Merbertox Back Club Nominations Close for July Meet
Horse owners are reminded that nominations for the Merbertox Back Club meeting to be held on Saturday July 22 close at 4 pm on Monday July 17.
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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jul 15, 1944
Page
6
Horse owners are reminded that nominations for the Merbertox Back Club meeting to be held on Saturday July 22 close at 4 pm on Monday July 17.
Racing at Alston features Provable riders in the ALBICH FARK event with Willame and Bolte in contention and Corban Chief T Ratl among entries. Flying Handicap includes Eve Spear and Curran in leading entries, while NM Novice and Brisbane cards list numerous horses and riders with betting interest and notable weights.
In Brisbane a boxing match ended with BeRNS defeating Dell. The challenger, estimated at 14 rounds, landed a knockout in the seventh round. The bout took place under Queensland boxing regulations with the champion HIN7% noted. The outcome secures BeRNS as the champion in this event.
High Rank and Wiseland with 9.7 and 966 are tipped to back Polmack in this afternoon’s Doomben Cup. Bookmakers list Polmack as the standout despite a tough recent run and a crowded field with Fort Lad and Matheon also in the frame. Trainer EH Packer has Polmack primed for a strong showing as the market favourite and punters await a decisive showing at the line.
Horse owners are reminded that nominations for the Hack Club Meeting to be held Saturday July 1904 at 4 pm close on Monday July 17. Secretary Hack avs Kon Race Meeting details outline divisions and weights with prizes and penalties. Nominations close July 24 with secretary Barrine.
The greyhound racing card at Balaclava Park lists selections for today with multiple courses and heats. First course Beau Barron or Glen Anke. third course Furtens or Lime Dream. fourth course Exotic Lady or Brad cith. sixth course Pawn Arrow or The Biddy. seventh course Belle of the Mountains or My Dusty. additional handicap omitted from handicaps Emergency Third Heat First Division Sole Cash.
Australian Associated Press reports that the 16th United States Air Force has shifted its headquarters from Calcutta to Amar, operating as a distinct unit under General G. E. Stratemeyer within the Eastern Air Command. The new HQ is about an hour from Japanese targets in the area.
The State Department said landing rights for American commercial aircraft in Spain remain facing several technical problems awaiting solution. A detailed announcement would not be made. Britain to share aviation rights similar to the United States, with ongoing British American negotiations conducted independently.
Canberra reports a price control on cinema hall rates set to the maximum fee payable from 1960 12 41 with halls not open before that date subject to fixed maximums by the Price Commissioner. The note discusses backaches and health claims in unrelated product prompts.
A heavily garbled report outlines shifting Senate representation, with mentions of Labour figures like Sheehan and Finlay and references to replacements in the Senate and party lines. The text names Sidie, McKraan, and Lorwend Vos among others, indicating a reshuffling tied to state elections and prior pre-selection events in New South Wales.
The Duke of Windsor arrives in the United States at six o clock local time, with the trip spanning Connecticut and other states. Details on itinerary and official engagements pending further confirmation.
Ambassador Steinhardy, after meeting President Roosevelt, said Turkey will likely increase cooperation soon. He discussed British American talks with Turkey and their potential role in regional diplomacy. The exchange followed discussions aimed at strengthening allied coordination.
Associated Press report from Bombay July 13 1944 notes Gandhi stating no intention of moving forward in India. He warned the situation must be reviewed and indicated he might reconsider. Gandhi criticized government control of administration and urged calm amid the army and British oversight.
London dispatch reports Italian patrols clashing with German troops in Genoa Milan and Turin as strikes threaten to disrupt factory work. The Algiers radio claims German orders to shift manpower to Germany amid worker unrest and military actions. The piece notes union leadership and political shifts within Italy.
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