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Newspaper
Brisbane Courier Mail
Location
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Date
Dec 11, 1946
Page
14
Two young players, K Arthy left hand slow bowler and Wally Grout wicketkeeper, join Queensland Sheffield Shield side. They depart for the south as part of State cricket plans amid selections involving Arthy, Grout, and others.
Fragmented text notes Souventired flag back with MCC players and teams, mentioning Bell, Hag, and Queensland, with references to Melbourne tests and Australia selection for a Feb or January series. Names and places are unclear due to OCR corruption but indicate an Australian test squad announcement for Melbourne.
The article details a Davis Cup trial involving Quist and mentions players such as Pails and Schroeder. It notes competition in Australia, likely at Koayang, with commentary on form, pace, and anticipated selection for the team. Strong names include Quist, Pails, Schroeder, and New South Wales players.
Fragmentary sports notes describe a coach asserting his squad can improve over Victorian championship performances. Mentions gymnasium drills, player interactions, and scattered game actions with several unnamed players and outcomes. The readable text hints at trials, lineups, and prep for a series, but specifics are obscured.
Protest action planned surrounding the Second Test between England and Australia at the Sydney Cricket Ground. Activists intend to voice objections during the match, with authorities coordinating crowd management and security measures for the event.
Queensland Turf Club plans to install an eye camera on Eagle Farm racecourse barriers, according to secretary Mr. RU Sloman. The move aims to improve track safety and race officiating, with readiness for immediate implementation.
Two horses led the field in Doomben semi finals with Student Prince clocking a fast 1 second split this four furlongs. Magpie and Princess Merlin also showed promising form as trainers evaluated final lineups for Saturday’s feature.
In Brisbane racing circles a strong showing by Man Leand at Canterbury Park drew attention. The event highlighted the rising form of Man Leand among a field including notable horses such as Panetie, with observers noting potential future clashes with top rivals in the South. The performance has owners hopeful for the next season while trainers and bettors weigh the implications for upcoming fixtures.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions names and places with unclear meaning. The readable portion references Victoria, Melbourne, and various scattered proper nouns, but lacks a coherent event or outcome to summarize.
Don Keen on net practice as Sid Barney and others train at the Gricke Ground facility. The team prepares for a Sydney arrival tomorrow with Mayers expected to join after medical clearance.
Stadiums Ltd announced the Empire lightweight title bout between Ron James and Vic Patrick would be postponed for one week. The rescheduled date shifts to the following Saturday, with discussions about tickets and weight limits noted but no final arrangements yet.
The report describes a title bout where Dave Landory and Col Devin ore Anders face a £50 forfeit. It references weigh-ins, match setup, and surrounding boxing context with multiple unclear names and fragmented details from the rainy match day.
Ipswich hosts a regional swim carnival with teams from multiple clubs. competition features leading swimmers in events across distances, including 100 meters and junior programs, with participants named from Maryborough and surrounding areas.
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