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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Apr 25, 1931
Page
11
Officials are informed that weekly notices for cricket football and other sports must be submitted to the Post TM not later than 0 pm on Thursdays for Friday publications. Late submissions may not be printed.
A fragmented report from Melbourne details horse racing and steeplechase outcomes. Swenson dominates a key hurdle event while Warwick and other riders feature in the card. Weather and rain affected several races at Belmar Park, with bookmakers tracking outcomes and prep for upcoming fixtures.
The article discusses shifts in breeding season timing from May to January in England and explains the impact. It notes flat race earnings totals 64894 pounds and steeplechases 23288, with 11,980 in flat racing gains over the previous year and 73 flat races plus 305 over hurdles. It cites Catnap and Catgetam connections and remarks on foal health risks from winter housing, plus historical May natal day tradition and reasons for the change.
Brisbane April 24 Owing to the prevailing low mood the Albion Cup 19 has been dropped this season. The event has been held annually for 18 years though in recent times it has been more a glorified Albion Plate.
The Wagga Town Plate at Sydney on April 24 featured Boorcella ridden by Beasley finishing first with 9.5, Son of the Mist by Me Namara Marshon on 9.5, and Adams on Comforter among others completing the field. Several horses, including Arapant and Leucopogon, followed in a two length to two and a half length margin.
At Moonee Valley a light crowd witnessed St. Lucia claim victory in a tight finish. Race results mention Kayes 93, Sir Carillon 4.13, and Row Miki with odds around 6 to 1. Prime contenders include Crystalliser Glass and Corbella, with several horses in close pursuit and multiple betting notes throughout the card.
In ideal conditions at Tully the local side defeated Mourilyan 21 to 15 in a strong grade contest. Key players included Howard in defense and Flegler with two tries for Mourilyan, while Kriepherson and Lowe debuted for Tully with the forward line prominent and Williams, O'Shea, and Rampion driving the attack.
An advertisement lists events and an auction at Elanora and nearby locations. Items include stocker holdings, trainers, and various names. The entry references an architectural firm, hospital project, and a race result noting Wren winning by a head with two jockeys second and third. Time shown as 1:31.
The Gordonvale arc league held an evening meeting with officials including Maren Winfeld Lisha Hanson Futter Weinert Shearer Lidstone OGorman Reese. They fixed referees fees, approved a charity round payment, accepted Dozello s trophy offer, and decided to badge it for the most improved senior player. A grading committee was appointed and trophies allotted by selectors. Up to £2 2s may be spent on field improvements and renovations. a large clock face will be added at a convenient spot for timing. Gatekeepers Millett Ireland Lynch were named travel allowances, Dr Sherman named honorary surgeon, and officials will wear royal blue ribbons with suitable inscription.
A Wednesday Cairns Aquatic Club meeting chaired by Commodore W. Pavel Minuten reviewed minutes and discussed Townsville Flying Squadron reimbursement for Easter Regatta boating expenses. The Townsville Harbor Board advised refunds for boats attending. Maen Club sought right of appeal against Ny hires decision. Cairns Club opposed. Reports on Sunday's races were adopted. winners announced including T B O M and J Boland trophy. Final trophy race set for Sunday afternoon alongside Mr Bradley’s trophy, with trophies planned for June 12 social event. Nomination for boats closed, list of boat names and handicaps recorded, Magneta launch to follow race.
Kippax's Eleven faced Maryborough in an April 26 cricket match. Kippax-bowler Hooker led the bowlers with 4 for 68, supported by Conway's 6 for 68 as Maryborough were bowled out for 211. Kippax's first innings saw McCabe and Nothling top score in a tense reply, with Fairfax not out and Sundries shaping the final tally.
In Melbourne on April 24 the VRC committee announced reductions in Cup prize money and other race stakes. The Melbourne Cup will drop to £700, the Cantala Stakes to £1800, and the Derby, Gray National Hurdle, and National Steeplechase purses were trimmed accordingly, altering expectations for owners and trainers.
Reported selection lists show Fedminy A team and St Monved clubs forming for weekend fixtures. Players named include J Masn F Neary A Bugmy N Looper N Mancock and N Schmid with coaches Plunkes Farrell Jarlais Tracey Hammond Straker Lynch Monston Neils and Wallace. A second match features St Momica’s versus the Tranhoos at Norman Park with Brady Melle Neville Avdersim Schmit Har Bireen Walsh and Panavan among those listed.
An Australian court on April 23 delivered death sentences to multiple defendants in a high profile case. Jurors or officials indicated acceptance of the verdicts, with one leading official expected to oversee final executions under the usual German influenced procedures cited in the report.
In closing remarks lawyer Karrien asks for mercy while noting the weight of the victims. The President asserts the verdict rests on more than confessions, citing evidence that Kuerven acted deliberately and was not insane.
State Prosecutor case notes state approval by the Executive Council for the appointment of John F W O Rourke as Crown Prosecutor starting Saturday, June 7, 1928. Earlier March events show an evictment against two men in Mimbane with charges of attempted burglary. retrial directive questioned the authority of O Rourke’s actions and a comment was requested from him.
A disrupted collision occurred involving a Sydney bound train near Killargatarin. Several people were injured, with reports noting a number of passengers trapped and emergency services responding swiftly. The incident prompted safety checks and an investigation into possible causes.
Enthusiasm grows for the Jonistanl Rowing Regatta opening on May 4 as teams from New Therm rowing carnival circuits arrive. A strong Cairns Rowing Club delegation heads to compete and reclaim trophies, with a public welcome dance hosted by the Emerald Regatta Committee at the School of Arts on Saturday May 2.
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