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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jun 24, 1947
Page
6
Rupanyup notches its first win of the season as Nhill struggles with accuracy in a 14 point victory. Warracknabeal holds top spot after trailing Ararat early while five home sides win in a tight round.
The Wimmera League tribunal chaired by V Rabi J Whitty and J Saunders handled two Friday night cases. A charge against Horsham field umpire Robinson for remarks was dismissed after the Horham Club's objection over reporting power was upheld. Tassell of Ararat was found guilty of striking Hoffmann of Dimboola and suspended for two Saturdays. The tribunal also ruled the press should not be admitted, breaking a long standing precedent. Delegates must decide whether football news is to be released officially or through papers.
The Horsham and Quantong seconds clash produced strong tempo with Horsham taking a 30 point edge late in the third, while Quantong rallied in parts. Goal scorers included Mills and Weinstock for Horsham with key plays by Reidy and McLintosh. Natimuk edged Piney in a tight contest 35 to 43 while Natimuk claimed the closer win.
Horsham and District RSL played at home and won the toss, then built a lead with Lane and Mathews scoring early. RSL led 4 3 to 3 behinds after the first term, held a strong advantage at halftime, and finished 70 to 155 in a windy, high scoring match.
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