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Newspaper
Sydney Referee
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 29, 1921
Page
7
Kirkwood surges into the lead at Gleneagles with a strong round, defying rivals including Mitchell and Watson as crowds watch the dramatic British Open chase. An opening around 73 sets pace, with a 46s swing and key bunker play shaping the final turns.
The Randwick shooting event drew many clubs amid a windy, cool afternoon. Competitors posted varied scores with several shooters posting high totals including 67 of 70 by J Jackson and other notable results from Gooper Budety and G Stanvon.
The Randwick Literary Society and Randwick Club report on a sequence of handicap events and championships. Key figures include A Nelson and others as apparent organizers and competitors. The article notes prize totals and forthcoming meetings in Britain and Australia, with references to Melbourne and Sydney venues and aggregate results.
A desultory report from London describes Kirkwood and associates watching a "professional" golf event, with references to players such as French and Kirkwood, distances of drives around 800 yards, course changes at Sea View, and speculation on Kirkwood’s form. It mentions crowds, practice, and opinions on future prospects amid weather and travel details.
Cyclists from Australia excel in an indoor Velodrome event in New York area news, with Erskine suffering a bad fall while racing. The piece details McNamara’s crash, McBeath winning the five mile race, Ray Eaton taking the five mile event, and Jackie Clarke leading American racers in a May meet. The report notes Australian riders’ strong performances and mentions upcoming amateur events and riders such as Kinleveide and Joe Carnully.
The article details upcoming performances and openings at Melbourne theatres. It notes July debuts at the Prince's and Criterion venues, including a new comedy Aduer and Eva, with plans for Little Whopper and Domino in Melbourne. It highlights Norma Talmadge film "The Mirae National" and various Broadway and Australian acts presented by Wilkie Bard, Evelina, and Mischa Leviteki, plus ongoing runs at Her Majesty's and the Kings Theatre.
The clipping covers RLACA secretary Morgan Ahe noting hotel arrangements for early arrivals and a push to fund road improvements. It lists motor show entries and vehicles, including BSA, Buick, Chevrolet, and Indian models, with details on subscriptions and expected outcomes. It cites upcoming tours, race timings, and a July event schedule in Victoria and Wagga Wagga, noting budget targets and a memorial fund.
Fragmented report notes several rugby and tennis results including Carlton drawing with Teceer and others, plus New Zealanders beating Australia 6-3. Mentions Ipswich cup and upcoming events at Angaw. Rain affected play. names and places are partially garbled but indicate a busy sports Saturday with multiple codes and teams.
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