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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Aug 12, 1946
Page
2
Fragmented text from a local page shows names and numbers with unclear actions. It mentions dates like Wed and Mar and references to Bran, Bing, and Meade with stray figures. No coherent event or outcome is readable to confirm who did what.
A compact racing card shows horses such as Desoad Antoun Merry Jeni and Brucie in a fast sprint. Scores and times cited include 1.254 for Oscar Handicap with a five length victory noted amid a field of named runners and connections.
The report notes a striking late surge in the big race with a standout performance by a sprinter from Everton. Although details are garbled, the piece highlights a decisive move that secured strong position, matching pace with leading rivals and signaling potential success in forthcoming events.
In Sydney racing action a venerable three year old handicap headlines the card with races featuring notable runners such as Dark Ith and Persia, while others like Tynedale and Love Blar Ure appear in the field. The meeting includes maidens, sprint heats, and supporting events with bets and odds noted for several contenders.
A crowded racing program lists horses and drivers across events like the Australian Steeplechase and the Malakoff Stakes. Notable entries include Victory, Quixstie, Lone Wind, Night Guardian, and Black Law, with times and margins noted in a dense summary of multiple divisions and contenders.
Melbourne August 10 Victory March defeated Quixote and Walladale in a sensational Caulfield steeplechase. Only seven of the 11 runners completed the course. Victory March was nearly down when Tanakee struck his horse and almost rider. Godfrey praised Victory March as the cleverest horse he has ridden and said he would not accept another mount if he could ride him again.
A chaotic Melbourne racing note reports Black Law defeating Anstey by half a head in the Cambria Plate. Owner Mr O R Porter backed Black Law for the Caulfield Cup and plans to race him in Sydney, while Sydney horse Revinach impresses as a contender for the AJC Derby and Despatch Rider runs.
The United States Civil Aeronautics Board plans tripling air cargo and feeder services, arguing air transport's reach tightens ties across the country. Chairperson says cargo growth could reshape routes, with emphasis on distance and system-wide benefits.
QTC events set for Wednesday at Brisbane featuring sprinters and distance runners in a midweek track meet. Officials anticipate steady times and competitive fields across sprint and middle distance heats.
Gordonvale’s XIII defended their home ground with strong pack work and a sharp back line, beating Marist Brothers after a tense second half. Gordonvale juniors also claimed the junior premiership by defeating Ivanhoes 3–0. Dorward side dominated scrums, with Cartwright and the Clarke brothers among standouts as Gordonvale edged clear late. Greenwood and HOGAN featured in a vigorous forward display while Furlong Gallen, Keating, and Stokes contributed in defence.
Fragmentary OCR text hints at a local notice or brief about a meeting or event involving Ansel, Georseman, and Deslat with dates and participants. The readable portions are unclear, but suggest a scheduled date around 31 and a regional context.
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