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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Aug 20, 1968

Page

11

Linden to race at Canterbury in Ashbury Graduation Stakes

Linden, a Canberra bred galloper trained by John Edlington for Mere Ro Allport, is drawn well in the Ashbury Graduation Stakes divisions at Canterbury. Apprentice Peter Cook will ride Linden, who won over the same course six furlongs last start on a heavy track, facing Glen Craig and Cherrokee Prince among others in a tight eight event program.

Wenghe Attala Wilkom Wall Tath Golden Words Ruler Man Deluptic Linden Witch John Edlington Mere Ro Allport G. Scrull de Hyles KR. Douglas de W. Law Chance Peter Cook Prentice Glen Craig More Cherrokee Todman Rosehill Harold Riley Hay Omorton Appeentee Tan Augustus

Bamford the veteran presence in finals contention

Rugby League focus on Kevin Bamford as an experienced finalist. Canberra figures and Dragons hope Zone 2 finals berth hinges on Bamford and Hamford, with Bamford noted for multiple grand finals and semifinals in a prolific career.

Berra Workman Mercury Kevin Bamford Dragons Hamford Merry Bamford Canberra Hall Halim Close NSW Rugby League

Canberra Under 16s Triumph In Tight Hockey Bout

Canberra under 16s scored late to edge Queensland visitors 4 to 3 in a closely fought match. George Skiha equalised, then struck twice more as Canberra rallied from behind. Stephen Thompson converted a penalty corner for the visitors to level at halftime. The home side regained the lead late, with George Skiha sealing the win as Tan Graton and Peter Pottard impressed in midfield.

Hive Act Michael Gahhs Canberra George Skiha Peter Pottard Fullsback Stephen Thompson Phy Seenawing Leary George Cianberrahs Hall Tan Graton

ANU I Wins A Grade Squash Pennant

ANU I clinched the men's A grade squash pennant defeating Manuka I on Thursday. Peter Landon starred with a decisive five set win over Thompson aided by Isarangkuma and O Callaghan while Aitken and Mollet also contributed to ANU’s strong performance in a match hailed as one of the season’s best.

ANU I Peter Landon Manwika Ken Thompson Manuka I Manuka Anu Landon, Aitken Isarangkuma Jock O'Callaghan Manitha Joamy O'Callaghan Anus Basil Cit Peter Lush O'Callage Han Clift Brent A Seth Geo Walsh I Dan Aken Les Mollet Molieu Landon Outmano Seu Thompson Landon Armen

ACT Resident Championships Finals Start at Manila Spurts

The finals for all grades of the ACT Resident Championships will be held Sunday August 24 at Manila spurts starting 2pm. Admission to the courts is free. The men's A grade and women's titles are expected to draw strong fields as previous weeks saw tight matches and standout performances from top teams.

Phere Manilla Sunthi

Boros Wins $50,000 Westchester Golf Classic

Julian Boros clinched a dramatic one shot victory at the Westchester golf classic, finishing ahead of Jack Nicklaus Dan Sikes and Bill Cooper. The 48 year old PGA champion became the oldest winner of the event, earning $50,000 and moving into a leading position in career earnings.

Harrison New York Julian Boros M-pearold Shana Mae Web Murphy Snake Molorphy Jack Nicklas Chutuh Dan Sikes Bill Cooper Mullionaire Arno Palmer

Tintin The Seven Crystal Balls by Hergé

A compact note on Tintin and his fellow investigators as they pursue the mystery of the seven crystal balls. This entry hints at European comic lore featuring adventurous exploits and the famous reporter hero.

Dickens Keeps His Lead In Canberra Racing

Dickens maintains the lead in the Canberra racing scene as jockeys vie for premiership honors. Names such as Gordon, Vin O'Neil, and Mike Smith appear among riders and trainers shaping the season, with steady minor placings and several pairings noted for the Camberra Racing Club events.

Norm Dickens Thee Mats Canberra Jack Canter Gordon Bevrle Ats Aluvwrner Queanhessa Jar Aly Sietory Alec Mackeneie Dickens Jai Abithinet Tor Bowtinwal Vin O'Neil Lond Bemp Cocoon Henry Carpwright Keith Firm Mike Smith Ray Doh Fred Carpenter Ross Jenten Canberra Racing Club Ashley Bawden Senethe ACT Jockey Club Sane Uke Betta

Canadian golfer Knudson secures second straight PGA crown

Canadian Georgi Knudson captured his second consecutive PGA championship, firing a 21 under par to lead the field. The succès followed his prior triumph as the tournament concluded yesterday, with strong finishes boosting the team’s standings.

S Olihl Yaap Georgi Knudson Tayrant

Queanbeyan High School set for tough rugby match

Queanbeyan High School hosts a strong ex-students side in a rugby union clash after their season success. The event features players from Blues and Marve clubs including Frank Cleary Mick Doyle and Keith Hock, with Jimmy Black captain of the ACT Shell Cup side. The match is part of a busy sports day at Queanbeyan High School.

sQueanbeyan Teague Queanbeyan Fumist High School Monaro High School Picton Tinlents Barry Stumbies Mike Sek Frank Cleary Mick Doyle Keith Hock Blues Queanbeyan High Kapa Tanmerrad Act Canberra Queensland Nsw Brisbane Tat Jimmy Black Queanbeyan High School Black

All Blacks career may be ended in slump at court

A chaotic report notes major sports and tennis items across Auckland, Christchurch, and Moscow. It mentions All Blacks facing potential career-ending injury, American players and veterans in tennis, and various results including Santana and Steel across Australia, Canada, and New Zealand.

Cleveland Essex Christchurch Mon Tsuil Mrs Wink Maxparet Court Australia Tony Steel Manuel Santana Ashtenes Arthurs Ashe Krabane Interrone Aubilles Temfonl Ian Wabeutabe Heding Manish Fance Hal Askin Kepl Pegime Amy Santen New Zealand France Tyeas Steel Canada Iheean Nt Blacks Asthe Naa Santana Australi New Se Vesland Moscow Hig Tovk Te Moscow International Rots Grammar School Volved Lersiy

Australian swimmers set long relay record from England to France

Two Australian teammates from Manly were part of a 31 swimmer international relay that set a new speed record for swimming from England to France. Jonny Yore, 24, and Petar Ruichie, 22, helped the team finish Dover to Calais in around 4 hours 47 minutes, beating the previous 18 year old record.

Mody Laap Maria Buen Brazil

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