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Newspaper
Longreach Leader
Location
Longreach, Queensland, Australia
Date
Aug 01, 1952
Page
20
The Department of Health and Home Affairs and The Council have scheduled a Central Western Championships in Barcaldine. Event planned for September and will involve regional health and sporting officials coordinating the meet.
At the annual meeting held July 16 the B C R C reported revenue growth for 1950/51. Lennonsky receipts were £2846/3/7, vs £5915/10/5 prior, with the year closing to a credit balance of £92/16/3. The club completed course improvements costing £2002/18/3 and added stalls and bookstands at £193.14/6 and £100/10/11. Final membership reached 123 from 11 previous year, eight race meetings were held, prize money doubled, Easter meeting set a record with £1000 in prizes. The secretary praised contributors and recommended life membership for Mr. McBride.
The Queensland Racing Association warns bookmakers to field as required or risk license review at a Barcaldine executive meeting. W C George granted license from Aug 1 1952. A L Schofield denied. Delegates appointed for Brisbane conference. Barcaldine notes include finance figures, registrations, and upcoming race dates across several clubs.
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