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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Feb 19, 1946
Page
2
Amateur notes describe a Doncaster event on April 3 with skop Wa Somer Claaned. Bi Bu and BAEC Sacee Ih Map ad Serahet are mentioned, with likely outcomes and weather affecting the shore. The fragment hints at seas, shore conditions, and ongoing performances.
The Alma Stakes for two year olds at Melbourne feature Sere Reus and Rentwose as contenders in a furlong dash. Salmon 8 1 indicates odds or weights, with caulfield slated Saturday racing action and a focus on up and coming gallopers.
The Cairns Bowls Club annual meeting was held at the Reese Inn with officers elected and reports presented. President K W J Marga outlined finances showing a net profit of £327 1s 10d for the year. greenkeeper Mr William Keale praised for maintaining the course despite crowsfoot and fertiliser shortages. Obituary noted former president George Spend, and competitions details highlighted eight weekends of play, social events, and rising membership.
Report from a rain interrupted session in Queensland Victoria interstate cricket. Weather delays caused a resumed three hour play with showers and heavy outfield, Shick and Johnson delivering notable bowling and batting efforts amid variable form. Victoria totals 442 as first innings. Queensland second innings details incomplete due to garbled text.
The Fremtwan crew won the forthern Builders' Supplies trophy in a rain altered race. Changes to wind and water conditions shifted boat positions, with Catherine, Phantom, Sally Til, Wiwort and NBS contending closely. Final legs saw Wiwort first across the line followed by Sally Til and Catherine, as handicaps were adjusted after the wet conditions.
Fragments hint at social relations and a President speech. Mentions of a chief, a sewer measure, and a 87 note appear amid garbled phrases. Context unclear, no clear event or names to ground a coherent summary.
Air travel could ease long sea journeys for cricketers of the era, with England to Australia tours potentially shifted to air routes. Observers note costs, fare structures, and player replacement issues as Australia and England consider rapid travel to cover key fixtures and absences. Critics warn of risks to traditional tours and player welfare amid shifting logistics.
A historical meet at the Chy Baths in Talget featured varied races and placements. Notable performances include Rosinson and Hime in 391.3 yard events, Melagre and Robinson among others, with junior and senior divisions across styles like backstroke and breaststroke.
In New Orleans a tense final round saw players Ferrer and Schoeer contend against Mets 388 and Bi. as 20 TReleerh set a steady pace with Sol de Prat contributing key putts. George Schoeer finished with a clutch stretch to edge the field.
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