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Hunter Valley · Sport

Sport, 1946

2,726 stories in Hunter Valley's papers · page 44 of 137

Tennis. Association Tennis

Dungog Chronicle : Durham and Gloucester Advertiser · Tuesday 30 April 1946 · page 2

The competition had glorious weather for the opening day's play and keen tennis was played on all courts, for the various cups…

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Kurri Golf

The Cessnock Eagle and South Maitland Recorder · Tuesday 30 April 1946 · page 6

Kuril Kuril golfers held a par handicap at the week end in conjunction with the point score competition, which resulted: A Faterson 11-square R…

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£1000 in Hand for Memorial Direct and Press Appeal for Contributions. Big Week to be Planned—Welcome Home, Racing, Cocktail Party, Ball

The Muswellbrook Chronicle · Tuesday 30 April 1946 · page 1

It was reported at a meeting of the War Memorial Committee held last night that £1000 was already in sight for the Memorial Fund. Cr. R. Clendinning headed the list of private subscriptions with £100. One delegate said he felt that money would come in freely when the…

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Bowls

Singleton Argus · Wednesday 1 May 1946 · page 3

The following bowlers have been drawn to play as follows on Saturday next:— SINGLES CHAMPIONSHIP…

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Golf

Singleton Argus · Wednesday 1 May 1946 · page 3

Following is the draw for Saturday next In connection with Singleton Golf Club's first President's Cup (par handicap 18 holes);…

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Rugby League Auxiliary

Maitland Mercury · Wednesday 1 May 1946 · page 2

A meeting of the Rugby League Auxiliary was held on Tuesday night, the president (Mrs. Knight) being in the chair…

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Bowls for Legacy Club

Maitland Mercury · Wednesday 1 May 1946 · page 3

On Saturday afternoon next the Lorn Park Bowling Club will conduct a rink tournament for the Legacy Club’s appeal. Players…

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Move To Change Name Of Football Control

Singleton Argus · Wednesday 1 May 1946 · page 3

At the meeting of Singleton and District Rugby Football League on Monday night, notice of motion was given, which, if…

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Football On Anzac Day Council To Make Inquiries

Maitland Mercury · Wednesday 1 May 1946 · page 2

In reply to a question asked by Aid, A. S. McDonald at the meeting , of the Maitland City Council last night, the Mayor (Aid. H. T…

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Boxing Budget From Branxton

Maitland Mercury · Thursday 2 May 1946 · page 7

Next Saturday night Billy Burdon and the fighting Trunks— Toby and Teddy—appear on the bill at Newcastle Stadium, Local…

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Races At Jewry’s Plains

Maitland Mercury · Thursday 2 May 1946 · page 5

SINGLETON, Thursday. — At meeting of the Jerry’s Plains Jockey Club, it was decided to conducted a race meeting at Jerry’s…

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Rabaul Races Full Results and Dividends

Maitland Mercury · Thursday 2 May 1946 · page 7

From Pte. M. C. Avard. of the 12th Army Troops Coy at Rabaul. comes a request that we publish the results of Rabaul Army Race…

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Coursing

The Muswellbrook Chronicle · Friday 3 May 1946 · page 8

Draw for dog meeting to be held at Muswellbrook Showground on Saturday afternoon, 4th. May:— MAIDEN STAKE, 300 Yards: Jerry…

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Golf

The Muswellbrook Chronicle · Friday 3 May 1946 · page 4

The Merriwa Gulf Club opened their season on Sunday last on the local course when there was a large gathering present. Details of the play are…

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Tennis

The Scone Advocate · Friday 3 May 1946 · page 1

It has been decided by the Scone and District Tennis Association to resume play for the Challenge-Cup. The teams must consist of registered…

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Football

Dungog Chronicle : Durham and Gloucester Advertiser · Friday 3 May 1946 · page 2
Also in The Scone Advocate, The Scone Advocate

At Stroud, on Saturday last, the local football team defeated Stroud by 11 points to 5 points. The attendance at the ground was…

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Golf Fixtures

The Muswellbrook Chronicle · Friday 3 May 1946 · page 1

Saturday: 18 holes Stableford handicap. Sunday afternoon:—Four ball best ball v. par, players to select own…

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Golf Club

The Scone Advocate · Friday 3 May 1946 · page 2

The recent rain has had the effect of delaying the opening day of the Aberdeen Golf Club. The greens which had been prepared…

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