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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Mar 20, 1917
Page
3
At the M.O.R.C.A. executive meeting in Towrsville on Saturday Rolands faced no disqualification by the stewards. Gamour’s license application was not entertained. Homer Ted Holland’s entry was not entertained. The chairman and R. L. Craddock were granted six weeks leave of absence.
The first acceptances for Doncaster and Sydney Cup races are published with numerous horse names including Wac mak Polycrates Bursar Cetigne Burrabadeen Mistico Lavendo and more. The list shows entries from Wac mak to Crosska and Native Belle among many others, reflecting a busy entry field.
The River Handicap sale reports a horse purchased by Australian trainer J Flanhgan for 100 guineas after a poor showing. Bohadil sold to Mr. F. Fairbairy for 260 guineas after spirited bidding. Imported Don Reynaldo passed in and will be sold without reserve in Sydney.
Buninyong trainer Mr FP St Mitchell secures the Newmarket Handicap victory with Bhiguea a rare bargain bought for 450 guineas. The White Night Sal filly was purchased by Mr G Falkiner for 850 guineas. He also bought Ellen Graeme (imp.) by Tarporley from Bonnie Lizzie for guineas.
Capt. Lyon scored a century at 500 600 and 700 yards in the Whittick trophy final shoot. An excursion to Babinda reduced attendance but the day produced a remarkable score with two bulls at distance and top marks by Lyon and McIntyre among shooters FOG and others in the counting list.
Nine members attended the second trophy event for Thomas Bros trophy on the 15th inst. Catling and Townson led the field to bursting point while May topped the rifles. Mr. H. Nelson awarded a gold medal for runner-up in the half yearly scratch aggregate. The club also offers medals for the best twelve shoots with and without handicap and aims to award end of June medals. Third shoot scheduled for next Sunday. Scores listed with members such as Wordsworth Napier and others.
For Christmas 1916 extra supplies of girls' and boys' own annuals are being cleared out at 10d each post free, cash with order. Also advertised is a "Tennis Ballytza" posted, with sales noted at Northages Cairns and remaining stock landed by last Home Sea.
A melodramatic tale features Richard Lane an American millionaire caught in espionage plots among Bulgarian and German diplomats in Monte Carlo. Lane rescues Grand Duchess Fedora revealing her true identity, foils a secret treaty on a yacht, and marries Fedora after dramatic escapes and mistaken identities.
A Cairns Theatre program spotlights His Little Wife a stark drama about a reporter who marries a suicide-accused woman then drifts into drink and defeat. The night also features the Keystone comedy Gypsy Joe praised as a sure, full-house crowd pleaser.
Ruth Merrill forced into poverty takes a waitress job in a mining camp but becomes an entertainer who wins respect. Bob Sangster, ex-convict, befriends her as three bandits plan a bank robbery. A dust storm and a dying mother name the robbers godfathers, leading to arrests and a baby’s fate.
Over two hundred photographs of North Queensland soldiers have appeared to date in the Herald. Relatives are aware no special invitation is needed for viewing. All are welcome and no charge is made for the display. More pictures are hoped to be published.
Sydney Morning Herald report from Coonamble on February 28 highlights Labour backers shifting to the National party as support coalesces around Arkins. Premier Holman denounces the Political Labour League for alleged personal slander and defends national service fighters while defending his own role in Labour’s split.
Wool flannels and calico priced per yard or dozen with items including unbleached herringbone sheeting 76 inch, floral voiles, white towelling, red cross linen apron, ladies and gent’s shoes, hats and umbrellas, and boys and mens wear priced from low to mid range. Includes fabric varieties such as light ground checks and ginghams with varying yardage and bundles.
In a heated NSW debate, Labour members faced pressure from the Political Labour League Executive, with loyalty pledged or risked expulsion. The Premier argued the National party safeguards workers, while a factional split threatened the Labour movement and its future.
Babinda Township opens a new boot and shoe shop at Kirk's offering ladies, men's, and children's boots with guaranteed fit and style. The Cairns Post notes a modern rubber-stamp making plant now available, promising quick service and high quality rubber products at southern prices.
Fragmentary note discusses printing and bookbinding as part of business growth. Mentions hands-on work and concerns about time and money. Context resembles an advertisement or promotional fragment with unclear phrasing and scattered ideas.
Spence St opposite the ambulance offers car and vehicle services with a focus on made and repaired items. Specializes in horse shoeing and promises one trial guarantees. Local ad emphasizes service quality and broad mechanical offerings.
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