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Newspaper
Sydney Referee
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Nov 21, 1935
Page
8
Aviation notes recount a London to Cape Town attempt and a forceful emergency parachute exit. A desertered plan named Boomerang is recalled and W Scott departs from stunt writing. It notes a 232 mph aeroplane and 16 000 feet altitude, while three famed aircraft are placed in national museums.
In Australia the Light Car Club of NSW joins with the RAC to form a joint structure to control and stage motor sport events. W. Bradley leads the RAC as president, coordinating arrangements for shared venues and contests. The union aims to elevate competition and unify governing bodies with event plans kicking in early next month. The season features midget off racing and a premier teams event between local and overseas riders.
The article profiles Jean Batten rising among top female pilots after joining two renowned aviators for a solo South America to Africa run. It notes her bold public image, calculated poise, and the impact of her England Australia flight on her status as a leading air navigator.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe an event by the Newcastle Automobile Club with courses of about a mile and a half, plants of variety, and no secret controls just bonnet seals. It mentions two classes and a high price, with funds over 3000 cep, indicating a large turnout and organized competition.
The Victorian Sporting Car Club announces a 116 mile New Year’s Day race on the Row circuit used by the Australian Race Drivers’ Club in Melbourne. The event is a handicap race open to engines of any capacity for the Victorian Sporting Car Club trophy.
Entries rose on Danerber nights as two events avoided clashes. Empire and National Speedways held meat lots on Saturday night in two waves, preserving seating and schedules while the Wentworth event resumed. The agreement ends the scheduling conflict.
A Tuesday Wentworth meeting drew a sparse crowd. An accident in the second heat of the triangular race involving Aggett, Hampasa, and Galjar nla led to a high speed wreck when Aggett lost control at 62 mph. The car pierced the fence, injuring two spectators slightly and causing major damage. Moran Hansen delivered a strong Wentworth debut with a lap record, while Gannon set a faster overall time, and adjustments to cars improved performance. Charlia Spurgeon started strong but stopped with an engine issue. Lee Burrows watched from the sidelines after his earlier crash.
Sydney distributor TR Williams to market an exciting new cycle named the P and R Reports 70. The model aims at motor cyclists switching to a car like ride, with a special body and high speed potential. Williams also takes over LG’s Sydney distribution to expand offerings.
The Kursaal Theatre presents a drama of country life titled Angel orling at Warsaw Tisnetra on November 24 with a special invitation performance of A Woman in Bugineva on November 8. Event draws large crowds for peatlews weeks and features Beott Alex- Kni¢r Ie aenin as cast.
The opening night at Olympic Park reveals drivers unaccustomed to the new hard-packed gravel surface. Skids and crashes mar the event as racers struggle to adapt, with Arthur Jees tearing into the fence and causing minor injuries but thrilling the crowd. England’s midget-car champ Revilla misses a display due to a rough launch.
A confusing OCR fragment describes a threat involving a person named Dusty Haigh. Friends and MPs react with questions about the threat. A naked throat wound is mentioned but details are unclear. The piece reads like a chaotic, partially legible incident note with dramatic framing.
A new ouffle named vehicle debuts on the OSimple Fork track as drivers Beavis and Dentry steal the show with sharp handling and smart tyre pressure plays. Beavis, Beovian, and Williamsen lead a field that includes Shaw, Pentry, Rooker, Blyes, and others as match races loom.
A garbled report notes a ten way radio conversation between Buenos Aires and a car at 40 mph, mentions a 6000 mile distance in America, and European car firms testing rotary valve engines. National Squadwave opens December 7 at Newcastle Sports Ground with Newcastle Motor R E O. Tosnieht Thompson and Bal Birde to demonstrate on the Cree.
The article reviews Jack Milne and brother Gordon Milne in Australia. It highlights Jack Milne’s standout performance, distinctive riding style, and a late lap record near Pearce. mentions other riders and crashes including Sullway and Sovrotan, plus a shift to track gear and future racing plans as Americans impress crowds at the Empire Speedway.
The report notes the Taugan Aircraft Coy Gannet ready for delivery, with pilots Taylor Heath and Scott involved in trials and modifications. It covers related Gannets, other aircraft in production, and the broader Australian aviation development amid limited success.
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