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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Dec 28, 1946

Page

3

Active Coon Selected for Gordonvale Hack Cup

Active Coon leads Gordonvale Hack Cup day with strong Derby form and recent wins. Contenders include Liprock and Tamergia as well as Moniatait, Grant and several local hopefuls in the five furlong plus divisions. Draws for bookmakers stands set at 11 o clock.

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Cairns Races entries and draw reminders for meeting

The Cairns Hack Char race meeting plans include nominations closing December 6 and a draw at 4 pm on Wednesday December 31. Secretary's office handles gate tickets and member ticket sales with Shanon Tickets urged to be secured promptly.

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Ascot Probable Riders for Today in Brisbane

Brisbane December 27 lists probable riders for Ascot events including the Newhaven Towson Stakes and Maides Handicap divisions. The field names cover multiple horses such as Bellem, Bougoure, Deemed King, Silk Store, Castle Frontenac, Open Handicap entrants like Gastornugh, Brown, and Harbour, with divisions featuring Conquest, Maiden Handicap second division, and movier handicap contenders among Prince Merlin and Middle Ages.

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Noble Mebo Game After Back Interference Report

Noble Hero game report from Chisbane on December 31 notes severe interference against Noble Mebo at Aagot, with details limited due to fragmented OCR text. Authorities cautioned observers to preserve safety and proper conduct during the match and aftermath.

Chisbane

Edward John Chooses St Dendy at Moonee Valley Race

Edward John was narrowly beaten by Regal Coin in the Beaumaris Handicap at Moonee Valley on December 7. Bravely and Bravesta also featured among Melbourne’s top sprinters with selections and weight notes for upcoming races.

Wilch Heroes Martone Day Edward John Regal Coin Regal Coin Ia Mebourne Dward John Mirior Tomcape Dandy Dip Badger Tal Merasia Badger Adelaide A. Bresaley Lou Braves Victoria Flandicap Moonee Valley Bravealy Bravela Mooney Valley Vaninka St. Dendy Brévesia Beaumaris Royal Mark Cauldeld Thure- Cay Royal Mach Ak Mart Aod Aes Orcas Moonealy Brealey Ia Nandling Young

Hold Up of Victorian Sunday Trains

A fragmentary report details a Sunday train hold up in Melbourne with references to railway workers resistance. Guards drivers and signalmen refused to work, prompting mention of legal and wage steps and a potential shutdown if demands or protections are not granted. The text notes a court action and possible timing for a future Sunday work stoppage.

Melbourne Kaw Anxinux

Increase in wartime aid boosts federal effort

In Brisbane on December 27 a report notes a rising count of support and the Federation Secretary laments the needed boost to authority and resources as the Em: Nopers' Federation faces calls for greater action.

Brirbane Nopers Federation Im. F Batt

Randwick Carrington Stakes and other race notes

Ambiguous OCR text outlines Randwick and Carrington Stakes entries with multiple horses and divisions. Mentions Prince Méhiesa Immedine Neste Makion Handicap, Novice Handicap divisions, Storey 19.1, Hermurd, Covington Stakes, Willers Stakes at Randwick, Puffham and Gay King among listed runners and horses like Native Son, Modulation, Silent. Observed trainer notes and possible starts, with emphasis on early pace and distance suitability.

Grevelawn Canferlusy Great Stra Bassiper Dane Storey Rowan & Worthin Kyuelon Hermurd Newcastle Gosford Beas St Costard Canterbury Randwick Aira and Graces Bewcastle Baile Cherie Gay King Lowen Miley Hemi Rosehill Vacen Rbuty Paints Es Carbeia Upton Seek Spall Meg Toswena Bipews Bendican Gav Telk Denman Ranchcan Villiers Peter Halemale

Marriage loan proposal before Labour convention

The Queensland State Service Union asks the Labour convention opening at Townsville on February 14 to back a marriage loan plan. The proposal urges the Penal Government to provide marriage loans with weekly repayments and a balance written off after the birth of the third child, with specific rules tied to birth events.

