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Newspaper
Brisbane Courier Mail
Location
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Date
Aug 23, 1939
Page
5
Gusty winds and shifting gauges hampered shooters at the King's prize rifle meeting in A fines. W R the Wienholt led with 223 points amid record low scores as the event tested riflemen's nerve and steadiness.
A jumble of garbled text appears to list names such as Anne Bag, Kalina, and Lond, with scattered fragments like Wav thion nay and Heide Kalina. The legible items suggest person names and possible places but no coherent event or notice emerges.
Melbourne report notes Ajax nominated for the Caulfield Memsie Stakes on September 3. The colt is set to start the new season with a run at Williamstown on Saturday as part of a broader Stakes shakeup.
An executive meeting of the Queensland Cricket Association confirms RT Stephens as secretary for the coming season. The notes indicate ongoing discussions about governance and administration were a focus, with attention to forthcoming fixtures and leadership roles.
Yeppoon is described as fit for the first division at Albion Park today with a strong showing in the early races. Trainers note the horse’s recent form and track adaptability as patrons anticipate a competitive front on the day.
A messy report centers on Ginger M Amiss and racing events at Ascot. It mentions high sire horses, injuries, and various horses, jockeys, and handlers with scattered notes on form and outcomes.
Queensland fighters receive praise after events at the Brisbane arena. Law and Schluter show promise in featherweight and middleweight divisions, with noted performances by Alf Ledy and George Wilson. Boxing managers plan further matches and postponements as sessions continue.
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