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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Sep 03, 1928
Page
2
A fragmentary report describes a cycling event, mentioning riders and teams in a confused stream of words. Names appear garbled and some terms resemble place names and sponsors, with little coherent detail surviving.
Readable fragments describe a Queen Carnival at Manuka with participants and judges including Tandy, Cleary, and St Cristanti's. mentions of dresses, staging, and local attendants. Names such as Powell, Hox, Wilkie and Thompson appear, with unclear roles and several garbled phrases among the event overview.
Acton Rovers defeated Russell Hill seven to three at Manuka Oval to clinch the Federal Territory Rugby League premiership in a tense season finale. The match capped a campaign highlighted by defensive grit and early advantages, with Acton holding on as Russell Hill pressed for a late score.
A chaotic but readable racing summary highlights Mollison winning by a length and a half amid unsettled betting. Multiple horses including Prince Humphrey and Fondant show in the notes with varied odds and place finishes.
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