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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jun 26, 1946
Page
2
Fragmentary OCR text references a Lord, players, and cricket scores. Mentions England versus India, first Test details, and an outcome of a 10 run win. Includes stray names, numbers, and domestic items with no coherent narrative.
A fragmented report notes a plan for school relay races with wide participation and a proposed sports program. It mentions athletics events and a timetable around 3 pm at a central venue, highlighting uniforms and competition readiness.
A fragmented Wimbledon tennis snippet notes Harare and Harper overpowering opponents on a greasy court. Jack Kramer defeats Sandys quickly, while Remulta Drotny, Pua and Engisto play varied sets. Other listed results include Dutchman A C Vanewol and American F E Mariner in dense scorelines.
In a Cairns club bowls note the report covers a recent match with Wakefield. Players Morgan, Tadman, and Codie feature as key contributors, while the effort level and team chemistry are discussed amid uncertain scoring and a contested finish.
Race meeting at Mareeba Racecourse on July 13 features multiple hack divisions with prize money. First division prizes offer 2170 shillings for top horse, 24 length horses close behind, second and seventh hacks also listed with varying purses and distances.
Tenders for catering ads at the upcoming Cairns Show have been extended to July 1. The notice notes that stalls or advertisers should submit their bids promptly and confirms the extension details.
Racing card details from a historic meadow event listing multiple divisions with prize money and entry fees. Contains division names, prize amounts, and closing date July 1 1840 at 4 pm with concessions about commissions for ruling horses that turn unplaced.
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