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Newspaper
Bridgetown Advocate
Location
Bridgetown, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Sep 15, 1938
Page
4
Belmont Park hosts a seven and a half furlong event while another feature rivals sprint action at ix furlongs. The card promises a mix of contenders and betting interest as connections seek early season momentum.
The crash at a turf and trotting event ends the career of star jockey Keith Voitre aged 25 after serious injuries. Pilot horse from Lou Robertson stables, ridden by C McLaughlin, was involved. Voitre had risen to prominence in Australia and New Zealand with thrilling rides and a polished conduct.
Breakers appears a strong pick for the Breeders Handicap at Belmont after an easy win at Canning Park. Hybig, Lenarran, Cheseryin, Gunga Das, Septima, and others are in the field for six to seven furlongs with Belmont ground favoring Breakers and Moine d Or among contenders for the purse.
In 1933 Jolly Fair led a tight finish with Gallirook close behind. The judge’s verdict was by a half head as Jelly Fair and Gallirook passed the post nearly together. The jockeys and owners debated the result, with emotions running high and both parties claiming victory.
Race notes show Speedy Trotters engaged in Collie and Manjimup handicaps with numerous horse names and handlers listed. Includes references to Mauritius digest match, Hilton Derby, and several horses such as Red Mavista and Prince Yamma. Event appears as a racing card with multiple entries and stakes around £100.
The note touts Sherwin Williams Ltd paints as high quality with sustained public use and strong demand. It highlights products like Quick Enautel and Superfac with versatile applications and a smooth finish, stating the brand as a household name worldwide and listing Burnell Urus as WA agents in Perth.
A scrambled racing column cites rumors and form for a welter handicap. Mentions Nurkowly Maised as a money-getter after a strong outing and predicts Witnessed to challenge. References Owlet, Grumt Lave, Tomzuabyric, Wynbring, Dekley, Nannine, Me Major money, Guika Das, Mack as contenders with implied bets and recent results.
An old newspaper page details ad rates for various classifieds and notices across Australian papers. It lists contact lines and examples for selling items like turkeys and tractors, plus a long roster of regional papers and notices.
For private sale a 27 acre property at Donnytwook near Preston Valley includes a clean wooded orchard with 700 export apples in fall bearing, peaches nectarines and plums. Adjoins Beelerup Siding and Preston River with ample water. Five room modern house, packing sheds, cart sheds, school bus passes. Bargain price £1.99 with £800 deposit and balance terms. Apply A V Selt Donnybronte Central Premises suitable printer Wharfedale ad motor already installed. United Prose Ltd Perth.
An old formatted market listing shows apples oranges Towatoes lemons and salads priced per dozen or per item. Mixed vegetables and honey are listed with small figures. A note references Mutton Sides and Metro Markets with prices, across a street market display.
An old classified style notice urges fruit growers to consign fruit to Glendenning and Co at Metropolitan Markets for high returns. Also advertised are secondhand furniture and household items including bedroom suites, dressers, tables, chests, dining room suites, children's tricycles, and a six cylinder English roadster car for sale with price details and location 984 Hay Street.
An OCR filled with scattered items lists Burbridge & Warren Ltd of 2 King Street Perth selling livestock, vegetables, building materials, drums, and musical gear. It advertises delivery to East Northam, contact number Northam 143, plus assorted secondhand items and tools.
In a muddled report from Monte Valley, Aitcheng ee shows potential in the Budyaree Handicap with Mister Thrant rallying from the rear to win. Barapic faded while the field tightened, and the event left planners hopeful for a Caytfield Cup possibility despite messy OCR text.
A fragmentary notice describes a charity auction with various prizes and tickets sold for 2 shillings 6 pence. It urges participation, noting the event supports charitable aims and mentions widespread ticket availability and hopes for a successful fundraiser.
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