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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Nov 07, 1939
Page
3
Melbourne reports a cold cloudy day with showers and heavy track conditions for Cup carnival. Rivette, backed by bookmakers, leads in early wagering while rivals such as Tigerle and Moorish are noted contenders. Gold Salute remain undecided for Cup ride as horses train fitful in rain softened grounds.
The crowd backed favorites as Moonee Valley featured the Australian Cup build up with several hopefuls. Mavale, son of Aurous, showed trier qualities with pace and potential for future cups while other runners like Rendle and Rivette attracted attention for weight and form. The day highlighted a blend of strong contenders and possible outsiders, with debates over who might prevail in upcoming cups and mile races at the venue.
Animated discussions on the Melbourne Cup mark rival favourites and backs. Names such as Riverte, Moanie, Faspirator, Makai receive attention while others like Ortelle and Beru Vile draw mixed backing. Several horse names and minor odds are noted in a lively preview.
Yesterday's subscriptions to the Volume Welfare Revival fund stood just shy of £42, with total donations near £200. A vigorous push is planned to reach £3,400 before the 3rd Battalion enters camp. Applications for assistance will be confidentially investigated by a small committee. Today at the Royal Canberra Club a card afternoon and a "crazy oil" meeting are planned, with proceeds partly donated to the fund.
Alarm notice received for Nin American Doubles Elaudjewp Tournament by the Western Ladies Guild to be held Wednesday. Entries suggested at 9:48 a.m. at Forrest Barton Griffith sections list players and partners across multiple venues with numerous pairings and organizers noted.
Melbourne report notes Glenfine may not start as Glenn te Soubitul was listed as starter for the Cup and trainer Tawrey, with J KE and Toomer among the apprentice riders involved in the event, leaving the field uncertain.
Racing note lists multiple scratched entries for the Cup Steeple and related races including Bean Pinel Bourbon Al Onigagementa Navarige Pete ce Van Yeast Stakes Show White Mk eawbac Petruchio and Minion Stakes Fapry ay with changes to field lineups and expected competitors. Names appear jumbled from OCR.
The New Zealand horse Beau Vite, trained by D. George, will leave Melbourne for the Dominions during the week. It is doubtful if the colt will make another visit, as plans for further racing are uncertain.
The Ascot Gold Cup race report lists OUR GLOBE finishing twelve yards behind TT Lewin and other misread entries. The fragment mentions Ae tol Trota, Malo Derby, Springfield Globe, Bird, Belting, and W O Shea with unclear positions and distances, reflecting a garbled OCR capture of the event.
Happy Bay sustained an injury while running on Saturday and is under veterinary treatment. The horse will not pass again at the Cup meet.
The Maribyrnong Prize winner Broadcaster will not race again until the autumn season.
Beaulivre captured his 20th straight win by victory in the New Zealand Derby over a mile and a half. Moorsons and Barer finished in the minor placings as the race concluded with a time of 2.40.
In Melbourne the upcoming Flemington meeting faces heavy track conditions with several horses withdrawn including Mienwber Pu trushla Diaphane Hed Mara Carn top Snow White and Applanye. The program notes describe the deteriorated surface and forecast challenging going for the remaining runners.
Jockey M Vickers was thrown when Ghurka's Pride toppled a Randwick hurdle this morning and later admitted to hospital with internal injuries. The incident occurred during the Monday program as details emerged from the course.
Queanbeyan Croquet club event organized by Stele and Mm Jce. Division 1 results list Mines Smasthorn Bruce defeating Mendamen Elsom Watican Lecr.1. Minnes Middiston Thompson win 48-8 40. Division 4 sees Brete Muir win. division 2 Southwell Rumeniver win 74. Next men’s division playoffs pending.
A car carrying Mrs Ethel Maury Evans of Rast Malvern crashed into a tree four miles south of Kilmore killing her and seriously injuring her husband John Evans and another man. John Evans suffered a broken leg and J Bundiard sustained head and leg injuries.
John Woolcott Forbes the missing financier valued at about £100,001 is cited in the Central Police Court. Aideric McConnell, former private secretary to Forbes, gives evidence in the cage as Ronald Bruce Walker and others face charges of conspiring to cheat and defraud. McConnell says he cared little that the Heattin Loan and Eine wnee Company had gone under, amid suits over money and guarantees.
Fragmentary report notes a cabinet minister unable to attend a Melbourne event while another minister lines up a busy day. The piece hints at ongoing government work and scheduling pressures with unclear names and places. The chaotic text suggests forthcoming meetings and deals to be addressed soon.
Anorae Semel Barker aged 36 was sentenced to six months imprisonment at the Contra Police Court today on a charge of street betting. The case arose from an incident involving public betting activity on a street corner in the city. Barker appeared in person and was remanded for surrender of any personal effects.
A fragmented note touts Keep Regular and Keep Well as a remedy. It mentions digestive issues, energy, and a so called Indian Root Pill used without medical supervision, warning of unclear ingredients and dubious health claims.
The correspondent reports four members of the delegation returning to London noting that Yur Bingie was to deliver compensatory goods, which were not arriving punctually, raising questions about fulfillment and delays.
The Industrial Board heard Amalgamated Transport Workers Union demand a raise from 0 to 42 shillings weekly for loaders. Bryant for the Union and Lucas for the Commonwealth argued over current margins, duties, and extra allowances for heavy loads and overtime. Michael Cowan and Thomas Findlay testified on typical tasks and pay, including daily extras for cement, coal, and heavier shipments.
Fragmented report describes a wrestling match with a penalty fall awarded and a deciding move in the second round. It mentions venues and opponents in garbled form, unclear who won or specific scores, and includes stray words such as stadium and dates without coherent context.
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