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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Apr 15, 1952

Page

2

Whiteford Wins Grand Prix at 130 mile Australian race

Victorian driver Dave Whiteford wins the 130 mile Grand Prix Handicap race at the Mercury Special meeting in Melbourne. The event covers 38 laps with multiple handicap sections and times reported for several competitors including Talbot Jonna Murray and Sulman. Race times range around two hours with varying handicap adjustments.

Batiunst Victorian Doug Remle Dave Whiteford Vic Lame ‘Talbot Uma Bian Jonna Mayimet Jin Big Murray Luck Murray Harry Monday Mercury Spe Ois Peck Tom Sulman Masai

Canberra Clubs Win Multiple Cups At Goulburn Meet

Canberra teams swept several trophy events at the Goulburn District Rifle Club Union meeting. Canberra No. 1 won the President’s Cup and the Watson Cup went to Canberra No. 1 while Canberra No. 2 claimed the Abe Grace Shield and Canberra No. 3 captured the Rolmer Shield aggregate. The Riverine District Prize Meeting near Canberra highlighted individual scores with Melntown and Loyd among top shooters. Fray day results will be announced Monday.

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Football melee leads to charge after match incident

Reported melee after a Rug ie pun match at Leighthiantt ove ay left Isvaney and Balmain rivals. Balmain won 30 18 as Hoult Ryiney foward and Cowie faced crowd pressure and a subsequent charge against a man alleged to have struck Law.

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Hartwig Wins in Australia in State Tennis Meet

In Perth Victoria Rex Hartwig defeats Clive Wilderspin 12 40 18 26 to capture the state men s singles title as about 9 000 spectators watched the event at the nadi e State venue.

Perth Beton Rex Hartwig Australia Clive Wilderspin Geddis Lewin

Mulloy Beats Seikas For Miami Beach Tennis Title

American veteran Ganther Mulloy, 34, won the Good Neighbour tournament at Miami Beach, defeating Vic Mein in straight sets 6 4, 6 3 to capture the title. Mulloy remains ranked as an elite competitor while competing against top international players.

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Cremtin Wins Fifth Purse and ACT Open in Canberra

Eric Cremin won his fifth professional purse at Royal Canberra with a two under par 214 total and captured his fourth ACT Open title. He topped defending champion Kel Nagle by one stroke, with Jack Harris one behind. Heavy rain caused flooded greens and affected the field as Cremin reflected on Canberra’s support.

Eric Cremtin Royal Canberra Stholes Cremin Ayisnod Npen Kel Nagle Jack Harris

Cremin Targets U S Events In Turbulent Round

Cremin faced tough conditions in a recent event with heavy rain and gusty winds. He delivered a strong back nine, birdies at the third, seventh, and late holes, finishing with solid pars and a near comeback against Wie rivals.

Filer Miksainge Eagle Cremin Umd Namie Mal Nayie Deatsoy Bik Phancr Ot Ceemin Dan Cullen Agai Hia Tee Hola Ron Warris Reiki Charlie Gorman Gorman Harri

Mann Wins Stavell Gift in Closest Sprint Final

L Mann of Albury wins the Stavell Gift 130 yards in 11.14 seconds, edging McDonald and Clingan in a near record final. McDonald, Gardiner, and Gardner push hard as rivals finish within inches, with Albury’s Mann narrowly ahead toward the finish line.

Mann McDonald Clinegan Donal Samtinala Onder Avouritian van Mann Clinuran Hottfang Gardiner

Amateur golf shakeups as Dunn edges McKay in close finish

In a sketched amateur championship, Dr. D. Dunn edged rival McKay after a tough final round. McKay posted 38 26 on the back nine and recovered from a late stretch, while Dunn parred the last holes. The day saw strong strokes and hospital notes as players faced injuries during the event.

Aeverai Wan Piay Winn Faa CMMI Kahunan McKay Howe

Stan Power Wins Canberra Cup in 77 and 118 Rounds

The Canberra Cup final saw Stan Power, representing Royal Mauberray, triumph with rounds of 77 and 118. Runner up was A Mt. Pig of Naw, Chit Sydney, while Power’s team contributed to a Royal Canberra victory in the club team match. The event included a ceremonial presentation by Mr. Pete Jarman and Mrs. Ivy Williams, with amateur and open championships noted among AGT and CANAENRA CAR participants.

