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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 10, 1929
Page
2
A fragmented report discusses cost pressures and fluctuating commerce affecting wool and wine markets. It references postwar monetary shifts, international trust, and theater finance, with mentions of exchanges in the United States and Europe, urging buyers to monitor prices and deadlines.
Fragmented list of race names and entrants including Johnson and Tanmord tents with many broken words. Mentions James Barnes Stakes and Crown Area with multiple horses and owners, but OCR garble obscures most specifics. Contains numerous proper nouns and event labels without coherent narrative.
The Chester Cup winner was First Flight from Landon Westnowley with a close finish. Dark bitwek 20 Leet and Honmigne au Thrae placed among the early markers as the race challenged the field. The results show the winning time and distances, with Dark Hillock and Tuna Je also noted in the competitive lineup.
The Albury Municipal Sale Yards held a Tuesday sale with 11 000 head noted including starr abers and 66 plies. Trade wide but prices fluctuated with heavy goods weaker and few buyers present. moderate yarding of store stock forward with many young wethers and lambs offered. Prices ranged across several breeds and ages, with comebacks and wethers showing activity amid overall subdued demand.
A damaged OCR text from a Homebush stock sale record shows scattered prices and item descriptions. The legible parts mention wines, vintages, and various figures such as 28.88 and 13, but the overall contents are incoherent.
The article reports an appeal by A J C in a case over the identity of a person named Arines Hompteey. The matter involves the keeper of a book and reports to a committee. The appeal concerns a 12 month suspension by the stewards at Cantortilley Park.
An old advertisement details woollen materials for winter wear sold by J B Young. It highlights fabrics in various textures such as velvet and velveteen, suggests ready to wear coats and robes, and notes patterns and notions for women and children. Mentions knitwear, jumper styles, and winter accessories alongside a call for attention to the offer.
A fragmentary broadcast listing shows varied programs across the day including music talks and children’s features. Names and times appear inconsistently but indicate a metropolitan station presenting a mix of performances discussions and community updates.
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