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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Feb 11, 1953
Page
2
A fragmentary handicapping note references a race at a contested division meeting. It lists odd phrases like 14 torloon and 3 en 1 aa 1 wal, mentions a win in the division, and cites names such as Cecily and Pride with odd numerals. The readable content is sparse and unclear.
Fragmentary notes from a meeting of the works committee of the Tonle Toit Tact Clubs West. President and treasurer attended with limited clarity. Discussion touched on authorization to use funds and left some actions pending.
The report lists numerous athletes and scores from a yardage shootout and track events. Names such as Conale, Stevens, Lawrence, Anderson, and others appear with multiple scores including 49, 52, 105, 108, and 103. The article mentions a trophy, shootoffs, and yard measurements, highlighting several competitors and their performances.
In a windy field, Watsonville pistol club members fired the 900 yard event and scored at 600 yards. Results show H KC, GS Smith 4 51, Gobey 48 52, William 5 100, V Mas- Been 3 43.
The Grand National favourite, seen in London betting markets, is listed around 9 to 1. Unclear text references suggest impressive early betting support for a top contender, with speculative notes on potential rivals and market shifts ahead of race day.
The article describes a boxing match in Paris involving Ray Famechon and Bamett. Famechon advanced to the third round before being knocked down. Bamett scored a knockdown, Famechon was helped to his corner, and the referee’s bell ended the round with Famechon unable to finish.
Sunbeam reports on Wills leading Rowtes head game and notes new developments in local sports coverage with emphasis on players and teams.
A disposal sale and public auction are scheduled with a Co-ordinator-General of Public Works oversight. Kevin B. Thomas and FB. Blakey are listed for public shedding on Mareghe, February 30 and Friday February 30 at 2 pm.
A local meeting at Cairns Showground discussed renting terms for events. Mr K Mazin urged sponsors to be ready to pay at least the value of the first terms for the event. Mr S J inal supported the motion as a reasonable step. The Director of Posts and Telephones and others seconded, with brief remarks.
New York report states Jack Kramer defeated Sedgman in a Reston today match. The result was expected to bolster Kramer’s standing. spectators noted Kramer’s aggressive play and consistent serves as pivotal in securing the victory.
Fragmentary OCR notes discuss ship movements with references to Antwerp London and Sydney. Mentions dates, ports, and unclear crew actions. Text is garbled, but implies a routine sailing period and staging for departures from European ports. No clear events or outcomes are confirmed.
fragments suggest South Australia defeated New South Wales in a political or archipelago context with names like Ducker and Sadat mentioned. unclear details include electoral poll references and dates.
A garbled cricket notice reports Australia planning a day night match against Ceylon with debate over veteran Learie Constantine’s participation. Names and details are unclear, but the piece centers on a possible test setup and selection issues during the tour news glimpse.
A garbled notice reports on competition and prices with scattered names and phrases suggesting a public debate over price control. The fragment mentions Blaine Burton, Sean, and Lip consumer, with reference to advertising and a refusal to meet price requests.
London reports from February 9 indicate Britain's meat supply will grow only gradually with bacon and meat consumption rising through 1962 while butter and cheese drop. The Commonwealth Economic Committee notes warn of reduced butter use, lower butter consumption, and a dip in cheese intake tied to expected imports from Australia.
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