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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jan 07, 1969

Page

10

Ashe Delivers Rallying Show in Canberra Exhibition

Arthur Ashe, hailed by critics as the world’s best, impressed spectators at Manuka amid talk he may skip professional tours. He outshot rival Pavarell with pace and aggressive forehand, while comments from peers suggested his methodical approach could propel him to the top, though he hinted at not joining the two professional tours.

Harry Hepman Arthur Ashe Newto Manuka Idee Weil Naatie Oth Tueek Paxarell Canberra Pasarell Aste Crowel Ashe Camerberra Wilihal Mr Lever Ken Rosewall Maniiba Miata Imately aBainn Jenn Charles Tared America Paintell

Divers struggle for state titles in Canberra meets

Canberra Amateur Swimming Club endures cold winds and rough seas as divers compete in state championships delaying results. Brie Whatman wins in the second segment while Thomas Marty qualifies for the Nationals in Sydney next March. Several swimmers qualified for upcoming state championships though weather and water temperatures hindered preparation and practice.

Canberra Thomas Marty Sydney Whatman Murphy Rabin M Marcu Uteri Packer Bs Goldnick Plewes Hutterfys R. Hamiewmn

Sprinter Destroyed After Melbourne Handicap Injury

Melbourne Monday Handicap at Eleming saw Marmion, a top Victoria sprinter, suffer a severe leg fracture in the off fore while running. The seven-year-old gelding was whisked by ambulance to trainer Les Carstens’ stable, with plans to not race this month.

Peld Melbourne Eleming Hiram Baddeley Manangatang Murray Les Carstens Deesusa

Asian syndicate quits Australian racing after ban

Melbourne report says The Asian syndicate ends its connection with racing and the roadstock industry in Australia. Felipe Yamaal of Quezon City Philippines leads the group. Horses owned by the syndicate to be sold. Yamaal, with his private minder C Waymouth and jockey George Hope, were disqualified for two years by VRC stewards. Harold Howse, a stable commissioner, received 12 months for false information about Follow Me’s backing. Frank Ford, racing manager for the group, was exonerated.

Melbourne Australia Felipe ‘Yamael Quezon City Philippines Yamaal C. Waymouth George Hope VRC Harold Howse Mooney Valley Frank Ford Monards Yamuel Bill Stutt Bloodstock Divi Newsmarket Jamun i Gach Grasa Sydney Watkins Arthur Mor‘rly Syd Neve Miss Red Diver Bat Lady Rangers Folk Me WEC Yamael Busineesroan

Appeals Filed by Disqualified Persons Against Sentences

The disqualified persons have lodged appeals and will be heard by the VRC committee, probably in the second week of February. VRC secretary Me L. V. Lachal stated today.

VRC Me L. V. Lachal

Four West Indies batsmen face stern test at Sydney

At the Sydney Cricket Ground the famed quartet of Sobers Kanhar Nurse and Butcher confront a tough tour exam while rookies Loyd Fredericks and Carew impress in their first Australia exposure. The article notes Sobers’ slower form, rising hopes for the three left-handers, and the looming return of strong West Indies prospects as the MCG series nears its halfway point.

Sydney Gary Sobers Rohan Kanhar Seymour Nurse Basil Butcher Sydney Cricket Ground West Indies Guyana Clive Loyd Roy Fredericks Trinidad Joey Carew Australia Pene Wis Kealy Mckenne Rohan Kanhal George Headley Rank Worrall Everton Weekes Clyde Walott Nurse Jay Com

Hart Leads PGA Round With 68 In New Zealand Open

Paul Hart of Katoomba NSW shot a 68 to share the initial round lead with New Zealand’s Bob Charles at the Stars Travel PGA event in Mount Maunganui. The morning group finished joint top with solid irons and early birdies as the rain-affected course challenged players.

Mount Maun'ganut Paul Hart Katoomba Nsw New Zealand Bob Charles

Promoter upsets Victorian open day in tennis upset

A sensational start to the $12,000 Vie. wan Open team championships saw four leading professional women withdraws including Americans Bille tena and Ann fewest, while France and Ann fewest fitaln pulled out. American Mr Germ Mex cat reported by Mee McCatl in Lim Angelis Shieked the LTAN. STAV president Hiarey Hopenan confirmed no play in Victorian tournament. In the men’s draw, Bob Lute defeated Frank Sedgman 63 64 1% 46 64, tiring Sedgman after a 20 year age gap. other Americans Maye erg and Donald Dell advanced in straight sets.

Bille Tenainp Rereanany Canal Prancowe Pure France Germ Mee McCatl Lim Angelis McCall STAV Hiarey Hopenan Erry Spirls Bob Lute Theaniicha

Queensland Triumph in Captivating Last Over Victory

In a postwar Shield cricket thriller Queensland edged Victoria by 12 runs with 308 needed for victory. Bob Paulsen hit a decisive three as Queensland chased down the target in the final over, fending off Victoria’s late resistance and securing the outright win.

Queensland Melbourne Victoria

Visitors Outplay Yet At Season End In Test Debate

The Melbourne and Sydney cricket talk centers on Australia led by Lawry and a strong display from Freeman and Walters. The visitors showed depth in pace and spin, with Jarman cited as key, while questions remain about resilience in the final innings and the Test match context for the upcoming India and South Africa series.

Sydney Kaan Taher Melbourne Kimball and Company Eaunner Pavidson Benwad Art Mackay Lawry India South Africa Renaud Gleeson Freeman Wist Har Innit

Fragmented sports score update from unclear text

The readable fragments describe a late six o’clock moment with a visitor and a scoreboard. It mentions Grant Juhon and a final over, suggesting a cricket or baseball context, with a six needed for victory. Specific teams, dates, and outcomes are not clear from the garbled material.

Pratsery Ucan Antil Grant Juhon

Ski Carnival Set to Feature Notable Experts and Barefoot Action

Local ski carnival this month will showcase Dave Hamilton of Kitt Mayes and Singletin with status as prominent single alpine skiers. Australian barefoot display and two mile water course rides headline. Prize money of 40 dollars each for winners noted as the event proceeds with men and women competitors.

Dave Hamiilton Kitt, Mayes Pend Pal Ieight Hamiion Wo Buys Mime Australia Junit

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