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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Dec 20, 1920
Page
8
Fatal accident reported at Rathdormis track in Brisbane as two riders collided during a race. One jockey, Falk, suffered injuries and died shortly after the incident, with Bean and other riders involved. Official details pending.
A Sydney cricket report highlights Fire Test Assairs's strong performance under heat and wind conditions. Key figures include Hobbs's 49 and Hearne's 14, with Ryder taking multiple wickets. The match featured a lively crowd reception for the visiting Eglo team and notable batting from Woolley, Hendrers, and Rhodes as Australia pressed for a solid total.
A lengthy cricket score narrative describes Australia trailing after a weathered start with 190 runs for 1 wicket at tea. Key figures include Lord Collins and Sahoe Dee, with Mailey and Oldfeld bowling for the opponents. The report mentions other sports and theatre notes, but focuses on the cricket innings and the local spectators’ reactions.
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