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Benalla Ensign

Location

Benalla, Victoria, Australia

Date

Mar 26, 1953

Page

3

Mixed doubles final showcases Lord and Mrs Boyd victory

In a tense three setter at the local Tennis Club finals Mervyn Lord and Mrs. C Boyd defeated F Cornall and Miss Strachan 5 7, 6 2, 6 4. Trophy presentation followed by praise for both pairs and club support. Rex Hartwig fund planned at next committee meeting to raise Wimbledon travel costs.

Cornall Lord Mervyn Lord Boyd G. Dolphin M. Lord C. Boyd D. F. Cornall Miss Strachan Ayers An Rs. Huff Rex Hartwig Nalla Lawn Tennis

Clubs chastise umpires as Wanearatta board queried

Mr Barker defended the Wanearatta Umpires Board amid club complaints about officiating after last season's home and away series. He noted only seven reports from 58 matches and denied ownership of the board while outlining costs of engaging Angaratta umpires at £4 15s per match, with clubs paying £3 before the opener and £12 monthly thereafter.

Wanearatta Umpires’ Board Barker Angaratta

Gun Club Slashes Fees to Boost New Members

Benalla Gun Club announces reduced entry costs and a rare cheap shooting day at its clubhouse this Saturday. President Werrett notes many locals could start the sport if expenses drop, with a £25 Handicap and 5/ star events planned. Social shoots to recruit new members to be discussed at the next meeting.

Benalla Gun Ocluly Deeline FL Werrett

District League Reports 2052 Season Finances

Mr Barker spoke at the delegates meeting on the balance sheet for the 2052 season. The league closed with a credit balance of £58 after distributing £1852 among eight clubs. Final gate receipts were £428 with expenditures including umpires £252, refunds £141, and taxes £89. Admission for all matches set at 2/6.

Barker League

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