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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Aug 10, 1945
Page
2
Patrons may obtain tickets from the secretary's office today and until 11 o'clock tomorrow morning, or at Mr D Muirheid's shop tomorrow morning. The notice outlines arrangements for the Cairns Annual Turf meeting and ticket pickup procedures.
The article notes the death of Ormaries with unsettled details and a plan to race again, mentioning Ban and Sey Face in the context of a withdrawn entry and an emergency decision to run a five furlong race under uncertain fate.
SRSA reports Albion Fare galloping impressively in Toorak Wandicap trials. High Rank and Noble Hero led pace work with several horses matching intervals, while Silveron and Empire engaged in a longer gallop. Last distances varied with clover pace noting several times around 40 seconds for the final stretch.
The meeting lists three year old entries and acceptances for Brisbane races. Notable contenders include Avon, Amagon, and Brien with varied odds and weights. Officials prepare the program for Saturday's card amid light entries and uncertain conditions.
In a irregular Canterbury card the entries show two divisions of a three year old maiden handicap over seven and a quarter furlongs and a one furlong race for a maidens. Names like Dark Deliverance Prince Hua and Vanity Lady appear amid scattered colt entries and weights, with partial results unclear from OCR.
London reports describe the fourth test with England and Avatealia sharing a tense clash. An extended innings time of 80 minutes plus extra half hour options marked a cautious play as England sought to counter Australia. Analysts note Australias pace and spin advantage while England pace attack and fielding faced strain amid variable conditions.
Australia and England encounter a tense start as Hutton and Williams produce steady openings while Robertson claims seven wickets, pressing England to 465 in a decisive first innings.
Al Praser faces Billy Rainsbury in a Victorian welterweight bout at Fibermnng Hall tomorrow night after a public exhibition in the ASSALA rooms drew praise for Praser’s physique and punching accuracy. Rainsbury, in top form, is expected to use speed and footwork to counter. Other bouts include Rex Mice, Tiger O Shane in a wrestling match if matched, and a full boxing card in Cairns with local names Bayley McNamara and Sloan featured.
The Beimein Rugby League Club plans a September 1 match against Brisbane and will depart September 12 for travel north of Brisbane subject to accommodation. North Queensland rugby prospects seek new players as management lines up Mr Matthews and Balmain captain Arthur Patton who is returning from injury with crutches.
Fragmentary notes from the Cairne Amateur Club on fishing. The readable text hints at site references and casual observations but lacks clear events, dates, or named individuals. Further context is needed to form a cohesive summary.
The Star reports the £1500 golf tournament at Royal Richmond starts amid heavy rain. Cotton leads with 69 after a 32 in the back nine, while Knight and Goodehill feature strongly. Poles, Shanklan and others chase, with 8000 spectators watching the action.
The Caine Basketball Association will start games tomorrow featuring six teams in two opening matches.
Local teams prepare for a doubleheader with A and B grade matches at 2 pm. A grade lineups include G Michilios and J Banlface, while B grade features RL Ot and V Boulda among others. Umpires listed for various grades. contact list circulated for volunteers.
Dr Montgomery White in his laboratory describes a novel instrument built in Queensland to record physiological responses in animals during disease onset. The device aims to capture incipient signs unmeasurable by ordinary methods, aiding investigations into vitamin deficiencies plant toxins and vermin destruction. The instrument promises advances in stock disease research and holmnen plant studies, with demonstrations planned for scientific and technical audiences.
In Paris the cabinet presses for the electoral referendum while Parliament discusses changes. The session centers on the timing and terms of the referendum and its possible impact on governance. Government officials argue for a swift vote, while opposition voices seek clarifications on the referendum’s scope and implications.
In Prague on August 7 Reuters dispatch notes a secret action depriving Germans and Hungarians of certain citizenship terms under Grech law, with Nasia possibly seeking readmission. The fragment suggests political maneuvers impacting nationality status amid ongoing regional tensions.
Tiaariay The High Com announces that Chinese troops have captured key positions in Chungking amid ongoing fighting. Authorities say the gains reflect a shift in momentum against opposing forces, with strategic implications for the broader campaign.
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