Brisbane Queenslard Siate Service Union ii Labour Convention Townsville Ent Abe

Challenge to Premier Brilbant in court over party split

Dec 27 The leader of the Queensland People's Party Bruce Pe invites Premier Z. M. Hanlon to accept before a court of justice a challenge on the truth of statements by Mr Henson and MLA Mr J. H. Mann regarding members of the party and a departmental issue.

Brilbant Queensland People's Party Me Bruce Pe Z. M. Hanlon Court of Justice Henson J.H. Mann TPP Tad Ofdale Castorne

Shantung Fighting Peiping Report On Shantung Peninsula Front

Government dispatches say Manchurian forces push toward a quiet harbor as troops regroup along Shantung Peninsula from the sea to the railway at Telngiao Taiwan railhead. One of three main ports on the peninsula’s east coast reported by authorities.

Peiping lMst Shantung Peninains Telngiao-Taiwan Commaniers Pe Val Forth

Seventy Ny atings Arrive for Demobilisation in Australis

In Sydney on December era, seventy Ny ratings arrive in the Marsie free zone for demobilisation in Australia. Sixty are married Australian girls, most others have Australian funds. A few will go to Brisbane and Melbourne, but most stay in New South Wales.

Sydney Ny ‘Atings Marsie Freeze Australis Brisbane Melbourne New South Wales

Willmies Estate Appraised in New York

Wayward OCR misreads report that the Willkie estate was appraised at certain figures with 78 percent of income to the widow and 33 percent to others, noting remainder to heirs. Names and figures appear garbled. a formal appraisal statement by the taxation department is indicated but unclear.

New York Yxation Wandell Willkie Silay Stom Willkie Philip

Melbourne rules meet features barrier events and handicap heats

A noisy Melbourne racing card lists barrier positions and pro forma riders for a Saturday meeting. Names like Prince, McDonald, Drury, R. Hutchinson, and Donnelly appear among handicaps and divisions, with references to Brave the Preston Prackles and Grand Pekin among numerous horses.

Melbourne Dee Prince Satan Eater Seid J. Eine ‘Wondieigh Lautate P. McDonald Zousye C."mccom Ralph Tees Lalleby Teresa Pres Nuralet Burgvinganette J Crilley Drury R. McParlane Preston Prackles Eagle E. Preston Racca R. Hutchinson Mice Donnelly Met Ivisville

Advertised Events in Unclear Local Notice

Fragmentary OCR shows an advertisement listing events but text is garbled. Readable items mention public announcements and local happenings but specifics such as dates locations or organizers are missing. Further restoration needed to identify exact events and details.

Industrial talks prompt prime minister to back wage reform

In Melbourne Bec 71, the prime minister appears to back calls for improved industrial can and cites discussions with ACTU leaders and Commonwealth arbitration authorities. The report notes expectations that a fair wage framework could be approved amid employer and union pressures.

Melbourne ACTU Manik Tlarey Br. Chiey

Survivors Rescued After Plane Crash on St Lawrence River

Remaining survivors of a Quebec Airways plane crash were rescued by a small boat in the St. Lawrence River after four days marooned on a floating ice floe. The incident occurred near Quebec with rescue by AAP reporting.

Quebec Quebec Airways St. Lawrence River

Boy Scouts Rally Opens Open at State Governor General

Scouts from New South Wales and South Australia gather at Lots National Park for a corroboree opening. Earlier 800 scouts trained, including from Queensland and Victoria. Delegates and divisions listed with names and places. ceremony to be opened by Governor General Northeatt with marching bands and parade entries.

Sydney Porta New South Wales Vray South Australia Lots National Park

Scanty Beach Wear Condemned by Dean and Boon Hays Nudists

Melbourne beach officials warn against scanty costumes as public opinion heats up about beach attire. The dean and local leaders cite disorderly behavior and urge stronger standards to preserve decorum and safety.

Dash Leads S207 Champion Despite Years Of Play

Amateur sports brief recounts Hugh Dash and Archie Baston in a quirky report about a S207 champion. It mentions Dash nearing forty, Bee Ei, his team, and a controversial note on dietary choices at Christine’s dinner while Swinbourne poultry remains taboo for 37 years.

Encket Archie Baston Bourne

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