Massy Cup Thriller Ends In Queanbeyan Debut Win
Queanbeyan defeats Cooma 16 to 0 in the opening Massy Cup match. Norton and Blandon lead the home forwards with key plays and a late score sealing the victory amid a record crowd of about 2,000.
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 08, 1933
Page
3
Queanbeyan defeats Cooma 16 to 0 in the opening Massy Cup match. Norton and Blandon lead the home forwards with key plays and a late score sealing the victory amid a record crowd of about 2,000.
In a weekend rifle shooting event, teams from the fraternity scene competed under favorable weather. Early favorites Davey, Ax Humey, and others posted top scores, with standout performances by Werts and Welles. Final shots emphasized precision across multiple stages, reflecting strong local participation and competitive spirit.
South City defeated Wests 3 to 2 in a dramatic match noted for fast breaks and strong wings. McNamara and Connay starred for South City with multiple assists, while Wests pressed late but could not overcome the early lead, finalizing a high tempo scoring contest.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a rugby final at Wembley with unclear references to teams and figures. The garbled text mentions Warrington and a royal or heraldic framing, but specifics about date, score, or match details are unreadable.
Residents face lengthy debates over local aid and charity while Canberra’s activity centers on loyalty to the city. The periodical reflects anxious civic mood, noting public sympathy, economic pressures, and calls for prudent spending amid shifting political currents.
The Canberra Chamber of Commerce will hold a meeting at the Hotel Wellington on Tuesday May 1 at 8 pm. Intending members and the public are invited to attend. Annual meeting of the Youth Association of Trades will be held at the Returned Soldiers Club Rooms in City on Tuesday May 2 at noon. Also listed are motor service schedules Canberra to Sydney with monthly departures and fare details for single and return journeys, along with accommodation and ticket outlets.
Fragmented OCR text from a public notice appears to reference the imperial capital press office in Australia and a company office. Details are unreadable, but the fragment suggests an official communication or corporate notice issued by a governmental or corporate entity in Australia.
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