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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 28, 1945
Page
3
In a tight ACT hockey meet, Barton defeated Staff 3 2 while Checks edged AMC 4 2. Fairbairn beat Golds 2 0 in a hard fought matchup. University triumphed 3 1 over RMC as the season table shows Checks lead with Barton and Golds close behind.
Local ring events near Melbourne and Sydney feature muddled results with Nilan Beart Hoth failing to regain a title within regulation time. Alf Gallagher defeats Sack Mare by decision in Melbourne while Billy Meraiten outpoints At LWatkine in 12 rounds. Newcastle issues crown goes to Sunday Groves Rapids after a tight bolt round.
A new treatment marketed as a thermal cold remedy claims to ease children's congestion and coughing while they sleep. The product is described as offering faster relief, with references to warming effects and soothing comfort for heads and chests. Reportedly produced locally, it cites familiar brands and the notion of quick action, though details remain unclear and unverified.
Eastlake drops to a 22 14 third quarter deficit as Acton battles to 136 1 64 lead, then holds on after Navy and Air Force clash. Spear and Ware star for Acton while Eastlake struggle with infringements as final score favors Acton 13 6 to 6 4 with a late push by Eastlake.
In a disrupted Division One program Kingston edged Barton by eight games as Northbourne rode undefeated to a decisive win over Alverton. Matches across divisions saw Northbourne display strong form with mixed results and several tightly fought ties while the disrupted A.C.T. tennis day left several games uncompleted.
A contested protest involving Senator Bonne and other officials triggered a political clash in Washington. The dispute centered on delays and explanations for a reported incident. Local figures, including Captain Stephens, were mentioned amid tense exchanges and a ceremony referenced as the ALF back from Benzabne.
Canberra beat Queanbeyan 17 6 after leading at half time with a first half try. Betta scored for Queanbeyan with Miles conversion, while Canberra rallied late to seal the result in a hard fought junior match.
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