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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Sep 18, 1939
Page
3
A readible portion of a Canberra versus Yass rugby clash shows Yass defeating Canberra to claim the shield. Frequent errors and mis-typed names mark the report, but key events include a late Canberra surge and a 35 to 7 scoreline line in favor of Yass.
Frewing Chislome states that Mr Lemont authorized an increase in the price of petrol. The report notes the approved adjustment and its expected impact on local motorists.
A dense, OCR riddled racing report lists multiple horse names and weights from Wood, Mildura, and other tracks. It notes winners by length and points to placings such as Astounding and Royal Chief, with times and dividends, though many words are garbled.
Race results show multiple winners including Crowe led by Crowe in first, Ewaet Lullaby and Nevieas among others. Times and distances vary with winners by several lengths, necks, or heads in a busy program featuring multiple horses such as GOLD, PURE GOLD, NEBLLO and NEBLOLO.
The Nascopie voyage under F. Smeliie begins July 8 from Maine for a 12 180 mile patrol of Hudson Bay and Arctic posts. Craig Harbour on Edloamers Talend is the farthest reach, 650 miles northeast, with two Mounted Policemen and two families aboard. The mission, partly to assert sovereignty, includes supply runs by Hudson's Bay Company posts and scientific study by Canadian and international researchers.
Racing at Roa ndam sees High Caste prevail by a half head with Nigh-phead BMigh Caste second. Wilson the Victorian colt showed early speed but fell short in the final stages. Boxers Haddigan and Geebung figures cited. Bunton earns honors in Western Australia while Pure Gold dominates recent sprints.
A Queanbeyan football party traveling to Beteman's Bay for knockout play wore street clothes and faced mishaps on the road. Two players Bob Royss and Harold Williams were among several hurt in a crash near Bunpen ldore while others sustained injuries at home and in town. Local hospital treatment followed as the group awaited further reports on condition and return.
Fragmentary notice outlines a tender period from T7000 Wednesday to 1 February 1940 and mentions delays, acceptance uncertainty, and application forms. It references the Declaviry marked and a loss on a Saturday and September 1. Details are unclear due to OCR issues.
A draft letter appeals to electors within the territory to reaffirm support for the candidate, noting his candidacy for a count position in September and urging timely consideration by voters. The missive cites responsibilities and welcomes further endorsements.
Nomination lists reveal candidates including Gouna Adams George Toapriest Wentworth Avenue Kingston and others for the advisory council election. Polls open Saturday with multiple polling places listed and voting hours from dawn to night.
Vic and Graney headline a late evening show at Albert Hall with noted acts and a lively lineup. The event promises entertainment and music in a compact cultural program.
A local shop named Owen's Bag Stores Antiques reopens at 400 Droge Street after a partial reentry and restocking period. The update notes new inventory and extended hours.
A fragmented schedule lists Overseas Recordings and Daily Doses among many items. It includes music programs, wheat quotations, weather updates, and devotion segments reflecting a dense broadcast timetable with numerous named works and performers.
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