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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Nov 16, 1946
Page
4
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An inquiry at Innisfail Turf Club examined Jockey W Murphy for permitting Ascot Blend to ride in a race. The stewards adjourned briefly, recalled witnesses, and police attended as reporters disputed seating and access to the inquiry room. The charge was ultimately dismissed.
A report from Parliament House details that TR Barnes claims mail addressed to him was halted by the Speaker during suspension. The incident, raised by a member in questions from the Press gallery, notes no normal telephoning or press services for suspended members while inquiries continue.
In Canberra on November 15 the government refused to table documents or supply requested information connected to the Keane luggage case. The minister for lease and the minister for customs cited lack of preparedness to disclose the materials, while Rosetta Krew was reported linked to a theft investigation.
Canberra reports show about 390 buyers across three eastern regions face price abuses. W. McCarthy says with a 40 customer base a butcher admits that at least 10,000 consumers paid excess fares. He notes ongoing consumer aid efforts and urges housewives to refuse higher fixed prices.
Treckmen report the Dains Cycle Club will hold a meeting at Freshwater track tomorrow with the first race at 2:30 pm. Events include seniors led by G Stiles and Jape 63 among others, with entries and prices listed for numerous riders across seniors, juniors, and minors.
Nov 13 weather in the central west prompts railways to run water trains amid declining supplies. Livestock movements hindered. central western shifts disrupted as drought strains persist. Water shortage affects Dalby and surrounding centres. railway nervous about deliveries and service.
November 15 opposition parties may refuse representation on two statutory Parliament committees the Joint Committee on Broadcasting and the Joint Committee for Social Services. They deem the bodies unnecessary and prone to interfere with administration. Liberal Country Party leaders will meet next week to decide their stance. Merbert Haya Tasmanian appointment to the Broadcasting Committee fuels opposition agitation as they push for no representation. If needed the Liberals will withdraw Hare from the committee. Opposition critics also fault travel costs in committee inquiries. The committees could operate with government members if the opposition enforces a boycott.
Gordonvale Park hosts two matches on November 10. Wanderers bow to Barracks in first innings with Barracks total 138 and Wanderers 124 in second. Aloamba Colts outscore Nelsons 126 to 183 across two innings, with notable scores by Andrews, Moss, Kenny, and Peterson among others.
The Calms Coursing Club holds its pre annual meeting at Parramatta Park this afternoon with seven events on the card. The main event is race six featuring eight entrants including Black Boston, Cash, Pretty Black, and Movie. Betting rates and exchange quotes from Bank of New South Wales and other outlets appear amid a long list of international currencies and prices.
A fragment from a San Francisco dispatch notes remarks about U S sailors marrying local women in Australia. It mentions Mrs Pay Greer arriving from Sydney and a music figure among Abe Monterty's 900 passengers, including Ron Randall on a trip to New York.
London reports Agents-General of Australian States discuss accepting Poles for immigration after talks with High Commissioner J. A. Beasley. Daly Express notes many Poles already in Britain and Canada and pending decisions from Australian states on entry.
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Rome dispatch reports urgent grain shipments needed for Italy's bread and ration program. Signor de Gaspert appeals to the La Guardia Directory for expedited action to avert shortages, with 90,000 tons of carras grain expected by month’s end and remaining seedaled grain pending arrival.
The event to be on the Unks Vila afternoon will be two four best ball events. Players draw in pairs or teams listed with several named players and clubs. The usual invitation social events will occur tonight with strong attendance and tomorrow social games planned for further entertainment.
Results from the second series held last night at the City Baths include Ladies 50 yards finals with Price, Reidel, and Thane in top positions. multiple heats featured Fogarty, Harvey, Patterson, Bradley, and Nobson among others. Senior and junior events cover 100 yards and 80 yards backstrokes with times reported and a mix of first, second, and final heats.
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