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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

May 19, 1936

Page

3

Hospital Board Defers Boiler Upgrade Decision

Canberra Hospital Board deferred a decision on converting the present steam boiler, after department submission and discussion. A fuel substitution and automatic operation plan were outlined, with expected savings and efficiency concerns noted, and a further report requested on the existing heating system before any action.

Avmport Department of the Lobirtor Canberra Foie Adriana Fe Wresent Nynten Tillyard Sait BcSadsad Evans

Boxing Bout Ends In Disqualification At Rush Mary Bay

In a chaotic fight at Rush Mary Bay Stadium Dek Humphreys defeats Juma Turlello on a late disqualification as a left hook leads to a jarring clash. The night features feints and rough exchanges with referees intervening as the crowd sees a tense, injury-tinged amateur bout unfold.

Byoney Dek Humphreys Baverio Turlello Rushmary Bay Stadium Tea Tallaces Turlello Taealan Plon Wry Caner Conan Tive

Canadian Ban On iScotch Haggis Reported In Ottawa

Fragmentary report notes a Canadian restriction related to a product described as iScotch haggis. The clipping references government departments and individuals such as William Frans but remains unclear and garbled in detail.

Pontrol Officers for Air Traffic Called in Brisbane

In Brisbane on Monday 71 people including Angie Aon were studied as part of a civil aviation leihnston inquiry. An air traffic control series was questioned about wage and training standards and a formal verdict may follow based on the day’s proceedings.

Brisbane Leihnston Teatic

Vessel Hits Sea Wall At Seaford In Dense Fog

London dispatch reports an Eurasian cargo boat As muri of 2448 tons crashed into the UK promenade at Seaford. The vessel wedged in the stonework and stranded by the receding tide as residents rushed to the scene. Nearby ships Clan Backin and Clan Rows collided in fog, both sailing to port under their own power.

London Seaford

New Trial Ordered In Sydney Rape Appeal

The appeal of six youths against a death sentence for an alleged crime at Paramatta was heard by the Court of Criminal. Chief Justice Bly Frederick Jordan said the jury may have misinterpreted the judge’s wording and ordered a new trial to ensure a fair verdict. Justices Davidson and Street concurred.

Sydney Paramtta Court of Criminal Penny Pylaander Hood

Tram Escapade Sequel at Father Court in Bail Fixing

A London court fixed bail at 80 shillings for two defendants, Arnold and SM, in a tramway incident case involving conductor Edward Liddle at Alexandria on 16. The alleged sequence saw a driver and passenger attempt to flee as a tram was driven away by a man named Taylor, who stopped it by pulling down the pole. Proceedings adjourned until May 28.

Bydney Arnold Fathern Bill Tevler Lesnaré Fill Edward Liddle Tramay Alexandria Palon Liddle Taylor

Cable Profits Rise With Dividend Increase Amid Growth

Dividend boosted amid higher profits and improved earnings. The report notes a two percent increase in the dividend and a one per cent rise in overall profits, signaling stronger financial performance for the cable company.

Light Horse Camp Preparations Near Canberra in 1907

Arrangements are under way for the annual Light Horse Regiment camp at Canberra early in 1907 with troops from the Canberra Troop and surrounding units. Major Richardson and Col. Harris will command, with Captain Lo Morgan and Lieutenant Bird among the officers. The camp, to be held in the Majura area near the Mulgrave and Rumbridgee rivers, will include maneuvers, inspections, fencing, and several balls. About 250 men will participate, with four extra days for erecting and striking camp. The Canberra Troop will host a parade and swordmanship tests, leading to the Efficiency Trophy presentation at the season’s end.

Heganth Light Horse Canberra Arraux Ancourren Ora Eftain Richardson G. i. Harris Mac A.B. Lo Morgan Eland Bird Srumbidgee Dan Eldad Une Alnane Majura Muanou Naltey Fourth Cavalry Brigade Louncers Canberrs RSSL A. Midiewcy Trohy W. Kinnage

Arbitration Court hears waterfront trophy dispute

The Canberra Chamber of Commerce faces a dispute over allocation of waterfront trophies between the Watwralde Werkars Federated team and the 7th Lighters Regiment. Judge Beeby blocked a preferred arrangement while noting labour tensions could resume if non Federations stall further. Turley indicated ongoing talks with regiments of New South Wales.

Melbourne Watwralde Werkars Ainim Canberra Gecre Turley Cheaan Beeby Valusteers Joompetition Viner New South Wales Erapsogera

Chinese graduate enters public service under new rules

A Canberra observer notes that a quiet capital fosters efficiency, praising 17 university graduates now serving under emended entry rules. Queensland graduate Lae, a former Rugby Union player, says Canberra is the home for public service growth and public servants impressed by the new system.

