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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Dec 06, 1929
Page
15
A demonstration of the 3-Furrow Disc Plough showcases a high quality self lift mechanism. The Dragoon Plough features strong beam, forged steel discs, large land wheel with special tyre, and two angle options for discs. Depth is set by hand screws and it includes safety pegs and extra attachments for conversion and scraper options.
Sydney race meeting at Warwick Farm on Saturday features Maiden Nursery at 5 furlongs with top weights and many runners including Pasticcio and Weather Wise. The Moonebank Handicap over one mile also appears with entries such as Wedding and Runnymede amid a dense list of horses and odds.
In Townsville on December 4, the Supreme Court delivered judgment for Sarah Ellen Borrows against James Henry Foley, William John Foley, and Mary Foley trading as T Foley and Sons. The court held the defendants liable for interest on £8000 from January 1, 1929 to August 8, 1929 at 4 percent, awarding £192 17s 5d plus costs.
In the House of Commons the Transport Minister announced a new comprehensive bill to unify all London area traffic undertakings under public ownership. The move aims to eliminate wasteful competition and secure revenue to meet expenses and expand traffic by bringing omnibus tramway and underground railways under single control.
The Minister for Mines E A Atherton moved a bill to amend the Mining on Private Lands Act and the miners homesteads law to restore freehold ownership to mineral freeholders. Stopford called it retrigrade legislation, while C Fre noted the bill had been introduced and read for the first time.
A British columnist notes the rarity of Open Championship ties in Britain since 1860, contrasts with American history since 1894 where ties are common, and recalls famous play offs including Ouimet Vardon Ray in 1913. He cites factors behind ties and reflects on the drama and fatigue for reporters.
NSW Premier Bavin vows to open coal mines even under police protection prompting Trades Hall and federal leaders to threaten military action. The piece also praises Melbourne Health Officer Dr Dale for scolding fad diets during Health Week and notes a civic reception for 350 American visitors.
London observers note Lindram's strong showing in the Lonhram match with Smith Co and McConachy in play while a Melbourne temperature parity is credited for his consistency. Reports say he received invitations to London's exclusive clubs after a bereavement weighs on him.
The Airstoke Association selects senior teams for matches in Nortian at 2 p.m. with Rovers facing Mercantiles at No 1 wicket and Mercantiles facing Rovers at No 2 wicket. Junior Mercantiles teams meet Waratahs at Parramatta Park at 9.30 a.m. Sunday. B Grade Centrals meet Freshwater, with lineups listed for each squad and emergency players noted.
Gordonvale Cricket Association Executive met at the Central Hotel on Wednesday evening. Nest Sunday marks completion of the second round of fixtures. The committee resolved to recess club fixtures from December 22 1929 to January 5 1930 inclusive.
Gordonvale names Draper Cup squad for Sunday 15 at Gordonvale with 8 Martin J Owens skip and others. Abbott Shield selection for Cairns match in Cairns includes Alley Bryce Lucas Griffin skip and additional players Wright skip. Players asked to notify secretary or selector promptly if unavailable.
An ad touts Pisurated Magnesia as the cure for excess stomach acid. It claims quick pain relief by neutralising acid, halting fermentation, and soothing inflamed tissues. Readers are urged to try a bottle today for immediate relief.
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