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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

May 19, 1937

Page

3

Fragmentary court notes from Queanbeyan region

The report summarizes a chaotic court scene with mentions of carekeeper roles, a toad case, shop observations, and several named individuals including Denald Gourgand of Dir aninion Crescent Canberra. It notes driving offences, license transfers for venues and hotels, and improper vessel and transport references amid unclear procedural details.

Aude Denald Gourgand Diraninion Crescent Canberra Mator Ceppers

Canberra Tram First Put Into Use

Report details the Canberra Albury tram system milestone with new sleeping cars, modern fittings, and passenger comforts. It notes six week delivery, two sleeping compartments, and special seating for ladies, plus reserved carriages and leather upholstered interiors.

Canberra Gomberrnaburys Mikael Ee Pashenigern Kim Clea Tra Ville Caiareca Mante Canberra-albury shipUkiayg Wader Peramatsaion Sewal Canterra

Reader questions national anthem status in Canberra Times letter

A Canberra Times reader questions the assertion that Advance Australia Fair is Australia’s national anthem. The correspondent cites South Australia’s long acceptance of Song of Australia, argues for official recognition, and notes early adoption at federation events. The letter defends Advance Australia Fair as widely known and suitable, urging confirmation by authorities and nationwide publication.

Canberra ‘Times Pam Canberra Australia New South Wales Wil South Australia Kome Austrain Canberra Times Fale Edmund Barton Commonwealth Centennial Park Sydney

Poultry Show Preview at Queanbeyan Showground Today

The Queanbeyan Poultry Club hosts the annual show with entries from the Southern District promising high standards. Notable sections include Wyandotte and Australorp with a strong pool class and many top birds expected, while Mr W McGilvray of Goulburn showcases Silver Wyandottes. Victorian judge J M Lowe notes recent Queanbeyan entries could rival any in Australia, setting Canberra breeders for keen competition.

Queanbeyen Poultry Club Queanbeyan B. Keon Wyandotte Audirnlorp Orpington Laa Fegard Hilver Wynndottes W. McGilvray Goulburn J. M. Lowe Queanbeyan P Australia Canberra

Dance in aid of Mr Bert Azelby in Cambridge Hall

Notice announces a charity dance in aid of Mr Bert Azelby to be held Saturday evening near Cambridge Hall with attendees urged to return a found pair of football boots at 1 Westlake.

Nois, Benelt Bert Azelby Noid Cumsrway Hall Lear Kimgaton Westlake Brown Mackay

Murder Rumor in Canberra Unconfirmed by Officials

An unconfirmed report from Canberra claimed white men were murdered by Aboriginal people near Alley Springs. Officials said no known murder or crime tied to Burns's Clanmean or Cargill Dairy could be substantiated, with no confirmation by the department. The details appeared in a brief May 1967 note with uncertain origins.

Canberra Alley Springs J. . Carrodus Burns Caveney Cargill

Nursery Handicap and related racing notes from Hin Division

A fragmented wartime style listing covers Nursery Handicap race entries with Bhireen Th east Futurity and horses like Verde, Leotidus, Torch, Rewrn Acaorl Re Tek, Briaw, Sir Brian and Lay Cov. It also references a Wellington Friday meeting notice, a General Committee meeting, and racing agents contacts.

Bhireen Theast Futurity Verde Leotidus Torch Briaw Durden Sir Brian Lay Cov

Community Singing at Causeway Hall Tonight

Local organizers invite residents to a community singing event at Causeway Hall in the municipal building. Leaders urge attendance to support unity and cultural engagement as the night features a varied program led by notable volunteers and officials.

Af Corman Une Cathulle

Employer Fined For Assault In Sydney Case

An employer was fined for assault in Sydney. August Joseph Mame reportedly received £80 in damages after a detaining incident at the Centay Court. The case involved confrontations with a captain and a pink pubetan, with allegations of abuse within a domestic context.

Sydney Montay Joseph Mame

Royal Commission Evidence Mentioned in Police Inquiry

Sydney inquiry reveals Chief Secretary and Minister for duance cited in the 8. P. Royal Commission as Constable Jefferson Brown testifies. Details touch on transfers, a 1926 pursuit, inspector reports, and alleged misconduct surrounding police officers and a noted figure. The inquiry continues with witnesses and potential future evidence.

Sydney Duance Royal Commission Jefferson Brown Windayey Whee Brown Wileged Iss Kgoinnl Euperior Camera Updagi Puss Doane Dean Anton Deana Kouwa Joule Ninco Amuerichville Pailice

Tamworth Cup Race Report From Tamworth Tuesday

A garbled entry lists the Tamworth Cup event with bettors and multiple horses. Names such as MOHICAN and HASAK appear amid an unclear results line and assorted odds.

Tamworth Mohican MMM Deiden Huaalong Swam Gonrks Nelpravin Black Laughter Moritor Hasak Verberry Harkleton Meroina Rooke Brown Iron Variorn

Canberra Rugby League aims for Mansy Cup glory

Canberra representative team prepared to challenge for the Massy Cup with selectors to name the squad Thursday. Saturday sees Routh City versus Kinigrton at Northbourne, with a Junior fixture at Kingston Oval and another junior match. Queanbeyan’s surprise loss to Yass follows Canberra’s win over Tumut as teams travel by omnibus with seats available to the public.

Canberra Yurant Sun- Gay Routh City Kinigrton Northbourne Kingston Oval Queanbeyan Yass Tumut Yaas Cathberra City Yau Rose Nan Gooteairn

Gosford Races Malden Handicap Results and Odds

Race notes show John McNab atop the 710 yard Malden Handicap with Actrens and The Towers among the placers, betting odds published for each horse. Weiter Handicap results list Brardene and Interview as top finishers, with divisions and times recorded, followed by a table listing horses and bets with multiple names and fluctuating odds. The text also references racing notes from Dr. Frederick Watson and mentions Australasian records and Canberra Times commentary on pronunciation and national heritage of Australia.

Malden John McNab Knox Actrens J. O'sullivany the Towers AR. Denholm Jew Suss Reakter Cranumt Dark Ray Actrond Towra Weiter Brardeng UR Jasen R. Denholm Tuscany F Jumoai Cap St. Firat Welan Mehran Fuer Salmon Atl Wenrnakn Alden Karr Piva Neoured Halement Frederick Watson Aeek Time Kaller Wwe Avatrallan Mistirical Records

Statement by Dr Watson on Advance Australia Fair origins

Dr Watson recounts PD McCormick writing and publishing Advance Australia Fair under Amicus, noting editions prior to federation and the change in the third and fourth verses. He lists items tied to the Commonwealth inauguration and cites officials, chorus lines, and a garbled ledger of names and race entries.

Advance Australia: Fair PD. McCormick Amicus New South Wales Queensland Commonwealth Literary Pentons Fun Cormick Advance Australia Fair Wake Awake Australia Hall Commonwealth Stuart Blackie Bainburgh Edmund Barton Avatralia Anon The Swarnin Ewore Gayemoe-Gen- Sf Glo Ravn

Moval Camborra Golf Club Event Tonight

The report lists a series of players and matchups for a golf evening at the Moval Camborra Golf Club with teams or pairs including Ye Bao, Tannen, Williams, Edington, Moore, and more. It notes a tournament night and several participants, with incomplete overheard names and affiliations.

Ye Bao Feo Chir House Tannen Malti Setrmeldery Wiliiemny Edjimgton Moarcaw Rosnaneya Westheemans Cagm Yd Borey Cwmmen F. Cox

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