Infishoodine Blum Power Tro T “A. Mt. Pig Sydney Wan Waa Royal Canberra Rites Wan Ameren Anthaasador Pete Jarman Jarman Ivy Willame Arshe United Uegom Jtillama Snipty Mener Cremen Cremin J. Harria K Nagle J. Polterwon Woodward P. Meare Colline Cowling Mckay Story E. Cremin Nagle J. Callinn Cullen Cowillng Waetward Hiehardeass Berwick Groot W. Holder N_ Besta Heard R. Mes Kay BR. Day MM. Blorey Eg. Toundee Tate Canaenra P. Power Royal Mauberray M. Ping Inew Tosr J Kolvitt Basieen Cid HO. K. Watwn Bonnin Dronio Canin Foenst ResTancee Watson Pytav Mre Wala

Seventeen Men Lost In Norwegian Sea Hunt

Oslo reports a disaster as 17 seal hunters perish in a Norwegian sloop wrecked by a gale north east of Greenland. A Norwegian expedition vessel disappeared after the storm, with rescue efforts underway and ships searching the area.

Oslo Thane Ronieward Areling Greenland Nave Atipa Iit

Queanbeyan Neyhound Racing Meeting Results

Faulty fuse caused a mechanical defect in the siren at the Queanbeyan coursing club meeting. Races were re-run. final results show Canbarra Alaker winning with times around 20.8 seconds in early heats and Canberra Htaker securing top place in a later division. Widespread issues affected multiple events with distances listed and several winners named, including Goorstoanor and Durhie's Super.

Marces Brukow Queanbeyan Ilbye Eva Goorstoanor Durhie Dave's Mate Longus Canbarra Alaker Iti Vinion Sign Lady Evenn Fimall' Prin Alenty Turk Guard Nest Walt Canberra Biukes Doga Biekes Yarts Biva'y Bedi T. Fast Barrier Monetana Lad Ugst Canberra Htaker Mirvelen Bat Tapendanile Bilger Langtha Jongu ‘Tima Canberra Antiony’s Danger Ai Glendevon Timat

NSW Olympic Fund Rising Near £9000 Target

The NSW Olympic Fund expected to reach about £9000 by month end as donations from Sydney and regional hotels push total. Funds for athletes, including Helanki Tan and others, grow with campaigns and trials shaping selection for the Olympic team amid cautious council views on further fundraisers.

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Queen Elimbeth Cup Renamed Amid Royal Ceremony

A royal decree renames Calcuttan tournament to the Quorn Cup. The new Quorn Cup awards a prize of 100 guinean, promised by King Genego Vi Fierce. The ceremony, scheduled for the upcoming weekend, will feature the presentation of the cup to the winner.

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Windsor ceremony attendance marred by early crowd delays

Windsor service at St Gratin Chapel in Windie Cunite drew many attendees but several were unable to gain admission after delays. Royal Family members including Princess Margaret reportedly arrived late, and some invited guests were kept outside until the crowd eased.

London Mon Gratin Anonabera Margaret

Old Melbournians defeat Northern Suburbs University in tough clash

Old Melbournians battled Northern Suburbs University in a waterlogged field. Robinson opened the scoring for Old Melbournians, with Waters and Ambinein adding later goals as the hosts controlled play. Northern Suburbs fought back through Harding but fell short as Old Melbournians held on for the win.

Canberra Movin Inna Yeatentay University Farm Old Melbourniana Su Perai Old Melbouriana Neramble Harding Melbournians Une Cirele Ambinein Beorta Meldaienlanin Northern Buburbs University

Wallet losses at Sydney showground amid thefts

Three wallets totalling 41 70 were stolen at the Sydney showground today. William Murray of Lidemba noted his wallet with £30 missing after his coat pocket was cut. Jeremiah McKinnon of Kensington reported a wallet containing £100 disappeared from his coat pocket while he walked. G F Ina of Bombala also reported a wallet containing £10 taken.

Sydney Willam Murray Lidenmbe Jeremiah McKinnon Kensington Coronto Nti G. F. Ina Bombala

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