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Newspaper
Brisbane Courier Mail
Location
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Date
Sep 18, 1940
Page
2
A detailed deputation planned for next week as the Terrierry of the Price Het furs' Association outlines protest against banning place bets. The report lists jockeys, trainers, venues, and upcoming race meetings with names and locations in a busy Queensland racing scene.
At Rosebery, Mildura led a fast program with seven furlongs taking 120. A host of horses including Gold Salute Barry Aircanoney and Chal her abuse chased ranks. Parson Wid rode amid tight finishes as spectators noted the strong performance by Mildura and the nearby contenders.
The race card features favourites for the cups and a long list of horses and connections. Names such as Tragopan and Brkinge Cupwatiner appear amid event notes, with various weights, distances, and track terms noted for Melbourne racing.
Fragmentary OCR shows a list of divisions and times for a racing meet at Ipswich with scattered names. The page mentions Sixth Division and Third Division events, a dash bonfire, and a time of 4.30 with unclear context. Names and places are partially legible, including Ipswich and Bundamba references.
Allora Lad dominates a crowded Ascot day with a strong five furlong performance. Roy Yoon guides the steeplehorse through a sharp pace to secure a clear win over rivals, with key challengers trailing in the late stretch.
The article praises Pittard as the best code player, noting standout performances and nominations. It mentions Markie Pallard and Charlie Sieram among top performers, with potential future selections and season plans.
The Minister for Winks reviews boxing ability of Eddie Wong Mossmat at an amateur boxing event. The report mentions school ties and a display of skill, with Crawford beating Quist in a year of age context and plans for a metropolitan championship in Dubbo.
Puritier canes and Brisbane enters the lineup as replacements are announced. G Ryen of Northern Sub. is out with returns expected. FP Lind from Western Bib steps in to replace Ryan. Williamaun Walley replaces Weavel, with Walker taking Melrose’s centre role and Corey entering as reserve.
Brown, long-time Western Suburbs resident and Western Suburbs player for many years, plans to join the club after a stand down. A special meeting approved amendments to the competition and replacements of Colts by Australian visas.
A fragmentary report notes Anil Ries is forced to retire amid hospital turmoil and a series of unclear incidents. The piece mentions a windstorm, an ambulance, and a potential legal or organizational action linked to a supposed event at a club or parish, with limited readable details.
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