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Newspaper
Brisbane Courier Mail
Location
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jun 12, 1945
Page
4
Lists show many women and girls eager to learn dressmaking and hat renovation as material becomes more available. The note cites statewide interest, local courses, and public notices about enrollment and funding.
A fragment from the Cookery Exchange describes substitutes for cream using powdered milk and other ingredients. It notes a weekly prize won by Mrs Wilson of Maren direct Honebunk and hints at recipes involving measures and substitutions for common dairy items.
The V A D club reports a successful year with notable progress across activities and membership. Leaders highlight increased participation, event involvement, and planned future initiatives, marking a positive trajectory for the organization.
The article notes many changes in league and club teams with decisions affecting schedules. It mentions Brisbane Rugby League and upcoming events including a Navy vs Army game at an unnamed venue, indicating shifts in teams and opportunities for players.
The Derby stakes feature a crowded field with Khonews, a colt of notable pedigree, leading early picks. Veterans like Danie and Nestor appear in standings as breeders and trainers push for top placements.
The Albion Park meeting features the Jane Stakes heat won by Hugh Rank and the main event, the Winter Stakes, with rivals including Tiardont Ini, Peat They ae Werthweil, and Wikeland. High Teank led May Mesh efforts, while Marv Kent and Mojave Dee are also noted as contenders. Official list highlights Gold as the day’s focus.
Fragmented OCR lists boxing prizes and entrant numbers with locations in Queensland and related names. It notes First Prize £6,000, Second £1,000, Third £500, Fourth £350, Fifth £300, with numerous ticket numbers and participant IDs across multiple lines. The garbled text references Randwick and various names and places, typical of a large prize drawing or raffle listing in a newspaper.
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