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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Feb 11, 1929
Page
9
Reported notes from Brisbane on February 10 describe racing results and placements across divisions. The fragmentary text mentions times, placements, and competitor names in a chaotic summary with incomplete details.
Fragmented notes show Hinchinbrook Shire Council discussions and mentions of auctioneers and council chambers. Names such as A. J. Draper are visible, with references to chairs and Herbert River, but the readable content is incomplete.
Race fragment lists dividends and entries with names such as Paceman Patel and Durward. Notable terms include Canterbury Handicap, betting odds, and a reference to a horse with support, though many words are garbled.
Kingsfield Stud in Sydney reports progress on a breeding season begun in February. Early tests show strong mares and promising foals, with owners optimistic about future races and stud value.
Fragmentary notes from the Leader under the big tree recount a disputed decision at Abbott Street Brisbane. The page hints at a contested vote and unsettled proceedings with limited readable details.
Brisbane track results from Davies Park Gauntlet with Dick Smythe winning the First Division Handicap and Bruce Mz Callum second Abr Taylor third Woncally placed. winning time 62.1 seconds.
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