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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Sep 24, 1920
Page
7
A fragmented report reviews the Cheltenham and Epsom Handicap races with notes on horses such as Sydney, Tickeroo, and Lacelywarth. It mentions weight assignments like 7.7 st and contested positions, flagging uncertainty about results and recent performances amid chaotic race-day conditions.
Complaints describe inflammation of nasal membranes and throat causing mucus discharge and spread to ears, nose, throat and chest. Claims note experiments and a remedy named Wawn's Wonder Balm sold for two shillings, with claimed to cure even worst cases by volatilizing medications into bronchial tubes and soothing inflammation.
A garbled racing report describes trainers and horses facing a season period with injuries and setbacks. Mentions Shainer Howe Mave Tay Sos, Ready Aye, and Ready being treated at John Stewart and Son’s veterinary hospital. Notes horses da**e** to be delayed, with prospects for upcoming meetings and engagements at Methocrne Cup and Tramway Manihear.
The club held a tense event with top scorer A Micdice in OT and a late lead by Juvp, while L Horta Ji and others added points. The shoot-off for the club trophy between Rowe and Marlow ended with Rowe winning by 1 point at Wiltshire KE Rowe AL Westleworth A. Tell E Harlow.
A garbled 1920s style missive argues against liquor and Prohibition, mentioning figures and places as examples. It critiques enforcement and moral panic, contrasts pre and post Prohibition attitudes, and raises concerns about illicit liquor and public reaction.
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