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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Sep 19, 1950
Page
6
Jumbled OCR passage mentions runners and events with unclear names and places. It hints at precaution against wet tracks, heat withdrawals, and a listed lineup including Tap and Achiliea among others. No clear results or dates are legible.
A list of names and codes shows Brunel Monde Firat accepting entries for the C47 Ang event on Saturday in HS Denemal with numerous figures and affiliations. The document references multiple people, places, and event codes with varied numerical values across sports and entries.
A fragment reports police considering action after water samples from Newcastle racecourse tested positive for a drug on August 26 and September 3. The notice notes no immediate decision on whether to arrest or expel participants.
Australian Bob Shens captained the Californian side to a semi final win over the Hurricanes in the National Open Polo Championship yesterday in New York. The visitors claimed a decisive 1 goal margin to advance.
The article reports Elly Bennett refusing bantam class status and negotiating with featherweight options. It notes confusion over opponents and contract cancellations, plus broader bowling pennant competition plans and council actions within the federation. Bennett’s stance affects matchups and weight class alignment.
Trevor Allan, listed as Union captain, signs a one year contract at Leigh Club to play Rugby League in England. He will receive 6250 pounds, plus 10 and 8 pound bonuses for certain achievements. Allan, 23, will marry before leaving for Britain in November. He is regarded as one of the era’s top centres and will leave Sydney for the tour.
Dennis Coma has knee trouble but is not ruled out of the Testa. He spent Friday in bed with swelling, then improved. doctors say there is nothing seriously wrong. He will receive physiotherapy and be observed as he recovers.
Melbourne report states a Syaney man facing two aronian charges claimed a motive of protection. He appeared in the City Court with attorney Mr. Tacknon. The case revolves around alleged protection and an unclear ensuing sequence, with references to 4200 ball figures.
Woonan Bennett will fight Noonan for the ACT Lightweight Championship over twelve rounds at the Drill Hall Turner in Canberra on Friday October 27. The bout was contracted last night with a Sydney referee to oversee. Bennett will be managed by his brother, with Noonan guided by F Smith.
Sydney bout sees Bonung defeat Bandoiro in a 12 round light clash at Sydney Stadium. Hertinakis is knocked down three times in rounds two and three. Borainskin earns a decisive victory with a late knockdown to seal the win in a high voltage match.
A shattered list shows betting order for the A J C Derby with names like Trait Colrne and Cavalier among favourites. Other riders and horses are partially legible, including Aristocrat and Boatman, with several misspelled or unclear entries.
A scrambled OCR style betting/entries list shows numerous horse names with fractional odds and numbers. The fragment includes names such as Dauphin, Panama, Water front Quan, Final Act, Rumble, Huanaco, Cromwell, Prince Soteil, and Magic Carpet with various odd figures like 6.10, 8.10, 4.10, and 65.1, plus stray terms and punctuation.
Mandy Brigbane a former government analyst questions swab test accuracy at the Dinako inquiry. Weston testifies crystals observed resemble caffeine. others are unsure of safety. Dr Chamberlain and a Queensland analyst tested swabs twice and found crystals likely caffeine. Trainer Jim Sheahan testified about guarding the horse Albion Park on a cited date.
In a Central Court hearing at Hyde Park Hotel details emerged about Thomas Claimedi and the widow Page. Evidence discussed alleged earlier separations and money matters tied to Mrs Page’s fortune. Police already noted potential murder context surrounding the case and statements about meeting plans in Adelade before departing.
October meetings at Goulburn begin Sunday October 14 with main handicap seven furlongs and £200 purse. A second meeting on Monday October 16 features Maiden and Improved Handicaps seven to five and six furlongs plus Welter and Progressive races. South District Racing Club and Goulburn Turf Club organize the events with prize money across several flat races.
A Hobart era fragment reports Fox sustained injuries after a collision near the starting line on a Saturday race day. Fox remains sore and cannot be transported to Mentone for Melbourne Cup preparations, with update awaiting next week.
Australian contender Myr Wood pleased with win and confidence after Gold Cup challenge race in Philadelphia on Saturday. He finished about 2b lighter than his chief rival, while Jack Kelly Jr and Anthony Rowe led notable challengers. Wood races on his home course at key future events as American favorite contends.
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