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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Oct 26, 1939
Page
6
A dense schedule of broadcasts and notices across music news and daily programming. Includes market quotes, devotionals, sports and theatre previews, and regional listings with times and program names for stations and venues.
The Reid Tennis Club schedules a mixed doubles weekend with multiple matches listed for the forthcoming event. Players include Barnard, Mrs Porch, Mrs Shepherd, Southwell, Taylor, Miller, Mrs Nouthwell, O Sullivan, Mrs Murphy, and others, with pairings and times noted, though OCR errors require cautious interpretation of names and order.
Firemen battled a blaze at their own station in Newcaatle last night. The fire damaged equipment but did not cause further damage. investigators believe arson is possible and a motive is being explored.
Details for the ACT championship at Duntroon oval on Saturday outline events, including sprint and distance championships and handicaps. It lists entry procedures, prize medals, and trophies funded by Canberra Amateur Athletic Club, with emphasis on dual championships and handicaps to maximize participation.
The Queanbeyan first aid exams for the Women V oluntary group were held at the Dent Fair on Friday evening under Dr. Magourt and Mr. Chacabers. Inquiries followed after two incidents, including a man injured by a smashed window and another involved in a roadside larceny. Health inspectors toured the area, reporting about 1000 cattle bales and lamb offerings at Canberra markets. Hospital admissions included local identities such as My. WE Oldford and Gar ton Wearne among others.
A fragmented program lists acts including The Bala Mundi 130 4Me and a wine pairing from Temperance View IRs. Performers include Mary Li ay Comtralto and Colin Crane Bari tome with local bands from Garden City Wizroy Gardens and Tramways Band.
Sydney reporters quote New South Wales Woolgrowers Association president Ian Jeni claiming Australian wool profits from resale should return to the British Government. He argues heightened US wool consumption benefits Australia and could steady the dollar exchange to aid Britain’s war needs.
A scanned Royal Canberra golf draw lists many players with handwritten times and pairings, including Laughlin, Merrilees, Downwal, Grigg, Beebe, and others. The page also notes associated officials, event details, and personal items such as a honeymoon update and band secretary notice.
The report lists golf club events at Queanbeyan and Bungendore with results from the benefit tournament at Queanbeyan links. It mentions injuries, hospital treatment, and family notices for residents of Bungendore and surrounding areas, including the Shard family. The piece notes winners in various competitions and a monthly medal upcoming, with names such as W. Elsont, D. Monat, T. O Connor, and Gikonney appearing in the results.
The Sydney event scheduled for today was postponed to ten o clock. Result lists show Glenn as MVP with a 39-7-24 score in a 9 hole road race from Mary Kelly. Other scores include Mrs. Pridan, Mrs. Le Cooper, and Matron Wright with varied totals. An area official noted delays while officials managed weather and field conditions.
A garbled note from a local page yields odd phrases about aorta and Mort Birest. Readable facts point to a fleeting community oddity, with no clear names, dates, or events to anchor a fuller story.
Werribee Cup results listed with racing details and contestants. Names and places appear garbled. key finish shows a winner from VL Gl town and a late Lugrnisiy dividend note.
A disjointed report notes a horse scratched on principle during the Melbourne race day. Amid confusion, stewards sought clarity while a rider named Wilson faced scrutiny over alleged infractions and the inquiry into the incident continued at Wertheresas Wile Hold.
In Los Angeles on Wednesday Millie’s Hope was knocked out by Armadron Ortiz in a 400-round bout as part of a larger boxing card. The bout marked Hope’s fourth defeat in a row, with recent events in Melbourne and New York affecting match planning and venue details for the Henneberry weight class contest.
Sydney boxer Tom Robdie and rival ready for an ACT middleweight title fight with a strong undercard. Smith returns after previous crowd-pleasing nights, while Gavin Doyle versus Allen Met and Lyle Smuth versus Rye add to a full prelims lineup.
A fragmentary item notes a Newcastle gathering at Victorit Park with mention of an event the next day. The readable text is unclear but hints at a local community ceremony or dance activity.
Scratching Valley reports several odd items including a four wheel cart and unknown consignments. Local observers note Lux and Mounne Valley figures in transit, with mixed signals about timing and destinations.
In a cryptic list of racing notes, Rivette is tied to the MV Cup and Moon Valley Gold Cup with vague references. The text mentions contenders like Macaling and Banber, and a few race terms, but details are garbled. No clear results or dates are provided in the readable lines.
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