Canbarra Abemalas Huatle Cimries Que Wong Ah Chinase Commonwealth Lae Queensland University

Canberra Motor Cycle Club Holds Outdoor TT Race

The Canberra Motor Cycle Club hosted its first outdoor meeting featuring a 12 mile TT race over a 14 mile course. W. Barlow won the event with 10 laps in 30 minutes, R. Moore second, and W. Parsons riding a Velocette placed third in 30.85 minutes.

Canberra Motor Cycle Club Kt Benang WTC Queanbeyanton

Medical aid sought as Edenvonr reaches Brisbane

The freighter Edenvonr arrived from New York at Brisbane with Captain Hellings reporting a medical emergency aboard. Aboard was Doctor Abeant the Ramu in eld-Paddc and A. Brown injured by parallels one out from Panama. Brown was airlifted to a private hospital in a critical condition.

Briabane Cnan Edenvonr Welch Fiellings Edeavolor Brisbane Toe

Ladies' Midweek revival ends with tight rubber in hopeful weekend

Yarralumia clinched a 2 rubbers to 1 victory over Fabrahegia and Bar tou in a late midweek match, with one rubber unfinished. The All Wales Competition resumes with Round 4 in Grade Northbaliree, featuring Reid v Grimith and the draw listing teams including Northbourne versus Heid and two Fire Brigade squads.

Fabrahegia Bar Tou Yarralumia Stan Marty Iso Northbaliree I Shanti Deeal Ube Reid Grimith City Griff ‘Ith

Convent Ball Arrangements Reported for Friday Evening

Arrangements for the convent ball to be held Friday evening have been completed amid hopeful expectations. The community looks forward to a cheerful gathering with music and dancing as part of the event. The event is planned for the hall, with social entertainment starting at 1:30 pm.

Ian Ovn Pogson

Bass Strait Crossing Record Reported In Melbourne News

A detailed account notes a record bass strait crossing achieved today. Names listed include Mrs Edwarde, Mrs Taylor, Mrs McCallum, Mrs O Sullivan, Mrs Oldgeld, Mrs Mo Arthur, Mrs Blumenthal, Mrs Ballhouse, Mrs Brehealth, Mrs Avent, Mrs Mxiplineon, Mrs Rirphes, Mrs Tor, Mrs Warton, and Grace Ainslie T. Ainslie and Kingston Causeway sections are mentioned with timing around 1.40 am. The crossing by plane averaged 200 mph over 200 miles and cut the previous record by three minutes amid mild weather.

Fold Avent Irs Rirphes Tor Warton Cox Barrenger Adamson V- City Melbourne Weeds Mire Perryman Forrest Agra Hinchliffe Mex Ewens Tagsp Bupgeas Motmourne Braddon Mdre Launesseas Makery Absile Gillard Daniela Cour Mavae Ateau Reese Pat Tentir Tiene

Northbourn Aston Football Club Seeks Players for Eighteen Competition

Announcement invites players for the Eighteen competition, with training sessions on Thursday evenings and Tuesday sessions. Northbourn Aston FC calls for attendance at the Saturday event and welcomes any executive invitation to attend.

Northbourn Aston Football Club

Hurdle Frack at Baye Opens with Favored Show

In a hurriedly transcribed racing note, Baye hosts a hurdle event with key runners including Rosebery and Prince in the handicapped field. Newcomer 34 Fonlike leads early, with Laaons and Arenited among the notable challengers as odds move.

Baye

Campus roast incident details emerge from student group

In the 42nd district a campus event sparked controversy as a student group staged a roast of a senior official. Organizers defended the satire while attendees raised concerns about sensitivity and inclusivity. Police reported no injuries or arrests at the scene.

Woman robbed on liner near Sydney

A female passenger aboard a liner arriving from Wellington reports that a purse containing money in an envelope in her bag was stolen while she went to the bathroom. Police are investigating the incident aboard the vessel near Sydney.

Sydney Mtonawal Wellington Abe

Losses and Brightness After Unspecified Treatment

A fragment reports a person losing weight and feeling brighter after a method named Kroschen or similar. The text is garbled but indicates a weight loss both exceeding a stone and a brighter condition. No clear dates, places, or full names are readable.

Sunburn Mra and Local Matches Highlight Seaburn Stadium

McFarkans, Tavorampih and Jerr headline an uneven day at Seaburn as waterlogged fields and mud hinder events. Spectators witness Serena battles, Mirpit contests, and a Saucon quarter season injecting energy into the at-the-atre lineup amid rough conditions and new lipase discussions.

Mra B.C. McFarkans Saucon Qurouer Easson Atre Plenics

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