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Newspaper
Brisbane Courier Mail
Location
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Date
May 15, 1940
Page
4
Queenslander Far ly Jones, a Xowanville professor, led early in the Golf Open before hopes were dashed by a rough front stretch. KW Anderson faltered in the same round, finding trouble in roughs and bushes while trying to recover from a shaky start.
A H Colledge holds a slim lead at the mid round of the Q Hand open golf championship with 73 73 17 over Norman Newcastle and a pack of contenders including Sydney pros Worth and Thomson Melbourne amateur Ryan and Bolger from Sydney. The event continues at Royal Gucem with key contenders from Brisbane and Melbourne chasing the leader as the field narrows toward the final rounds.
The women’s hockey trial set for Melbourne runs June 16 and 17 with fixtures across groups. Players for June 16 and 17 selected on June 1. team lineups include Brades, Dweed Handa, Wink, and others as Queensland selectors assess talent for the year.
The report traces veteran figures from Queensland and New South Wales dominating boxing rings in Sydney while cycling administration in Melbourne reflects on the Amateurs. It highlights long-serving officials, riders like Wickens and Palmer, and emerging talents from Queensland Colts to junior clubs, noting years of involvement and cross-state ties.
Arrowsmith and team rivals expected to clash as University of Queensland hosts annual report meet. Athletes include champions from 440 and mile events, with Arrowsmith aiming for a national standard amid strong field featuring Muri and Ish yer.
Adrian Quist a Dayle Cup player and leading Australian squash figure will stage exhibition matches at the Queensland aqua Rac Qhiets Clubs court on the Gonah's wnt Horner of Albert and Charlotte stream today. Tomorrow he is set to appear with BesoveE at the racy Club.
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List of contenders and riders for today’s track events including Lord Bylong Fourth Div Hep first division RABE Fourth Div Hep second division et For Tote Yandilla King Sixth Div Hep first division Morwng Welter Div Hep. Contains horse names and divisions for racing program and betting tote.
The management committee of ne Bi lane Rigou Legge ae has made an official request to select 13 players for the Cup. The Brisbane Cricket Ground hosts the Cup final under coach Collie esangaus with teams including Geraghty Crip and Snuttiport SIN vying for the title. The final is expected around September 7 with venues and expenses noted by DRL.
The BRT Referees Association announced a nine member panel for the Bulimba Cup committee. The official named candidates include local referees from Brisbane area leagues with one likely to be appointed for the Canals Cup event. The draw and assignments will be confirmed after a review of form and fitness.
Large track program lists multiple divisions including FIRST and SECOND HCP with times such as 1.15 and 2.45. Names like Seana, Wasnit, and Rina appear among numerous athletes. Event structure includes Fourth and Seventh Divisions with various classifications and prizes noted.
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