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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jan 09, 1957

Page

4

Cricket statistics reveal top batsmen and bowlers across grades

King stone Rolt Barry Strahan leads batting with 249 runs at 49.7 average in Kingston. Jim Backen tops bowling with 11 wickets at 68, while Kevin Myer and Brian James share 17 wickets. First and Second Grade lists show B Strahan Hawke McClure and others with varied averages and totals. A practice match at Reid Park set for January 23 with ACTC and ACTCA sides and team selections to follow.

Kingston Barry Strahan Bob Hawke Northpomrge Aii Dewness Jim Backen Ainslie Kevin My Brian James B. Strahan Bo Hawke N. McClure J. Dudman RALC EB Smith Mf. Joliffe Hattersley M.C J. Backen M. Burge R.M.C KL McCarty Watterston R. Howe G Stuart M. Johne F. Seymour B Robin A. Culling Wat J. Goldsmith J. Beatty le Lees B. Horan Aaron D Moore EB. Snowie M.V E. Dockar J. Nish M. Wheeler P. Ray K Geary A. Burien T. O'Connor Deal Knight Poldevan Gray Acta Sinder ACTCA Reid Park Tanuary Ipom Joo Pr Pheious Pheious Pie: Under Ja1—G. Hamlin? - Yea,w. Atkinson, I Hardy, James, B. Strahan Wanda Dastary

Silver Phantom Shines in Randwick Work Ahead of Canterbury

Silver Phantom ridden by A Ward impressed with speedy five furlongs in 1 0 0 at Randwick. Amey Arganda, a dual entrant for Canterbury Welter and Handicap events, shows strong form. Lord Ignara and Belmore Braken also feature, with Runange contesting the Campese Stakes and Arganda set for Australian debut at Canterbury.

Sydney A. Ward Canterbury Feor Randwick Amey Arganda Hust Stim Aboukir J. Thompson Royal Stream C. Howard Lord Ignara Sandpeperry Lord Gynnet Canterbury Park Belmore Carrington Brake Manians N. McGrowdie Maniana Ae Unangs Atl Runange Tan

Newmarket Handi cap Nominations Rise at Flemington Crown

Kingster entered for Newmarket Handicaps at Flemington with nominations closed for the Australian Cup. The Newmarket Handicap drew 410 horses, 12 more than last year, while the Australian Cup attracted 106 entries, up from 88. Apple Bay finished third last year but is not included.

Copper Rey Apple Bay Newmarket Flemington

State Lottery Draws and Syndicate Entries Summary

The State Lottery announces draw numbers and results including Lottery No 3760 with numerous entries and syndicates such as Bea Time, Golden Biove Hotel Matra ville, Lone Hand synd, Silver Boot synd, Christmas Rush synd, New Year dyna, and Come Boon synd. It lists winners, ticket numbers, and participating locations across Sydney and Wentworthville, with published sample results and official notice from The Federal Capital Press of Australia Pty. Ltd.

E. G. Smith Golden Matraville Tinker the Grove Austinmer Huffman Killeen Street Wentworthville Cameron State ‘Reformatory Long Bay D. Atkins Es- P Sydney Dyna A. Mangold G.P.O Ereih Batiz

Kramer Leads Canberra Fans to Goulburn Tennis Night

Canberra fans expect Jack Kramer’s pro team to play at Goulburn and District Tennis Association courts on Sunday. Bev Paceno Segura of Ecuador will face Rex Hartwig, Tony Trabert will play Frank Sedgman, with Segura and Trabert pairing in doubles. Ken Rosewall will not participate as he is not contracted to play country events. Special seating accommodates 1,000 spectators.

Canberra Goulburn Jack Kramer Goulburn and District Bev Paceno Segura Ecuador Rex Hartwig Tony Trabert Frankedgman Segura Trabert Hartwig Sedgman Ken Rosewall

Oxford Cambridge May Not Be Held Amid Petrol Rationing

In Britain the annual Oxford-Cambridge host race may not be held due to petrol rationing. Oxford has been refused a training luncheon permit and Cambridge has not yet applied.

