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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Oct 09, 1950
Page
3
R M C staff bowler achieved a hat trick in the opening cricket match at Queanbeyan Duntroon oval. Goodall scored 47 for FEMC as Queanbeyan’s batting faced disciplined bowling. several bowlers claimed wickets in a low scoring day amid cautious batsmen and overcast conditions.
A man and wife awakening to a bullet tearing through a bedroom window and walls describe a night of terror. Police charged 27 year old Ta after a doorway chase and human witnesses recalled sharp gunfire and a pursuit through the home, with several named locals among the involved.
A disjointed report notes a retired admiral named Gerald Bogen being arrested on a disorderly conduct charge after allegedly attempting to gate crash an event. The scrambled text mentions football, cricket innings, and various players with names like Turner, O'Sullivan, Northbourne, and Mackay, but the central action focuses on the admiral’s arrest and the broader chaotic coverage of sports and court-related items.
Westridge scored 168 and limited Grammar to to take the win. Davies added 29 for Westridge while Newcombe led Tech with five wickets for seven runs. The match featured strong bowling from both sides with key contributions from Abure Bennett and Lee.
England defeats Ireland in a soccer match using a strong first half and steady defense. The game features notable plays by British players and a decisive goal late in the second half.
Kenneth Even Moobean, 17, of Fors inetly Cameste, linked to stolen vehicle. He died instantly when the car collided outside Spring Vale Crematorium. Dr Alan Molenaie and Mogpial tn attended. The crash also injured Thealua Dwyer, 00, and Inver,rank Rameitle, 30, with minor injuries.
In a local athletics note, Shure Grade edged ahead in a close 124 event at Alsie Eaton's Avenue oval. Law finished with 48 and Birch 21 not out as Kumbor of Alsalie claimed three wickets.
Melbourne police report. four men were injured in separate street assaults. The incidents involved crowded areas and random blows. Victims, including Peter Koll from Mizroy, suffered stab and beat injuries. Investigations launched, no arrests announced at this time.
Police in Gunnedah charge 41 year old ex-lemman Keith Vincomt Bull with murdering his wife Ph Mary Sul 42 who died at Gunnedah Hospital from severe head injuries after an October admission. The couple once lived at Millang and had possessions lost before moving to Gunnedah.
Fragmentary report notes a wrestling match at Lelehtaedt Brachura between SYDNET and Bunday opponents with a disputed decision. The fragment references names Gordon Francoin Yalol and a two fall margin, but details are unclear about location and outcomes.
Sydney junior wins the act open singles title amid disrupted matches caused by rain and wind. top players faced retirements and walkovers as weather stalled rounds. Brady and Le Sueur secure junior titles within the AGT LTA framework amid weekend delays.
Canberra juniors selected by NSW Lawn Tennis Association to join Seventh Area divisional coaching teams for matches at the Sydney Country Work Carnival January 2 to 5. Selected players from Canberra Queanbeyan Goulburn Crookwell to travel to White City courts Rushcutters Bay. invites cover singles and doubles.
Australian Davis Cup manager Marty Hopman said innocent horseplay cost Fradhn Sedgeun the Wimbledon title. Seagiuan was injured in a practice fall before the final, with Budge Patty winning the match. Hopman described attempts to influence the result and noted big cash rewards influenced players’ actions.
Noor Wo Champion New York, hailed as one of the greatest, finished a distant second to Hill Prince in the Jockey Club Gold Cup over two miles at Belmont Park. Hill Prince maintained lead pace to secure the victory yesterday, capping a standout performance for the three year old.
The note reports a closure at the Tapeet hotel due to an illness affecting a staff member of the Civic Centre. It mentions a pale brother and a day’s halt, with the closure occurring during the day and linked to a local incident or attendance issue.
A monthly meeting of the Vambaluml a Frogrean Association will be read in the Lennie Pavilion West Ridge tonight with guest seating at Trades Hall Acten. Karl Senrenar won the Roosten competition with ticket noted. Acting Home Secretary Advelie Pre-2urool presides.
The organizing committee thanks patrons whose generous £50 patronage helped the carnival dance at St Albert Hall on Saturday. Canberra Alcal The Dance Committee invites continued support for forthcoming events while noting plans forCanberra residents Born in Cavan del Tombe Tre Vino Italy now living at Barton Court Can Derra ACT intend to apply for Australian citizenship under the Nationality and Immigration Act 1948.
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