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Newspaper
Prahran Chronicle
Location
Prahran, Victoria, Australia
Date
Dec 20, 1902
Page
3
A Melbourne meeting of cycling men agreed on forming a union to protect riders interests watch cash legislation and raise a fund to aid incapacitated riders. They planned a race meeting early next year to bolster funds with Mayr Taylor possibly racing and other clubs sending riders and supplies.
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The fragment reports a Melbourne region bowling event with teams such as Armadale Prahran Hawthorn and Kew in wet conditions. It notes uncertain results and expected winners Melbourne Armadale Richmond Union and Prahran, with matches affected by the sodden surface and weather.
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