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Newspaper
Warwick Daily News
Location
Warwick, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jun 18, 1951
Page
5
A historical newspaper clipping shows a prize distribution for the Golden Casket with multiple prize levels. It lists prize numbers, amounts in pounds, and names linked to specific awards across locations in Queensland and Brisbane, including entries for Jovee, Kedron, and Mt. BIN entries, indicating a broad sweep of prizes and participants. The text reads as an OCR-dense inventory of prize allocations, numbers, and recipient identifiers.
The French Rugby League side stunned 25,847 fans at the Cricket Ground by erasing a 25 point halftime deficit to force a draw with Queensland. Pule Aubert opened with two quick penalties in the second half as France surged forward with swift passing and backline support, Constrastin scoring a late corner try to level the scores. Queensland names for the next NS.W. clash show Ron Fiths replacing Ron Davis at hook, Griffiths sidelined, with a large Brisbane–Toowoomba contingent in the squads.
The All Blacks reserve team protested a disallowed try yesterday, leaving the field with 20 minutes left as officials contest the decision. Seagulls pressured for a fair ruling while the match paused amid the protest.
The Australian featherweight champion Elley Bennett will not defend his title tonight in Sydney Stadium against Ray Coleman. Bennet t plans to weigh in over the 9.0 limit after Coleman weighs 8.13, which would cause Coleman to lose the title if Bennett is knocked out in a non title bout. Manager Snowy Hui said Bennett would enter the ring heavier and this first time not to be ‘dried out’ for a fight. Betting placed Bennett as a slight favorite ahead of the bout.
Louis, in peak form, dominated Lee Savold and stopped him in the sixth round of their 15 round Madison Square Garden bout. The crowd roared as Louis executed a sharp jab and right uppercuts, scoring a decisive win and reclaiming championship stature. The report also notes The Feline’s earnings in Australian hurdle racing, surpassing Mosstrooper’s record.
An advertisement lists seed potatoes with seasonal varieties, seed wheat, grasses, oats, clovers, and various seed and fertilizer items. The notice also mentions contact details for Bowdler and lists a partial sports report noting Sweden’s Davis Cup win and Don Candy’s victory over Gardnar Mulloy in the Eel championships.
Mr Sparkes denounces price fixing as a failure harming primary producers and causing shortages. He argues government price controls remove incentives to plant and sell crops, urging better prices to spur production and stabilize markets. The Cooyar Jubilee show opened with record entries and support from Mr Plant.
In Melbourne at Glenalbyne near Inglewood a man Frederick Oliver a 7 year old motor mechanic and Eunice Oliver aged 32 were found with a pea rifle wound to the head. The wife suffered critical injuries and is not expected to survive.
A dairy industry alert warns butter production strains may push Australia toward imports. Reports indicate July 1 would bring higher fat content requirements and tighter supply, impacting processors and retailers. Authorities urge contingency planning as demand remains steady.
Brisbane report notes trainer Mat McCarten provided weights for Double Favourites May and other horses. Davey Jones and The Pilot were nominated for Doomben and Rosehill meetings next Saturday. Davey Jones may run the Flying Handicap over ten furlongs. The Pilot also tipped for a ten furlong Winter Handicap.
In Colombo thirty five people were injured as a clash erupted after a soccer match. Police reported chaotic scenes with players and spectators involved, investigations underway to identify ringleaders and restore order.
An owner seeks to overturn a lifetime disqualification for HY Lista following a positive caffeine swab after a November 25 win. Petersen and the horse were disqualified for life, with the owner stating he bore no responsibility for the lessee’s actions and that the horse had a trainer registered.
Crowds lined the route as the cortege arrived and the casket was laid in the grave. Evatt wept and leaders showed signs of distress as pallbearers carried the bier. The Bathurst band played Holy God We Praise Thy Name at the graveside, a tribute to Mr Chifley.
Holden announces price increases due to higher costs of components and materials. The sedan rises £90 to £805 and the coupe utility by £85, with sales tax excluded. Holden officials note costs have surged since the original May 29 1948 introduction and cite broader market price pressures.
Ir Hanlon is admitted to Canberra Hospital with a serious illness thought to be a mild pneumonia. Doctors report his condition is satisfactory and medical advisers recommend rest in hospital for recovery.
The text cites a plan to be in London at noon on June 23. It mentions Hess and co-driver Ronald Jeavons and references 136 hours, rest breaks, and turning a car upside down to remove dust.
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