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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 27, 1939
Page
2
Provision allows each denomination to perform its own graveside ceremony in the Canberra Cemetery plot. Ten returned men are already interred there, and any Australian soldier can find a final resting place in this section. Donations may be sent to honorary organiser H. J. Gates or to The Canberra Times.
The Canberra High School tender for radio equipment was awarded to A. J. Ryan of Kingston for 762 pounds. The contract must be completed by July 6. In sports news Davis Cup: Hare of England defeated Destreman of France 6-2 6-3 3-6 14-12. Boussus of France beat Shayes of England 6-2 6-4 8-0.
The Association announces a mixed doubles American tournament at Manuka courts on June 24 with entries via sports stores or Association reps. Notable matchups include Draddon, Barton, Reid, Northbourne and Forrest across multiple divisions. Hall challenges Reid for the Ryan Cup as entries fill quickly.
A statement anticipated in the House of Representatives suggests the government will not intervene in the Australian Broadcasting Commission decision to publish a journal. Ministers are believed to have been informed they lack legal power to interfere, while the commission may be urged to reduce competition with private enterprise as much as possible.
Queanbeyan Club riders face a demanding 24 mile Open Cup event with strong 12 mile form noted in the RRiders. Juniors contest a five mile handicap, and several named contenders start from 11 am including A Goldthorpe E Burn R Pepper J Bande and others in a field expecting a keen race tomorrow.
The Association backed a whirlwind club tournament at Manuka Eastlake over the weekend with Mrs Horrocks and Mrs Elliott winning 132 and 30 games respectively from a 48 game spread. A council meeting granted permission for a ladies doubles American tournament on Thursday June 1.
Speculation grows ahead of tomorrow's Carr Cup match between Canberra and Bombala at Environa. Canberra reshuffles due to injuries and training issues, while Bombala arrives at full strength led by Bettingfield, O Grady and Elton. The day opens with a Canberra possibles versus probables match at 2 pm, then the main game at 3 15 pm with Kingston transport leaving by 1 15 pm.
A lengthy listing of broadcast times and programs across multiple stations detailing daily slots. Entries include news, weather, music, sports, language lessons, public notices, and special performances from 6.30 through late night.
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