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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

May 27, 1936

Page

4

Hospital Sweep Proposed for Sesqui Centenary

A proposal for a 1,000,000 sweep to celebrate the sesqui centenary in Sydney will be discussed by the New South Wales Hospital Celebrations Committee. The plan envisages prizes totaling 1,000,000 with 200,000 to be distributed to local hospital beneficiaries after expenses, aiming to boost Australia’s profile and fund hospital needs.

Sydney Tucaiay New South Wate Hospitaly Asswehation An Welitica Blinpaany Incurs Bod Renna Orange Australia

Lethal Chamber Plan for Dogs Endorsed by Officials

The Interior Department proposes a lethal chamber for destroying unregistered or diseased dogs. The design mirrors British models and has support from the R.S.P.C.A. Officials state that carbon monoxide incapacitates dogs quickly with no distress, leading to rapid death.

Department of the Interior Great Britain R.S.P.C Carrodus

Wool and Fibre Outlook Across Markets Reveals Mixed Signals

The report notes falling wages and rising unemployment yet strong wool consumption due to fixed price retail chains. Prices for wool and cotton show uneven trends with global production up, stocks high, and demand remaining resilient. Outlook remains favorable for wool despite broader textile pressures and upcoming sales in Melbourne Geelong Adelaide and Sydney.

Winchcombe, Carson Ltd Atore Clothing England United Staten Haa United States

Aborigine’s Trial Ends in Acquittal at Supreme Court

The case of Valwin Theslnyy involved the murder of Lhurba denny. The jury found the defendant not guilty after an overnight inspection of the quartet and courtroom discussions. The prisoner reportedly carried from Ban, Wissoenpta.

Valwin Age Abirhsine Weuryun George Lie Supreme Court Iubra Denny Giles Audge Winondeed Une

Davis Cup Players Off Colour

Philadelphia reports say Australian tennis team not fully fit with Quist and McGrath hampered by injuries. Bad fingers and health concerns undermine readiness for upcoming ties.

Philadelphia Quist McGrath

Jockey Injured at Caulfield After Fall

Jockey Douglas suffered a broken left thumb and a sleep injury following Menelik's fall during training at Caulfield today. The incident occurred when the horse collapsed and nehooled, leaving Douglas unable to ride for the day.

Melbourne Dockey Douglas Menelik Caulfield

Readers' Views on Trade Policy From Canberra Times

Letter from JON DENT of Caner criticizes Australia’s stance toward the United States Japan and Britain in wool and wheat markets. He argues the wool embargo harms secondary industries and warns of long term damage, urging government corrective action before it’s too late.

Canberra Times Japan Kingland Australie America Tom Tate

Canberra Rugby League Exposes Flaws After Loss to Queanbeyan

Canberra rugby league notes a tough loss to Queanbeyan in the Maswy Cup clash. Critics highlight flat footed defense, weak tackling, and disjointed play from key players led by Hawke, Moore, and Mull. The piece lists a proposed lineup including Hawke, O'Brien, McNamara, Freebody, Anderson, and others, urging fixes for future matches.

Canberra Queanbeyan Buniay Yarda Keys Hawke Tin Moore Piger McGrath Agnes Angie Bolter E. Hawke A. O'Brien J. McNamara M. Freebody K. Anderson W. Key L. O'Brien E. Stanwell C. Byrne J. Johaston J. Grant H. Burke H. Bladen

Black Legion Members Held for Murder in Detroit

Detroit police report twelve men linked to the Black Legion are held on warrants for the murder and kidnapping of Charles Poole. Supposedly blames and confessions link prisoners, with one suspect identified as a certain man from the city. Police continue investigations.

Detroit Black Legion Charles Poole Llagion Blaine

Brnninghm Jobe Washsspeare Ends Publication

An obscure note appears in the Federal Capital Prous of Australis announcing the end of a publication lineage. Lady 6b Abe’s com pany Mam Birwet is cited in a ceremonial context with references to Canmen.

Brnninghm Jobe Prous of Australis Lady Abe Company Mam Birwet Brehien Canmen

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