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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Sep 21, 1920
Page
8
The article provides a garbled racing preview from Latins with betting, horses such as Bright Red and Glad Star, and mentions engagement plans, expected performances, and potential outcomes. It discusses crowd behavior, judge decisions, and a call for eliminations while noting potential trophy arrangements and fairness concerns.
Readable results show Oakley Grath narrowly defeating Bax hat with a tight score and close exchanges. Several bouts featured key performances from Woodward Grenfell and Bickmore, while Novice Miller and Kelly clashed in a decisive finish.
A cricket match at the sports reserve on Sumlay saw Roughs vs Hoboes. Rogers made 34 not out and Farrell 19 not out top scoring. Till led the bowlers with 3 for Fram, 3 for 20, and Al Theas 2 for 14. Tex Tarmiey failed to impress, Nagset Wilson poor. Logspeer claimed 1 for good measure. The Marries team will feature Farell, Grogan, Petersen, Tok Arma, Martin, Rausensen Kleon, Them pom Jeneth Semders, Ross, McColl, Brewham and more. The single team roster includes Rogers, Barnett, Tarnley, Wilt Dead Bos ta, Lewis McDonald, Willams Horan, Cope, L Till, Gliddon, Hyses. Match start 2 pm with membership fees due and a 40 Gordie aftermoon challenge planned.
A current programme screens the two most recent selections for a high stakes contest. Based on a story, the aim is to identify top performers who start with a strong track record. The process emphasizes skill and potential to determine the leading competitors.
An unreliable reminiscence describes drunks, a mercantile clerk named Emer iam Jimmy, and Hawkins a furious temperate figure. The narrator recalls a cemetery encounter and a tense attempt to move a trapped man from under a fence amid a chaotic day at a paper office.
Evidence was heard regarding a dispute tied to the Empire Fair and related sales actions. The proceeding referenced property tied to the Emre Fair Cassenaie and mentioned a Brisben Wom See in relation to the case.
A garbled report hints Tahir, the Sydney seamer, facing travel disruption as wives depart Vancouver. Stewards' decisions and mediation appear unsettled, with unclear details on timing and outcome.
Fragmented 19th century land sale notice describes country lands and farms for sale in Bellenden Ker parish near mills and river access. Various portions measured in acres with terms and per acre prices, including proximity to a mill and tramway. Sale mentions numerous parcels and conditions for purchase.
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