Reminiscences Highlight Early Australian Football Star
The week recalls Bil Clarke known as Splinter for his speed and sprinter’s pace in football. He rose from school team to senior club, later representing Longreach in inter-town matches. The piece notes other fast players like Pred O Rourke and Ernie O Rourke and mentions regional cricket and upcoming Rockhampton events with New South Wales.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bil
Clarke
Uie
Sydney
Pred O'Rourke
Ernie O'Rourke
Tom Pyne
Ijlacks
Sonior
Pire Brigade
Longreach
Rockbanepton
New South Wales
Rockhampton
Townsville
Queensland
Shank Cricky Clu
Cricka Asociation
Shooters Tackle Wind Shifts in Askern Trophy rounds
Wind changes troubled shooters at Longreach Rifle Range as second round scores dipped. R. G. Fisher junior led with 97 and Handicap honours. E. McCullagh close behind. Best 600 and 800/900 yard marks cited for Fisher, Lawson, Coleman, and others. Third round set for next week over 800 and 900 yards.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Longreach
Wood
R. G. Fisher Jun
E. McCullagh
Fisher
R. G. Fisher
V. Lawson
A. Coleman
Evanston Cup Shoots At Ilfracombe
Evanston Cup events drew 23 competitors at the Tfracomb range with A and B Grade trophies. E H Stewart won A Grade by five points, while W Hooli han led B Grade with 40 and Mercer as donor received the cup. Mears and Duncombe returned after an absence.
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Ilfracombe
Tfracomb
Althout
E. H. Stewart
W. Hoolihan
E. W. Mercer
Mears
W. F. Duncombe
Juniors Maintain Their Good Form in Inter Town Victory
Longreach under 18s defeated Blackall 31 nil in an inter town match on Sunday. Blackall faced injuries with three players out, yet Longreach dominated from 12 nil at halftime. Standouts included McNeil Camden Wilkerson Heslin and Halliday with Halliday scoring and Wilkerson assisting as Blackall lost key players Hannan Venardos and Jones.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Longreach
Blackall
Bilsckall
A. Venardos
J. Jones
C. Hannan
R. Smith
R. Heslin
R. McNeil
C. Camden
D. Halliday
Oe Wilkerson
Cc. Wilkerson
Wakefield
Clarke
Mirage and Choppy Wind at Hughenden
Mirage and strong winds disturb Hughenden airfield as crews report unclear visibility and rough conditions. A pilot identified as Wiles described difficult gusts complicating takeoffs and landings amid shifting dust.
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Hughenden
Bridle Helps Swan Make Correct Weight at Weigh-In
Officials crowded the scales as Swan used a bridle to meet the required weight. The bridle proved decisive, settling the dispute and allowing the horse to compete.
Archie Keane Here Conducts Golf Clinic in Longreach
Professional golfer Archie Keane arrives in Longreach for a week long stay after touring Barcaldine and Blackall. Club members praise his teaching ability and arrange lessons through club captain Colin Young. An all day golf clinic starts at 9 18 am on Sunday with a call for punctual attendance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Archie Keane
Central West
Longreach
Keane
Barcaldine and
Blackall
Colin Young
Blackall Extends Unbeaten Run With 33 3 Victory
Blackall Rugby League overwhelmed Longreach 33 to 3 in a dominant display. The home side conceded nine tries as Blackall blazed from the start, using backs and forwards to press relentlessly. Skipper Mick Irwig provided key inspiration as Blackall’s cohesive attack punished opponents in a fast, clean contest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Blackall
Longreach
Mick [Rwig
Blackall Defeats Longreach Behind Strong Defense and Tries
Blackall built an early 18 point lead as Green and Roberts scored tries and Roberts added goals. Longreach fought back with Turnbull and Bunt tries, but Blackall’s defense held. Irwin Hauff and teammates supported a dominant performance as Blackall showed depth and clear control.
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Roberts
Longreach
Balderson
Doug Davis
Blackall
Symons
Green
Irvine
Turnbull
Bymons
J. Hauff
Budd
Douglas
Bole Longreach
Bunt
Col Hauff
Duspliny
Irwin
M. Hauff
Halftree
Quigley
Tyrnbull
Binouall
Ray Budd
Ssoebampia
Hay
Celv
Mnotud
Bucheater
Weena Green
Irving
Hauff
Roberta
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By Lee
Gricko
Y. Shannon
Awateur Race Club
Rae
Glenaras
Iusee
Brignt Gighn
Whitch
Tom Goodman
G. Fisher Sans
al A Coleman
Goward
Lawson G Craig
E Olver
A. Isaacs
Matthews
G. Fisher
D Fisher
M. G. Park
P. Rawlins
D. Coward
Stewart
N. D. Cochrane
McMaster
Oo Hootthan
H. T. Smith
Wil
C. Wy. Strat
Queen Street
Brisbane
Balderson Rochester
Coven
Essen
Gordon, Gibson & CO
P.O
Eagle Street
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