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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Feb 05, 1931
Page
11
Officials must submit all cricket and football team announcements by 10 p.m. on Thursdays for Friday issue. Late notices risk missing publication. This notice governs secretaries and others responsible for weekly sport teams.
A sprawling summary reports on Australasian horse racing with names such as Mesieta Lass, Manley, Readlins, and Ammon Ra, noting winners, performances, and upcoming big races like Randwick Sires Produce and Champagne Stakes. It also covers the Newcastle Jockey Club annual loss report, and the NDRA Board of Management noon meeting outlining leadership and potential resignations.
Weights released for Albion Park races on Saturday in Brisbane with details for the fourth division and entries including Fremmers and other horses. The list outlines weights for Stadt races and rider assignments for the day’s program.
In second division action numerous entries including Grey Tie Shelia Deer Ayreon Pahmarito Avant Pisital Loaner Atrerne Rooster Fusil P eveaie My Rappacre Rey and others fought through 7 furlongs and 1 mile segments in the Forlongs and Plate heats. In third division entrants such as Helor's Lady Viner Lord Lisbem The Singer Silver Night and Royal Frisco vied for top positions amid close finishes and varying weights.
Melbourne February betting prices list horses in the Newmarket Handicap and Cup with a spread of entries including Greenline Umbertana Wise Force Horazentace a Commas Mollison Zanibar First Parkwood Gibson Tea Binna Second Wind Lady Kentrel The Dimmer Soulton Lampra Stowe Indana Combran In Petto Jeb Buchan Mars Spa Dalston ackoint Se Mary Nardean 25 KI Res Mosstrooper Prince Dayton.
Wireless report from Sir Douglas Manser aboard the Discovery describes January 17 to 29 events as the ship navigates heavy pack near an eleven mile island, sightings of termination tongue and Davis Sea, gale conditions, and ongoing repairs by Campbell, Douglas, Hurley and crew while seeking mainland access.
Bris bane Queensland and Victoria match abandoned due to continual heavy rain. Each side receives two points in the Sheffield Shield standings, securing Victoria likely to hold the Shield for the season.
A medical note from London’s Lily Express warns middle aged players about risks of golf. It cautions that excessive rounds or strenuous play can strain muscles and the heart, urging moderation, gradual training, and planned daily play to improve health.
The parliamentary party heard the Prime Minister insist the government must improve the economy and avoid actions that plunge the country into confusion unless circumstances demand it. Mr. Mak Powsil stressed the goal of reconditioning unemployment through policy measures.
In the House of Commons the War Minister reported last year 26,550 accepted recruits from 06.7 dictates with most rejections on grounds of efficiency. Suggestions included a 10 percent salary cut across civil service to save millions, while questions on national sacrifice and pension cuts were raised. The Chancellor commented on a French arbitration matter regarding British war loans.
Melbourne reports Victor faltered after reaching 325 all out for a 170 run lead. Weadley delivered a brilliant 193 off 128 minutes in West Indies second innings, while Barrow added 37 and De Coreis was 32 not out at stumps with three wickets down. The match will finish tomorrow.
A foreign firm, likely French, contracted a Norwegian whaling company to supply 25 dead whales for exhibition at a total cost of 1400 pounds each. The order also includes 100 live penguins.
In Port Elizabeth on February 3 the Marylebone team declared in their second innings with six wickets for 19. Eastern Province posted 105 in their second innings. Voce took five for 35 and Peebles six for 51. Marylebone won by 226 runs.
In a dramatic finish Victoria fought to avoid an innings defeat while West Indies secured victory on the first innings. Healy was dropped on 40 and Quinton Fontaine and Quin posted scores, with Ellis reaching 47 and Fontaine a bold 32 as Victoria inched to 280 for nine. Martin claimed three for 65 as the weathered visitors held off and prevented an outright win.
In Daytona February 3, Poos visibility and strong wind hindered Captain Campbell’s record attempt at the Australian Cable Service events. He instead conducted exhibition runs.
In Da Ina on February 3 Co bD staged a speed exhibition claiming 126 miles per hour. The rider asserted progress toward a new course but did not provide full details. Further statements referenced a "wise" Bees entering the race as context.
Innisfail February 4 a quiet police court session showed orderly conduct. Licensing matter by Wilson and Bromfield granted adjourned to February 18. Several Shire Council rate cases heard with judgments for plaintiffs, including Gee Kee claim. Mention of a sleeping partner and attempted settlements.
Auctioneers offer sales by W O MecKeeman at Mr HL Crossread office on Neemanestreet at 2 pm Saturday February 7. A sugar milling association in Wallaville invites applicants for secretary position with penalties for possession of gear without permit. T J Reddan will start auction of merchandise on Friday next at Mham premises on Lake Street opposite Palace Hotel. A L Newitt and Company submit a residential and other property to public auction on Thursday 12th instant at 1 pm with details advertised elsewhere.
Vatican City experiments will begin with a radio telegraphy link between Vatican City and Canada and other sites. The station, led by Marconi and Father Ian Ja, aims to broadcast sacred music during the next three days as the Pope may receive messages.
The ninth autumn lecture at Southampton highlighted non ferrous alloys in aviation. Aluminum and magnesium alloys, heat treatment, and die casting enable lighter, strong airframe components. Magnesium alloys show growth potential, while rustless iron and nickel alloys offer corrosion resistance for selective uses.
Feb 3 Brisbane report notes only one tender received for the Ipswich road workshop purchase. The offer fell short of the reserve, leaving the property unsold.
A fragment notes Francis was born in Oleighoma City on the thirteenth day, with the date and full details unclear in the OCR. The readable detail specifies birthplace and a numbered day.
A rough journal fragment discusses rough seas and high tides hindering boats, with advice on rest periods and crew duties. It notes the need to keep ropes in use, suggests gradual smoking reduction for health, and mentions broader duties and social talk as priorities during the fest.
Mary Wetherell a leading rowing figure and Commercal Roya s Club chairwoman recalls English rowing as differing from Australia in swivel and poppet towlocks and boat race contrasts. Leander recruits from Oxford and Cambridge favor poppet, while observers note public-school oarsmen and Eton crews at the Ladies Challenge Plate. London Boat Race draws wide press attention and youthful revellers mix with predictable spectators, as Cambridge’s and Oxford’s Light Blue teams loom over next March contest.
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