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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 23, 1931
Page
4
New London dispatch reports Hubert Wilkins plans to launch a submarine expedition to the Arctic. The vessel has arrived for submergence trials ahead of deployment, with departure tentatively set for Friday.
Fragmentary OCR text describes a hand built temple and silent builders at Hollywood with references to Tumphore Ita and Chiltern's Newapaper. The piece mentions a ceremony or event, noting a hand crafted structure and local talk about the duration and influence on neighbors.
A brief note describes Woods promoting a peppermint product called Wigwy Wigfor coughs colds and influenza like symptoms. The item emphasizes relief and wellness, citing a remedy marketed for common illnesses.
The May meeting of the Horticultural Society at Acton Hall Monday evening will feature competitive displays. Exhibits include Chrysanthemums and Chrysanthemum varieties, Phlox, violets, and pansies, with limited entries per exhibitor. President Bruce to speak on plant conditioning. prize list includes vase Chrysanthemums, Apthehinum, Phlox, violets, pansies, cabbage, and vegetables collections.
General notes report Mre Klridge appointed as anaixtantaecretary to the Horticultural Society. The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research studies lettuce disease with brown specks, inviting infected growers to send names. Ormond Plant Farm Pty Ltd warns dealers must have authority for plant orders, with upcoming delivery plans for November or December. Farmers advised of rose and fruit tree planting season and Mr Warren’s page announcement. Canfield Victoria specialist ALK Kansone releases 1980 82 catalogue details, with careful packing and delivery conditions. The Rocky horticultural expo dates fixed for spring and autumn shows.
The Cooma Road Nursery at Queanbeyan offers fruit trees, roses, and citrus suited to the climate. Customers are invited to visit the nursery to select stock. Prices listed include 1/6, 18/ and 1/8 bar 18/ options with standard roses and other varieties. Ring 121 Queanbeyan for details and recent reliable reports of good results.
A Parliamentary statement by officials indicates that subventions for friendly societies, including AYDNNCY and Priday Yours, may be halted. The government plans economy measures and is reviewing the subsidy in light of overall budget constraints. The decision is under active consideration.
Unclear OCR from Moorfield race card lists multiple events and runners for hurdles and handicaps. Entries include Kogarah Stakes and Flying Handicap with numerous horses such as Arkantm Samue, Drowsy Bird, Canberra Chemosh, Wing Conw, Mountebanke, and others. Juvenile Handicap divisions feature several named horses and handlers. race start times around 1, 2, and 3 pm implied.
Fragmentary report indicates a betting syndicate case in the Metropolitan district with sentences imposed. Mentions individuals protest sentencing and a total of 13 pounds or equivalent penalties. Reading is uncertain due to damaged text.
A fragmentedOCR item presents a puzzle style dialogue attributed to Mr Keane and Mr Gabi. It references a two day challenge, questions and answers, a test of wit, and possible emphasis on money and opportunity. The readable segments mention a jury like setup and a sequence of questions. The text remains garbled but hints at a quiz or riddle event with named figures.
A garbled OCR记录 from a London section mentions names and places with unclear events. It references Kings, Chott Thowaeatit, and various personal names, hinting at social or cultural items but lacking coherent details or dates. The piece appears as fragmented reporting with no discernible outcome.
An old gossip style advertisement extols Gwyneth style hair dye claims to restore natural color and youth. It urges readers to buy a product from retailers in Cox, Parmele Cam, and Queenbeyan, listing ages and cosmetic benefits with mock medical tone.
The minutes note sermons and readings at First Church with Rev. Bre and ministers leading services. Salvation Army gatherings on Hawkner Street and Araddon discuss conversion and faith. Christian Science activities include Sunday evening services at the Heetuen Hanwe with Albert Math Honk and Hublert onsite.
A fragment from a church notice questions why religious groups oppose lotteries. The text is garbled with unreadable lines and names, offering no clear event, location, or date.
The Methodist Church marks the anniversary of its founding at the Aubioet Avenue hall with a ceremony. Local clergy and choir members will participate as the congregation reflects on past decades and looks toward future service.
Fragmentary text suggests a report about debt settlement after a long period. Names and places are garbled. readable elements mention payment completion and a finance related event but lack clear details or identifiable persons or organizations.
The fragmentary text references a vote or event at Haven with references to police or public matters and various people and places. It reads as a garbled OCR result with multiple names and terms, making precise specifics unclear. The readable content suggests a discussion of voting or civic matters and a maritime or Atlantic setting.
A fragmented clipping reports on a rain related event affecting Curaite Matters with unclear details. Readable elements mention local names and a possible municipal issue or weather impact. still the article lacks complete context or identifiable actions and outcomes.
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