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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Aug 08, 1918

Page

4

Australian foal bred from English Derby winner Cuffs

The item notes a foal born in Australia from a mare by Martagon and Cuffs sire line, detailing racing history in England and Australia. It mentions ownership notes linked to Cobram and a sale process with George Pratt as successful bidder, plus references to Bitters and Tattersall rights.

England Australia Bordon Martagon St. Simon Fiat Ormament Bend Or Site Column Produce Hastie Engin Sydney ““Bulletin Glen H Cobram Arcy - Alte George Pratt Strand Hotel

Unclear race results and disqualification reported

The fragment references a horse race with riders Hill Tait and others. mentions Jack Rice and Lipas beating rivals by about 100 yards. A life disqualification is imposed on James Derry over alleged malpractice linked to racing events. Also lists several horse names and scratches for Epsom and Metropolitan races.

Melbourne Sat Mone Min Thi Momme Yack Tree Gough Hill Tait Rae R Se UU Bence Dae Jack Rice Lipas Obi

Townsville Supreme Court Proceedings Preview

In Townsville the Supreme Court hears an appeal by Rogers over a lower court ruling involving alleged timber and cement theft from Railway Department property. The jury returned a verdict of guilty for Rogers while J E Rollinson was found not guilty. sentencing postponed to tomorrow morning.

Townsville J Rogers Woods W.marsland Magers Ederd Janes Rogers J. E. Rollinson

Kennedy's Violinist at the Papa Theatre Review

A fragmentary program notes prominent violinist Kennedy and Madame Bertha Kennedy's brilliant company touring London venues and abroad. The piece praises Kennedy as a front rank entertainer, with details of prices and booking plans at the Plan Theatre Tea Rooms.

Kennedy Wonderwen Lorence Warren Charmin Inglis Madame -Bertha- Kennedy Pat Theatre

Cane relief scheme outlined by cabinet patent in Australia

Theodore says the Cabinet approved a plan where the Commonwealth State governments and mills would share relief costs for northern cane growers hit by cyclones. The scheme aims for equal losses and support to affected growers as a joint disaster relief effort.

Brisbane Theodore Commonwealth Sega Hate

James Wilson Elected President of Brisbane Chamber

At the annual meeting of the Brisbane Chamber of Commerce, James Wilson was elected president for the ensuing years. The event confirmed leadership as the organization plans for upcoming activities and growth.

Brisbane Brisbane Chamber of, Commerce Jao Wilson

Butter Shortage Impacts Sydney Market Amid Famine Fears

A chaotic note describes butter scarcity in Sydney with wholesale houses unable to restock. Retailers report winter supply gaps and expect relief only if production rises or imports from Victoria succeed. Attempts to buy directly from Melbourne have failed.

Aca Sydney Victoria Melbourne

Dental work by Gibson and Howes praised by clients

A certificate notes that MR STEVE attended to forty six horses at Glemmore Farm Toogoolswah and performed dentistry to general satisfaction He operated on twenty one horses cutting teeth pulling teeth and filing teeth His work is described as expert and satisfactory The letter from SIEVE of Stoney praises the treatment of a race horse and endorses publication of the positive feedback

Agibson Li Bingera Sis AL Steve Gibson & Howes Gibson Vy Glemmore Farm Gooburram Steve Well Cave Chen Steve Clarke Grees Pete Stoney

Inspection free with modest charges concrete bids Lat

A local inspection event offers free assessment while bidders submit moderate charges. Organizers aim to attract residents seeking value and transparency in pricing within the Lat area.

Ekecot

Notorious criminals sentenced for jail escape attempt

John Ellman II and Henry O Halloran faced Ceara Court on August 7 for attempting to escape Fremantigaol and disabling a warder. They denied the escape but admitted being in their cells as warders conducted an investigation. The jury found both guilty and sentenced them to seven months hard labor, with cumulative terms now to be served.

Trouble at Inkerman Mill Sparks Strikes in Townsville

Reports from Townsville dated August 7 describe trouble at the Inkerman mill with workers striking over pay, demanding a wage rise and threatening action. The scene includes yard inspections and authorities detaining individuals. charges of breaking and entering linger as the situation unfolds into Friday.

Townsville Inkertan Mill Owim Megens

Parliament adjournment debated amid National Association events

A Brisbane report notes talk of adjourning parliament next week in response to National Association activities. The discussion touched on questions of fashion and the social season, with officials commenting on the siting and related events.

Brisbane Ee National Association

Murwillieubale Cane Growers Meeting Recap

An informal assembly of cane growers met in Mal eaiaral ah on Saturday night to discuss the new agreement. The group stressed sticking with the pact unless terms were improved and conceded some points during the debate.

Reflections on Melbourne Trials From The Bulletin

A fragmented Melbourne report reflects on recent sessions and wartime valor. The piece critiques old friend factions, warns of shifting threats, and notes lingering social tensions while highlighting obscure figures and local concerns.

Kennedy Company at Palace Theatre Two Nights Only

The Kennedy Company presents a musical and variety program at the Palace Theatre featuring Keith Kennedy violinist composer performing The Sea and Beethoven’s Kreutzer Sonata. Soprano Agnese-Gressier, contralto Florence Warren, singer Jennie Cree and comedian Ad Cree join for a varied program.

Jennie Cree Ad Cree Madame Bertha Kennedy Papil Chopin Katie Chopin Ideale Theotdre-Leschétitsky Paderawski Ad ‘Cree Palice Tea Rooms

Palace Theatre delights with Offenbach items and Harold Lockwood feature

The Palace Theatre offered a varied program headlined by Killarney and Old Folks at Home with humorous patter and a reprise of piquant gags. A highlight was the Harold Lockwood drama Uwe der Handicap, praised for gripping the audience through multiple acts and a strong comedies and Gazette segments praised as high standard. Book early for good seats in this comfortable venue.

Killarney Uwe der Harold Lockwood Thenvastahty Gazette

Value of Newman's Sauce 2 Highlighted

A writer notes irreverent thoughts on women and power as a humorous aside. The snippet pivots to promote Newman's Sauce 2, implying a product context with quirky pride.

Newman

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