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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 31, 1961
Page
6
Norths and Ainslie met at Northbourne Oval on Saturday with Rehrita, Norths half back, reaching for a clearance to five eight Ted Kaye as Trevor Scott, Ainslie captain and breakaway, moved across to challenge.
Brisbane report states Beatrice Hayley aged eighteen from NSW became the youngest winner of the Australian Women's Golf Championship. She defeated rivals with a dominant final, including a decisive 13 and 11 victory at the oval in Queensland. Hayley claimed the title after a flawless morning round and strong bunker play, overcoming Mayley and other champions Judy Percy and Josie Fletcher as she secured the championship with a one under par final round.
Australia trailed England by 114 after England posted 177. Openers Lawry 33 not out and Simpson 29 not out steadied with an 83 minute stand, cutting 63 off England's total. England, 367 all out, saw Barrington and Murray resist in a long seventh wicket stand while Simpson and Lawry tilted the momentum before the innings closed amid a string of tight bowling and disputed chances.
Australia fears rose as England posted 212 with Barrington scoring a lucky 71. Baker won the race on long, Koh underlined defiance against Australia while Davidson faced heavy pressure. Mckenzie bowled erratically and Mackay showed signs of form as the pitch provided uneven carry and several wides.
Scoreboard shows Australia in 1st innings 190 and England 1st innings with mixed scores for Subba Row Simpson Pullar Den Ko nzie aye Simpse Davidson Close Ibw McKenzie Barrington ONeill Murray Grout Mackay Allen Holt Trueman Sundries. Bowling figures list Statham Trueman Flavell Allen with Sundries and totalsEnding with incomplete lineups and figures.
On Sunday many friends and members of the Sportsmen's Association of Australia visited the grave of the late Walter Lindrum OBE on the first anniversary of his death. The observance marked a quiet tribute to a renowned figure in billiards and sport.
Sydney Sunday report of Duntroon R M C rugby at Coogee Oval with a 19 12 main match win over SW Junior and a Colts victory over Combined High Schools. Bennett and De La Rave led in the main game while Fenn and Alain Yride starred for CHS in the junior clash.
Royals defeated Bast a at Narrabundah Oval as leaders Royals and RMC moved to 24 points. Queanbeyan beat University, Ainslie beat Norths, with Goulburn, Queanbeyan and Norths near the top. Reserve Grade boosts for Royals and RMAC amid a tight title chase.
The match at Amne lie Quat featured Austral Olympic defeating Canb by a small margin on slippery ground. Despite the poor footing and dismal standard of play, several teams posted results including Concordia 4 and Civic Rovers 4 1, with University Poresity 4 1 and other divisions showing tight contests.
Ainslie defeated Norths 6-3 to reach the semifinals in a weather affected rugby union clash. Remy led solid defense while Norths struggled under wet conditions. Quwanbeyan and University sides also recorded notable results as the season advances.
The Vale lables Rugby Union selects a squad including Burgeretary, Lenehan, M Chien, Lisle, Elwood, Dowse, Catchomie, O'Germay, Thor, Miller, White and Johann for a South Africa trial in Johannesburg on Sunday.
The Bracegirdle Cup at Royal Canberra Golf Club concluded Saturday with winner Mr im Me K Awstin taking the title by 12 metres. Mr and Mrs Abain won on a count-back from Mr and Mrs Jordan with 91 strokes, while best gross went to F W Whyte and Lady Hudson.
The Wallabies overpowered the Springboks with a powerful forward effort and sharp backs. Captain Ken Catchpole’s return boosted the side as Rowse kicked early penalties, Thornett Ellwood and Dowse contributed tries and goals, while the pack controlled the forwards and set up constant pressure.
Printed and published by Christopher John Shak speare for Fe Capital Press of Austrsta Ply Ltd at the official company office Mit Street City ACT in a formal imprint notice.
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