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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Oct 27, 1932

Page

4

Y W C A Crossword Puzzle No 9 21

Puzzle grid clues and fragmented entries referencing design, pottery, geography, and terms. Contains multiple garbled words and partial phrases across varied topics with numbers and abbreviated hints.

Jat Names and Teams Tease Local Track Entries

Fragmentary OCR lists several names and runs from a local track page. Winnie Hunt and Patterson are noted with race references, along with Amalie and Bry P. KR, Young, and Yat terson Hireet, suggesting roster or results fragments from a meet.

Winnie Hunt Patterson Trwat Amalie

Queanbeyan Show Details On Sheep Section Changes

Queanbeyan correspondence reports alterations to the sheep section of the Queanbeyan show. Amendments by Mr Harrison of Goulburn adopt new lengths for fleeces and a commercial wool grower class, with support from Mr Gibbs. Debate covers deposits for showground use, practice times, and commentary ticket control by the president.

Harrison Goulburn A. W. Gibba Gibbs Donald Queanbeyan J. Famond Grishetern Memm Hd. Richardson J. Bulmer G. A. McIynes O. A. McInnes Poultry Club Powers Hind

Chinese Drug Traffickers Fined in Wedne sday Court

Two Chinese men Thomas Chung 27 and Walter War 45 were fined and jailed for cocaine possession after police found eight ounces on them. Detective Wickham described War as a key dealer and noted prior under surveillance. The court fixed fines and terms of imprisonment for both defendants.

Rodney Kergrant Wickham War Australand Wickiiam Hradley Wa Children’s Court Saw Wikre

Parliament Timetable Hangs Over Melbourne Cup Day

Government notes uncertainty over number of members likely to attend to vote on urgent business. A Whip conference is expected to meet to assess the situation and may request Lyons to seek to adjourn parliament to Wednesday rather than Thursday if needed.

Melbourne Lyons

Canberra Concert Tonight by John Brownlee at Albert Hall

Canberra residents to hear John Brownlee principal baritone of the Paris Opera House in a program featuring Hamlet arias, Vautrin songs, Rachmaninoff waters, German lieder, and duets with Rita Miller. Accompanist Raymond Lambert rounds out the program with Linetsky and Chopin items. Tickets go on sale today at the box office.

Albert Hall Canberra Vautran Willam Rachmaninoff Mr. Brownice Rita Miller Raymond Lambert Linet Rupacdic Chopin

Sentimental Bloke thrills Capitol Theatre crowd on opening night

A chaotic OCR fragment reports an opening night at Capitol Theatre for The Sentimental Bloke. It highlights audience excitement, Australian production humor, and references performers Ray Fisher and Tal Andell amid strained prose and questionable quotations.

Capitol Theatre Withaing Australia Tne C.J. Donnie the Boot Ray Fisher Tal Andell Thie ‘Alen Lacae Productirn Dennis’ Verves

Melbourne Cup Favouritism Centered On Peter Pan

In Melbourne racing news Peter Pan remains the favourite for the Melbourne Cup with Rogilla and Middle Watch close behind. Strong demand also centers on Rogilla as wagering interest expands. W Duncan, the dominant rider’s connections, confirms he has been approached to ride Peter Pan.

Melbourne Peter Pan Rogilla Middle Watch Lough Neagh Ore Gaine Carrington Yarramba Denis Boy Streperus Thuna W. Duncan

Victoria Park Race Meeting Disqualifications At Debut

Victorian Park race day reports that Paddy's Git was disqualified in the Maiden division after an inquiry. Jockey Wi A Simpson suspended for six months, trainer Taylor and horse Paddy's Git also barred. Nimbia Wedge rider McKengle suspended for a month for starting from the wrong barrier amid a day of results and prices at Victoria Park.

Bydney Victoria Park Newarda Paddy Taylor Wi A. Simpson McKengle Nimbia Wedge Toowitte

Burnt Victim's Dress Foils Bag Snatcher Ruse

A Wednesday incident in Pitlat describes a thief attempting to steal from a woman as her dress caught fire. The attacker fled in the confusion after a large blaze burned in the garment, while the victim escaped unharmed and the assailant remained at large.

Rydney Pitlat Wearetta Mehter

Toro Riders Suspend Season After Interference Incident

The team extended the season by eight months and suspended for six months the rider for interference with opponents at Geatord yesterday. A. Hunter, the rider of the day, received a two race ban for striking with a whip at the winning post.

Euspand A. Hunter Pratt

Smallest Book of the New Testament Arrives at National Library

A minuscule Bible fragment described as the smallest printed book in the world has been donated to the Commonwealth National Library in Canberra. The manuscript measures about three by one inches, with a thickness near a quarter inch. Presented by Hubert Hara of Karex, England, it originated for the Australian Museum in Sydney and was deemed a curious national exhibit.

Canberra Novary Hubert Hara Karex Eneland Sydney Ivajttion Natwood History Museum Tri Toon Commonwealth National Library cAlthowam Ginald National Library

Inaugural Meeting Form Queanbeyan Musical Society

A Queanbeyan correspondent reports the inaugural meeting of a musical and dramatic society formed to stage Gilbert and Sullivan pieces. Officers include Patron H. W. Deane, President W. Lindsay, Hon. Secretary Mrs. R. M. Taio, Hon. Treasurer M. Sheppart, Musical Director Mr. Lughon, and committees with Mrs. Walker and Mrs. Turner among key members. The group plans preliminary work and Carnival involvement with the hospital in 1088.

Queanbeyan Hearbeyan Memra W. T. Linday Huwhen Ae Ke. Johnston Conailerate Guirman Linday Gaiman Tansary W. ¥. Deane Ren ‘Dant Wtlindmay Murphy W. Haremond A.X. Johnaron Mra RM. Taio M. ‘Sheppart Ughon Pianata Mines Walker and Easterrosk Turner A. Beasley Belection Ming Walker

Federal basic wage reduction discussed in Sydney

In Sydney on Wednesday officials estimated that about 11,000 workers in New South Wales will be affected by cost of living changes. The Federal basic wage reduction implies wages around 6400.00 will be paid by employers.

Sydney New South Wales

Y W C A Carnival Committee Plans November Event

The YWCA Carnival Committee met to finalize plans for a November carnival. Events include dances and mystery features with invitations for friends to contribute. The group also discussed the Monthly Lunch funds and World Fellowship Week activities.

Y.W.C.A Eda Pont Bydney Allding TWA

Oil Boycott Debate Highlights House Action

A garbled report notes a discussion in parliament about an oil boycott. An MP called for government action to prevent disruption of a railway line and to ensure the continuation of essential fuel supply. The debate concerns potential breach of policy and the government’s response to the crisis.

Petrol price inquiry hints at wider fuel cost surge

An investigation reports a rise in petrol prices with potential illicit practices. The article notes a 90 point change and mentions government interior ministry officials discussing price characters and possible manipulation. No firm details on persons or locations are provided.

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