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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Sep 07, 1946
Page
3
The Turf-Cairns races schedule outlines today's meeting with events and timings. The card lists several races including divisions and entries, with anticipated starts and track conditions noted for planning by trainers, jockeys, and attendees.
An obscure report hints at a race meeting with scattered names and dates, referencing a secretary and local officials amid unclear lines. The fragment mentions Momence, VesGay, and BRP, suggesting a regional event with possible administrative details.
US tennis singles results feature Forest Hill as a potential Davis Cup contender. Waller Fata Rover cheers from the sidelines as Parkerbury and Falkenburg push for semis. Women's singles see Pauline Bex defeat Gertrude Moran 1 9 6 6 2. Mixed doubles Bundy and Palkenbury win to reach the final. Final selections awaited after September events.
Officials Willmett and Matlscuchay are named to umpire the hockey grand premiership match this afternoon at 2 48. The event is anticipated as a decisive contest with red hot play and strong local interest.
The Cairne Coursing Club outlines the day’s events with the First Division Final and the Seventieth event on the programme. Burnran trails Bol’s Cash, while Curkawong, Trail, and others are tipped to contest top places with several runners showing best-form potential in the day’s finals.
The afternoon features a flexible foursome format with partner selection. Event linked to the Duniata annual gathering and Ravensnoe annual next weekend, promising varied participation and social mix.
A meeting at the City Baths on Tuesday formed the Surf Life Saving Club for Cairns area residents Musgrave Dougan and Cairns City were cited. Mr Killeen elected president outlined aims, including training youngsters, issuing Bronze Medallions, and promoting competition at carnivals with ties to other clubs on home and neighbouring beaches. A social committee and a drive for members were planned to boost participation and knowledge.
The meeting urged Harbour Board support for lookouts and sirens on southern beaches, with shark repellent tests and shark prevention measures. Delegates discussed reef protection, beach access, and emergency training, naming Harbour Board, council, and local clubs in the push for safer baths.
At Cairns the Far Northern Zone Council held its annual meeting, approving rule amendments, defining B grade competition scope, and scheduling a September 28 Townsville country trial to identify players for Brisbane. Associations from Tully, Manistail, Ealing, Caumas, Mossman and Atherton Tableland attended.
A July report from the Mackay Mercury notes amateur rider Findlay rode seven winners at the Trane Jockey Club meeting near Towneville Nebo and Albion races course. Stipendiary steward L Russell and EP Henry discuss a potential Australian record linked to the performance.
Stormy Sea is highlighted as the likely Derby winner in a crowded field for the Warriston Handicap at Camelfield today. Observers note his consistency and near-thermal pace from recent outings, with Seymour and Bruce Sea Head among the rivals to watch. The race could reveal the form of other contenders as well, with several horses showing promise in preparation for upcoming meets.
Fragmented OCR lists numerous horse names and handicap events with unclear spellings. The page references multiple horses such as Heatherlie, Don Pedro, and Sixth Division, along with assorted distances and venues. Details are inconsistent, limiting coherent event or outcome extraction.
A government style register in Birmingham records couples planning marriage and home arrangements. The project aims to track how individuals prepare for matrimony and establish households, reflecting changing social patterns.
The article traces a long history of Melbourne Cup boot makers the Kirbys and related jockey boot legends. It notes brand new boots for repeated Cup winner Billy Cook and mentions other famous riders and the shop's antiquated location opposite the Melbourne Public Library. It also weaves in anecdotes about the Kirbys’ craftsmanship and the era’s racing icons.
The article chronicles Australian speedway rider Ron Johnson, famed for beating younger rivals, enduring severe injuries including a torn boot, missing gear, and amputated finger joints after crashes. It notes his small frame, limited racing years, and renewed determination to reclaim top form despite past pain and battles.
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