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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Aug 16, 1928
Page
11
The notice requires all weekly sporting team announcements for cricket and football to be lodged with the Post by 10 p.m. Thursday for Friday publication. Late submissions risk no publication.
A detailed account of the GunnanWarra Picnic Race Meeting near Ravenshoe Cairns area includes results for the Midget Handicap Valley of Lagoons Stakes and other events. Notable attendees include Miss Edwards Mrs Kaney Mr Atkinson and Mr Newell with visitors from Cairns Atherton Ravenshoe and Herberton.
Notes from Doncaster describe Abrilonvale Torilob and Catrina meetings on August 25 and September 8. It mentions Townville Weekesday, Ascot Challenge Stakes entries including Arishane von Satcrlay Ko Marsden Hiemeon Sophan, and J Canqiest Billy Uaddingtom J Adams Killarnes. Gothic by J Pike set for VATA meet and Metsie Stakes history with Royal Charter Eurythmic Heroic. Challenge Stakes betting quoted.
Racing results from a degraded notice show an open first day event with Malden Patel and Dear in a district event. Listed runners include Margaret, Fane, Sages Mia and Red Creek Handicap winners with unclear placements and times.
Townsville August 15. After a deputation of horseowners met with the Turf Club committee, bookmakers agreed to fix a rate for Saturday at the usual 18/4 but with a minimum of 0/10. Twenty one bookmakers have recently drawn forelands.
Latest betting prices from Randwick and Epsom races list numerous horses with varied odds. Amid market chatter a wave of mis-spellings and unclear names appears, reflecting chaotic wagering and possible recent hacking rumors affecting odds and postings.
In London on August 13 the Test match continued with England at 438 total led by Tyldesley 73 and Dave 54 while Griffith took 6 for 112. West Indies were four down with 61 in their second innings.
The King's Prize first stage began at Enoggera with 212 competitors at 1 yard, 8 inch bullseyes at 400 yards, and scores listed for leading shooters from Reeseane, Lockbridge, Crishane, and others. Conditions were satisfactory and shooting standards high across stages.
Brisbane reports a near perfect second stage with shifting wind as shooters contest ten shots per stage. Scores feature Duncan and Latimer among top performers with team and individual matches noted. The Country Team Championship and Aronsen Cup are mentioned with Rockhampton and Brisbane squads in standings.
The Mareeba Rifle Club hosted its fourth shoot for Mr Costin s Trophy at 500 and 701 yards with patchy winds. Winners included K Acweald and Himrose with 33s at 500, A E Johnson 33 at 700, and J Houghton 29. The fifth shoot at 100 and 600 yards saw J Kandwen and A E Johnson high scorers as conditions shifted.
Boxing note from New York reports Grime scheduled to fight Steve A. Ke Foshasen in Bridgeport later this month. Rivalry builds as promoters announce plans and odds, with local fans awaiting matchup details and ring dates.
The read text details state tennis championships with multiple matches and results. Key players include Fy Lrews, Moon, Cherfow, Drews, and Walther with various wins in singles and doubles. Teams and venues remain partially obscured but indicate a comprehensive tournament with champions in multiple events.
Report from August 35 competition details numerous matches among Southern players with several decisive wins and close battles. Individual performances include Cameron Peat AL Pn Dood Scheetinger Livens and Walker among others, with notable victories and close losses across events.
In Montreal, Crawford defeats Nunn in a key Big Ten tennis contest amid a day of mixed results. The match highlights a tight battle with tactical serves and returning exchanges shaping the outcome for both players.
Australia beats Canada in a string of tennis sets with Patterson and Hawkes defeating Veright and Crocker. First set went to Cantiane, third 6-3, Australians claimed seven five in the fourth to close the match after darkness halted play.
New York reports Lingter claims a Tilden appearance may occur at the Mast West matches. The articles suggest possible suspension concerns and box office fears over a star player’s presence.
Fragmentary text suggests athletes and officials discussing acceptances after events around December or January. References include Willian, Hyde, Wykoff, and a possible VAILEANN or similar games. The passage is garbled and does not present a clear news item or outcomes.
London reports outline a Wildl distance runner Carter who failed to secure a sponsor and echoed a strong 13 metre performance at Amsterdam. The piece notes a four minute timing and references a semi final stage, with limited readable names and details.
A historical column lists public auctions and sales including draught horse draughts, boots and shoes, furniture, and farm implements at Gorlenvale and Clories-street. It notes a September 1 sports event at Herberton Hospital and a public greeting Saturday evening. Also mentions a public notice for supervisory positions and various upcoming auctions and entertainments.
A note lists business lines including Town 94 04 Trunte Line and 3 Box 200 established in 1914. It advertises Doubles, Straight Out and Starting Price services for all states under Brisbane Courles regulation.
An ad style fragment promotes a pond suit maker and wet sock care by T. Short, claiming improved appearance and satisfaction with the result through careful laundering and cloth care. The text features garbled words but suggests garment maintenance and a product or service.
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