Victory for Lord Nolan at Flemington Carnival Cup Day
Windy dusty day drew a crowd at Flemington for the V.R.C. Carnival Cup. Lord Nolan claimed victory with Tuskeroo runner up and Delaware third in an exciting finish.
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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Nov 03, 1908
Page
5
Windy dusty day drew a crowd at Flemington for the V.R.C. Carnival Cup. Lord Nolan claimed victory with Tuskeroo runner up and Delaware third in an exciting finish.
Crowds packed the Flemington course for Melbourne Cup Week with betting action and several races. Lord Nolan led in the Cup while Tulkreroo and Delaware chased, amid crowd excitement, slips, and jockeys, as Sea Gem and Mooltan contested the hurdles and main event.
An abbreviated weather bulletin notes scattered and varied conditions with highs and lows across the highlands and coastal areas. Forecasters warn of unsettled patterns, potential showers, and the likelihood of changing winds affecting travel and daily plans.
Readable fragments describe racing crowds and events after a cup, noting a lively scene in Sydney with mention of attacks on the crowd, authorities, and observers. References include Benner and Wil Path, with reports of a parade and public reactions.
A special session of the Tremway Board and its commissioners discussed the legal scope of the boards authority over personnel matters. Key figures included chair and members from the Tramway Commission and the board’s attorney as the court action centers on the interpretation of authority and the employer employee relationship.
Holiday wear Victor two piece suits for men featuring coat and trousers in crash tansline striped flannel grey flannel and more. Warm with optional Vest Tunic or Regatta shirt. Suits priced 18/6 to 35/ CRAB STRIPED CRASH 18/6 TUSSORE SILK 32/6 STRIPED FLANNEL 32/6 TUSSORINE 15/6. Grey Flannel 32/6.
Readable line items show Ceash Duc or drill trousers priced for seven shillings sixpence per pair, and Smart Holland motor dust coats at fourteen shillings sixpence each.
Fragmentary text from a Sydney notice list references farmers, companies, audits, and locations. Readable bits mention Kings Cross and times or dates but lack coherent details or a complete event, making a precise summary unreliable.
A garbled racing list from Epping includes details of horses, handlers, times, and judges for multiple events. It mentions Flying Wandicar, Lady Rocxson, and several pony and harness races with winners and placements, plus a police court note sentencing laborer Christian Bruce for theft of trousers.
Fragmentary court records reveal an inquiry into a Fifeshire wreck. The testimony references Coralie Uamemeone, Captain Siebel, and others as the court assesses liability and potential penalties amid damaged evidence and contested ownership.
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