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Newspaper
Brisbane Courier Mail
Location
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jan 08, 1946
Page
4
A report from Dowborough outlines Everton star image and rival contenders as trainers prepare a mile trial this Saturday. The piece notes favored horses such as Star Togie and Pulmeck with handicap implications and potentialweights, amid a field including Beart and Cainone. The overall tone anticipates a competitive event shaping upcoming races.
The controversy centers on too small allowances for the New Zealand and Australian teams touring New South Wales players. Reports say players face limited weekly sums and travel costs, with some cases noting meals and lodging were covered while others see cash stipends as insufficient for the trip.
A brief item notes events at Beaudesert featuring field competitions and races. Local organizers announce program details, with participants and schedule to be released.
Notes from the state athletic championships feature several top runners from Royal Tide and Pimptte champions competing for titles. Key figures include Ht Ine, Cyn Hoimrm, and AL Mere Diradbens, with strong fields anticipated from England and local clubs. The Army varsity and Australian teams also prepare for upcoming meets and tours as cricket and field events loom.
Local bowls pennants draw shows no return matches this year with nine weeks of play. Divisions will each run four home and four away games and the top three divisions send a team each to contest the pennant final. Entries close next Monday at 3 pm with clubs choosing two teams per rink and several teams entering from Coorparoo Windsor and Wynnum.
A report notes ladders at Brisbane River weirs and their impact on fishing access and river control. The State Transport Commission refused a daily wire car permit between Brisbane and Caloundra due to an existing coordinated service.
The B.A.T.C. secretary Mr. S Best said yesterday there was no case of a delay exceeding ten minutes in making southern race results available to bookmakers at Albion Park on Saturday.
Theming out Petersen, a 1943 British scene, mentions Petersen discharged from the Army amid a campaign in Queensland south. The note references US and Allied forces in wartime actions and veteran status changes.
Weights for Randwick race meeting list horse weights and riders. Officials release entry data for wagering and barrier positions, with changes noted.
The Theatre Guild plans to train amateur players at a New York venue with expert guidance and demonstrations. Senior figures and instructors will lead sessions, offering acting, voice, and stagecraft coaching to aspiring performers. The program aims to nurture local talent and boost community theatre.
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