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Newspaper
Coffs Harbour Advocate
Location
Coffs Harbour, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jan 07, 1949
Page
3
The public support and larger prize money are crucial for Coffs Harbour racing. Club efforts yield good courses and bids, but small field sizes threaten future success. Jockey Club President R J Garrett cites Ballina and Port Macquarie clashes and limited Coast accommodations as key factors.
About 80 relatives and friends attended the coming of age party for Leith Watkin, hosted by Mr and Mrs R L Watkin at Roslyn. The evening featured games a card tournament and a birthday cake from Mrs R R Matten with 21 candles and speeches of best wishes for Leith’s future.
Bill Harrison defeated Bob Gorton 31 to 17 to defend the Coffs Club Singles Championship after leading early on but trailing at several points. Social results followed with multiple victory margins and mixed pairs listed in the holiday event coverage.
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