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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Oct 04, 1939

Page

6

Molonglo Defeats East as Miles Captures Eight Wickets

In a cricket match at Molonglo the visiting East batsmen struggled as Miles from Queanbeyan took eight Molonglo wickets for 166. Molonglo's batting contributions include L Webb and J. Murphy among others, while East Queanbeyan efforts feature H Murphy and W. Gates with notable dismissals by L. Robbie and W. Robbie.

Miles Queanbeyan Beeres East Queanbeyan H. Murphy T. Robbie F. Murphy L. Robbie G. Curtis Robbie W. Gates C Blandon BP W. Robbie J. Gates W. Robbie Sie Blandon Smith Ayer Te Robbie

R M C Victors Over St Patrick's College In Social Cricket

At Duntroon the R.M.C. defeated St Patrick's College Goulburn in a social match. Notable scores include Burke and Murphy among RM C players and solid bowling by Dumbleton, White, and Brooker. St Patrick's contributed Riordan and Dempsey with competitive runs and bowling from Warhurst and Dumbleton.

Duntroon R.msc T. Patrick's College Goulburn Beores Patrick's Casalm W. White Burke Collins Shurman McDonough Brooker Carryl Murphy Brooker Bateup

Wool Clip Sale to Britain Nearing Agreement

Sydney reports the Australian Prime Minister said Australia would set wool prices for export to Great Britain. Officials expect a price near 6d per pound with a wide spread of about 300 prices for various clip portions. The contract awaits British government approval and details of the sale.

Sydney Menaies Baenirean Lancer Great Britain Weel Swadney

Greaney Clinches Queanbeyan Grade Golf Title

In the final Greaney defeated 8. Taylor 4 up and 2 over 36 holes, after leading early morning. Greaney clinched victory on the long 33rd with solid golf. W Punshon won the Sunday afternoon comp with 71. H Dreyer 6 nett won the above from Wilsom 61. Club donates to Ambulance and Hospital Fund. Women's Voluntary Service closes October 22 to aid the service.

J. Greaney Taylor Greaney W. Punshon Women's Voluntary Service

Wrongful arrest sparks request to Parliament

Sydney Tuesday Mr H J Bate appealed to Parliament to rectify what he called an incredible Crown action against a South Coast resident. The accused man, married with two children, was arrested for stealing a fur coat but police later confessed a mistake. He filed wrongful arrest proceedings and lost. Justice Minister Treatt said he would inquire into the matter.

Sydney H. J. Bate U.A.P Acton South Coast Treatt

Retired Police Reserve Bill Introduced in Assembly

A bill to appoint police reservists to act as a secondary force in emergencies was introduced in the Legislative Assembly. The measure, read a first time, aims to bolster security with retired police personnel serving as reserve officers.

Sydney Legislative Assembly

Melbourne police recall 50 pensioners for duty

Police plan to recall 50 pensioners to active service to free younger officers for current duties. The veterans will resume the tasks they performed before discharge as part of a workforce expansion in Melbourne on Tuesday.

Melbourne Vietoria

Wrestling notes from Sydney and Newcastle matches

In Sydney l'Geseert Tho defeated Jo nathan 17.5 to win two falls to one over Colef Little Wall. In Newcastle Pat Fraley defeated Lic Jensen who could not continue after the sixth.

SY Lney Odey Brother Jonathan Colef Little Wall Newcastle Pat Fraley Lic Jensen

ACT Secondary Schools Sports Carnival Opens At Manuka Oval

The 12th annual ACT Secondary Schools Sports meeting starts at 10 30 a m at Manuka Oval with 39 events. Strong entries from Canberra High Canberra Grammar and Church of England Girls Grammar plus Goulburn High St Patrick s Goulburn and Queanbeyan Intermediate High School foster a spirited rivalry. Canberra Grammar leads senior records eight of nine while Canberra High Grammar and Goulburn High hold several under 16 marks.

A.C.T Manuka Oval Canberra High School Canberra Grammar Church of England Girls' Grammar Goulburn High St. Patrick's Goulburn Quean Canberra Grammar School Canberra High Grammar Goulburn High School

Brewery combine debate in Legislative Assembly inquiry urged

Mr Davidson proposes empowering Justice de Boun from the Industrial Commission to probe the brewing industry. Mr Pavidsen asks the Premier if key figures discussed conflicts over breweries and whether 75 percent of Molel Heeneses in the state are agents or employees. Mr Mair signals a cabinet report on liquor trade.

