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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Feb 07, 1955
Page
5
Len Hutton and Simpson starred as MCC defended 182 against Victorian Country while Yallourn posted 157. Morning partnership of 7 stood out, with Hutton scoring 75 before being caught miscue. Victorian Country notes include RF Chapman Compton and Wardle among top scorers. Graveney and Tozer led bowling for England.
Acton meeting featured Missales leading from the start to win by a length, with Bela and Stina in close pursuit. The day drew a large crowd as Scarlet Emblem led a strong showing in the Kingston Flying Handicap while Comic Song, Moonstream, and Nena Dell posted notable placings in principal events.
Singapore reports to the U N Commission on alleged sweating of Malay and Singapore seamen. The association cites European officers paying a quarter of standard wages for similar work. Swlating labour charges focus on mistreatment and unpaid wages and potential slavery.
Caulfield weekend races feature Marmont mura and Lime Beas among winners. Multiple events list horses like Simpan, Rockman, and Prince Ger uid with varying placings and times. Individual earnings and odds appear across races including the Rosehill area.
Pendle Jerry equalled a course record for 525 yards at Queanbeyan dog meeting. About 40 spectators attended the showground event in Canberra. Won by two lengths from Time to Move in 20.6 seconds, with other races listing Kate's Wish and Penoona among notable finishes.
London report says Queen Elizabeth hugged and kissed the Queen Mother after Devon Lock won the New Century Steeplechase at Hurst Park in Surrey yesterday. The scene highlighted royal affection amid racing celebration.
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