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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 25, 1931
Page
2
The Day and Boarding School for Boys led by Rev the Bishop of Goulburn offers well equipped class rooms large dormitories and extensive playing fields. It promotes a first-class education in country life within Australia’s capital with prep for all Indian and other examinations.
Northbourne teams sealed a series of A and H grade results as players Nish Waterman Kempton Jenkins and others posted wins. Acton and Forrest beat Forrest and Acton amid close sets while Murray Warnall and Cox Carter in tight rubbers shaped the day.
A Canberra Times reader letter comments on rugby law interpretations and umpire decisions. The note outlines rules for tackling, ball possession, out of bounds, and penalties, urging clearer judgments to reduce spectator confusion.
In the Canberra Golf Championship, four players advance from match play after Saturday results. Sweetnam and Williams win key matches, with Beith, Panton, and others failing to secure late victories as leaders emerge amid braced galleries and tense putts.
The Canberra Times announces subscription rates within Australia with post free delivery and annual prices. It lists agents and outlets in Canberra Kingston Queanbeyan and other towns offering the newspaper and early morning delivery details.
The record shows weather figures for Canberra including May readings, temperatures, wind, humidity, and rainfall. It lists mid month and daily measurements, with maximum and minimum temperatures and barometric pressure, followed by the note that rainfall totals for the year to date are recorded.
The Queanbeyan weather record lists rainfall measurements across several dates including May 12 and May 18, noting rainfall totals and temperature periods. Data appears with entries such as 9 a.m. readings and max min figures, though portions are garbled.
Complete power concrete plant including elevator with belt and hickers screen for separating to Jin power mixer hoppers motor five horse belting shafting and pulleon all in perfect running order Trial given Cost over £200 will take £100 Terms required for particulars apply Concrete Tines Piles
Data from Mount Stromlo records lunar and planetary positions for Monday May 25. Bun and Moon rise and set times are noted with Venus rising and setting around the given fractions, while Mare 1 pom and other timings appear in a compact table.
Forecast predicts clearing showers along the North Coast with overall fine conditions. Expect cold frosty fog at night, mild daytime temperatures, and a return of showers in western districts early in the week. Winds vary from west to south west and turn northerly inland.
Canberra forecast notes morning frost and fog on highlands, otherwise generally fine. Expect a mild day with a cold night and variable winds from the west to north west.
The piece contrasts Moscow's stance at Geneva and London with pressing Soviet shortages as the Five-Year Plan nears its crucial third year. It notes rationing, scarce goods, and exports of food and imports vs. rising heavy industry output, arguing the Soviets face less hardship than capitalist nations while facing internal strains.
A fragmented schedule lists broadcast slots from 8 15 to 10 15, featuring music, news, markets, and talks. Named acts include Mervly Ons Dance Orchestra, Hockdale Municipal Band, Vincent de Paul’s Boys’ Band, and Bendall and Aumont’s Orchestra with Mrs Campbell.
Queanbeyan tennis results from Glebe Park and Central venues show a series of doubles and mixed matches led by Glebe Park teams. Notable pairings include Kaye and Thompson versus Torch and Porch and Southwell and Smailhorn against Boreh and Porch with varied scores. Several encounters featured Bruce, Martin, and Whatman clubs battling Sebbens, Southwell, and Turton, while Methodist and Central lines noted several 4 set totals.
Goulburn Golf Club defeated Canberra in a weekend match for the Waterloo Cup, turning the trophy over after Canberra had held it for six months. Final tally was Goulburn 12, Canberra 11s, with multiple head-to-head results listed for the day's fixtures. The next Waterloo Cup match is set for Goulburn.
A motorcyclist was thrown onto a roadway after skidding on a lane surface Saturday morning. He sustained injuries and was taken to hospital in a serious but not life threatening condition. Doctors expect a lengthy stay at Conbery Hospital.
Bright hockey reports show Kingston defeating a rival as Welcher and Hull score for Pe wines with Ged contributing. Welch appears dominant in front, while the team struggles to convert opportunities and is criticized for umpire tensions.
Kingston earned a 2 to 1 win with Iren scoring twice and Hicks adding a late goal. The text describes constant pressure in the second half, strong defense, and standout play by Anderson, Jones, Burks, and others, though the report remains garbled with unclear details.
The event on the Federal Highway featured riders such as McCrorey and Roche battling tough opposition. Metreores led early, McCrorey surged to the front on the final stretch to win by a comfortable margin, with Wilkinson and Kilpatrick in pursuit as Lawrence and Patrick trailed. Time recorded as 75 minutes and 10 seconds.
His Excellency the Governor of New South Wales Lanky Gime and supporting figures including Mr David Came Mina Toremary Game and Lieutenant-Commander Gifford, RAN, participate in a local government type meeting. The report notes involvement by Crowdy in the session held in Canberra.
Emta w practice week saw PACA members selected to represent the association at the County Carnival in Sydney during King’s Birthday weekend. Forward Lith showed form as a possible scoring contributor. Next week competition pauses for practice and law. team plans and schedule to be finalized.
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