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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

May 15, 1929

Page

5

Australian golfers shine in London championship event

At a London ladies golf championship, Australian entrants excel with multiple walkovers and strong showings. Notable figures include Miss Lobbell and Miss Collett advancing to later rounds, while top contenders such as Miss Welles and Miss Wetteerend vie for titles amid a crowded field.

London Galtellar Andrew Furs Millar Metro Air Mlanen Qaveelles Nankbyeth Melbourn Dranes Ethmfed Einkel Witton Rome Witten Warrtenn Misa Welles MerurLey Ariel Pier Gate Lobbell Wetteerend Chenrit Walbat Collett

CAUGHT IN TREE Aviator's Plight RESCUED BY ROPES

An aviator became trapped in a tree and was rescued by rope work after an incident near the trestle over the weekend. The injured flyer and witnesses reported the event while authorities attended the scene. The exact location and names were unclear in the fragmentary text.

Italian Art Exhibition in London Stirs Curiosity and Confusion

The fragmentary OCR text hints at an Italian art exhibition in London with references to visitors, arrangements, and multiple names. It mentions venues, programs, and a possibly bustling social scene amid unclear wording and garbled phrases.

Missing Boy Dragging the River in Gerapton Incident

A garbled report from Gerapton mentions a missing boy, Geoffrey Hunt, whose body may be found drifting in the river. A search by local authorities and divers was ongoing, with early references to weeks and weather hampering rescue efforts.

Gerapton Geoffrey Hunt Bo Fur Folie Ony Sue

Persians and Turban Referenced in New Era Debates

A fragmented OCR fragment discusses Persia discarding a turban and references ideological shifts tied to art, morals, and reform. It mentions a Khan, various nations, and a debated “moon and morals” theme while noting changing sartorial and cultural symbols.

Corinne Reliarhoun

Shipping formation of state committees and markets

A garbled report discusses formation of state committees and related market actions. It mentions Perrine and Hiertonne, references transportation wheels and ships, and notes a clerical process by a department. The text is fragmentary and unclear about concrete outcomes or dates.

Shipgeliies Joan Thies

Standing Orders Reported By Carrimentinus Committee

A committee meeting is planned with discussions on curiam procedures and preventive measures. The draft notes reference officials, timing, and non specified actions amid a South Australian context and public safety concerns.

Carrimentinus Shaanti Aebetredon South Australe Piis

Entitlement Board Set to Meet on June Fourth

A government entitlements board schedules a session for June fourth to review pension eligibility and related benefits. Officials expect to announce guidance on claim processing and future policy adjustments affecting veterans and retirees.

Work Shy Four Months For Stealing TantIn

Javkeon, described as work shy, serves four months for theft. He faced previous charges including rape and a noted day affair in which a Sans stick mentioned in the report. The article notes travel plans toward South America and Liverpool in pursuit of a slip to reach Ane trata.

Tantin Javkeon Rime Fender Witrir Tates Iit Lee South Aumerica Liverpool Hin Anetrata

Graf Zeppelin Passenger Train Routing Confusion

Fragmentary OCR notes describe Graf Zeppelin passengers and a journey involving Wilkins and Sir George Wilkeit, with references to a Meux He and the Leeder. The text mentions a ceremony for the Chief Ae fos boon bevalgen and a route via Tevland and Newfoundland, suggesting a reported flight path or travel report with uncertain details.

George Wilkeit Fiat Tevland Newfoundland

Travesty Stars Snappy Revue At Capitol Theatre

Cast and crew under Dennell and Mae Traventy present a lively Capitol Theatre revue. Merriment from the ensemble and Phbe Verner entertains while Klavin, Thongein, and Colwell deliver songs in a vibrant program that draws applause and pleased responses from the audience.

Dennell Vaa Foy Mae Traventy Capital Theatre Sumteour Phbe Verner Dames Colwell Velee Klavin Thongein

Bomb outrage incitement case near Milveture

A fragmented report details a charge of inciting and planned collaboration among individuals including Meligingmci ents and others. The text mentions a police or legal action with suspects and possible involvement of a person named Phos Gerber and a claim of working for an unnamed party, with unclear sequence of events and a focus on arrest or investigation.

Oxford Students Plan South American Biological Expedition

STUDENT EXPLORERS at Oxford University plan to mount a South American expedition during a vacation. Led by Major WY, Tt. G. Hingston and experts from Hima layan exploration, the team aims to travel near British naturalists Darwin and Hodson, gathering forest and anti Corie biology data while securing funds from university support and private donors.

