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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Oct 21, 1927

Page

11

Protests Withdrawn and Fees Discussed by AB Federal Cricket

An AB Federal Territory Cricket Association meeting debated withdrawal of a protest against White City Club over playtime rules. The session also flagged Queanbeyan affiliation and registration fee lapses, discussed pre-season payment timing, pre-season player pre-registration, and noted Country Week nominations while reaffirming Federal Territory's separate identity.

AB Federal Territory Cricket Association Messrs W. H. Loucrhrey I F. Douglas T. J. Coy Tickner A. Weight J. H. Henrysett Feller North Canberra White City Joe White City Chuir Mr. Smith Clark Queanbeyan Lbes Goulburn and N.8.w Australian Rules League The Australian Council

Cricket fixtures and trophies outlined for Federal Territory

Tomorrow brings A B C grade fixtures held at first named club grounds with Amatied Duntroon South Eastlake versus Westlake Canberra versus Quintbeyan. Northbourne has a bye. Trophy plans require players to participate in over half the matches and bowl 25 wickets. top runs prize to Feakon fielding cap. A grade players urged to stay within their grade. Tasmanian representative visit discussed.

Federal Capital Territory Cricket Association Duntroon South Eastlake Westlake Canberra Quintbeyan Festlake Northbourne Messrs Woodgern Calthorpe Feakon

Weir proposal for Molonglo River at Yarralumla debated

The Australian House of Representatives discussed a plan to build a weir across the Molonglo River at Yarralumla to aid boating and aquatic sports and beautify Canberra. Prime Minister Bruce noted the scheme was referred to the Public Works Committee, which in 1826 urged postponement, and the proposal was not proceeded with but may be resubmitted for further study.

Tha i Molongio Yorralumina Home of Representatives Wed- Readay Blakeley Darling Yarrakimia Bruce Parliamentary Standing Committee of Public Works Mulonglo Public Works Committee

Melbourne Cup Broadcast Urged by Sportsmen Across NSW

The Turf Commissioner at station 2FC in Sydney faces pressure from horsemen and fans to broadcast the Melbourne Cup on November 1. Citizens from Sydney, Redfern, Modesvale, and Royal Prince Alfred Hospital praise the plan, noting eager listeners in NSW and overseas audiences via shortwave.

2FC Budheynagkea Melbourne Saya Matener Wollongrong Hurstville New South Wales Kelner Bane Modes Vale Perry Redfern Ferry Australia England America

Capitol Hill Cricket Club Selects Teams for Next Saturday

Capital Hill announces selections for two matches to be played next Saturday. B-grade players include M. Bolton M. Bowen H. Brydgen C. Melrose J. Hunt J. Nolan B. Talbot J. Sutherland KR. Graham J. Duncan. C-grade players feature H. Buxton J. Mahon H. Kingston C. Kent E. Nott A. Young E. Hupien B. Cottee H. Ezari T. Wiley J. Crocker.

Capital Hill Cricket Club Canberra Capital Hill M. Bolton M. Bowen H. Brydgen C. Melrose J. Hunt J. Nolan FR. #. Talbot J. Sutherland KR. Graham J. Duncan Capitol Hill E. Nott A. Young E. Hupien B. Cottee H. Ezari T. Wiley J.crocker

Queanbeyan A v Canberra cricket match squad listed

The Queanbeyan A Cricket Club announces its team to meet Canberra Club at Canberra ground next Saturday. Players named include Mesasin, L. Zelms, FE Morrison, C. Hinckaman, T. O'Connor, P Hinckaman, W. Cowdrey, M. Murray, H. Giges, B Hinckman, B Gallagher, and E. Davison.

Queanbeyan Canberra Mesasin L. Zelms FE. Morrison C. Hinckaman T. O'Connor P. Hinckaman W. Cowdrey M. Murray H. Giges Hincksman Gallagher E. Davison

Acton Selects Team for One Tree Hill Match Tomorrow

Acton has chosen a squad to play at One Tree Hill tomorrow. The lineup includes J H B Grant Co, L Stephens, J Kingaton, T Byrne, P Ryan, A Davin, J Jowett, N Parkes, L Butler, T Bestt, A Freeman, C Bottroll (12th).

Acton One Tree Hill Hall J. HB Grant Co L. Stephens J. Kingaton T. Byrne P. Ryan A. Davin J. Jowett N. Parkes L. Butler T. Bestt A. Freeman C. Bottroll

Queanbeyan B and Canberra B to clash at Queanbeyan Park

The Canberra BR Club squads will face Canberra B at Queanbeyan Park on Saturday. Players include Messer, Povier, Keys, Burt, Moore, E Moore, Houghton, Ware, Marsh, Gribble, Gribble, and BK Duggan with C Bell as twelfth man. Play begins at 2 p.m.

Canberra BR Canberra Queanbeyan Park Messer J. Povier 1. Keys E. Burt M. Moore A. E. Moore Houghton W.ware Marsh G. Gribble C. Gribble BK. Duggan C. Bell

North West Hobart vs Randy Hay A-grade clash report

In Hobart the A-grade match saw North West Hobart facing Randy Hay as North West posted 27 percent. Ex Yorkshire pro A Myers hit 102 in 145 minutes with 13 fours, shaping a standout innings for his side.

Hobart Woodneminy North West Hobart Randy Hay North West A.’ Myers Yorkshire

Betting ban eyed for tin hare coursing in Victoria

Melbourne reports the State Ministry opposes tin hare wagering. Premier Ilogar told the legislative assembly the government will push legislation to stop wagering if mechanical coursing is adopted. Also notes British bronze coins contain 95 percent copper and cost about £65 per ton.

Victoria Ilogar Devistative Assembly

Rechabites Meeting At Friendly Hall Eastlake

A October meeting of the Rechabites at Friendly Hoocivttes Hall Eastlake reports most officers present with four new members proposed, two admitted, one by invitation. A youth tent prospers, Hicks plans a history compilation, and a games night runs to 10 pm. Next meeting October 6 features Stanton with an illustrated lecture on Canberra Its History and Possibilities. public admission is free.

Eastlake Hicks Bro Btanton Canhberra

Christ Church Queanbeyan Anniversary Service Details

The sixty sixth anniversary of Christ Church Queanbeyan will be celebrated with a Buna festival service. Holy Communion at 9 am, choral service at 11 am, followed by procession and choral evening service at 7 90 pm. Rector Rev J Wet to preach.

Christ Church Queanbeyan Buna Ecelesraica Theas Bervicen Ev DB Wet

City Hall visit notes beauty of women and grand plane

A fragment recalls visitors to City Hall where the Lord Mayor praised fine buildings and the city’s ladies. It mentions a four-person teping accommodation and a new deluxe Belgian millionaire’s aeroplane. Also noted is a modern toilet room with wood linings and mirrors.

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