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Newspaper
Brisbane Courier Mail
Location
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Date
Aug 27, 1941
Page
11
Courier Mail August 27 1941 lists form and riders for Bundamba in the fine division with stables and horses shown. It mentions Moran life and division listings with prices and times for the event and references to local racing sections and placements. The notice includes multiple race details and pricing, indicating a scheduled meet with riders and bets across divisions.
A fragmentary report details Glen Prince winning or high placing in a six event with others such as Daher Mannerholm Myspring Tirghiligata and Fox joote. Horses Ponterin Wire Daher and A8k Mannerholm are named with riders W Brion and others noted. The text references speeds, durations, and track conditions on grass and cinders with times around sixty but specifics are unclear.
An English language summary notes the Australian ScCEY Club spring meeting held October 4th 8th and 1th with references to events at Taree and nearby venues. Names, dates, locations appear in fragmented OCR text. The readable portion outlines racing events and results in obscure form.
Victorian stable plans to guard Beau Vite as the Melbourne Cup looms. Trainer Stewart Samerhe confirms Beau Vite will be ridden in the famous race with Bentons and attendants preparing the horse for the journey. The article notes Beau Vite’s Melbourne Cup prospects and the team’s hopes of success at the Metropolitan venue.
Queensland faces apple shortages forcing rail freight adjustments and new distribution measures. The board arranged local agents and additional siding to move fruit through South Brisbane amid temporary congestion from abnormal rail traffic and reduced transport capacity. Nearby efforts include shipping trials and new handling accommodations to speed deliveries to fruit shops and country centers. Stolen owls recovered follow a local incident.
Weather map notes indicate traffic and meteorological observations for Meninee Moe area with uncertainty in readings and a 40 percent estimate of rain. The fragment references Petia Bae and mentions reeaaraua te in ees terms.
The Australian wrestler Narvo demands £10 per match for 25 Saturdays and £250 for a Brisbane bout, proposing limited terms to join the Four inter-State games. He signals willingness to cooperate with Southern suburbs delegates and awaits a council decision on his schedule and payments.
Fragmentary OCR lists several names and items under headings such as Elk Dyne and SGMREE-FUMCOLD NCI La funta with scattered names like Beau Fenide Eple Poem and Cudvansete Tarn neta Th Se Obremw jon Byrne. Kentucky ARCOT WCE-Mehberiy shows Katy Wuladrer Regina Mra.
Bundaberg's Peter Orreal and Laurie Peterson headline a Brisbane Stadium double bill on September 8. Orreal faces Bobby Chaney with Peterson opposing Pere Gores. Early rounds begin quickly as Orreal and Peterson seek wins after recent knockouts. Gereal and Peterson train in Arizona. Batty and other heavyweights sparred, delivering strong showings for the crowd. The Munster club hockey finals follow these boxing events.
A fragmented racing report notes Absconder not running in the Epsom race. It mentions Hobbs aiming at Sydney in October and references Warwick Blax at Randwick, High Grade, Minderea, and other horses in the field, with wagering and trainer notes amid a busy meeting.
The article profiles Mrs. Ph Calon a dominant champion who cites extra yardage from men’s clubs. It notes her five previous titles with remarks on technique and her plans to compete in upcoming events at Royal Queensland, Keperra Marathon, and the Stub championships, highlighting servicemen’s participation and a 26 hole qualifier.
War era sports and racing items outline Cain style notes. The WAQIATEA cricket body and Queensland racing club leaders discuss postponements, book makers, and plans for upcoming meetings. Mentions Randwick and Ascot events, Brisbane jockey Carmont family, and appointments amid the war. The piece covers committee views, finals plans, and tournament scheduling with emphasis on state associations and key officials.
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