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Newspaper
Bowen Independent
Location
Bowen, Queensland, Australia
Date
Aug 14, 1933
Page
3
A garbled report describes the clipper Cutty Sark near Malhoutly Bay with a risk of grounding and possible action by the owner Manta WF Waning. The vessel appears anchored awaiting developments as a warning or gale approaches the area.
Fragmentary report notes Mint toed railway to Al Cooley, with government acceptance uncertain. Minister for Transport Mr Danh says no authority for construction yet, while AM Coalon Company likely to exercise option on leases at AM, Cooton. Event possibly in September with water supply works and agricultural bank finances outlined.
The report lists results from Brisbane racing on Monday with Brown Paddy and Flying Hannayal among top finishers. Distances show wins by two lengths and a neck, times around 25 seconds, and bets on multiple handicaps illustrated by Etrange Iden Cabaret and Tria Muile in local events.
Rosehill Balgay wins in a muddled report of August handicaps and race results. Nyon and Murday feature among tickler events at Howehill with winner at 1 tot and a Wan by nine tents. Details are unclear due to garbled OCR.
Report of an Australian steeplechase event at Malhourne with top finishers Blstrooper Bawnzy Wile Mom and Winnir, noting a Chinese record set by an unnamed horse and listing times and placements.
Fragmentary cricket report from London notes a tense third test between England and West Indies. The text mentions key players and scores around 312 runs in an innings, with unfamiliar names and garbled phrasing obscuring details.
A fragmented football brief from Nantes references Joranner Kung and Artem in defense, mentioning recent tactics and expectations for the squad. The text hints at a match plan, coaching changes, and emerging players shaping the season.
Fragmentary notes report a death involving a kangaroo in Australia and Malta. Text is garbled with multiple misspellings and incomplete place names, hindering precise details. No clear dates, institutions, or individuals are identifiable from the readable portions.
The well known jockey J. Smith died from injuries after a race incident at Kunwaley Steeplechase. Prince Flavial caused a pile up injuring Royal Offa, who later died from a skull fracture. He was moved to Alfred Hospital for care.
Fragmentary notice appears to reference a public matter in a town, with names and dates garbled. It mentions a medical psychiatrist and legal provisions, but most terms are unreadable, leaving only hints of a scheduled action or filing and an official signoff by A B Moore Town Clerk.
The report notes cancellation of events and a security response during a parade as large crowds clashed with police. Authorities cited safety and order, with mention of the National Guard and government officials. The piece records arrests and ongoing tension at a major city event.
A long fragmented public notice offers rewards for information leading to the capture and conviction of persons involved in cattle and horse theft in New South Wales colonial districts. It names numerous individuals and firms across regions, with rewards amounting to up to £400 for conviction and smaller sums for apprehension.
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