Gagne Tan and Sea Duel Reported In Hidden Crest
The fragmentary OCR notes a rare event at sea and a tense confrontation near Se Dae. Officials indicate a memorial mood and cautious steps from authorities as details remain unclear.
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Oct 06, 1936
Page
2
The fragmentary OCR notes a rare event at sea and a tense confrontation near Se Dae. Officials indicate a memorial mood and cautious steps from authorities as details remain unclear.
A note of a lecture by Rtelessor A P Jenit is cited as taking place at a Stain home venue. The fragmentary text suggests a public or local gathering with details uncertain.
The Japan Times series argues Japan’s southward reach is for trade and raw materials, not conquest. It claims population density and arable land give Japan advantage, urging business and diplomacy with the Navy in the background, a view echoed as Australia weighs trade tensions.
The High Council discussed journalistic contributions by public servants and urged board permission for all non‑letters. It debated State versus Commonwealth jurisdiction, contributions to the press, and equal funding for Superannuation Act proceedings. It also reviewed rent deductions for government housing and postmaster allowances, stressing control over personnel and property.
Miss Joan Shumack dominates the Federal Territory event winning the ladies singles and doubles titles with strong support from Mrs. O'Sullivan. She earlier took the junior girls crown and defended both senior and junior titles, while Reg Bennett claimed the resident men's singles and Bennett pairs won the men's doubles.
The FCT.P. and A. Association hosted a major sports gathering at Hall Showground with Canberra Amiel Athletic Club cooperation. About 700 attendees enjoyed ideal weather as events featured slow track times, standout performances by K Gladwin and D Moore, and diverse pony and equestrian contests among many riders.
The Executive Council decided no action should be taken after officers in Canberra faced rent higher than their counterparts. The case noted the unreasonable government position in light of all circumstances and lack of compensation.
Queanbeyan tournament results show a string of close matches led by H Blewitt and B Smallhorn with wins over Triggs Smallhorn and Cartwright. Notable doubles included K Taylor with D Porch defeating W Sullivan and Storey, and Meriiln with Baxter beating Cartwright and Barber.
The record lists multiple mixed doubles matches with players including Mra, Daniels, L Reid, Miss Klein, Mrs Barber, Bimba, Timbsa, Limbeck, Cartwright, Wark, Smallhorn, Ayllife, Triggs, Bruce, Porch, Lanham, Taylor, OReilly, Jamieson, Muir, Gregory, Smalihorn, H Smalihorn, Poreh, Ayite, Fresbody, Timbs, Hunde, Jim Moore, and Mrs Moore. Scores range from 9-2 to 9-7 with several 9-3 and 0-4 results noted.
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