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Newspaper
Toodyay Herald
Location
Toodyay, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Dec 12, 1930
Page
4
Race notices detail Winters Stakes run at Randwick Sydney on 20 December 1930 and Carrington Stakes on 27 December 1930. The document requests remittances by postal notes to Hobart and Tattersall, with a tally kept on postal notes until a reply arrives.
Race notes show two stakes events, the Breeders Plate and Midland Handicap, with prize breakdowns for first second and third places. Distances listed include seven furlongs and one and a quarter miles plus 10 yards, with starting times and stakes amounts referenced in currency.
The December meeting at WATC featured several candidates for classical races and big handicaps at the Xmas Carnival. Pleasant winds and tides aided the events as spectators enjoyed competitive contests.
Kongoni led early and fought to the finish but Keenedge held on to win by a neck with Kongoni finishing a length behind. Conquer ap and Koora thella also pressed the leaders as the field stayed compact through the home turn.
Easington led from the start and held on to win the Forrest Plate by a length. Mucky Lass moved up to take second with Jolly Fair a length and a quarter away in third as Belaita faded from contention.
Don's Whiskey won the Nursery Handicap first division with Chiliad challenging, Brady pushing Chiliad outside to lead into the straight, Don's Whiskey finishing strongly to win by four lengths. Chiliad beat Lady Pegasus by a length for second, with Prince Pia fourth ahead of Artillery Lass.
After a poor start Alienist recovered to finish strongly in the second division of the Nursery Handicap. Native Charmed led early but the favorite led most of the way and won by two lengths from Pomme d Or, with Mount Stilgolm a head back. Powpone rat remains an impressive colt with potential in future races.
Eleven runners contested the first wearhiiorage race of the peasott. Dawn of Youth led early with Gallant Siren and Prince Paladin making late advances. In a driving finish Prince Paladin edged Serbury by a length with Ait Lord a half length back and Shin Colors fading after a strong rails run.
Knight Commander triumphed in the York Handicap over three furlongs with ten runners. Red Javelin edged ahead late but Knight Commander held on to win by a length and a quarter with Dimmer third, Abergwain fading after a bold early challenge. Crystal Stream and Coatbarro followed as others faded.
Segrave, the favourite Glasgow led early but Segrave overtook to win by two lengths from Ductile. Fillany came in third, Plea Pica fourth. Segrave’s display gives trainer a strong chance in the Railway Stakes as Ductile returns to form.
A brief column notes that both the Conservative and Labour parties publish their views. It states contributions are paid or regular but not necessarily official party lines. The piece emphasizes the value and balance of movements within the state without asserting formal alignment.
The article surveys federal and state moves on wheat and bread pricing, taxes, and subsidies. It notes farmers urging price relief, potential tax shifts from general taxpayers to primary producers, and Senate resistance to certain duties. It mentions the Arbitration Bill, quarterly reviews, and political splits among Labor and Country Party factions. Financial stakes and industry impact loom for Australian wheat growers.
Three members of the Went Indies team now visiting Melbourne. Prom left: G Headly. FED Sealy, aged 16.
The West Indies were bowled out for 383 as Victoria dominated at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Monday. Constantine led Victoria with four wickets for 22 runs while Travis Lrommonger claimed eight for 143, ending the match with 13 wickets. Headley was among the few resistance figures for the West Indies in a stifling innings defeat.
Western Australian winery Waton Wines of Middle Swan markets a festive range for Christmas. The firm highlights Royal Show awards from the past five years as evidence of product quality and maturity. Amex Salient Port and Sincaiel wine are offered for the season and to satisfy state demand while buyers are urged to order directly from Middle Swan. A recent client letter praises the wine’s value and wishes the recipient a happy birthday and holiday season.
The text discusses world industrial downturns and collapsing wheat prices, blaming overproduction and credit restrictions. It cites governments, banks, and producers, noting unemployment rising as markets glut and purchasing power weakens. It questions whether the crisis is artificial and calls for economic remedies.
A long financial critique argues that deflation harms workers and farmers while bondholders gain. It cites national debt, falling living standards, and calls for cutting unearned incomes like interest and rent to restore purchasing power. The piece emphasizes labor’s push for fair adjustment and broader public support.
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