Crawford's great tennis triumph over Vines at Wimbledon
In a five set Wimbledon final, Australian Jack Crawford defeated Ellsworth Vines 4 6 11 9 6 2 6 2 11 9, claiming the world’s top title amid a 14 000 strong crowd. Crawford’s better service, superb volleys, and consistent play sealed the victory, ending an 11 year wait for an Australian Wimbledon champion and boosting Australia’s Davis Cup prospects.
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Australian Press Corrects Crayfurd Victory At Wimbledon
A corrected Australian report praises Crayfurd for the greatest performance in the championships, noting a tightly contested match with Vines who could have won before fall. Crawford triumphs 6 5, then 4 4, overcoming nervy holds and key breaks to claim the set and match as the crowd salutes Wimbledon tradition.
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Crawford Edges Vines In Australia Tennis Match
The report details Crawford and Vines in a hard fought final where Crawford used a policy of preventing Vines from the net with precise passing shots and strong drive. Vines, though ambitious, adapts to a steadier, formidable challenge. Results include multiple doubles and mixed doubles legs with notable players such as Helen Wills Moody and international competitors. Riverina native Lach Crawford hailed after victory.
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Australia
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Rookes First Australian to Win Wimbledon Title
The record notes Rookes as the first Australian to win Wimbledon in 1907 with a second triumph later. It recounts Anthony Wilding’s WWI death and success, Ly Patterson’s 1919 and 1982 wins, and Crawford as the only other Australian winner since, with last year’s semifinal results showing Vines defeating Crawford 6-3 6-8.
Davis Cup Prospects Stir As Team Support Questioned
In Sydney on Saturday tennis officials weighed Crawford’s Davis Cup chances. Anderson doubted sufficient teammate backing would ease the strain on Crawford, while others expressed confidence in his showing and echoed mixed views on doubles. The Curle Club scene framed the debate among authorities.
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State Tax Reductions Foreseen by Premier Stevens
Premier Stevens announced at a joint ministerial meeting that broad state tax cuts are likely. The plan aims to reduce wages tax, general income taxation, customs duties, rail freight, and tyres while preserving free speech and proposing railway finance reforms including capital reduction.
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Railways Department
Unclear Unemployment Report From NSW Figures
Fragmented OCR text reports unemployment registrations in New South Wales showing a decrease by end of June. Figures mention 120,000 and 201,000 with unclear context and dates. Source quality limits precise interpretation.
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Flight to England Wood Attacks Record Fast Trip
The West Australian airman Jas Woods reached Singapore after a rapid flight then departed for Alor Star. The overseas journey set a pace for swift military aviation tied to a record time in a fast trip to Singapore.
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Jas. Woods
Alor Star
Wool prices rise twenty percent at London sale
London wool sales opened Tuesday with a 20 percent advance in prices. The season average reached 8 4d 3 1b, about £21 5s 7d per bale, as offerings mainly consisted of additions and various lots.
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Wool Boom Expected to Lift Bradford Tops
Bradford topmakers anticipate that three quarter tops will be reached before the current wool rise. Tops have already passed 2/6 and 3/ is expected before the Australian sales opening on August 20 with higher figures planned later.
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Bradford
Sellers' Favor London Sales Boost Across Regions
In London on Friday Contley's offered 10 353 bales including 488 X3 W 862 Queensland 1139 Victoria and 7032 New Zealand lots with approximately MGh4 sold. The buoyant tone persisted as active home and continental competition supported prices, with strong selling favor noted.
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Victoria
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Wool Year Record in Australia Sales Soar
Record wool year in Australia shows value of 84,410,327 pounds from sales of 2,000,760 lots, surpassing the previous season's 2,963,150 pounds. It marks the first time in Commonwealth history that annual wool sales exceeded two billion units in value.
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Australia
CommonWealth
Royal Wedding Anniversary Signals King’s 80th Year
Royal celebration marks the king’s long reign and his 80th anniversary. The occasion highlights royal duties, public duties, and continued tradition within the royal household. Local observers note ceremonial duties and national pride surrounding the milestone.
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