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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

May 17, 1958

Page

11

Close Tussle Looms in Inter-town League Showdown

Canberra gears for a tight test as Yass clash looms with selection notes highlighting A Harrington and Kevin front row roles. Ted Tasker debuts as hooker allowing Ray Southwell to move to the centres, while juniors are named to face Goulburn.

Hawke Canberra Payn Hamill Papal Trad Yass A. Harrington Avery Hewn Norha Pia Paling Ceck Fee Allan Harrington Seras Kevin Ted c Tasker Ray Southwell Snaugh W. Pascoe B. Gun M. Y Goulburn

1960 Olympic Games May Be Streamlined

The International Olympic Committee met in Tokyo and moved to cut entries and gold medals for the 1960 Games. A reduction in track and field events was discussed as a likely step to cut costs and participants, with no final decision yet.

Tokyo A.A. Reuter International Olympic Committee Ate Av- Test Brundage

Queanbeyan Dog Selections Maiden Stakes Fields

Greyhounds listed for Saturday afternoon Maiden Stakes include Acid Action Glitter, Jame Guy, O Dream and Wraigh Rally among contenders. Bookmakers expect a tight finish with multiple betting options for Queanbeyan racegoers.

Queanveyan Greyhounds Acid Action Glitter Jame Guy O Dream

Australians to Race for Miracle Mile on Grass Track

Australians prepare for a Miracle Mile duel on a grass surface in a major U S meeting expected to feature a sub four minute time. The grassy track may affect pace and footing as contenders seek a fast finish.

United States

Unknowns Bowls Final At City Green

Unknowns will contest the final at City Green on Monday after semi finals thrilled the crowd. Ted Smith of Merrylands and Lewis of NSW, both recent entrants, prevailed over rivals including Double Bay and Illawarra Leagues players in a high profile Biliars event.

Sydney Will Cament City Green Ted Terrigal Fred of

Demons and Rebels Set For 6.30 PM Showdowns In Goulburn

Five teams are slated to play Monday night at the Goulburn basketball courts starting 6.20 PM. Matches include Demons versus Y. 3 at 6.30, EMC Ty Rebels 1 versus 125, and Rebels against Y.M.C. Also listed are A and B grade results from last night, Eagles 56 Rebels 62 after extra time.

Rm.c Demons EMC Ty Rebels Customs Rebels Sages Y.mc Goulburn Spate Ie Bai Particle YMCA Eagles

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