Sydney Justice de Boun Industrial Commission Davidson Lab Legislative Assembly Pavidsen Mr. Mai Tootha Teeaheys Rei Pelea New South Wales Molel Heeneses Mair Justev

Six Day Sydney Cycling Race Sees Rider Changes

In Sydney the six day race at the Sports Arena saw M Francoise relieve H Guyett after a rest night. Guyett left track for special treatment while Francoise rode to take over. At midnight the leaders were L Rodgers and H Bloomfehl with 168 points, followed by E Greig and A Latca on 90 and L Bartow and W Smith on 72.

Sydney Am Oreach H. Guyett M. Francoise Francoise Guyett L. Rodgers H. Bloomfehl E. Greig A. Latca L. Bartow W. Smith F. Faure J. Christenson

Two Pensioners Die In Bendigo House Fire

In Bendigo a weatherboard house was razed by fire with two elderly residents inside. Police identify possible victims as Charles Willis aged 84 and James Callinan aged 64. Fire brigade arrived after the blaze had consumed the structure.

Melbourne Bendigo Charles Willis James Callinan

Tradesman Robbed Near Wakanu Beach by Four Men

Four assailants robbed a van driver near Wakanu Beach, taking tinned food and clothing. The storeman was threatened with a revolver, and the men vanished. police suspect possible landing from a foreign ship.

Wellington Wakanui

Garcia Wins World Middleweight Title by KO Seventh

New York boxing scene reports Garcia defeated titleholder Fred Apostoli in the seventh round to capture the world middleweight championship. The bout occurred Tuesday with a decisive knockout sealing Garcia's victory.

New York Garcia Fred Apostall

Queanbeyan Court Hears Fights and Penalties

Albert Henry Maxwell faced charges for fighting in Monaro Street on September 30 and again after release. He was fined £4 on two offensive behaviour counts with Sergeant Gray noting him as the aggressor. Maitland Primmer pleaded guilty to assault on Clarence Hincksman after a coursing meeting, receiving £1 fine and £2.10 costs plus £2 compensation, with a month to pay. John Apps and Lawrence Priham faced betting offences with fines of £20 each and a ruling that the master bears liability. a 40 pound minimum fine was discussed but not imposed. A month to pay was given in all cases.

Ryan Albert Henry Maxwell Monaro Street Maxwell Gray McGovern Clarence Hincksman Queanbeyan Coursing Club Maitland Primmer Deane Primmer Maguire Hincksman Dean Costa Apps Pridham J. L. Maguire Percy W. Appa Lawrence F. Priham Sullivan Pritham Appa Hd

Randwick Acceptances For Wednesday Second Hurdle

Randwick entries show a second hurdle race on Wednesday with about two miles. Key horses listed aim for the field including notable runners from local stables. Betting odds and jockey assignments accompany the official acceptances for the event.

Radio Schedule Fragment Across Cities and Programs

An archival radio listing outlines a dense timetable of shows and segments including news, morning devotions, musical features, talks, broadcasts to schools, and theatrical pieces. The schedule spans early morning to late evening with multiple stations, programs, and performers referenced, reflecting a broad variety of entertainment and information.

Bromwich Wins Pacific and South-West Championship

John Bromwich of Australia defeats Puncee in four sets to capture the Pacific and South-West Championship in Los Angeles. Bromwich trailed early in the third before taking six straight games, then broke Puncee's serve in the fourth to seal the match.

Los Angeles John Bromwich Puncee Bromwich Qube Bremwich Fore Hovman

Melbourne Cup winner in light training at Randwick

The New Zealander, Melbourne Cup champion last year, had a quiet workout at Randwick this morning. Bracketed with Respirator in the two Cups doubles as part of routine training.

Sydney Randowick

Radio Schedule Fragment With Various Programs Listed

A dense list of time slots and show titles including News Daily Devotion Cabaret Weather and Concerts. Mentions Randwick Races and Alfred Hall Bal larat with scattered station names and program notes.

Kembla Grange Maidan Handicap First Division Result

Persian Gold won by four lengths in the Grange Maidan Handicap first division at Kembla Grange with Precious Silver second and Tenancy third. Time 1.2. Other notable results include MARTINE winning the second division by three lengths and Grand Billy taking the Three Year Old Handicap by five lengths. Betting spreads listed for key runners.

