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Newspaper
Sunshine Advocate
Location
Sunshine, Victoria, Australia
Date
Nov 22, 1929
Page
7
A fragmented cricket report notes changes in standings and points as the season progresses. The column highlights expected consequences of the new system and mentions clubs such as MV and PACU in the context of early season performance.
The fragmentary OCR reads like a mixed sports score note with names such as MUIR Ay, Houston, Craddock, Dempster and Barker. It mentions innings and bowling figures but lacks coherent structure, dates, teams, or a clear final result. The readable bits suggest a match summary but are too incomplete to confirm specifics.
The LOOT won the toss and erratically chased the Druids tally as L Christie led with 23 and K Malcom tallied 46 while S Donald and T Melntyre starred for the Druids with bowling breakthroughs and a high total score. Details list multiple batsmen and dismissals across five innings, highlighting Donal’s bowling and Barnett’s bowling double.
Shire President or Ralph McKay will formally open the ER Park Sporting Carnival on Saturday December 7. A large gathering from adjoining municipalities is hoped. The program features a 100 yards foot race and a cycling event plus other contests. Entry fees go to the social fund, with details via Mr. Hoberts at the Set Gyele Works, Foutscray.
After contests for several offices at Abie Lede’s last meeting, the following were elected for six months: president A. Griteh, treasurer Maye, secretary Coulter, and other officers. A light refreshments were served. the next meeting is November 26 to discuss the list of posts and plans.
A local board discussion on governance features a speaker urging expert leadership while criticizing current members for pay and inefficiency. The remarks highlight a call for expert stewardship, noting alleged perks and limited oversight, with reference to county weekend activities and a general tone of reform.
Hewitt and McIntyre open with 42 extras in the first innings while Laffan and McIntyre take early wickets. Druids bowled out for 4 in the second innings as O Loughlin and Barnet fall to Donald who finishes with 4 for 1, McIntyre and Owens claimed wickets.
A fragmented local sports note describes Deer Park players at Kimpton's on Saturday with J Chambers and Jordan posting scores and notable fielding. It references Lua fielding, St Ferry's progress, and surprising bowling by an unnamed scorer, with a messy wicket tally and brief mentions of out/not out status.
Spalding and Sunshine Harvesters played in bad weather with Sunshine Harvesters batting first scoring 106 (26) and 0 for Prewelt Watkins. Porter's leadership aided Spaldings after captain Porter retired due to injury. Spaldings lost four wickets. teas were served by the ladies committee. Barrackers cheered despite poor weather. Match to resume Saturday March 2 with Spaldings hopeful for a second win.
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