Dedication of Church Improvements at Queanbeyan Methodist
Special Sunday services at Queanbeyan Methodist Church marked the dedication of new church improvements. Rev W H Robinson presided in morning and Rev John G Wheen led the evening ceremony. the organ and other features were installed and dedicated to God. The event included a dedicatory prayer and a sermon on The way that goeth upward, with the choir singing a special anthem. Improvements described included a new Chio-manual Esty organ, a pulpit cushion embroidered in gold, re-arranged seating, and carpet runners.
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Methodist Church
Queanbeyan
South Australian Confprencee
W. H. Robinson
Ellis Thoma
John G. Wheen
Ellis Thomas
w.Jc
Church Trust
Penera
Colman
Fire destroys goods in Queanbeyan Railway Goods shed
A Sunday evening fire at the Queanbeyan Railway Goods shed destroyed most contents of a truck from Sydney. Station porter alerted the fire brigade at 2% pm, and Captain Parker led the response in five minutes, but the bulk of the goods including tobacco and toys was consumed. Estimated value £1500. cause unknown.
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Queanbeyan
Railway Revenue Drops at Queanbeyan Station
Revenue at Queanbeyan station fell last month from September last year. Ticket sales reached 2762 valued at £1810, versus 627 tickets worth £2816 previously. Goods revenue were £3187 this month against £43701 last year. Inward goods 1602 tons vs 2148, outward 187 tons against 194 in 1926 September.
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Queanbeyan
Initiation Service for Five Candidates at Queanbeyan Church
A special initiation service for five candidates joining the Church of England Men’s Society took place at Christ Church Queanbeyan on Sunday evening. The candidates stood in the chancel as older members spoke, each declaring their determination to become future members. Rev J West delivered a sermon from Acts, stressing personal responsibility and steadfast purpose, urging prayerful devotion and moral courage as guiding forces in life and service.
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Church of England
Cheist Church
Queanbeyan
West
Airmon
Iuphiien
Hebigton
Church of England Men’s Society For Prayer
Seryles
Church of Engand
Star Theatre Brings Ben Hur Amid Crowded Audience
A crowded audience at the Star Theatre watched Ben Hur with fevered anticipation as the film’s chariot race and the curing of lepers led to a solemn Calvary scene. A thunderstorm heightened the mood while Antioch and the arena crowd intensified the spectacle.
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Calvar
Christ
Lew Wallace
Mtc- Sa
Antioch
Amet
Queanbayan
TURF COUPS Notable Plungers Past And Present
Notable racing wagers across Australia show past plungers outpacing modern bettors. Extreme sums were once gambled on Caulfield Cup and related events, with histories noting large losses and gains, wagers paid in notes under Melbourne’s Collins Street verandah, and figures up to tens of thousands on Chester and other big campaigns.
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Australia
Whittier
Heralc- Pilléwink
Haree
Finép
Ant Wishourne
Caulfield Cuya
Metropolitan
Eyeom
Newmar
Tim Whiffler
Chester
Joseph Thomwas
Leviathian
James White
Heaviest Australian Wagering in 1082 Derby Cup
Wagering peaked in 1082 with 50,000 to 620 laid on Derby and Cup against Navigator for the Derby and Gudars for the Cup. Navigator won while Gudars moved against The Assyrian and Stockwall. The following year the ringmen secured large sums. hints point to a syndicate linked to First Water and a notable figure, Tom Barnfield.
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Australia
J. J. Miller
E. B. Jones
O'Brien
Navigator
Gudars
Hon. J. |Apain
Ein
Martini- Henry
Goyder'a
Mariol-Henry
First Water
Wable
Adsholie Ipertianen
Tom Barnfield
Betting legends and losses in early turf history
The article recounts famous wagers and gamblers in English and Australian horse racing lore. It cites figures like Mee William Pearson, Mr. Robert Mlevier, and Mr. Fry, detailing enormous bets, notable bruising losses, and the high risks of bookmaking, including tales from Melbourne and Newmarket with tied outcomes and the fates of influential bookmakers.
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Joe Thompson
Gnfiahe
Caulfield Thompson
William Pearson
Frying Pan
Pearson
Fhampton
William Ur
Ceptain
Iien
Mobert Agua
Coronet
Newmarket
Cffcuss
Robert Mlevier
Australia
Wo Head
Beck
Golf Men's Foursomes at Canberra Links Saturday
Results from the Canberra Links foursomes competition show Dwyer pair at 2 down, Parkes and Dawkins 7 up, Gibson and Richards 3 down, Richards and Starting 8 down, Dickena and Fleetwood 4 up, Davidson and Feredk down 3, Banham and WFT down 9. 30 entries. Club notices suspension of nine-hole events. upcoming Saturdays to be foursomes only.
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Canberra Links
Nl. Dwyer
Fferaedk
Banham
W.ft
Queanbeyan golfers gain experience at Country Week Tourney
Queanbeyan Golf Club members Menge K. Blacey and J. Hayes competed in Sydney's Country Week Golf Tournaments. Although no trophies were won, they praised the experience and welcome from fellow golfers, and aim to return next year.
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Sydney
Menge. K. Bklacey
J. Hayes
Australian Natives' Association Public Meeting
Notice calling a public meeting of the Australian Natives' Association to form a Citizens' Committee for Parliamentary representation and local governance. Meeting at Acton Hall on Monday October 24 1927. co G Francis president.
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EREBY
Cilsena
Federal Capital Territory
Acton Hall
At &P.m. Co
G. Francis
Soccer Prolonged Season In Sydney Title and Cup Results
The Sydney league crowns Metropolitan- Mowarra champions as Laut Balareiay Balgownte defeats Granville 2 0. Cronin Cup sees Pyrmont South Sydney best Gladenville Ryde, 3 2. Premiership table after round four lists Molonplay leading with 8 wins 2 draws 2 losses and 25 points, followed by Burne and Jonberra with varied records.
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Sydney
Anality
Laut Balareiay Balgownte
Granville
Pyrmont South Sydney
Gladenville-Ryde
Polnta
W. DL
FL A
Conboera Fol Club fires in Naviau Cup at Chintiroon
Rifle shooting on the Chintiroon range featured 10 shots per contestant amid tricky winds and mirage. William Allen led with high scores, narrowly ahead of H W Evans, as other shooters including W Webb and A Oldfield posted their results.
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Conboera Fol
Fred
Chintiroon
Condlona
Mr. W. Allen
H. W. Evans
Its Increased Use Civilization has entered the Paper Age
The article notes Canada and Sweden report rapid paper usage growth since the 19th century. It cites Anglo-Saxon per capita paper use rising from about two pounds yearly to substantial totals by 1900 1920 and 1927. It notes Canadian pulp and paper output exceeding 7 million tons of paper and 1 million tons of pulp annually.
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Canada
Sweden
ATO
Floral Affair Public Notice for Church Fundraiser
A Floral Affair charity event at the Assembly Hall of the Adnalie Public School on Friday evening October 21 and Saturday October 22 supports the building fund for the new church at Routh Anslie. Proceeds go to the church building fund.
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Torla
Routh Anslie
Tender for Housing Works by Federal Capital Commission
Separate tenders due by noon Friday October 31 1997 for erection of two brick residences in City Ave. Deposit 1 percent of contract price if tender awarded. Materials bought from Commission at quoted prices. Plans and contract conditions available at Architects Department Acton Canberra. Tender to be sealed and marked Tender for Mick Residences to the Secretary FCC Canberra. No tender necessarily accepted.
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City Ave
Commission
Architects Department
Acton
Mick
Federal Capital Commission
Canberra
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