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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 26, 1939
Page
4
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Ted Jamieson surged from behind to win the Civic Jewellers trophy in a final round effort, aided by a solid Rest card in the monthly medal event. Larry Wallace finished strong for runner up as Fred Jenaun posted 62 to challenge, while Bul Ware led gross with 71. Associates event saw Jamieson and team dominance in handicap play as the field split into match play, with notable results among Stansfield, Jensen, and Brodribb, and a large turnout of 58 members.
Canberra and New South Wales played a fast paced league match at Manuka Oval, Canberra pulling ahead after half time to win 14-10 to 10-15. Ware and Westcott starred for Canberra, with Yandell Primmer and Gladwin among the key contributors as Canberra's defense held firm in the final quarters.
The first round concludes with Barton and Canberra Checks drawing level for leadership after a tight match. McMillan and Pam shone in goal while Nor cote, Biggin, and Piggin produced key moments. Canberra Cherks put away four goals and Staff matched with four, as rapid play and strong defense defined the contest.
A garbled match report and migration note describe German Catholics in a concentration camp context and a football contest between University and Canberra Gold. It mentions Pike McCullough White Hamald Andewson as outstanding players, with Canberran and Kingston positions and various club results and reserves scattered through the damaged text.
Canberra hosts NSW State team reception at Hotel Kingston with H Green and N P Joseph praising growth of Australian football. Visitors enjoy dance at Hotel Civic and city tour after the gathering as selectors name a strong state side for the match in Canberra.
Canberra representatives impressed at Manuka on Saturday with varied events. Canberran Miller officiated a high level football match, while New South Wales selection talk circulated. The piece notes boxing prospects including Freddy Miller and Mickey Bin and references a controversial horse race protest amid a lively, if error-filled, reporting style.
A lively Canterbury program features races and bouts with crowd action and jeers. Maurice McCarten and Radical! are spotted in juvenile events, while betting is heavy on favourites. In Melbourne fights, Wind and Cheary clash as spectators clash with police.
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