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Newspaper
Sydney Referee
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Mar 28, 1935
Page
11
Very fine scores were recorded on Sydney courses on Saturday as players who started before Juneh benefited from calmer morning conditions while the westerly wind intensified, reaching near gale force in the afternoon and testing competitors.
The Buckinghams and Garlands opened with 8 up on Baturday ace fast, then after seven holes on Gatur day led by six. Cam meray’s family pairing, with Sup guiding the treworke and Pop steadying, performed strongly at Cammersy Sydney with three holes in one. Wally Morson was the recent notable entrant, chosen Sunday noon, as support dwindled and a weak finish threatened the event.
A lengthy golf report covers Lakes tournament results with Alan Waterson scoring under par, Harry Hattersley shooting 72 and 73 at Kensington, and Jim Farrier at Royal Sydney. It notes Arthur Bettington’s strong play and various open events, handicap debates, and notable performances including Tom Mettay and Buckleghams. The piece mentions Australian contenders, invitational matches, and ongoing hand icap controversies.
A London Daily Express feature cites tension between Australian authorities and Joe Kirkwood over his departure from his homeland for the United States. The piece notes British and American observers discussing reception for Kirkwood and fellow Australians, with references to Sarazen, Ted, and other tour figures, plus coverage of Australian golf events, open tournaments, and club activities in New South Wales and Rose Bay as clubs plan events and prize structures for the season.
The Brisbane Golf Club faces a captaincy vacancy after J N Radcliffe's resignation. Potential successor Thos Hall, veteran golfer and former champion, is favored by committee members. The piece blends club politics with local golf lore and notes on regional tournaments and figures like Keane and others.
A New Zealand golf tour report notes L H Seanley winning easily in a Banney Doon C qualifier amid public relations tensions. J S Pike leads the field, while the Dominion tour faces criticism from The New Zealand Referee over publicity choices. Wellington results crown J L Black with a 30 total, ahead of W G Clark and others in a closely contested champions contest. Bryan Sill fails in round two as the event highlights ongoing development concerns.
In Victoria low markers shine on Melbourne courses Batundas with W A Tolgir at Commonwealth and H F Payne at Victoria delivering strong rounds. Tolgir set the pace with a 36 on front and 39 back, while Payne clinched the monthly medal with a 70 after a steady 36 34 split. Strong putting and solid handling under the new system mark the day as a notable scoring showcase.
In windy conditions at Calvert Royal Canberra Golf Club held a four-ball best-ball event par for the course. Winners were B W Parrubhar and P Wace Diarmid with strong final rounds. notable players included Jonas and Garagak with Jack Fletcher.
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