Cracknell R. Cox Tenancy Wiltshire Akusha Roy Cullen Calaloin Helen's Choice Standfast Windjammer Diva Eloay Kombla Flying Lowia Gambier Harvey Jubilee A. Thomas Moonray Lady Curia Bombala Tapestry Dungala Monte Carlo Martine A. Knox Vincello Harveys Dot's Wish Carroll Ashfeld Little Gracie Benchman Queen Marcus Thelma Rove Hollywood Hotel Baby Belty Jimbour Eva True Warren Invention Winalla Dots Wish Grand Billy E. Milla Sir Hugh Wollongong Encourage Welter Fan Dancer J. Coutta Clarion Hanley Lasting Tal P. Phillips Law King Chanel Last Gold Radiogram Check God Marlon Tremble Pan Dancer Wondy

Feminist to Go to Melbourne with Climax after Randwick win

Feminist, winner of the Metropolitan Handicap at Randwick, will travel to Melbourne on Friday with stable mate Climax. The mare will be prepared for Caulfield Cup with trainer W. Qo guiding the campaign.

Sydney Feminist Randwick Melbourne Climax W. Qo

Adios May Not Go to Melbourne Racing Trip

For the first time in years Sydney trainer G Price may not have a single representative at Melbourne spring racing. His only possible runner is Adrian, but it is doubtful whether the horse will be booked for the trip.

Sydney G. Price Melbourne Adrian

Fight at Races At Randwick Tarnishes Club Proceedings

The AWC committee reported two members are alleged to have participated in the Randwick races last Saturday. Stipendiary stewards conducted an inquiry and reported to the committee, which failed to reach a final decision. Further inquiries are to follow.

Sydney AWC Randwick

Melbourne Cup entries list and contenders teased

The notice outlines the Melbourne Cup field with names such as Geabung Reading Feerless and Bourbon Feminist Rivette Ruzalong Crojick and others. It lists horses like Millie's Hop Elanage Pure Gold Panter Wilson Bourbon Cooranga Biliposter Burcalong and Sun of Aurows.

Caulfield Cup Geabung Reading Rivette Ruzalong Crojick Millie Elanage Pure Gold Panter Wilson Mouanie Beau Vile Wilson Bourbon Cooranga Burcalong Cats Geebung Millie's Hope Ator Aurows

Sydney hurdler Kewong sold to parrot of five names

The Sydney hurdler Kewong has been sold to parrot of five names for the same early date. Sywalgon will accompany the horse.

Sydney Tuemal Noulern Laave Sywalgon

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Social ML Cricket Molonglo East Molonglal Webb Law Miles J Miles G. Pike Miles J. Aston R. Bean C Murphy Mile L. Robbie C Curtis B Miles Cur Lyons M40 R.M.C Patrick's College AP Cowting Dumbleton White Hay Fiordan Bishop Heydon Salomon Richardson Deenpeey Reger Pele digUhye Powling Hayden Britain Queanbeyan Club P. W. Hammond H. Dreyer Wilsom Hospital State Express Virginia Choarettes Airight Filtios Ee A.C.T. Secondary Schools Queanbeyan Court St. Constant Atart el Banade Airgale Dubonnet Max Mort National Fire Eere Wea- Ate W.ga Ther Craven Speal B.B.C. News Opera Howe Sporting Light Opera Company Newa Close Mentone Sydney Symphony Micawhar Valhalla Orchestra B.B.C Alba the Squira John Peel Battross Hathlin Kara Russell Idwal Jenking Hramal Knight Redborough Folly Beechwood Nebraska Giltown Tony Fakenham Might Not Olympus Breeze Rapian Fen Name Petruchio Mollain Lilly Victorine Fi Brayton Happy Bay Foxore Haridella Merry Myra Sally Rich Phoebe Dawn Mary Trueness Hegina Roay Moore Mea Kenthelda Salmanne Sly Vixen Katanga Moorsons Binnia Hero Ti Opportunist Lavengro Dagmar Cronus Innisfail Dollar Prince Ariel Kestral Eager Fox S Houstal Liligion Malagigi Gilltown Gimme Bristol Folk Springs Bowraln Hilarious Kurrawhl Val Red Buckshee Slimuna Christ John Shakespeare Peewu Cagborre Doren Young Peoples A.b.c. Im Opera Company St. Mugwort's A.B.C Alfred Hall Ballarat South Street Book of History Ireland Kembla Grange Slimina Radio & Electrical Service Kingston Canberra ADIOS Keewong Fai Inva Eal Bus Mercia
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