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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Dec 22, 1926

Page

9

Amateur and professional players clash in sport debate

In Australia and England the issue of amateurs meeting professionals in exhibitions and fixtures sparks debate. The New South Wales association tests policy, with potential transfer to the English body for final ruling as authorities consider whether amateur status should permit cross play and international matches.

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Bungendore Boxing Day and New Year Race Meetings Planned

Bungendore Jockey Club outlines Boxing Day and New Year meetings with two-day programs. Prize money totals around £200, entry crowd expected, fine weather forecast, cup race planned by Mr. J. Cooper of Bungendore, with meetings at Bungendore and nearby routes.

Bungendore Jockey Club Thorn J. Cooper Hunanlore Bungendom Zanborre Gueaniayan Goulburn eAxy

Goulburn New Year Races Add May Fixture

Goulburn's racing programme adds a New Year fixture at Goulburn Facing tules on May day. The committee lists draws and prize money allocations, with entries closing in early December.

Goulburn Bimiendor

Western Suburbs Retain Dunn Shield in Close Finish

The annual athletic meet for the Dunn Shield ended last Saturday with Western Auburia reclaiming the title by seven points, Botany Harriers scoring 36. A. W. Winter, the hop, step and jump champion, surpassed the previous year’s mark of 4 4 1 with a notable performance.

Auburia Botany Harriers A. W. Winter Aveinchen

Windbag and Manfred Mouse Through Melbourne Racing Talk

A noisy discussion centers on the Manfred and Windbag horses and their prospects at Flemington. Owners, trainers, and fans debate odds, potential withdrawals, and the chance of a showdown at the McMourne Cup, weighing Windbag’s fitness and Manfred’s staying power.

Summer Meeting Recap Highlights Two Notable Performances

The summary reports on a recent gathering where Vitaly wan faced mixed results and Aalwydne, a five-year-old mare, delivered a strong showing. The article notes Nawaver’s struggle to secure a top finish, while King Cytione and Kerry Vaniy are cited in relation to the outcomes, with comments on starts and positions affecting final standings.

Vitaly Favoritera Tand Murs Hue Dultiaein Roupind Warwick Farm Vane Wax Luirier Chen King Cytione Kerry Vaniy Warewick Farm Fin Iain Yaula Neul Tavonrig

The Summer Cup results and rival expectations

The article outlines the Summer Cup competition with references to Liminty Davie winning and contenders like Trina lever, Bolus Tuadloap, and others. It notes prominent figures, racing venues, and prior performances including Holiday Handicap and Newcastle Cup outcomes, highlighting uncertainties over form and future prospects.

Liminty Davie Trina Lever Davie Randwick Chicaxo Milwaukee Amd Bamstrong Caistor In & Coq Conatituros Pascal Ty Aig Bus

Yet Suspicious Postrace Scene At Randwick Frat Meet

The report describes a suspicious incident after a race in the frat division at Randwick on Saturday. A horse named by the source allegedly cut in the mouth and a steward was aroused as a sample of the mare’s millva non was secured.

Rial Staken Randwick

Favouritien Fironghow Wins Holiday Many at Mumimer Cup

Market notes show Stronghow Wy at 4 Gran Azure after Fironghow wins the Mumimer Cup as favorite with a revived public push. Queen Alwynneala’s improved result shortens the odds of her to die Villlora while Firefly is wound and fades. Other contenders include Bacchus and Laty alain as betting positions shift at Saturday’s race meeting.

Robert Miller Alain Ailhems Melbourne Mickenbythm Buck Cwemington Windtawa Mulbourne Ana Maitrud Goth Caulfield Randwick Manfred Winutn Flemington Moreno Tuwin Ueki Alwynneala Firefly Bacchus Firnty Bucohs

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