Oxford University lMerlinh Guinn Major WY G. Hingston Major Hingston Milford Howe Darwin Dintes Hodson Ronteria South America Mrn Ekilhad Ehewdt Willie Alebe

High Price For Ball On Perth Rear Land Sate

Fragmented text notes a high price for a ball related to a Perth event and land sale. Mentions prices of 2,800 and 154-6/0 and references to Poland, Germany, South America, Macedonia, and a person named Mie. with unclear roles. Context and specifics are unreadable due to garbled OCR.

Ormenine Perth Leila Poeland Cernuny South America Macetonia Trila Itliveasy

Motor Cycling Club Meeting Sparks Mixed Reactions

A Queanbeyan motor cycling event draws mixed reactions as members discuss enthusiasm, organization, and safety. Leaders from the Queanbeyan club and allied groups debate plans, funding, and upcoming rides while noting community interest and regulatory concerns.

Charity Benefit in Russell Hill Den Shows Community Support

A local benefit social and dance event at Russell Hill raised funds for distressed families. The program featured a school ball, euchre tournament, a novelty jailoon, and auctions of various items. Prizes were awarded to winners, with a chocolate waltz and Terwillow comet hor seconds noted, while expenses remained modest and donors thanked. Committee members included Mr A Grider, Mrs A Gardiner, Mr F Williams, Mrs F Williams, and Mr S Nebde.

Amott Etecetetul Gilgen Kirk Winbeham Pete Thowae Mrson Rey Snow Bepit Vrivia Mr. Crawsent Prises Donote F. Williams S. Nebde Ora

Vacancies in Fourth Division for Various Trades

The notice lists dozens of positions in the Fourth Division including Foreman, Lanotype Operators, Readers, compositors, setup and binding roles with salaries from £200 to £402. Applications require prior experience, portrait photo, and testimonials. Written applications must reach the Secretary to the Treasury by May.

Tender for concrete entrances at Hlawk 1 site

Tender format and conditions for construction of concrete entrances at Hlawk 1, Bh Ton Fo, with dated specifications and submission at the Meera Copii Commission offices in Artan. Federal Capital Commission, Canberra. No tender news story.

Hlaw'k 1 Thie Meera Copii Commmission Artan

Fishermen uncover Murray end in prank on matron

In a nautical yarn a practical joke on the hospital matron ends happily as fishermen recover a fish marked Murray end from a trap near the pier. The scene involves cod prices, a hospital, and local retail context.

Antures Lord Anglesr Wren Wits Murray End Haren Mir Cher Conkera Hae Murray

Printed and purchated by a detective police of the company

A clipped OCR fragment notes a printing and purchasing action connected to a company and its police department. The text is incomplete but implies involvement of a named entity and organization in a formal process. The readable terms include a printer, a company, and references to official roles.

J. Shakepeare Federalapertaal Pree of Australia, Ltd

Billiards Tournament Draw and Scores Mentioned

Fragmented notes describe a billiards tournament with players such as Alford Milew and Bradley Gillard. The draw lists matchups including Maher Fitromiriek versus Renirdens and Alford versus Milew, with several other pairings indicated. The snippet implies results or standings but lacks complete scores or context.

Hondien Pitepetnick Alford Muler Ruuider Lea W. Milesio AD. Trea Ciridudaly Peek Cernteh Krowning K Radley Rem A. Mererear Pry Foe Maher Fitromiriek Renirdens Milew Sullivan Vo Hwan Ciniondale Meneds Dresning Vo Henderson Bradley v. Gillard Moore v. Curry

Construction of Pontietie Work Op This Friday May 17

In Canberra a formal notice announces a construction project with a stated deposit and bid process. The tender requires sealed envelopes marked for the bidder and project. The call lists offices and dates for submission and specifies capitalized terms.

Chi James Cantioet Iserhine

Federal Capital Commission Tender Notice and Deposit

The Federal Capital Commission Canberra invites tenders for petrol supply and related services. Tenders must be lodged in a sealed envelope with the deposit. details include specific deposit conditions and official address 8 Young Street. Not all tenders will be accepted and reserve notes apply.

Lost. Two Conirhes and misspelled names in plea for help

Fragmented notice requests a petite positive couple, names misspelled, with a vague plea for vehicle or transport assistance. Nonsensical phrases and garbled OCR style obscure concrete details.

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