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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

May 13, 1936

Page

4

Hurdle record set at Burney Cricket Ground

Kenney broke her own record in the 80 metres hurdles at Burney Cricket Ground today by two thirds of a second, clocking 1 ath second. Stewart, curator, said closer towing and more attention could have sped the track two yards. Kennedy is not on the Olympia team.

Keenn EY Oney Annedy Burney Cricket Ground Kennedya Tims William Stewart Mim Kennedy T He Olympia

Rugby Cup invitation to France Britain and Dominions

Paris report notes the French Rugby League Association accepted an invitation to compete for a cup funded by Christchurch footballer Mr Courtney. The contest would include England New Zealand Australia and France with a possible 1887 France match if England remains unbeaten.

Paris Christchurch Courtney England New Zealand Australia France

Queanbeyan By-Election Called To Fill Council Vacancy

An extraordinary election will be held in Queanbeyan Ward on May 30 to fill the vacancy on the Municipal Council caused by Alderman James George Hattie's death. Nominations close with the Town Clerk by 5 pm on Tuesday May 2. The event attracts strong interest, with many candidates expected to run. The Queanbeyan Ratepayers Association may endorse a member candidate, a matter to be discussed at a Thursday meeting.

Queanbeyan

Convent Ball aims for higher standard this year

The organizing committee for the 1986 Convent Ball has formed sub committees for catering and decorations. The event will run on a Friday evening and dancers may stay until 2 am, with transport planned from Kingston and Causeway via the No 1 route.

Albert Hall Kingston

Northern Territory urged to back government ore quarry plan

Mr Blain urged establishing a government controlled ore crushing battery at Tennant Creek to spur Territory development and curb claim jumping by private operators. He warned private battery owners had not reduced charges and pressed for government facilities under Sir David Rivett’s direction. The debate touched on Interior Department resistance, with ministers hinting at upcoming government action and focus on developing gold mining and employment.

Northern Territory Peperate David Rivett Blais Blain Ten- Creal Bant Creal Australia Baltery Interior Rivett My. Binin Ate Dbeen Tennant's Creek Garrington Patsrean Department For the Interior Rivedan

Sister Kenny Aid Urged by Opposition Whip

The opposition whip urged Commonwealth aid for Sister Kenny and condemned the government for delays. Leaders named Coppaten Walp and Pine emphasized local concerns, while law-and-order stance and public support were cited as reasons to push for faster assistance.

Coppaten Ae Pine Lawoon

Duntroon Occupation Ahead for Royal Military College

Work on new cadet barracks and renovations at Duntroon progress toward policy goals for the Royal Military College return. Centre slated for occupation in November with completion of the guard block and recreation area planned by August, while kitchens and parade ground expansions advance and Duntroon House renovations continue.

Duntroon Royal Military College woll_advancril Awgust Department of the Interior

Trade Treaties Scrutiny In Parliament Debate

The Deputy Leader of the Opposition and other members pressed for updates on trade negotiations with Belgium France Germany Japan Italy Poland and Czechoslovakia. Questioned whether talks would be abandoned or statements made before adjournment, no clear answer was given as to imminent treaty implementation.

O ‘Toaity Feede Forde Midlater Belgium France Germany Japan Italy Poland Caecho-Biovalsia Australia

Port Macquarie inquiry testimony on betting law

Sydney report details Arthur Webster stating he never heard police urge plea to tote betting. He testified of two year work with Sergeant Hungerford of Newcastle earning 16 a day. In Port Macquarie, witnesses described street betting and operators. commission adjourned to tomorrow.

Sydney Twseday Arthur Webster Epeah Port Ito Webster Hungerford Newcastle Port Mac Herts Price Yongaw

New Surgical Method Hopes To Prolong Life For Racers

Reports describe a pioneering operation on animals aimed at strengthening heart muscles and improving circulation. A Harley Street team performed a brief procedure lasting about three minutes, claiming it held promise for human use to ease disability from heart disease, though they stressed cautious optimism.

greyBounds Er Ware Oer Mall Harley Street

Fragmentary notice hints at failed federal procurement

A partially legible OCR fragment mentions a federal process and several unclear terms such as pre feast and Mart flares. Details are unreadable, but the item appears to relate to a government action or agency activity with missing nouns and dates.

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