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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jan 20, 1928
Page
4
A garbled report reviews Borotra's performance in Wheeling matches. The piece references stringing, technique, and crowd reaction while noting outsized serves, footwork, and the overall quality of the first class tennis exhibition.
In doubt over whether Australia’s top sculler is an amateur or professional. A statutory declaration is sought to clarify the swimmer’s status and resolve confusion about recent races and naming, with parties reviewing the matter to determine eligibility.
A wave of deaths aside, Cairns promotes boxing with scientific technique and clean punches. Promoters Abel and Headrick chair judges M T Whon and Fecarke, as tournament plans unfold for February, with local fighters like Snow and Houlihan noted for training and potential bids in upcoming events.
The report outlines GORDON versus GRIME with rounds, punches, and key moments. It describes guard work, knockdowns, and referee actions while noting the Philadelphia bout’s wider implications and spectator reactions.
The report highlights key weightlifting bouts and results featuring Sew Orr Janware 16 Vovekore Peters and others. It notes matches and performances across a series, mentioning Deline Sharkey Hep and a range of competitors in a mid season context.
Premier Abe Callver warned that a flood of foreign migrants was creating a serious situation in Western Australia. He said the state was taking more than its fair share, with high unemployment in other groups and foreigners often employed for low pay to start work. The government had protested to Canberra over the influx.
Adolph Hotelling, charged with the murder of Dorothy Schneider, was arraigned in a farm yard to avoid a 4M strong mob threatening lynching. He pleaded not guilty, citing confusion and hysteria.
The Royal Life Saving Society branch presented its third annual report and balance sheet, noting a livelier season despite weather and travel hindrances. Finances show a deferment of 2018 tallies, with strong beach and pool activity and a notable club competition with colleges. The report mourns the death of a member, praises leadership, and thanks members, press, bus proprietors, and supporters for their contributions.
Canberra January 17 February 26 marked as the second annual Roman Catholic pilgrimage to Canberra with Pontifical High Mass by Archbishop Cattaren on the hill slated for the cathedral. About 10 000 attendees expected and no minor processions planned. Leading Australian Catholic divines anticipated to attend.
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