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Newspaper
Brisbane Courier Mail
Location
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Date
Oct 10, 1939
Page
4
Classified notes report disputed ring claims, a steward alleging the phrase BITCH WAS DRUGGED. The jumble of names, events, and council references points to a chaotic local page with swimming titles, committee decisions, and upcoming meets including Queensland championships details, timelines, and entries.
A dog racing incident led to a three year ban for the dog and trainer amid bets voided and suspicions of improper practices. The Hovann dog, owned by Mr Hawker of Stanthorpe Show, repeatedly fell and was pulled. steward Le Rouvray-Gox noted issues and the result was declared invalid by officials.
State selectors named 19 players to train for possible State selection. New faces include E. La Frans E. Lowrie E. Br Gooma G. Robinson and C. Bryce while Queensland veterans T. Allen W. Tallon and C. Stibe miss practice due to residing in the country.
A lengthy report outlines financing and selection issues for the Shield cricket effort in Queensland. It notes new revenue requests, board decisions, and the inclusion of several players amid a restructuring of the squad for upcoming matches.
The article outlines a handicap system introduced for a Queensland bridge pairs match with named players and a 10 point handicap. It lists teams in North South and East West divisions, noting winners and penalties, alongside a fatal motor accident in Parramatta Road involving Thomas Sydney.
San Francisco reports Riggs defeats Bromwich in a tense final, with Riggs gaining the advantage in key games of the fifth set. Bromwich battles back in the seventh and eighth games as spectators note strong serves and long rallies, while mixed doubles see Hope FairAushe and Mrs Wills Moody reach the final rounds.
Fragmented OCR listing horse selections and divisions for Ipswich events. Mentions horses such as MONASH PRINCESS and SOULT SHADE with division placements and odds or prices. Includes multiple labeled divisions and horse names with scattered numbers and notes.
The fragment details racing holds at Bundamba with open handicap prospects for horses including Favloney 1447 and Tolbar's Five. It references jockeys, weights, and track conditions, listing other contenders and noting a shift in plans for an event at Albion Park while Melbourne markets note racing bans due to heavy rainfall.
Melbourne racing notes name Cooper backing Cup hopefuls for a £15,000 prize. Rivette and Respirator figure as top fancies with Bourbon and Reading among other contenders. Field tied to Caulfield Cup prospects as trainers weigh risks and riders.
Summary of entries for summer tennis across Brisbane associations shows Metropolitan Hardcourt and Western Suburbs reporting changes. North and Northern Suburbs show slight declines while other districts report increased lists.
A garbled report outlines NSW Rugby Union surplus and expenses for the year, noting funding approaches for a selection event and the arrival of a team. It mentions anticipated costs in pounds and proceeds expected from various sources. The document references logistical arrangements for a festival and the allocation of funds to different sections of the union.
The name Rex Rogers was deleted from the roster supplied to last night’s meeting of the Queen Sand Amateur Swimming Association by Roger’s decision. Hirwan ruled the person was nine professional cricketer and thus not eligible.
Fred Hart resumes as skipper for Aberdare crew in a Sunday afternoon race aiming to finish the season strong. The squad includes Swannay Gouisr Re Kingscon and Hayward, with Dee Why regatta at Bidhey Harbour and full slate of events on the Aristan River.
Queensland saw a wide temperature spread with readings from subzero to over 100 degrees. Normanton reported 102 degrees while Gladstone reached 121 points and Rockhampton 43. Central coast areas had dry spells but afternoon storms. Cooler winds and possible showers are forecast for the week.
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