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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Apr 27, 1944
Page
6
Carr, secretary of the Cairne Hack Club, announces details to horse owners regarding upcoming club events and requirements. The notice outlines registration, eligibility, and schedule adjustments for members and participants.
The weekend's sports report covers greyhound racing results and bowls club notes. It lists leading dogs and drivers, handicap draws, and division results, with details on heats, winners, and upcoming competitions. The piece highlights key performances by Locke, McLaughtin, Welch, and Morgan, plus upcoming schedules and venue notes.
April 24 at the Showgrounds saw Robbs defeat Hawks 29 to 3 in football. Readers note names Robins Cavanayr Rigby Moltie Files and others as scorers and players while Colin Clanton refereed. In soccer Robins beat Hawks 2 0 under referee Dous Conk with next Sunday’s cross code clash set.
An ad touts Double D Eucalyptus as a safer cleaner than petrol for grease and stains on clothing. It warns petrol is dangerous for cleaning and claims the eucalyptus product cleans better with no explosive risk and leaves no after-marks.
General Bennett retirement announced amid speculation on future service and plans. The report notes his past leadership, Melbourne discussions with General Blaney, and mixed bowling results and upcoming matches as the community observes transitions and events.
North Queensland Employers Association seeks court confirmation for wage increases for electrical installation mechanics and limits loading to private contractors. Woothaksia Shire Council requests more street lights. board cannot supply but may source fittings. Attendees include Mr Mulligan, Mr Collins, and engineers.
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