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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Sep 30, 1936
Page
3
A conference discussed cyclist road safety noting around 700 injuries. Proposals include limiting side by side riding to two, keeping eight feet from the road edge, and banning races or speed tests without approval from the Metropolitan or Newcastle authorities or local councils.
Ex sergeant Michael Toohey faced a betting charge at Paddington Police Court after alleged use of a Baldwin Street premises for betting activity. Clarence Brown denied Toohey was involved in betting, and the magistrate found the defence evidence did not confirm the prosecution’s claims beyond reasonable doubt. The case was dismissed with no action.
The Gosford card lists Maiden Handicap results with Red En Son at 8/1, Our Promise at 9.4, and multiple others including Black Coat and Uskald. Division outcomes show Giant Keller and Light Arch leading, and near-term betting on Red Ensign, Gold Vess, and Dive. The Encourage Stakes Handicap results feature Taro and Wet in top places, with further contenders Renverde and Speedo. The Royal Canberra Golf Club draw notes players and participants for Bulard Tournament.
City leases rebates on rents extended as Campbell Highland Society and Burne Club prepare for the sixth annual Ian Gathering at Acton Sports Ground on Saturday October 17. The Campbell clan has long been tied to the district and organizers aim for a large, successful event in Canberra. Community support is urged from competitors, volunteers, and donors, with joiners asked to contact secretary Mr. Alex Stuart at Lethard Street Kingston.
The City Areas unsaved Association led by Mr. W G Woodfor reports advice from the Department of the Interior approving a 20 percent rental rebate for leases in the City Area Losses region through June 30 1941. The rebate was slated to end June 20 last and the association awaits a reply to its representations on tenant rights in the city areas.
Racing card lists multiple divisions and handicaps at Kennington with entrants such as Mogul Kentucky Prince Cello Ben Riz and Silver Roses in various weight divisions. Includes First and Second Divisions and the Kennington Handicap with a large field and multiple stakes.
Report notes betting interest surrounding Kensington Mandicep Lin Erin and Barak the Metropoitan with Panas. Bilver Standard backed by Sydney bettors for Epcom event this afternoon as High Crows compete in the Metropolitan crowd figures in the thousands of pounds.
A Karachi air field fire destroyed an air mail liner just as it was taking off for Delhi. The Australian crew aboard the plane, bound for London, faced the blaze during ascent. Passengers and cargo were evacuated as the aircraft burned, with authorities investigating the cause of the incident.
In Melbourne on Tuesday the professional and amateur golf championships saw several shocks. L Duffy defeated H W Hattersley in the amateur final rounds while N Von Nida edged out S Richardson in the professional match play. Rae defeated Ryan and Edgar beat Payne in later amateur results with other pairs finishing strong under theaterlike pressure.
Berlin reports a fat shortage in Germany causes drastic cuts in cream and dairy production. Large quantities of butter and fats become scarce, affecting refined products and general consumption.
Tender notices for the Fairview property describe 88 acres with improvements including a house, stables, wells, windmill, dam, and private telephone, located 2 miles from Bungendore and 26 miles from Cankerrs, with deposit, securities, and closing conditions. The sale marks the winding up of the late W. A. Taylor estate and lists agents Taylor Bungendore Goulburn and Mesner Moridan Manfred.
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