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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Oct 22, 1936

Page

2

Queanbeyan Court Hearings On Licenced Grog Prohibitions

Eight men pleaded at Queanbeyan Court for offences during prohibited hours at the Royal Hotel. Several were fined for violating licensing rules and permitting after hours activity, while adjournments and explanations were noted by Magistrate and witnesses. The case involved hotel staff and patrons, with disputes over entry doors and enforcement of after hours curbs.

Queanbeyan Court WBL Grogpises Royal Hotel Wueanbeyen Srnrdluin Archuy Bulloak Homnas Kavanwey Scosta William John Wood Taneetit Woalray Far Vay Romer Goeth Brankiln Ube Ring Orderyax C. W. Natlh Janis Satcun-Tar Bulloci Bulluuie Maguire Dafendant Royal Queanbeyan Michele Brits

Obituary of Harry Hurley in Queensland and Canberra ties

Obituary notes Harry Hurley of Heath who died in Herberton Queensland on September 80. He was the son of Barry Hurley and brother of William Hurley of Canberra. Remains interred at Queanbeyan. Hurley served in World War I, joined the 10th Light Horse in 1915, transferred to the Secion Field Squadron of Engineers in 1917, returned to Australia in 1918, took up land at Tale under a settlement scheme, and farmed for three years while also pursuing prospecting and other work in northern Armidale where he was well known as a resident and athlete.

Tne Herberton Queensland Barry Hurley Btr William Hurley Canberra Queanbeyan Hurley Wras Joan Tith Secoin| Field Squadron of Engineers Anstalia Qpoandiand Tale Armielda

Woman Blinded Mistress Found Guilty at Coona mble

In Coonamble on Wednesday a jury found a woman guilty of having thrown caustic soda on Josephine Igobelt and separately of attempting to assault Blackett with intent to injure. The court remanded the accused to the next quarter session for further proceedings.

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Rosebery Races Maiden Hurdle Report

A crowded Rosebery meeting features a maiden hurdle with Australian Bee and King Begs among the early contenders and betting notes showing New Moon and Conasau as favored. Race details include times, divisions, and varied prices with several broken entries and scratched runners.

Bes L. Abihuine King Begs J Ban. Pan J. Maxwellyd Bir Walter Verdanin Bettlags Bylot Bee Dive Tame Hamdica Boon B. Mckey Conasau Comte Lenfort F. Wallace New Moon Hece UM Brave Talge Rosebery Trish Dandalao Royal Promisie Promig Pique Laks Crane R Carter Birmingham Royal Bird Duméan

Werribee Races Day Handicap Notes and Results

Fragmented race card from Werribee shows multiple handicap events with horses including Black Gauntlet Conchita and Diva among others. Results reference times margins and betting quotes, with divisions and notable runners like Parodier Grand Jubilee Radiant Star and Highness.

Parohr Mortis Diliatt Horo W. Box Parodier Ale Fey Boyde Pane Brathers Simonian Washion Star Seba Tipad Worribee Morris Prostom Borneo Whittie Vallage Eni Beratet Gay Bornes Haleeck Best I Manco Velairy Retford Ead

Jockey Suspended After Finishing Third at Todays Meet

A jockey was suspended after finishing third in the main event at the Melbourne track meeting. The steward panel upheld the suspension for one month, ruling the rider cannot compete at next week's meeting. Ray Ray was noted as the top horse tied to the day’s results with potential future rides in the Cup series.

Trogebrry Sullivan Ray Ray

Meagre Fare at Boys Home Probed by Victorian Society

A deputation from the Victorian Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children visited the Bn Martin's Boys Home near Canterbury to inspect conditions. They reported seeing children irritable and fed meagre fare, and discussed launching a formal inquiry with the Anglican Archbishop of Melbourne and the Prelate.

Anelbotene Martin's Boye Canterbury Victorian Society For the Prevention Bailey Lady Rus Tony Tatotila Batley Melbourne Avout Preater

Party Meeting Postponed For Parliament Group Talks

A party meeting of the Country Party and United Australia Party is postponed to today. The session will discuss farm support, manufacturing, and allied government policies affecting industrial workers and the Commonwealth.

Gountry United Australia Party

Coronation Fund Proposed to Aid Youth Farm Vocations

The Prime Minister told the House of Representatives that government consideration would be given to a coronation fund to finance vocational centres for idle youth to work on farms. He cited Western Australia jubilees and a migrant farm scheme as evidence of potential success and noted large funds raised locally.

Yone House For Representiives Yeaterday

Cabinet considers adding inspectors for Commonwealth clerical awards

The Attorney-General told the House of Representatives yesterday that a Cabinet proposal to appoint additional Commonwealth Government Inspectors to police clerical awards is under consideration. Mr Holloway praised the current inspector but noted the workload is too heavy for one person and supported expanding the force.

Poe Holloway Labour Blelourne Pott House of Representatives Mr. Menairs HolaWay Btekeley Feneral Awarda Holoway

Air Mail Surcharge Delays Early Decision Proposals

Cabinet delays on air mail proposal for trans Tasman service. No decision will reach Britain for at least a fortnight as ministers weigh minor modifications and funding shares. Talks center on cost sharing between Britain New Zealand and Commonwealth, with final submission to Britain pending Parliament.

Cabnet Pranesuls Trans-Tasman Britain Australia New Zealand Ain McLochlan

Gift painting accepted for Canberra national gallery

A painting offered by Mr Robert Fennéon, ex-New Zealand, has been accepted for presentation to New Zealand’s national gallery by Prime Minister J Savage. A letter from Mr Layona thanks the government for establishing the new national institution and expresses goodwill and support from Australia and New Zealand.

Canberra Robert Fennéon New Ediamd New Zealand National Ast Gallery Minaf New Ealand J. Savage Layona Sigasi Wecug Qpeople Newealand

Militia Enlistment Nears Full Strength

Militia units report near full strength as recruitment efforts continue. Officials say the corps is sustaining readiness through organized enlistments and steady volunteer support, with upgrades to equipment and training programs underway.

Miluté enlistment figures show partial recruitment shortfalls

The Minister for Defence noted that 3,474 enlistments or 11,690 fewer than the required 25,000 were secured last night. He cited 3,820 enrolled in new centres and warned continuation is needed to sustain the movement. Militiamen finishing service were eligible for discharge, leaving overall strength at 26,285 with weekly enlistments around 350.

Defence Bip Archdale Fatkhill Minter -Amt

Death of Frederick J. Peake Linked to Territory Hearing Delays

The death of Mr. Frederick James Peake occurred last weekend in Apturmon, amidst postponements of a land appeal hearing in the Federal Capital Territory. Peake, two years prior, served as Lands Commissioner and as chairman of the South-West District Board. He joined the Lands Department in 1875 as junior clerk and later held roles including committee member investigating settlers southwest of Lachlan River and chairman of the Appeal Court.

Frederick James Peake Apturmon Surat Peake Mostropallia Dietrict Junor Nsw Eligteman Lachlan Jalna Waders

Federal Golf Club Championship Draw Report

A chaotic OCR fragment outlines a draw for a golf club championship. It mentions players aged 18 and under, qualification rounds, and a final stage. The text includes scattered names and terms like DIAS and Saint, but lacks clear structure or dates.

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