Jack Bakers Memorable Announcer For Bendigo Carnivals
Jack Baker Victoria's ace announcer will again lead the announcing at Bendigo Thousand and other carnivals. His coverage at Benalla impressed, aided by Fred Bigmore. C.W.A Rotary Club and townspeople supported Miller's Merryland booths raising substantial funds. Water cart operators managed dust control. gatekeepers and ticket box staff praised by the Carnival Committee.
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Jack Baker
Victoria
Bendigo
Benalla
A.B.C
Indonesia
Jack
Fred Bigmore
Merryland
C.W.A
Rotary Club
Carnival Committee
Brilliant Final in Benalla Gift
The Hos pital Gift final in Benalla produced an exciting finish. Gerrard led at half distance but Kelly Hogan and Smith surged. Gerrard won by 1.5 inches with Kelly third, Smith narrowly missing a photo finish. Gerrard now favoured for the Bendigs Thousand.
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Benalla
Cecil Sureete
H. J. Murray
M. D. Smith
Gerrard
E. P. Marantelli
Hogan Brothers
Mr. Smith
Carnival
J. F. Smith
Kelly
Hogan
Smith
Gerrad
Winton Sprint Claims Double Sprint Wins and Winnings
Winton sprinter W. F. Truscott won the Seymour Sprint at 914 yards and then extended his success with a strong showing in the Winton Sprint of 75 yards. R. H. Bolam placed as limit man on 10 percent yards, while a shorter competitor also performed.
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Seymour
Winton
R. H. Bolam
Carnival committee honors workers for hours of time
Workers who gave many hours of their time are commended for their cooperative spirit and rewarded with compliments on the attractiveness of the grounds and the carnival staging. The Carnival Committee was headed by the president, Mr. [name].
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M. C. Evans
Hospital
Evans
Carnival Secretary and J F Smith Coordinate Secretarial Duties
Carnival secretary and J F Smith, continuing for successive years, carried out the secretarial duties for the inst wardennial committee.
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J. F. Smith
Finish in Molyullah Handicap Sparks Tight Finish
The Molyullah Handicap over 440 yards produced a strong field with W T Garvin dominating heat one and N G Pearce strong in heat two. In the final Garvin led with a lap to go, RC Laweh close behind, and Lusch narrowing the gap to a shoulder to shoulder finish. Garvin edged ahead near the post as Losch faded from the hard race.
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Molyullah
Garvin
N G Pearce
RC Laweh
Lusch
Losch
Takes Mile Race For Second Time
Gordon Bayne of New Zealand stormed to the Standard Mile win, again leading from the start and widening his margin each stride to secure a comfortable victory. This marks his second successive Benalla Mile triumph, matching last year's prize success.
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Gordon Bayne
Benalla
Frank Banner Breaks Down in Melbourne Sprint Heat
Frank Banner, noted for refusing to run at Benalla unless paid appearance money, started the Winton Sprint heat with a strong run but broke down in the semi final and finished last.
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Prank Banner
Melbourne
Benalla
Winton
World Champion Barney Ewell Draws Focus On Arrival
The renowned sprinter Barney Ewell, unable to attempt the world record over 100 yards, becomes the center of attention on arrival, maintaining his relaxed demeanor as he immediately removes his shoes and settles in.
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Barney Ewell
Carnival Draws Thousands to Benefit Dairy Produce Appeal
A large crowd attended a city carnival under shaded trees raising funds and dairy produce donations. The event featured home made cakes, an afternoon tea, and thanks to generous donors. Notable visitors and officials from local athletic clubs attended, praising the community effort and planning further activities.
Wheel race winner shines in carnival highlight
Ray Bamford, a former Benalla typlist and brother of Ansley Bamford of Bridge Street, delivered one of the carnival’s most spectacular wins with blazing times. A popular rider noted for long distance events, he also competed in the Melbourne Bonalia Road Race in IMT.
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Benalla
Ray Bamford
Ansley Bamford
Bridge Street
Ray
Melbourne
Bonalia
Work of Auxiliary Commenced With Noted Efficiency
Members of the Women's Auxiliary began their work with customary efficiency. The article notes orderly conduct, steady volunteers, and prompt tasks undertaken to support the main mission. Their coordinated efforts reflect seasoned norms of the group.
Gate Takings Rise Across Three Programmes
Gate takings increased from prior years with three listed figures: Friday Night 172 pounds, Saturday Afternoon 342 pounds, Saturday Night 500 pounds total 1,014 pounds.
Also Mentioned on This Page
J F. Smith
W. F. Truscott
Frank Gerrad
Benalla Hospital
Mervyn Smith
Jack Richards
Keith Smith
Carnival Secretary
Frank Banner
Loey
Meiners
Lievierleuns Organicions
Pariega Ravelling
Eliape
Wally Beelewlum
Howe
WAL
Val Jiarviicapper
Syd Armatromg
Lteward
VAL
Heidelberg Athletic Club
Tan MecDiuremid
Allan and McLeod
Vac.u
Geelong Athletic Club
Waa the Strater
Trengove
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