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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Oct 12, 1929

Page

3

Vindication of Bible Traditions at Famed Palestinian Tell

Sir Flinders Petrie’s archaeological work south of Palestine uncovers a deserted Tell with wartime remnants and sun dried brick walls. The Dig reveals fort ruins, a city plan, and possible links to biblical sites such as Hept-palest and Jericho era defenses, enhancing understanding of Joshua and David eras. The expedition continues with support from the British School of Beveatian Archaeology and University colleagues.

Brendes Kabul Andy Doshua Aise Universiny Pura South Matestine Henenis Joshua Bolomon David Flinders Petrie Festenson Perth Sueeres Tarteenson

Annual Ball Of Soldiers League Draws Members And Guests

The annual ball of the Soldiers League drew about two dozen members and guests. A ladies committee supplied supper, tables were decorated with flowers and poppies, and speeches honored leaders including President Mor Towe and Vice Presidents.

League Mor Mere. Rowe Filshie Somneis BR Alexander Reaenrer Fam Prieta Beers Major Ordiah Miesairs Frank Miller Mounier Carter W. Woenboom Smith W Harria Harria Mesdames Maunder Motisen W. Kilpatrick J. Track M. Hartley Paul Misa N. Deathershaw Snowden Rei J. M. Elliott Mra Charters Truelove Ride Chiesties Me. Irving Ory Nora Cioegary Ane Wi Withers Misk Mr. Redd Ale Nosieoli Miks Westcott J “Trink

Afternoon Tea Farewell Event at Motel Augustin

An afternoon tea in honor of Li Hitters was held at the Motel Auciberia. The room buzzed with guests including Taidy Char nin, Mealones Cusboulte, Johan Dace, Clemens, and Percy Deane. Mrs Thowse presented a fashionable handbag as a centerpiece gift while other attendees mingled in a bright setting.

Homer Auciberia Mrs. Molora Taidy Charnin Mealones Cusboulte Johan Dace Clemens Shurwood Percy Deane Rostow Pinton Iomlwin Catningham Monotian Iyrhl Davies San- Vel Peters Wantagh

Donor Inquiry for Rugby League Event

A dated request asks potential donors to contact HT. Whyte Kingston A Johnston and Po Hammond Westridge regarding contributions for a rugby league event. The message emphasizes appreciation for support and outlines contact names and location.

HT. Whyte Kingston A. Johnston Po Hammond

Racing Days Restriction Urged by Queensland Official

Mori aon, chairman of the Queensland Court hob, urged the commission to limit racing days to Saturdays and public holidays. He argued the policy would reduce disruption to welfare and improve sport governance, citing interference concerns from other events.

Tmrishane Mywelng Commission Maw AY Mori Aon Queensland Curt Hob We Club

Manly Citizens To Visit Queanbeyan

A motor party from Manly including aldermen and commerce members will visit Queanbeyan on November 15. The Town Clerk read the notice at Queanbeyan Municipal Council, and Mayor Ald W T Freebody will host a civic reception for the visiting delegation to fraternise with local leaders.

Manly Manyhhamber of Commerce Queanbeyan Tqueanbeyan Munieipi Counci Ald W. T. Freebody

Unpaid Municipal Rates Decision At Council Meeting

A meeting of the Qenmtn Municipal council decided the Town Clerk should submit a list of residents who had not paid municipal rates and to consider at the next meeting what steps to enforce payment.

Qenmtn Municipal Ouneid von Thursdy Sig Ee Asken

Road signs at Queanbeyan swap routes to Cun bert and beyond

Road signage in Queanbeyan caused tourist confusion for years. The New South Wales Main Roads Board requested changes. The Queanbeyan Municipal Committee removed obstructive signs at the bridge and Yass Road intersections near the Commercial Bank, altering directions along Ford Street and Charles Row.

Queabeyan Cunbert New South Wiles Main Honeds Board Queanbeyan Muntedpiul Cammett Everheand Bridge Yassroag Wormer Raw Ford Btregt al Chlarrie

Cure for jealousy verdict at Cessnock

Frederick Poke, 81, was sentenced at Newcastle to five years in prison for grievous bodily harm to Kathleen More Patterson at Cessnock on August 3. Counsel argued jealousy and drink caused the act. Justice Stephen warned jealousy could inflame and keep him away from the victim.

Newcastle Kathleen More Patterson Cessnock Frederick Poke Tick-pointer Stephen

East-West Air Race Boosts Vacuum OIL Sponsorship

The East-West air race showcased Vacuum Oil Co. products motor spirit and Mo- Dial as major sponsors. A large field of competitors relied on depot pickups and on-site refueling. Major de Havilland and A. Cunningham placed second and third, with de Havilland recording fastest time alongside Heath.

Ube Pry Neareer Miller

Coal Not Black Position in the North

The president of the northern Miners' Federation branch Mr Home today opposed declaring coal hauled by meter lorries from decayed pits as not black. He warned that some supported a complete strike, while a committee had tried to declare the coal as genuine.

Sydney The Miners’ Federation Mr. Home

Safe Blow at railway station case foiled

At North Sydney petty court John Williams aged 24 Libowne and Wretek Meturthy 22 Arthur Wil fume 27 were remanded to appear next night after a suspected safe blow at the railway station. A goods train guard reported forced doors and money wraps found in a timetable cover. Police confronted three men near the railway bridge and secured their surrender after threats. no application for bail was made.

Horna Be Fumble Railway Bridge Comber Ame Ois

Novel Project Rockets To Seek Data

London officials authorize a distant test site for experimental rockets. A launch 45 miles eastward will deploy an instrumented device with parachute recovery to gather data. Officials express confidence in obtaining important measurements.

London Anton

Thieves Arrested After Home Invasion Attempt

Police hid in the rear door of Mrs Morrison’s Tease May residence and arrested thieves who had stolen clothing valued at 100 from Mrs Fison’s home. A woman alleged to be receiving funds was also involved in the case.

Sydney Benakint Mrn Byki Morrison Tease Fison

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