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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Oct 31, 1950

Page

6

Melbourne Cup Favourites Led by Alistar and Bhutan

Melbourne bookmakers list Alistar as a leading contender for the Melbourne Cup with Playboy and Bhutan tied as doubles partners for the Victoria Derby and Cup. Benvolo remains a strong challenger after a third in the Moonee Valley Cup, while Trainerv L Lamond notes weight concerns but expects competitive effort from all entries for the Spring feature.

Melbourne Tusy Av Alitar Swan Dowre Allster New Zealand Bhutan T Benvolo Greg Boots Ting Benvolo bin Moonee Valley R Lamond Bn Waa Lamond Trinvala Surrey Benvala Hellworth Klemington Playboy Flemington Towarrow Threcian Senikh Wan Sonmtuton Pervine Playboy Ural Mit Ray Smith Guile Sore Niewe J. Purtell Alieter Ivhie Martell Joe Key Colte Keith Darby Munro Malbourne Wedineaday

Uncertainty Over Derby Riders At Melbourne Meet

Melbourne riders contest the Victoria Derby next Saturday with Selwood undecided between Flying Halo and Midway. Williamson reportedly booked for Flying Halo but may switch to Midway. Battarhoen, winner of the Greenvale Handicap, set to be ridden by Hutchison in the Derby.

Melbourne Moony Yaney Jack Thomp Sone Tuchout Phompson Wax Williamson Halo Battarhoen Moonee Vailey Nast

HSH Prices Increased Amid Market Report

A fragment notes price hikes at HSH with mentions of three men and day by day increases. It alludes to more plentiful supply and references fish types and payments though details are unclear.

Ayoney

Brown Knocks Williams in First Round at Sydney Stadium

In Sydney lightweights Brown stopped Williams in the first round at the stadium amid crowd cheers. Williams collapsed briefly and was helped to his feet by ambulance personnel after the KO blow. Brown’s win boosts him in the world rankings and marks Williams’ first knockout defeat in 90 rounds.

Jaered Hanaiberry Wil Wright Rong Ravelied Tomn Uvain Ig Hea. L .Brown Atinggs Ax Williama Hauanee Tine Lea Fredate Oawaots Venomda Wile Albee Harry Roan Wna Criele Freddie Wween Marry Ru An

Swab Inquiry Adjourned In Deadlocked Proceedings

An inquiry into a swab incident adjourned to a later date after testimony from Bea Ruffle at Rover WM on October 21. Witnesses included trainer Hall and others. Ming Jean Kimble and W McFadl provided statements. no comment was offered by Anguley.

Sydney Sonny Bea Rover WM Sea Fula Engine Pines Avouritinan Pregent McCormick Fowner Hall I. Aolomons Forpman T. Brooking Fidence Ming Jean Kimble AJC Veterinary Aurgeon W Anguley AUC Thriftaingon McCormick

Greyhound Case Report Details Unfold at Assembly Hearing

The Premier Mr. Mother will report on Greyhound racing investigations by two detectives. Det Mgt Lunch and Det Brooks faced questions as commissioners and police officials discussed the case. The inquiry involves members of the Greyhound Racing Control Board and potential government actions.

Aonday Mother Fetelye Ingurten Hy Etectiven Nto Ater Alione Legislative Assembly Eyhouhut Acing Control Commissioner of Police Mar. Heatt C.lb Scott Det Brooks C.J. de Taney Thuradey Cbler Clive Bath Hoyal

State Lottery Draws Noted With Mixed Results

Lottery numbers 2067 and 48188 appear in the Stoney state draw with prizes listed as First and Fourth. An additional lottery, No. 2148, is noted to be drawn tomorrow with no further results provided.

Stoney Barron Boreale South Tre Winn Prise Tommorrow

Captains Flat to Receive £120 for Group Premiership

Captain's Fiat, winner of the Group premiership in record time, will receive approximately £120. An executive meeting last Sunday set aside about £490 for minor accounts. The group plans to buy new jerseys for the next season and restore the old colour scheme. The annual executive meeting is scheduled for February.

