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Newspaper
Albany Despatch
Location
Albany, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Nov 12, 1923
Page
3
Racing notes from the Teandicat event detail Mercator’s victory in the Sandringham hurdles and other results including Hove Haven Cup and Juvenile Handicap. The report cites odds, jockeys, and field names across multiple races, with emphasis on notable performances and the carnival program.
The VAC Spring meeting drew a large crowd in fine weather for the C. B. Fisher Plate race run over one mile and a half. Maid of the Mist and Besidgwokl placed behind Rivoli with Riedl, WL and other runners in the mix. Bets favored Rivoli at 6 to 4.
In a weather good but tight match the Imperial and Wallabies sides played a long draw. key performances included Mullins and Angove for Imperial and Angove, Sangster, and Meyers delivering several notable blows for Wallabies as both innings closed with 130 runs on the board.
Large crowd gathered at the jetty to watch the Princess Royal Sailing Club opener. Despite rough winds, Sweetheart led most of the race with Paul Jones and Sea Shell chasing. final order saw Sweetheart first, Paul Jones second, Sea Shell third amid chilly conditions and a lively breeze.
Fair early attendance marked the first stage of the Duichtes Croply rifle contest held Saturday on the low range. Weather was fine with a shifting wind requiring wind allowance adjustments. Notable scores surfaced from Farr and Birmee among a field of shooters. next Saturday the second stage and related events will draw more attention.
Community players are urged to arrange matches within the week or face delays. Highlights include Shaivon defeating Winterhilter in a tense singles set and Winterhilter beating Brearley 6 1 6 2, with other close results across the week and forthcoming matches against Fletcher and Swionday.
Readable entries show mixed doubles and singles events led by Mrs Midewhonl and Miss Richardeon in singles. Doubles feature Mrs. Parry with Miss Wheeldon and Miss Winterhalter with Miss Brearley. Matches begin at 2 and 3 pm with finals possible later.
Catalog style listing shows various bathers and children's cotton garments with prices. Items include navy and assorted banded bathers and Kathera pieces in multiple sizes and colors. Prices range from 2/0 to 4/9 with vague sizing cues.
A local Methodist Tennis Club gathered Saturday afternoon to declare the Perth road courts open for use. Reverend Morrell opened the event after inspecting the site and noting prior delays. Members and visitors then watched as construction details were reviewed and the court facilities were outlined for future play.
A large crowd attended a Rainbow fete at a church on Thursday to support the church debt relief. Stalls offered goods, color streamers adorned ceilings, and Mrs Morrell opened the event with a speech praising volunteers. A banquet of chocolates followed and an afternoon program by Mrs Hudgea’s pupils. All but two stalls sold out, reducing the church debt.
A family poppy like remedy for colds bronchitis throat and coughs claims rapid relief within moments using a homemade mixture with a wheeled water addition per label instructions. It asserts store bought bottles range from 12 shillings to £1 or more, while the Fleenye cost is 2 shillings and promises superior value. Heenze Cough Diamonds are marketed for those needing smaller quantities.
The Eucla from Fremantle arrives Saturday and will depart Wednesday for Kaperiver Hopetoun and Dalway with passengers, mails, and agents listed. The Aberdeen line ships Diogenes Themistories and Lombon sets arrivals and departures for Albany and Port Kemida with cargo and passengers, as Dalgety Co and Mellwraith Co coordinate. A White Star liner Suevia from Liverpool is due to reach with cargo and passengers as multiple Orient routes and port calls unfold.
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