Gordon 78-11-07, with further scores across B and C Grades. Wallard Cup leaders after one round include Ke Howard and C. Blade, with Howard and Packering clinching A and B Grades.

Cho Snape Gordon C. Nicholdeon Requila Federal. Usud Federal Jolt Club Baturday Ke. Howard R. Prekeving WBBM Ci Blade Tn8s C. J. Wadle Duggan A. Bellich Howard Packering Gredes Ve Monthly Mada Piesidea WHKN Net le O'Dan

ARAS Names Preserve Crusaders Castles

Unclear OCR text notes ARAS actions regarding preservation of crusader fortifications. Mentions Syrian and Lebanese governments and some dates or numbers, but readable facts are minimal.

Aras

Basketball Results from the Agtedé Match

The article lists scattered game outcomes with names including J. For par and M. L. Finware, noting Christie HCA defeats and various college matchups. Several players are named by teams like YWCA and Tesh Tech, with results recorded alongside partial scores and opponent teams.

Cheukuphers J. Forpar ML. Finware

Charity bowling event notes and trophy winners

A rough summary of a charity bowling benefit notes remits for Ladies Day and Cenberre Bowling Club held Saturday. The Arita trophy donated by C Chandler was won by Lack, Welch and Jones. The Handicap event, the haul of the Singies Handi cap, went to Holden minus 41 inches from Armateong mint 2. Other maintenance items include Pairs.

Cenberre Sateday Ary C. Chandler Lack Welch Jones Holden Armateong

Three Injured In Weekend Road Accidents In Canberra

Four Canberra accidents left three people injured and several vehicles damaged. Injuries included a broken arm from a ute collision involving Edward Junn and others. a facial wound to a rider named Mcgee after a cycle hit a bus. and another collision near Abe Causeway injuring none but damaging two vehicles. Drivers William Matthews and Clement Turner escaped with minor or no injuries.

Aires Nix Canberra Minshan Atrent Edward Junn Mhoobert Ainslie Mcgee Bev William Malt Merbart Cresent Alnatte Cowger Tres Uke William Matthews L9th Miert Nurra- Dandah Clement Joseph Tuner Canberra Avenue Xingatun Abe Causeway Wirlam Arthur Reid Causew

Scientists to Study Occult Somnas in Germany

A group of scientists formed to examine claimed occult phenomena and fortune telling methods. They plan to investigate alleged spiritual activities and use psychological and parapsychological approaches at a headquarters tied to the Institute of Psychobiology.

Germany Prem Institute of Payobslogy and Payobls

Barton Takes Lead In A Grade Tennis Pennant

Barton leads the A Grade tennis pennant after a tight Saturday match day featuring Kingston Barton and several standout performances. Notable results include Reid, Harton, and Flinders securing key wins, with Kingston and Northbourne strong in multiple ties.

Barton

Accused Freed After Blasphemy Trial Turbulent Hearings

A fragmentary report describes alleged blasphemy remarks and denial of a religious conception during a public argument. The priest overheard the exchange and the accused faced charges under an 18th century law with potential labor punishment.

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