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Newspaper
Toodyay Herald
Location
Toodyay, Western Australia, Australia
Date
May 31, 1935
Page
2
The left side shows group grid marks for horses Gundwood Belaway Park Canning Park Tart Club at Govngood and May lists. The guide explains form symbols 0 1 2 L MLM B C and notes standings in last fast meetings. Dragonet and other runners appear in the entry alongside trainer and owner references.
In football action East Perth beat Fast Fremantle 103 to 88 as Fremantle totalled 103 88 and West Perth defeated South Fremantle 82 to 98 at Fremantle. Subiaco edged Victoria Park 125 to 102 while Claremont beat Swan Districts 97 to 84 after a tight tussle and Swans fell to Claremont. Leading goalkickers include G Doig and F Jennings with Bee and P Lockyer also noted.
A garbled report outlines Ascot racing plans for Monday June 3 with a program featuring the three quarter mile turf event and the Empire Handicap for two year olds. The text mentions Touchwood Gaey and Pilerin as contenders with betting implications amid broader breeding concerns.
The two day winter meeting at Ascot ends the 1934 35 season on the WA T C course. Saturday features the Winter Handicap the Flying Handicap and races for jumpers and two year olds with many well performed entries. The meeting includes top contenders like Manolivy and Night 82 with several others showing recent form and aiming for strong finishes.
Race card outlines events at Albert Park with handicaps and estimates for features including Mandurah Handicap and Penguin Handicap. Noted contenders include Flaming Star Winged Eagle Golden Image and Lady Wold along with Peter Perry and Tremical in a crowded field.
A fragmented notice mentions happiness, an investment returning soon, and the No. 28 Charities Consultation now open. It lists tickets at 2/6 with first prize of 2000 Fyore Hicker. The rest includes advertiser requests and rent reminders.
Australia’s McGeath defeated Gaildsebaide while Gentien fell to Turner as Quist advanced past Gentien in the second round. In women’s play, McGrath faced strong resistance before defeating Crassford. Turnbull improved and ousted Bonte as the event neared its later stages.
The report notes Menzel in strong form during the Fene angles championship, with details on heats involving Quist and other competitors. An incident caused a suspension as Quist collapsed after a strong attack. a year old Frenely fainted, and Wis passed due to an injury.
The London Daily Telegraph reports France’s Davis Cup squad, led by J Borotra, preparing for a major clash with Australia and seeking standout performances. The piece notes possible retirements and coaching decisions as players eye the forthcoming World Cup era competition in 1930s context.
An eight event program closes the Perth trotting season on Saturday night featuring top form candidates. Proceeds support the Jubilee Appeal for Youth Maternal and Infant Welfare with the WA Trotting Association and Appeal committees backing the drive. Main event includes the Prince of Wales Handicap and a strong finish expected. Maori Star and Duke Land noted among contenders.
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