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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jun 29, 1926
Page
9
At Kilhampton a dispute over Young Bee’s position arose after a carnival race. Trainer John Leonard Brown claimed the steward ruled the horse disqualified under Rule 145 while Brown said he knew no irregularities. Townsville owner Hearty was to receive the horse for a spell, and the inquiry was adjourned to Monday.
In Adelaide on June 2 A the Virgin trek lure was purchased for tool duty in South Australia by Mr W Mh.
Ipswich defeated North Queensland 30 to 15 in a hard fought Northern team match. Ipswich built on early pressure with Caples and Craig scoring and Purcell, O'Brien, and Rodgers delivering key plays to extend the lead while North Queensland fought back with McBrien and Aynsley breakthroughs before Ipswich sealed the win with late attempts and successful conversions.
Ipswich hosts North Queensland in a Saturday clash marked by a late rally and a 24 to nil early lead narrowed to 18 points. Purcell leads a cohesive Northern side praised for forward Christensen and midfielder Backer. observers note potential with Dorothy and promising winger prospects for future matches.
Tremorrow announced the Northerners will meet a Colts side in a Brisbane game, noting 80 and 8 percent of players have represented the state. K T L Conay praised the Northern team at Juan, recalling old battles with Ipswich and predicting better form with improved coaching as the Northerners seek to lower the Southerners' colors.
Cairns outclassed Mackay by 30 points in the Sunday match at MacKay. Lane landed six goals as Cairne, the touring side, prepared to head home this morning with a strong showing. The visitors dominated play with cohesive forward work and solid defense, while Mackay struggled to mount a reply. The game marked the first meeting of the season between the sides, with Cairne’s ball control and teamwork praised as decisive.
The sst weekly Cairman Rimby League Executive met in Moray on al Meera with chair Ewan and members Headrick Fou fis Smith Farr Hill Borland Maloney Johnson and BR Mclean secretary. Two Kennedy minor juniors faced penalties from last Saturday’s games and two senior players from Trinity Mossman and Babinda were discussed for July 1 fixtures. A Rockhampton League game was set for July 1 with Cairns escort plans for July 7. subcommittee Melean Pauleen Maloney arranged entertainment and travel details.
The Ambulance Cup at Innishall showcased junior and junior varsity matches as Carlton, Evanhews, Reberys, and others competed in a week of events. Scores and standout players were noted, with focus on the curtain raiser to the main contest and upcoming fixtures in Edmonton minor junior circles.
The Earl of Meath reflects on a strict but benevolent upbringing that valued duty, temperance, and self denial. He credits religious teaching, parental example, and Mr. Gladstone’s physician Sir Andrew Clark for guiding him toward a balanced, charitable life and a long, healthier career.
A collection of notices announces auctions by T J Reddan and others for household goods and livestock, a musical festival in June, tenders for Cairns Shire Council roadwork, a hospital position, a charity excursion, and a town hall event. It lists addresses and names including Mrs Dahl Meelreed, Mrs Davin, and Dr Charlie's, with dates in June and July.
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