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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.
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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jul 24, 1945
Page
2
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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