Australian racing notes from Ascot May meeting
Sporting and turf items report at Ascot where horses contest handicaps and sprint events. The program highlights the Second Handicap with contenders like Bonnie Wasa and Bonny Welkin, and the Welter Handicap featuring many runners with times around 1.15. Details mix horses’ names, jockeys, and race outcomes in brisk race card style.
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Brisbane
Ascot
Eich Ribera
Pergainuit
Bonnie Wasa
Bennett
Syceonelie
Short Scarletwees
Niles
Fragmented OCR note on meeting results and nominations
A garbled report details a meeting with race and event results, nominations, and procedural notes. Names such as Copeland, Anderson, Strachan, Arnold, and Moore appear with various roles. The text references a London date and mentions committees, treasurers, and secretary duties amid unclear context.
Man Masquerades in Red Veil Trial Date
A man in a white veil caused a stir as he entered a magistrate court in May. The case focuses on a prank gone wrong and the ensuing legal actions.
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Eydney
Japanese British Talks Stall Over War Pact Content
The article notes stalled negotiations between Japan and Britain as they discuss a proposed wartime alliance. Officials cite lingering disagreements on mutual defense commitments and economic terms, with no immediate timetable for a resolution.
Farmers' Union Withdrawals Spark Branch Shifts
Haisbane May 2 report notes certain branches withdraw from the Farmers' Union. Branches named include Brigalow and Tevietville with various local subdivisions and alignments indicated as favoring withdrawal from the union, signaling a regional realignment in agricultural advocacy.
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Haisbane
Ts A
Land Farmers’ Union
Ee Pra’ Union
Brigalow
Hungary Resists Eastward Delivery Threat
Fragmentary OCR text notes Hungary resisting delivery to Austria and references a time of tension with stone shipments. The readable content is unclear and lacks concrete names, dates, or events to confirm specifics.
Entertainments fragment hints at 1940s stage acts
A garbled note mentions John Howley and May Hols out a death struggle with an employer, The Mary class, and references to actors Violet Hemm mee and Mildred. The text includes names like Bromtey and Ho Ciester and hints at a dramatic scene and popular entertainment.
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John Howley
Butler
Mary
Bromtey
May Visit Australia Rumor Sparks International Talk
Melbourne reports unconfirmed chatter about possible American leaders or delegates visiting Australia. No official confirmation has emerged, but speculation suggests a shift in postwar international relations may occur in the near future.
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Melbourne
Alleged Corruption: Cockatoo Dock Contracts
Sydney authorities delivered evidence today on government material used for private purposes charged to the Navy Department. The Cockatoo Commission received details from officials at all levels about who had authority to manage the contracts and the handling of materials.
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Ocomy Cockatoo
Sydney
Navy Department
Waa
Robbery at Sydney residence ends with £400 stolen
An incident in Sydney reports thieves entering a residence and taking £400 from a hiding place in a room known only to the household. The owners or residents confronted the intruders, who fled after an attempt to refuse entry. The exact location and identities remain unclear in the fragmented text.
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Sydney
Colton
Tunoao THT. Sydney charge of the youth civil at Wau
Sydney, ay, charged with aviation theft of two stamps valued at four shillings. The court heard the accused, Tunoao THT, at Wau and the case proceeded with the stamps seized as evidence.
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Sydney
Wau
Eton Culture Report From Shane May 2
Kir Gittieg notes government aid and encouragement to improve culture in Gueneland. The year’s crop is expected to reach 400 tone of red cotton, with significant yields of Hintal and 266 tons reported and draft figures showing growth despite limited details.
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Shane
Gueneland
Fishermen Await Events at Brigant Market
May 2 reports from Hrisdane indicate delays in market handover. Government stock rooms are full and workers idle as officials seek to resolve the contract, with broader efforts to clear the transition and bring the market under new control. Reports of theft along Runcorn and Cooper’s Maine lines accompany the unsettled scene.
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United Kingdom
Iachudiog
RT Merchant
Firma
Baeking
Parcel Post
Nuit
THE
London Directory Co
Abdi
Abduaeh Lave
Condon
Baines
Classified Vehicle Sale and Repairs Listing
Local notice lists all classes of vehicles for sale and repair services. Mentions Horseriding related terms and a district reference with prices and contact hints.
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Toston
Armstrong, Ledue
Rave
Neir Ex
Accord
Hagis
Tame Hines
Rex Suming
Mies
Ted Tn
Bador
Cadena Wells
Humphrey
Bonnie Welkin
Tadorenn
Bergrote
Hird
Mstavisia
Botton
Mintores
J. W. Darcy
Shields
Cairns
Phous
P.O. Bos
Costin
Mareeba Jomd
Mareeua
Pittard & CO
Denison
Ned Amote Eee
Beeweitom
Hall
Mosave Valley
Annirona Aoun
Murphgy
Pendi
Aborn
Stalwart
Dusaris
Sea Meting
Earlborn
Bendul
Franklin
White
Foulaham
Rigtina
Than
Bettina
Marecha
Copeland
Rereng
Fier Wena
Love
Lane
Barrett
Momber Molloy
Owe
London
Phillip Travor
Te ‘Daily
Trclegraph
Tomatate
Linu
Yardaley
Jack Mtkinlay
Cairne
Topp
Nora
Deedles
Evnacs
Ferguson Abbott Street
Don Bisinnes
Abbott Street
Phowe
Japan
Hungary
G. Lisha
Shields Street
Violet Hemm Mee
Monte Fe
Wane i
Ie Ley
Mildred
Rea Abe
Australia
ETON
Eamau
Lever Bros. Toilet Soaps
Lever Bros Ltd
Aeek
Santa Jonger
Austral
Burns, Philp & Co., Ltd
Brigbant
Erane
Cooper
Maine
Morse Srerdern Estate
Nole Beate Ee
Draper
Aus
Ark
Amy Bt
Entra Se 1A Sena
Pett Asa Perks
Blind Eee
Are
Milan
Nera
Cairne Iron and Wood
Tuk
Spence
Arabalan
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