London Reuters Britain Oxford Cambridge

Newcastle Should Have Win In Country Tennis

Newcastle’s No.1 men’s tennis team appears set to win the country week tournament at White City after two decisive rounds. They defeated Nyngan 50 games to 28 and Canberra 46 games to 34, with Canberra their main threat. The doubles pairing won their eighth match in a row, while teammates Hrugen and Markey struggled against Canberra.

Bydney Newcastle White City Nyngan No Act Canberra Nets Hrugen Markey L. Lonergan J. Jor- Bensen A.C.T Jardine Newe J. Jor-gensen Ki. Bycroft L. Damond A.ct Binns Dovin V. Jorgensen and Lonergan (Act.) 6-0, 6-1; v. Bycroft and Osmond ACT. I Newcastle I Roberts Wv Dickson Kelson Newey V. Woods Rutherford R. Bennett KR. Patterson Vo Woods V. Pera Kelson Altury Zeta J. Matthews J. Carter Ce Roberts Putn

Set-up For Brilliant Seabeau Could Meet Todman in Sire's Produce

New Zealand based brilliant Seabeau will be brought back by Conaghan next Sunday with Ray Ribbon and Summarily from spell. Seabeau ready for autumn juvenile races upon return as glamour colt eyes clash with Sydney champions Todman and Concert Star in Sire's Produce Stakes at Flemington or Randwick. Racegoers anticipate a Melbourne autumn meeting for the youngsters amid carnival buildup. Ray Ribbon resumes under new colours after spell, with Harmonist eyeing the Normandy Handicap. Harmonist, trained by Roy Shaw, worked a mile in 1 43 at Flemington for best morning time.

New Zealand Ray Ribbon Summalu Conaghan Seabeau Sydney Todman Concert Star Flemington Randwick Melbourne Monist Roy Shaw Harmonist Caulfield

Canberra Juniors Defeat Newcastle For Rogers Cup

Canberra Juniors beat Newcastle by 16 runs to win the Rogers Cup at Empire Park. Canberra posted 175 with Ken King 74 not out and Russell Parkes 46. King also took 4/50. Newcastle, replying, were all out for 159 as Michael Little top scored with 60 not out.

Cope Weiter Newcastle Empire Park Canberra Michael Little Russell Parkes Ken King King McConnell Brat

Offer to Pay Miller's Fine by Melbourne Firm

A Melbourne firm Red Tulip Pty Ltd offered to pay the £100 fine imposed on Keith Millar by the Australian Board of Cricket Control. A director said Miller had been unjustly treated given his service to Australian cricket. Workers collected funds, but the company contributed most of the money. Miller in Sydney said he would accept the offer.

Melbourne Turaday Australian Board of Cricket Control Keith Millar Red Tulip Pty, Ltd Prattan Miller Sydney Hla Coatituete

NSW Seconds Start Well in Melbourne Test

Melbourne match report records NSW Seconds opening strong with 169 by Saunders and 131 not out by Philpott in a solid batting display. Captain Clive Johnston contributed 68 as Verdant Victoria weathered hostile bowling from Pearce and others on an ideal batting track.

Melbourne Tulas Nsw Ats Phewinst Vieturat Wos Clive Johnston Vicorian Ken Pearce

Rose May Miss 1650 Yards in NSW Titles Race

Sydney press reports world champion Murray Rose will contest the 1650 yards title if Graham Hamilton wins the half mile. Championships start at North Sydney Olympic Pool Saturday night with Rose aiming at the 400 metres and 440 yard events. Rowe shows reluctance to race the 1490-yard title.

Rose N.S.W Sydney Murray Rose Graham Hamilton North Sydney Olympic Pool Rowe

Pennant Bowls Resume At The Week-end

Pennant bowls resume with Queanbeyan facing Canberra at Forrest greens in senior grade. Canberra City also meet Crookwell while Goulburn vs Canberra South looms. No. 2 pennant leaders include Goulburn and Canberra South with key Sunday matches and byes noted. Team lists and local club competitions at Canberra South follow.

Queanbeyan Witeh Canberra Forrest Greens Canberra City Crookwell Shoud Gasdywitt Goulburn Canberra South Yaas Goulburn Railways Yous Kenmore Teaders Canberra City A Peninant Canberra West City B Captain's Flat Cooma Crookwell A Pennant Condron Dergast Marker Byrn Lamb

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