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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

May 19, 1939

Page

2

Sheep and cattle market roundup at Fleming sale yard

Sydney market notes show generally good sheep quality with 25 000 penned and 1 900 yarded for Ready competition though demand eased from Monday. Cattle values for prime dressed beef rose 5 to 10 shillings with wethers and ewes priced around 12 to 22 shillings and bulls and cows declining in some lots. W. J. Gibbes reports steady clearance at Queanbeyan sale while buyers thin and older sheep less in demand as winter nears.

Sydney Fleming Nn Saleyarda W. J. Gibbe and Co Queanbyan V. Jorda

Mule sale at Queanbeyan and Canberra stock yarding

Woodgers and Calthorpe Ltd set next sale at Queanbeyan Municipal Saleyards for Thursday night with 2000 sheep and 30 cattle. Canberra yarding on May 31 will offer 4000 sheep and 100 cattle. Goulburn sale on May 20 features W Hi Wheatley offering a varied yarding.

Queanbeyan Bale Woodgers and Calthorpe Ltd Queanbeyan Municipal Canberra Woodgers and Calthorpe Ltd Goulburn Atute W. Hi. Wheatley

Break of Rail Gauge Discussed by Assembly Subcommittee

A subcommittee of the tentative Assembly debates railway gauge issues. The discussion centers on compatibility with existing lines and the impact on rolling stock. Officials consider a possible gauge alignment to ease future trackage and trade movements.

Sydney Phaneley Werner

Daves Double D Drench Promoted For Sheep Worms

An agricultural notice urges sheep breeders to treat parasitic infections with Davies Double D Drench. It claims multiple worm types affect health and production, endorsing fresh preparation at Kingston Dispensary under authoritative guidance and noting a 9 per udon strength for liver fluke treatment.

Davi Kingston Davies

New Coin Design Prompts Odd Symbol on Halfpenny

A proposed coin design features a kangaroo and an eight pointed star with Tausteulian Halfpenny markings. Details indicate the design will be previewed at Davice Pharmacy and may begin operating from May 12. Orders should go to J. L Fisher in Canberra.

Kangaruy Cnin Davice Theat Thinwan J. Ls Fisher Commonwealth Davies Kington Canberra Gaxsite

Richmond Races Report Mixed Entries and Odds

A chaotic summary of stakes and results from the Richmond Races featuring Handicaps and divisions. Names include Land of Hope, Kentucky, Jordan's Pride, Dorothy Perkins, Treasure Hunt, Teddy Boy, Arkhein, and more with varied betting odds and lengths noted.

D. Ashmores Land of Hope H. Perry Kentucky A. Thomas Othern Ble Barsong Tosmorrow Audrey Ayres Mr Mag Cady Laura Sea Hoyo Overproof Hale Dorothy Per Jgine Davidson F. Lewial Jordan's Pride UF. Dajey Montock Princene Elvire Lady Avon Dorothy Perkins Trenaure Hunt Jordana Pride Diva Tia Twey Uo Len Gi Ha Inne Im. Ziyde Dover Ay J. Dowel Evereaty Teddy Bas Taia Salome Harpan DOVER Aven Evercello Teddy Boy Morellio Marion ‘Teomble V. Lawrence Arkhein D. Fook Donny Brook A. Harvey Bonny Avon Daley Brand Pud Jackhore Betings Ronalas Donnybrook Bonny Avon Dive Tine

Australian Admiralty warrant allows small yachts to fly Red Ensign

Australian government issues Admiralty warrant enabling small yachts and registered boats to fly the Australian Red Ensign. Prime Minister Mensie stated the warrant follows the Commonwealth naval authority’s recommendation and takes effect immediately.

Acatralian Australia Mensie Commonwealth Naval Authoritie

Lyra missing over Atlantic flight from Newtmndi

Stockholm dispatch reports American flyer Backman who hopped off from Newtmindi and 1% hours overdue. He is feared to have perished in the Atlantic as rescue efforts continue.

Lyra Stockholm Backman Atlantic

Arch and Horse Racing Notables in Curio Card Style

Historical fragment lists participants and times for races and horse events. Mentions FRANDEN, Richmand, ARCH, Ma eddy Boy, and others with times like 5 and 7 and delays. Includes references to Treasure Hunt Botting, Cammon, and various place names in a cryptic OCR fragment.

Richmand H. Hanley Whim Duncan Teddy Boy Ward Tmbiher Balgas Gronvenor Bavave Atrathbeel Hing Light Arch Ma Eddy Boy Diver Matta Tongth Janeth Franden Cook Inequtry A. Harver Camelia Ro F. Lewin Laruna Grand Coradmory Tresaure Hunt Botting Tau F Cammon Halt & Neck

Canberra Model Aero Club Formed At Public Meeting

Public meeting at Albert Hall approved formation of the Canberra Model Aero Club’s provisional committee to draft a constitution and organize competitions. A model engine donated. a plane built for testing and demonstrations planned. winners receive half hour flights. Vice President Mr A J Ryan chaired. Mr J S Canill and others elected to provisional committee. Next general meeting scheduled Friday June 0.

Canberra Math Aeroplant Club Waa Westnaday Al‘bert Hall Provininasl Owl Bullt Wsted A. J. Ryan Hull Rustic Canberra Asia Club Canberra Aero Club Mr. A Ir. 3 G. Stubington Canberra Menora Bolton Marchant Canberra Mariel Aero Clube J.T. H. Goodwin Thoye Ina Tiwan Ta Bw Col. Goodwin Mavnmen Mesars Canill Rostov R. M. Baker H.T. Haker D. R. Bennett Nell Black R. M. Kennard KW. Kennard Willy Canty Wirt Ryan Air A. I. Ya

Hospital Auxiliary Meeting Next Monday

The hospital auxiliary will meet Monday in the nurses lounge at 2 09 p m. The Swing Committee works on curtains for the nurses dining room while the Library and Flower Committees distribute items to patients. The Garden Party funds will be used to serve hot meals and comfort patients during Canberra's cold weather. President J W Ashton will welcome visitors.

Nurs Hook Warda Tee Canberra Nera J. W. Ashton Willad

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