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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

May 17, 1937

Page

3

Ainslie maintains winning run over Queanbeyan in strong display

Ainslie extended their winning streak with a decisive victory over Queanbeyan, keeping their undefeated run from last season alive. Queanbeyan pressed to challenge the champions but faltered under the Tricolours onslaught at Kingston Oval. Eastlake opened its season against Acton, showing promise but lacking experience to overturn Acton's early lead. The Rugby Union Interstate match at North Sydney Oval saw New South Wales defeat Queensland, Towers contributing with a goal and three penalties to seal the win.

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Acton and Eastlake clash in chaotic league match

In Sydney action Acton fight hard against Eastlake in a rain soaked opening round. Eastlake led early but Acton’s defense and Haslam along with Ellman steered a comeback with multiple goals. Final margins favored Acton as they outplayed the visitors in the later stages.

Ainslie Defeats Queanbeyan In Tight Match

Ainslie beat Queanbeyan at Northbourne Oval amid strong defence and late pressure. Peirce, Loftus, Brown, and Dee star for Ainslie while Atkinson and Gibbona led Queanbeyan's attack with several goals. Weather favors a high‑scoring finish as the final tally favors the home side by a narrow margin.

Vex Sona Bet Promberly Queanbeyan J. Mulquinney Brown J. Bond James O'Donohue Fald Jcloh Dee Amalie Alinalie Coo Rat Atkinson Daof Lyng Moore Atkinson Avere Guvaral Gueannegan Uirouga jeNamara Band Wong Inter Ray Thompson Toore Gibbona Bald Amnalie Busan Tnitely Deo Wae O'Donnohoe Loftus O'Donoghue Ryan Piny Ictons Ine McNemara Alalle Ainsiie Vamea Orward Vieltara McNamara Gorman Queanbeyan Mipportera Ammie Gueanbeyan Tg Apts Ainulte Gueanbeyan Peirce Dean Dake Paon Marule Jarnde Seraan Bram Jeanteyan Aluaite Latigor Alradié Ainslie Winnees Weoran Avnatie Zena Quasabeyan Peaura Ainslie Der Worthy

Melbourne Football Race Heats With Premership Battles

Melbourne results hinge on a tight premiership race as Melbourne 10 14 defeated Carlton 13 20 and Footscray, Preston, Coburg and other clubs posted wins. North Melbourne beat Carlton and South Melbourne upset Geelong, signaling a crowded fight for top four with next Saturday’s Collingwood clash drawing a record crowd.

Malhourne Kilda Collingwood North Melbourne Carlton South Melbourne Joneml Geelong Kelisher Melbourns

Inaugural Pour-Ball-Bast Ball Par Com Competition Draws

On Saturday afternoon three pairs tied for the trophy in the Pour-Ball-Bast Ball Par Com event. Notable results include Romans and Lemon at 0 up, Floberts and de Sonlor 9 ups, Hopkine and Marcusson 3 up, Hathold and Finlayson 7 up, Shannon and Ware 3 up, Bull and Murphy 7 up, Painter and Catone 7 up, Hylon and Mperlaon 8 up, Parbery and de Ealington 8 up, Fumell and Cook 30 up, Whitley and Cashmore 6 up, Hughes and Fraser up 6, Downs and Schneider 0, Cole and Wallace 9 up, Cox and Carradue 5 up, Calvert and Lucas 4 up.

Romans Lemon Floberts de Sonlor Hopkine Marcusson Uni Hathold Finlayson Shannon Ware Bull Murphy Painter Catone Hylon Mperlaon Parbery de Ealington Fumell Cook McDonald Whitley Cashmore Wi Hughes Sir Harry Bhi Fraser Han Downs Schneider Cole ‘& Wallace Cox Carradue Calvert Lucas

Port Flashes From Many Fields in Racing News

Reports from Albion Park and Brisbane mention Nell and Exvaurite in contention after a run, with a second place in the Second Divine Handicap. A jockey died after a fall, while owners seek £2000 from railway commissioners. Henry Edgar, owner-trainer of Mais, NZ colt, died on teat day. A.J.C. Pall anticipates June Supreme Court causes. Migentine withdraws from racing engagements after a tough season. Senorita plans one more season before stud duties following Coronation Cup setback. Hen. Ty Chariton renews lease with RC Allen to end of year. Senorite appears fit and negotiations for Carroll-Barney Ross fights begin with hopes for Carroll fund. Bernay Rosa may visit Australia for bouts. Y. McGrath’s injury may ease, enabling return to training soon. Sprvile remains patient as weather allows a start.

Henry Edgar Mais A.jc Pall Supreme Court Senorita Ty Chariton Fir RC. Allen el Zenorite

Manuka Triumphs Over Queanbeyan In Close Rugby Duel

In a tight contest last week Manuka edged Queanbeyan despite late pressure. Dag Giles and Laws sparked Manuka attacks while Queanbeyan fought back after half time with five quick goals but fell four points short as the Red and Blacks secured victory. Junior stars Mulligan Steven Smith Moore Mayneers Murphy Hollins Gleury shone in a separate Greens defeat.

Deyan Manuke Dag, Giles Laws Ingvala Queanbeyan Mulligan Stevenn Smith Moore Mayneers Murphy Hollins Gleury

Second XVI footballers prep for season start

The organization outlines a meeting at Acton Hall Tuesday night to set season figures. Second XVI players are asked to attend training at Northbourne Oval on Tuesday and Thursday evenings for team practice ahead of the Saturday season opener.

Ightvons Ars Acton Hall Alnane Northbourne Oval

Coronation Ball Cloakroom Item Missing at Albert Hall

A cloakroom theft is reported at the Albert Hall during the Coronation Ball. The overcoat from Chorley & Co. and a Bretson branded hat were stolen. item details and the owner R.A. McKillop of Canberra are noted. A meeting of the 1G.T. Rugby League is scheduled tonight.

Chorley & Co Fund Bretson R.A. Mek Albert Hall R.A. McKillop City Canberra

Collision in rain injures cyclist on Commonwealth Avenue

A cyclist was injured in a rain collision on Commonwealth Avenue. The rider, identified as Morideth Jonea of Wenrtige, sustained a fractured limb and was admitted to a nearby hospital for treatment.

Commonwealth Avenue Digwers & Hloysle Velet Camumonweaiss Lene Wenrtige Bs

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