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Newspaper
Bowen Independent
Location
Bowen, Queensland, Australia
Date
Aug 16, 1935
Page
4
In a Saturday report dated September 4, officials appoint nominees for an upcoming league race. The article notes preparations and public interest, with focus on a prominent team and local officials steering the process toward the event.
Those who plan to travel to Ayr for the annual race meeting on Saturday next must note altered timetable. The forward journey leaves Powrn at 2 0 Gum and returns via Bowen arriving 11 pm. A TACOBEON Secretary.
The uncertain text describes a horse race at Chatsworth Plate with a colt racing strongly. The narrative notes a decisive finish as the Chanter wins with a notable earlier surge and multiple runners showed strong form. The report confirms a two-win performance with a 73 score count across cups.
The September racing calendar featuresChelmsford Stokes at Tattersalls on the 14th, Randwick meetings from the 21st to 28th, and the AW Carnival beginning at Kamblel on October 7 ahead of the Derby and Epsom on October 5. Regilla and Warwick Stakes notes surface as prep stories, with Vinced Warwicks and Randwick plans shaping the Derby weight contests and Derby engagements.
Brisbane report lists acceptances for main races at a meeting. Notable horses named include Thought Reader, Crown Force, War wickere, Vetrol Luger, and Regal Stir among others. Several handicaps and fields are outlined with high-profile entrants and anticipated favorites.
Moorfield accepts Sydney showcases top event line up at Moakerletdan with Flying Welter entries and 2nd division horses listed. Notable names include Als Milhtoser King s Head Rosana Sav Tel bangsavole and Crowbar along with multiple stakes contenders across weight classes.
Melbourne acceptances list numerous horses for a Friday event featuring 6 furlongs races. Entrants include Lillie Syocogne Double Bard Polly Spevk Break Up Hoseile Og well and Willon Chief with others like Royal Tuntlug Bureker Wildean Sealpin among the field.
An advertisement for a practical 84 page book on birth control and hygienic counsel priced at 2/8 post free. It touts trustworthy information for married and intending couples and notes 17 years in business with Mr. and Mrs. J. Gordon at 230 Exford Street Brisbane offering correspondence and free advice.
Weekend bowling results show close games and notable performances. James led in Thursday play with an 18 13 win while Saturday featured Struthers versus Higgins 32 10 and Michael’s late surge to defeat Kent 34 20. Burrell and Kelly posted wins as Shardlow narrowly beat Mille, and Skelly edged Llanes in a hard fought Singles.
An Australian advertisement extols Heenso as a popular cough remedy with claimed health benefits for influenza, soothing sore throats and chest discomfort. It asserts easy preparation with sweetened water and promises purity and superior quality for adults and children alike.
A friendly cricket match at Carlton featured strong batting from J Fawcett and steady bowling by Tack Cooper and others. Carlton batted first, scoring 14 runs with Fawcett contributing one and Gough adding nineteen, while Low Don chased and were all out for 20, with Cooper taking four wickets and J Ryan claiming eight.
Townsville visitors crushed by 0 points to 3 as North’s form deteriorates. Notable players Hey Gilbert and Siuisen failed to spark, while Tangye stood out at fullback in a poor Townsville display. Northern teams urged to reassess to lift league standards.
Last Saturday riders completed a 16 mile course with many taking the longer distance. RK Vermirdoff and GO new led with early times, while C Lorris finished fourth. Winners praised include EK Veunard for youth promise and skill. Other riders mentioned show potential despite setbacks. several未 completed, and improving performances are noted for future state and Commonwealth competition.
Local golf notes list players such as Miss Cooke, Murray, Kelly, Mrs. Crowley, Mina Kelly, Mina Scott and others in a Sunday 18 hole event for the Ozone Trophy. Various pairs and matchups appear, including Mrs. Carver versus Mrs. Higgins and Miss Smyth versus Miss Swales, with a focus on 18 hole relations and trophies in play.
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