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Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Jul 24, 1945

Page

2

Meeting notice fragment with unclear details

Fragmentary note references a next meeting including names Mareelis Nugoet Nowyhowe Mvader and a date March 3 but text is garbled and details are unreadable.

Local rugby clash ends in tight win for Gordonvale minors

Readable reports show Gordonvale minor team edging Woodpeckers by 2 points after a tough battle. The match featured strong defense from Locals and late scoring attempts from Woree, with referees Mr Geo Turner and Mr I McCormbe handling junior games amid a lively club night.

Cairea Beeson Been Ant Marin Brothers Rocket Minors Gordonvale Minors Woodpeckers Herring Juste Bocken Marist Brothers

Australian Rules Scoring Thriller At Wesel Show Grounds

In a tense quarter by quarter Brisbane area teams fought for a tight lead with RAAT and Wore exchanging goals and behinds. Final scores see RAAT at eight goals nine behinds and Wesel at three behinds, with Wesel’s defense under heavy pressure and key players like Wore scoring multiple times. The match unfolded under hot July conditions as spectators watched a phased attack and resilient defense. The late stages kept fans on edge as RAAT stretched its advantage with crucial goals and a stronger finish.

Qomrtaster Raaf Ait Furre al- Wek Abd RAAT Woods Trent Melba Raap Raab Behinas Tony Mtoneee Ani Sore Raat West Penn Wed Satin Nesbit Wilson Bleck Raat Paivunk Andres Easton Satt

The Sharkey boys gift wicker items to Bil McConnell

Wicker gifts arrive each Sunday for boxing trainer Bil McConnell from the three Sharkey boys of Maroubra Ted Billy and Stan aged 15 14 and 12. They are top students and have become notable boxers under McConnell with plans to turn professional if they change minds. The family notes the gifts and McConnell declines any fee for instruction while continuing to train them.

Bil McConnell Sharkey Boys Maroubra Ted Billy Stan Bese Ter Husband Adder Tig Tongest Comirart Australis Ienea Teeny Oefore LE Plus SaicGonnel Mn McConnell

One-armed sportsman Keith Can non overcomes injury

Nine years ago Keith Can non faced amputation of his left arm after injuries from league football and repeated fractures. He chose to adapt by learning cricket and other sports, practicing months on a local oval to master a one handed boundary shot and earn selection for his school team.

Keith Cannon Keith

Fresh Water Surf Club Member Active at Pyrmont Pool

Fragmentary notes describe an athlete known as a watersport enthusiast involved with the Fresh Water Surf Club and Pyrmont Swimming. Mentions include sailing, board riding, and training routines while referencing a chanceless mile race and league football practice.

Setonghe Ue Pyrmont Chi Lable Teonia Handrel le Hae Eresilinig Tim

Teddy Lawler and the Scout Uniform He Kept

Teddy Lawler, a flyweight boxer, preserved a Boy Scout uniform and gear for about 25 years in moth balls. The outfit remained unworn, aired twice yearly, and kept rust at bay by oiled paper. Lawler never joined the Scouts due to age, yet treasured the item, later sharing memories of boxing and service.

Teddy Lawler Boy Scout Bowie Teddy Pany 4 Loral Police Tim Kong Young Teddy Hak Nahis Abd Seumor Bury All Service Seag E Chrk

Cutler's Remarkable Rifle Hero and His Old Beavertail Hat

The article profiles Bill Cutler, renowned marksman of Australia, famed for wearing a dilapidated beaver hat that has turned green with gun oil. It traces his career from youth shooting with a single shot to champions in the Australian Championship, noting his long service, notable relatives, and the eccentric trophy souvenirs from the Australian rifle team’s Coney Island visit.

Cutler Bill Cutler Persia Ibd Acturss Ely Cer Bathurst Bill Joe Grummett Melbourne Stuart Utena Iniper Ginler Bisbearer Sears Coney Island

Abe Balding the courteous bus driver and cyclist champion

Abe Balding, Sydney’s courteous bus driver, is also a racing cyclist known for stylish riding. He once offered riders tips from his bus window and later won 15 consecutive races at Lidcombe, with strong showings by Parker, Rogers, Dennell and others in Parramatta and Lidcombe events.

Abe Balding Sydney Abe Horsley Ampere Ant Liz Bears Aga Abe Lidcombe Iim Fasina Et Fe Charis Parker Lennie Rogers Anus Tommy ‘Sdennell

Curtin’s claim in racing terms sparks debate

In Backstage of Sport last week readers debated Mr Curtin’s note about the Futurity Stakes vs Futurity Handicap. The piece notes wartime changes to race conditions and the Victoria Racing Club calendar still using the older name.

Mr. Curtin Backstage of Sport Ray Tracey Victoria Racing Club

Hornets defeat Colts in lone 108 point game

Locals led by Gillman Hamilton Gideon and D Creeny as Hornets outscored the Colts 108 to 0. Morrison scored for the winners with J Morrison kicking and penalty noted. Dixie Simpson tallied for the losers amid a chaotic, battle scarred match.

Hornets Colts KR. Morrison J Morrison Dixie Simpson Gillman Eenard Kivratog Bailey Dunstap Crow “Luster Bimmise & Simpson M ‘Marterton H Cowan St. Deh Cowan Dt Sherrin W Shawne Siar Fenn Kennedy Marriney Sir F'Smith Mesa Marrersoy

NDEA Planning Moves Amid Unclear Local Timing

Fragmented notes show NDEA planning actions with dates and names partly legible. References to August events, potential divisions, and financial terms appear inconsistent and require cross check with official notices.

Bowling Club Holds 1931 Brisbane Meet and Elections

Readable excerpts show a bowling club gathering with events titled Three Bowl Competition and a slate of participants listed by surname. It notes Mr J Stewart elected president for the ensuing year, with vice-presidents, secretary, treasurer, auditor, and delegates elected to the Far North Queensland District Bowling Association. An appeal by the Queensland Bowling Association raised funds for the Naval Auxiliary Fund. The president congratulates the retiring president Mr GM Duiman on his annual report and mentions the illness of Sir Duin, with best wishes for recovery.

Shier Aver Trubartaam Connor EO Campbell Maraines Ant WE. Prichard J.T Robertson Far North Queensland Messrs KC. McDonald MD E Sadlier J. MacPiney E Sader Queensland Bowling Amocmion Drakes Dey Naval Fur Auxiliary Fund Hebvray E Venani Mesara L. Marshall Mebonaia W. McGrewar J. Stewart GM Duimint Duiin Pred Woodlard Cabies Dalmay

Advertised Events by The Australian Army

Public notice from the Australian Army announces a venue event at the Canteen Depot. It lists items to be displayed including vehicles, equipment, and materials during a public submission on a Thursday in August at 9 o clock.

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