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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 14, 1951
Page
2
French aviatrix Aurio, daughter of the president, achieves a new official record in a historic flight marking a milestone for women in aviation.
Northern Suburbs retained their top spot in A Grade with a clear win over Barton at Griffith on Saturday. Mabes tallied a hat trick for Northern Suburbs, while Smith scored twice as Northern led 3 0 at half time and finished 4 1. Waratah University also won as they held off University in a close Balmain race to second place. Redpath and Kaye were among scorers as Waratah showed strong bail control and persistence to secure victory.
Article reports Australia and other nations negotiating concessions under general agreement terms. It notes Geneva 1847 and Annecy 1949 accords, with Torquay to decide withdrawal or modification until October 21. Australia’s offers cover wool, bananas, oats, cattle, wheat, hides, and textiles, while other countries like Turkey and Sweden seek various products.
In a district meet the Canberrans posted a strong show with Briam leading a disciplined effort. Old Canberrams Joyce, Colwell and Denlur excelled as Holmes, Rath, and W GRADE Worateh contributed key points. The event highlighted steady teamwork and decisive finishing runs across multiple heats.
Sydney reports the fall in the average price of wool may lift purchasing power and help stabilize internal prices. The National Bank of Australia's monthly summary notes the drop could reduce wool production costs and support export income, though it cautions that external demand and investment will influence overall price levels.
Madame L Teh-Crusa, president of the Chinese Red Cross, accused Americans of using poison gas five times during the Korean War. She told the International League of Red Cross Societies executive committee that U S gas weapons on the Han River front saved themselves from defeat and warned of possible further warfare.
Fragmented text outlines Western Unity movement urging Western governments to warn Russia against expansion in Europe. Mentions Sandys and Paris, calls for standardized arms and a possible joint action plan, with unclear procedural details and garbled phrasing.
A report notes possible air deployment of supports to Korea if required. A government official said reinforcements could fly immediately, following talks with senior defense leaders who arrived from Melbourne. The aim is to counter continued shortages and keep forces ready to return to action.
Penglase claims victory in the Silver Spoon event at the Royal Canberra Gait meeting. Scores and results show multiple players across BV, A, and C grades, with several matches finishing close and several players finishing 1 or 2 down.
The second round of the competition for the Whiscard Cup was played at Red Hill course on Saturday. Picker ng 58 71 130 won by stroke from Howard 613 131 with back counts. The A Grade saw a count back for Byrne, J Brinkman, W Pittard winning. Canberra Wies Peasant Match Royal Canberra defeated Mose Vale by six games to one. D Corrganion beat E Cor sette. R Day defeated Bo Beresford and J Gale, T McCarthy 2 up, E Doddre t 1 up. EB Shepherd E. Weab 3 and 2. Cole dB Whyte Sand 2. McGregor a/R Vine 8 and 3. US Reties Welker Cup London, Sunday. American amateur golfers retained the Walker Cup against Britain at Birkdale, Lancashire, yesterday with an air of mixed matches to Airee, with three halved. The Americans on Friday won foursomes by two games to nil with two halved. They won four. Just three and halved one of the eight singles matches yesterday. It was the Americans 32th victory.
North Canberra edge Goulburn 8 7 in a tense open game noted for fierce defense and late scoring. Key players include Norths captain Beale and winger Haeigrove, with Steele, Healy, and Rankie among standout contributors despite a tight scoreline.
City ace Withers leads in a tense New Zealand Cup heat for Cancheste City. Dr Cryerton and Pica Fe rating Satie compete alongside Maralees and Dee Tanberrs in a high speed, contested race that tests endurance and strategy.
Pairs Handicap results list Grifiths and T Heyes with a plus four and Welch with We theely in negative two. Ken Greene Trophy saw Piggin 2 Browne and d Jacooon both finish around fifteen. Cox achieved seventeen and the war to be played next Saturday between Piggin and Teena.
Amateur billiards round details show Fire Brigade leading with 542 points from 30 games. Transport Billiards, Acton Seat, and Harman C. also feature in top results. many matches report individual breaks and scores, with final totals around 436 to 622 points across teams and players.
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