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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 03, 1928
Page
2
The article reviews Sheffield Shield performance and flags Australia’s top bowlers like Madbew and Jordan, noting foreign conditions and the lack of settled pace attack. It discusses the upcoming England tour and the need for faster, reliable bowlers to retain the Ashes, while praising Strom and other players for potential impact.
In wet weather Bungendore School of Arts Karis staged a holiday meeting with smooth arrangements aside from a late start for the first event. Appease ridden by eye won the main event over 7 furlongs as Glengarry and Plark deck clashed in the straight. The programme featured handicap races, including Glengarry’s late push and a tied stake in the final heat, with betting close on Tarlee and Grey Fox.
A Cooma visitor delegation toured the Cann Territory bowls club, meeting locals and enjoying sport. The event featured pairs matches with Waring, Toomeron, Lento, Martins, Davies, Belt, Jouven, Martin and others amid a busy program. Final scores and lineups highlighted a lively afternoon as teams looked ahead to future clashes.
A mirrored display at a local event created a striking visual link from eye level to the highest point of the hand, drawing attention as participants, including Appense and Dal namie, set a fast pace in the race. The pacing was organized by the Bungendore School of Arts Committee with officials and a ball held at the Federal Hall.
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