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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Mar 12, 1926
Page
4
A detailed auction notice advertises a sale of cattle sheep harness and farm equipment including 40 Mort fame terran Caky and Turrawallie stock, wagons, chairs, crates and a large lot of household items. Terms described as excellent and with no reserve, urging buyers to attend confidently. The listing mentions red wheat canberra and Lachlan oats in bulk, with high quality stock and machinery offered.
The long and dramatic 1872 Australian Cup featured Flying Dutchman Saladin and Merman with rider James Wilken in a tense finish. The crowd followed the tight race from the running to the final moments, as Saladin edged Flying Dutchman while Merman faltered. A recap notes Park events, wagering, and subsequent racing plans, including Doncaster favorite Valle care and Wellington stake results.
A Wellington court heard Arthur Phillips, 34, accused of false pretences to Charles Payne over a trotter wager. Payne unable to collect, a police search found cash totaling £17 on Phillips after an incident involving the Plenty race. Phillips remanded to Friday for further hearing.
Preparations for St Patrick's Day games continue at Parkes with two main athletic events. Handicaps are announced for the principal events to be staged next Wednesday.
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