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Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Mar 24, 1917

Page

4

Russian Revolution Shapes War Debate in Commons

In London lawmakers discuss Russia’s upheaval and Greece’s stance with respect to the Dardanelles. Bonar Law and Asquith praise Russia’s move toward new government, while fears of autocracy fading are weighed against continuing Allied war aims. Survivors from an American steamer reach Schelling.

London Ruthweatte Russia Greece Dardanelles Robert Cecil Mr. Bonar Law Rio Oine Asquith Russa Britain Wardle Ponsonby Eevobstiog

Open Warfare Begins in Finnish Front Says Morning Post

London dispatch reports cavalry skirmishes and occasional bicycle patrol encounters as German rear guard resistance tightens east of Banaume and west of St Quentin. Haig says front from Arras to Lens sees increasing resistance with limited German counterattacks and successful Allied raids near Arras and Ypres.

London Banaume St. Quentin Cambrai Haig Arras Ypres Lens

French Pressure Gains Ground Near St Quent in Sector

A Paris communique reports successful French advances east of the St Quentum Canal and north of Tergnier, driving the enemy from several positions. French forces also extended gains south of the Oise and north of Sissonne, holding villages despite strong counterattacks near Fregny.

Paris Atte St Quentum Canal Tergnier Oise Sissons Fregny

Quiet Sydney betting scene shapes Doncaster and Sydney Cup

The Telegraph reports a muted betting market with no strong promotions for the Doncaster Handicap or the Sydney Cup. Doubles trading shows wide variety, listing Whitefield as nominal Doncaster favourite and naming King's Bounty and Sporn among next contenders.

Sydney Telegraph Whitefield King’s Bounty Sporn Canal

Doncaster and Sydney Cup Betting News from Brisbane

Racing selections and odds update from Brisbane with Perth and Sydney connections. Key contenders include Court Jester Harriet Graham and Ranger in double event markets. Stable hints and price shifts show Woorak and other runners tightening or easing across major handicap races.

Brisbane Ascot Doncaster Sydney Iteheld Halarang Gir Spuin Lavende Polverates Ham Cetigne Costello King's Bounty Mchi King Wolard Harrie Gratan Court Jester Harriet Graham Carta Green Cap Lingle Ranger Ckarlitte

Jockey Club Easter meeting tips and Chantemerle handicap debate

Nominations for Cairns Jockey Club Easter meeting and Marecha Turf Club Repatriation meeting due tonight. Handicappers Daly and Wilson clash over Chantemerle versus The Fortune Hunter with Doncaster Sydney Cup prospects. Johannesburg scene notes Mr Sol Joel tension over a dead heat decision and owner remarks.

Cairns Jockey Cub Marecha Turf Club J. Daly A. Wilson Chantemerie Australia Imdeceipt Orlita Mpon Chantemerle Randwick Riz Daly le Fariadel Polly Johannesburg Sol Joel South Africa

Rosehill weights set for Saturday Club Handicap

Sydney March 25 racing bulletin lists weights for the Saturday Club Handicap at Rosehill One mile and three furlongs. Horses including Alva's Isle Chantemerle Kandes The Fortune Hunter Rushford New Tipperary Tom Castro Willow Green Silent Way Ranger Bon rit Mume Rue Victoria March On Sabrina Mandini Konlark Camp Out Ghenquinn Highland Band Parramatta Mule Secret Service Royal Laddie Norbury Ranger Baretta La Balfour Artesian Karanand King Med ley Black Nut Werrilla Lancelot Kia Irish Colleen Challenge Crosse Chid Hopcast Br Lady Liolt Clydeside Dear Laddie Meen Alwyne Speedfast Blazing Hot Urney Carine Tarpan Far West Torcher Metaphrast Admiral Hearty Manoso De Lyssa Dick Wedgewood Pro Tem Taquisara Tack.

Alva's Isle Chantemerle Kandes the Fortune Hunter Rushford New Tipperary Tom Castro Willow Green Native Can- Rene Znee Coat O Silent Way Ranger Bonrit Mume Rue Victoria Sabrina Mandini Konlark Camp Out Ghenquinn Highland Band Parramatta Mule Secret Service Quaraleo Royal Laddie Norbury Baretta la Balfour Artesian Uo Karanand King Medley Black Nut Werrilla Lancelot Kia Challenge Crosse Chid Hopcast Br Lady Liolt Clydeside Dear Laddie Meen Alwyne Speedfast Blazing Hot Urney Tarpan Far West Torcher Metaphrast Admiral Hearty Manoso de Lyssa Bo Dick Wedgewood Pro Tem Taquisara Tack

Rifle competition schedule and committee meeting details

The article lists a series of rifle barrel competitions to be held Sunday at Goo Goo and Toop yards. A committee meeting will be held on the range to discuss Easter arrangements.

The Spectacle Supreme at the Palace Theatre

Passers By and Greed headline a premier night at the Palace. The Word's Equitable Film Corporation presents a quarter‑million dollar silent drama hailed as the most artistic achievement in Australian cinema. The sixth episode of the master serial Greed will follow with a vivid train smash. Box plan open with reserved seats at no extra cost. prices 1s 0d 1s 3d and 6d including tax.

Palace Theatre Yubtic Australia Equitable Film Corporation

Gloria's Romance screening at Cairns Pictures tonight

In the second part of Gloria's Romance at Cairns Pictures Led, Gloria contracts pneumonia and is bedbound by Dr Wakefield. David calls for Dr St Roger as Gideon Trask seeks aid for his wronged daughter Nell while Frenean's appearance fuels a moment of mystery and danger.

Hille Burke Gloria Cairns Pictures

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