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Newspaper
Sydney Referee
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 12, 1935
Page
3
An unclear local sports note highlights Pat Norton as a rising talent with junior and sub junior competitions mentioned. The fragmentary text references Peter Poblen and Bol Wilshire in Sydney context, noting heats and age groups but contains many garbled phrases and missing details.
Remarkable performances at Balmoral revealed top Australian swimmers challenging overseas marks. Mentions include Miss Morten and Miss Norton contending with international greats, while local stars such as Arnold and Cornish shined in junior and senior events. The Ladies Association prepared a large program for Coogee Aquarium, with dozens of entries across junior and senior races, diving, and handicap events.
A F Price general secretary of the Rowrl Mater Yvett Glah died from injuries in a New Savi Head Road accident. He joined motor boating as an outboard enthusiast, built the craft Miss Radp, won the B class NBAV championship, and helped double club membership while pushing finances to a solid position before his death. His funeral was well attended by aquatic figures.
Queensland will again be represented by Victor III after a decisive victory in the final teat race at Drisbene on Saturday. Shane won two heats to secure a spot, but N Maellan opted not to travel. Aberdare claimed the Latent Time title in a tight field, with Majorle Too, Dove, and Betty among notable performances in wind conditions at the Brisbane race.
In motor boating news the Miss Vicwary hull was scorched and engine damaged as Viceroy racers including SRA Hoss claimed wins. The Broken Bay branch marks the Horseshoe Cove clubhouse opening, a modern boathouse praised for storage and entertainment, with plans for a Christmas event and Port Hacking racing festivities drawing Sydney boat owners.
The Scot College of Sydney defeated Scotch College Melbourne in Melbourne on December 7. Sydney posted 362 with strong contributions from G. Richardson 58 and G. Seecombe 27. Scotch reply featured notable defending by G. Heo and Rimington with several players contributing, while G. Steele excelled in fielding. Captains and lineup notes say The Scots College aims to reassemble seven players next season under Thane’s leadership.
Ariki, sailing for Greenwich Flying Squadron, earned the right to represent DS1 in the Life national championship at Briabere during the Olviatman and New Fear holidays. The second of three late race events featured a vivid finish as Ariel won by seven seconds over White Olona in C2, with Reform third and Hakemer fourth. Erik Woes showed strong pace for a potential State title.
Report highlights Rosa and Dawy Qilaton from Bondi delivering top turns in a club 65 yards handicap. Young Towles, only 10, shows rapid progress under Claude Bealrool as he thrives in crawl and diving events. A remarkable rise for a beginner, with notable performances from sisters and peers in the Bondi swimming circle.
The Sydney Harbor regatta drew record crowds as the NS 18 Footers League hosted racing on Sunday. Crowded ferries and launches followed the action while "X-WESTERN AUSTRALIAN" notes strong finishes in the 18 Footers class with yachts like "Gloria" and "Yendyah" competing and "Ace" highlighted in the national scene.
The Jubilee Cup features three favored yachts Norn Windward and Wanderer in heavy cruiser class. Norman Walter tests Wanderer Isade, while Richard Windeyer’s Blue Bird and others compete. Nora wins RPAYC mentor Une Culwulla trophy. conditions light with east wind and incoming tide.
A fragment describes sailing Sunday afternoon at Circular Quay with fares for adults and children. It lists locations including Lavendar Dmy Mcnohon's Point Garilog Bhreat and Aventa0 amonico Bey with prices and a jetty at No 3 Jetty.
R M Y C handicapper resigns after years of service and the club looks to appoint a successor. The report notes the transition within the Motor Yacht Club of NET and mentions key figures B A Dempsey and L A D Free Gem 3 Meropeey, with officers highlighting expertise in boating and administration.
G Olsen dominates the New South Wales cadet alpine championship, winning in three straight beats and emerging as the state’s rising star. He is expected to lead at interstate races for the Stencharen Cup next month. Also noted is the near-win by Sesmo, with Omide from Clarke’s Sctrel and T G Munce’s Witch attempting a second victory.
Morning out with Bondi Swimming and Surf Club figures includes Doerust a water polo player, Harry Steele bright in season, Claude Seabrook noted for balance and training, Phil Gospchalk popular for briny travel, and Rothe Bansingthwaite at 11 years old already showing substantial talent.
Ross Quinton, an 18 year old prodigy, captured Bondi Club's 110 yards championship as top enthusiasts tracked the race. Brian Courlew is praised for leadership in surf life saving circles, while Arsdens Campsell impressed with a 50 year dash time, signaling a bright future for the club.
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