Fiat Meazon Appromin Tely Assemba Leavy Cours

Manuka Football Club Social Event Promoted

The Manuka Football Club announce a social gathering for members at the Westridge Hall. Officials plan a combined evening and fare with entertainment and guest appearances by players including Hurley and Keayes.

Manuka Football Club Manuka Foatwall Club Westridge Oly Nemone Watoon

Anglers Seek New Members in Club Drive

The Angora Association launches a drive to recruit new members as it aims to reach 700 licensed anglers. The group reports 74 members currently and plans an interstate event for the Col Jonen Cup, with a Tumut visit toward the end of November.

Uidantairee Angora’ Association Ani Uv Malieianir G. Wested Tumut Me. C. J. Woodger

Canberra Anglers Report Disappointing Fishing Weekend

Fishermen visited the Canberra streams but faced poor catches from the Conter and Duidgenby rivers. Despite efforts, bags were underwhelming with many fish in poor condition.

Canberra Conter Duidgenby

Weight lifting records broken at St Kilda hall meet

Melbourne fixtures report new Victorian and Australian marks in weight lifting. Keith Caples lifted 800 lb for a two handed press and snatch total, Hendereon posted 630 lb, Harry MacBain achieved a 900 plus total, and several lifters set new state records in featherweight and other divisions.

Melbourne Monna Victorian Rveurda Anipa St. Kika Fawn Hall Keith Caples Fee Corde Hendereon Harry MacBain Goq Bieter Wits Tad

Rare Poiggping Case Sparks Poison Death Inquiry

A manslaughter inquiry opens after the death of Mim Warle Ale Jerkson at her home. Dr S Sheldon leads the inquest into apparent poisoning found near the bed as relatives report shock and an alleged relabeled drug charge.

Andary Mansaughwr Alfred’ Nowpal Ivy Irene Borwaeit Trent Ory Loroner Effer Mim Warle Ale Jerkson Zen S. Sheldon Oid Jackson Rx. Boton Nen Berenson Puman- Nam

Murder charge in Newscarter misread line

A one year old male suspect was charged in connection with a violent offence at Siven Beach near Newswantle. Police report identifies the suspect as Dowling Ca veroudac from New Bambon with details unclear due to damaged text. Charges relate to an incident in the early hours of January turning.

Newcarter Mleeman Mewswantle Caletaay Siven Beach Newswantle Jan Turing Tan Dowling Jariwicks

Weaver Guilty of Illegal Entry

Weaver found guilty of illegal entry in a court session. The defense signaled an appeal for leniency while the proceeding noted residence questions in Japan and possible deportation. The trial adjourned with permission granted for further review and continuation tomorrow.

Weaver Meuter Thilo Mundas Franke Ywarda Auatealian Actvivenes van Uday ACOR Ingsantry Japan Wits Abe Bureau Japanea Lestegarmont 2 Permisson Morrow

Larsen Dominates Queensland Championship Opener

American tennis star Art Larsen easily defeated Queensland junior Peter tt in the first round, winning 4 2. Other results include Vic Barry Briabane 63 6 0 and Mervyn Rose defeating B. Gukiey in straight sets.

Brisbane Monany Art Larsen Queensland Peter Tt Traian Maton Tuhindan Dik Bavitt Wade An Meneepor Fa Ketinatt fSadgman Vicerry Vic D. B. Gukiey Belen Btrahteldta Owen’ Murphy

Hairdressing Apprentices Rates Announced

The Apprenticeship Board says all trainee hairdressers in AC will be paid at set apprentice rates. Wages vary by year of training from first to fourth year, with adjustments tied to the basic wage increase. Length of time in training will be considered when assessing apprenticeship duration.

Appresticaaylp Board A.C Yaar

Togo Johnstone Winking Muddle Reported

Fragmentary text shows names Togo Johnstone and unclear phrase about winking. Local context and details are unreadable.

Togo Johnstone

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