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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Apr 04, 1918

Page

4

Herberton Show Races Raise Funds for Hospital

The Herberton Show races on April 3 drew fair attendance and proceeds go to Herberton Hospital. Despite weak fields, racing was fair with multiple heats. Winners included Ransharp in the Trial Handicap, Dives in the Hack Race, Rogetto in the Flying Handicap, and Young Laddie in the Crock Race.

Herberton Herberton Hospital Rhyme B. Smith Planth Rogetto Smith Nojah O'Donnell B, Smith Marasini Bimrose

Christchurch Races Allege Stakes Result Summary

At the Christchurch races the Allege Stakes saw Tom Save win by three lengths from Heatherente Almoner and Gee vag Oy Nine. Time 1264 5.

Wellington

Brisbane racing notes from May consultation

In Brisbane the Albion Cup and Brisbane Cup events are listed with related races such as the Moreton Handicap. The latest information references phone 267 registered with NQRUA and mentions Otter Po Southern events.

Desert Gold nets victory in All-Aged Stakes race at Sydney meet

Rain dampens third day of AJC autumn meeting as Desert Gold wins the All-Aged Stakes with McLachlan aboard. Cetigne and Prince Viridis follow, while Montauk loses rider and Colonel Light fades. Attendance trails prior years but crowd witnesses Desert Gold’s decisive two‑length margin over Cetigne with a 4 9 6 4 time noted amid race conditions.

Sydney AJ C Sma Phil Panters Basil K Colonel Light Plymouth Montesk Mery Leotos Wright Herdie Merv Lend Montauk Lootoo Gatns Ademenes Kindi Jack Rice Jeoming On Bajail K

Deter Young Rested Nora at South South Hotel Event

A terse note reports Deter Young resting Nora at the Next Federal Hotel on Spence Street. Details remain unclear as the brief item lists South and Petco without further context.

Federal Spence Street NORA Petco

Easter Stakes racing results and betting odds recap

The report sections cover betting odds and outcomes across Easter Stakes events with Dunwil Volpi Iranian and Golden Bronze among top runners. It notes race progress from start to finish with positions for Westcourt Lanias Kandos and Wallace Isinglass, including time figures and placing in the mile and half mile races.

Danwil Harrison Volpi Maher Tee Brobe Carbera Dunwil Hala Fend Ater Lanias Westcour McLachlan Wallace Isinglass Barden Kandos Te Westcourt Westcourt Thana Tance Westcourt Lanius Paneer Karanavd Ing Elsdoa Iy Entra Christian Brother Crockett Colbert Dynasty Renee ‘Almoriat Fledon Scoutmaster Karanaw’ King Bruyere Christian Beaker Mae Bes Colbert Barrier Rose Dynasty Karanamnd King Dynay Fairway Aimons Tressty Advant Ty Ka Ae King Almorist Frayere Red Pennant Karamiud King Art Bra Hear Jadon Ane Caleta Sty Broyere

Teasing, T Saunders to Feature in Eastern Ice Perks

The animal, valued at £900, drew heavy backing before Tuesday's event while training issues and oddities in the public spotlight raised questions about its chances.

Sydney Robin

Wallabies Triumph Over Cairns High in Morning Cricket

Aakey morning cricket match saw Wallabies defeat Cairns High School by five wickets and four runs after a tense morning session. Key players Singh, Onley, Rogers, Soper, and Speed led the Wallabies to victory with solid batting and bowling performances.

Emin Cairns High School Wallabies

Central Hotel Buildings on Pence Street Dream

Fragmentary notice mentions Pencece Street and hotel structures with unclear events. No clear date or organization identified. Further readable details needed to specify action or outcome.

Todd Central eAm

Palace Pictures at Austral Theatre Draws Crowds

Review notes patrons praise the all star programme at the Austral Theatre featuring Money Madness and predation ended. The Grand National Bank crisis unfolds with George Fuller as president and Tom Williams cashier amid a plan to pay depositors. Ethel and Dr Mercer play roles in a bank drama as suspense builds around 75 000 dollars.

Palace Austral Theatre Grand National Bank George Fuller Tom Williams Fuller Simmons Ethel Dr.Mercer Lea Kate and the Kop

Blackmailed Businessmen Expose German War Pressure

A denouncement pamphlet by German industrialist Merv Thyssen accuses business leaders of backing the Hohenzollern war drive for profit. The New York World published excerpts describing promises of land in Australia and favorable terms from Deutsche Bank to sway firms and secure support. The pamphlet claims 1912 era promises tied to imperial aims, including India, under British influence, with varied trading concessions offered.

Thyssen Iaer Germany New York World Merv Thyssen Hohenzollerns Europe Australia Deutsche Bank India Ion Oeter Remeins

Mystery Letter Sparks Frontline Remedy Debate

A fragmented note references ALA D Kir and a remedy amid wartime letters. The text hints at shifts in duties and personal sacrifices as troops prepare to depart. No clear names, dates, or places are established in the readable fragments.

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