Trotting Meeting At Durham Court Noted For Close Finishes
A small trotting meeting at Durham Court Culture drew few spectators but attracted enthusiasts from nearby towns. Key participants included A Madden, secretary of the Taxworth Trotting Club, with events led by officials such as President H V Cremex and Judge T. FR Bosesby. The day featured an opening handicap race and a maiden handicap, with Countess and Pickwick Jun among notable contenders. Close finishes marked the races, including a half-length victory in the Maiden Handicap timed around 2.7 and 2.59 for the opening race.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Momlay
Durham Court
A. Madden
Taxworth ‘Trotting Club
Cremex
T. FR
Bosesby
Stews
G. Baldwin
N.brown
G. Ren Ch
B. Korsh
N. Brown
Oms. Reeves
Kremer
Forsumsigens
Dittanca
G. H. Hall
Pickwick Jun
Marneas
W. Sims
P. Flood
M. Cotttens
Kenina Dodger
Blue Toy
Bivens Countess
Mr. Hall
Demut
Amd
Horse Racing Notes from Farm and Traders Meeting
A detailed report of betting, horses, and results from a farm and traders gathering. Race results include Black Bees, Silver Burl, and Tommy Tiddlest. time measurements range from 3.58 to 4.32 in various handicaps. Key owners and horses listed with positions and betting odds, plus a brief note on field conditions and near-misses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tuut
Dodger
Don Sersuch
Tommy Strateh
Aleo Stertt
Hvens Black Bees
Sta'e
Dix
Tance
Sy Miles
Mr. A. Haile
Comet
Maddie
J. W. Oquphant
Hope
Sctateh
Harness
H. Fielder
Australian crippled soldiers urged for permanent relief fund
A letter to the editor appeals to readers to support a fund for Australian soldiers who return armless and leafless from the Balkans and war. The writer proposes a permanent home and institute for crippled soldiers, urging self‑funding and reporting previous donations of £100 and up to £500 from supporters and groups.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fohl
Balkans
Werth Bros
Australia
Otter
Incomplete Message from Platt Ruskin to Premier
An unsettled note from Platt Ruskin requests centralization of communications to the Premier Mr. Hokoan. The fragment mentions organizing in every town and forwarding all correspondence, but details are unclear and portions are garbled.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beeuie
New South Wales
Hokoan
Platt Ruskin
Weather Report Indicates Wet Outlook After Morning Rain
A muddled forecast notes yesterday morning showed improvements to cloudy conditions. Reports posted at the post office by 9 am recorded 55 points, with the day beginning dull and hinting at additional rain as the weather system progressed.
Soldiers Describe Early Morning Departure for Battle
A dated wartime diary passage recounts orders to depart in clean fatigue at 8 15, packing tents and grounds, moving to Babel Whesler station, marching 16 miles with packs and blisters, then arriving at Alexandria by 4 16. The account notes cheering and mixed emotions as the unit left their position behind.
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Tno
Trammport
Rom I. Pémmen
Babel cl Whesler
5Th Battalice Pend
Dies
Tte Tommica
Kear el Mberrac
Echo
Alexandria
Fragmentary World War I Era Dispatches
A garbled wartime communication references truthfast L3H, transport shortages, and the Australian New Zealand troops. The message mentions facing Castlehenso and Transport, with notes about marching and fighting the Germans. It conveys confusion about location and timing amid a chaotic front.
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Gottit
Wilkmt
Eaf
Weather Agency Notes Request Awaiting Instrument Readiness
A weather office statement says the Commonwealth Meteorologist has noted the request and will consider it when the newest instruments become available. No definite date is given for action.
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Commonwealth Matzorologist
Letter from Lieut Colonel Abbott to Liberal Organiser in New England
A letter from Lieut-Col Abbott to Misa Prenter Liberal Organiser for New England expresses appreciation for her loyal service. He recalls past political struggles and offers as a memento, hoping for her continued support should he return to Australia.
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Abbott
Misa Prenter
Liberal
New England
Oleo
BNE
Youea
Australie
Musical Event Attendees and Providers Listed
The program credits Mies C. Quap man and A.L.O.M. piano, W. Gariner cornets, N. Gardner violin, Leigh Hartley as MLC, J. Paterson of the Federal Bakery supplied the refreshments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mies C. Quapman
A.L.O.M
W. Gariner
N. Gardner
Leigh Hartley
J. Paterson
Bavery
Butter Shortage and Public Works Highlight 1900s Town
The article notes scarce butter and a school children's effort for the Bl. Glens raising over £25096. It mentions a sanitary contractor using funds for a rise of 14 per pan and many business and private places fitted for electric light.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Glens
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Flood
Countess
Fishder's
Tommy Tiddler
Harness Smith
Piccwie
Phil
Lord Hope
Phil May
Smith
Frestah
Gilgai Thee
Enid
Reiland Bells
MR. Basser
Royal Hotel
Manilla
Adolf Basser
Wier Neme
Chalni
Sydney
Rrouina Sares
United
Conjem
TS Pastoral Haar
Laura
Emel
Manilla Motor Garage
Strafford & Rowan
Allan
Mantova Proprietors
Paviptoe- Boones Viber
Ork
LJ Mantova
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