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Newcastle & Lake Macquarie · Sport

Sport, 1930

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Cessnock Cricket Fixtures for

The Newcastle Sun · Monday 27 January 1930 · page 7

The eighth round of cessnock Cricket association's competition will be con[?]lud[?] on Saturday. Fixtures and umpires [?]ve:--…

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Borotra Again French Tennis Title PARIS

The Newcastle Sun · Monday 27 January 1930 · page 9

Jean Borotra has won the indoor French tennis championship tor the sixth time. He defeated in the final Christian Bouss[?]s, 6--2, 6--4, 6--1…

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Racing at Toronto Royal Motor Yacht Club "Double" to Corona

Newcastle Morning Herald and Miners' Advocate · Monday 27 January 1930 · page 10

The speed boat racing at Toronto, under the auspices of the Newcastle branch of the Royal Motor Yacht Club, was again interesting on Saturday. The General…

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Novel Contest New Version of Relay Racing Sea, Land and Air Several Women Competitors LONDON

The Newcastle Sun · Monday 27 January 1930 · page 1

Between 30 and 40 of the most famous British sportswomen will shortly engage in a novel land, air and water race, arranged by the Women's Automobile Sports Club, says the "Weekly Despatch."…

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Stick to Helm Mr. Scullin Won't Resign Reply to A.L.P. Had a Game of Bowls Instead CANBERRA

The Newcastle Sun · Monday 27 January 1930 · page 10

"I have no intention of resigning,", was Mr. Scullin's comment to-day on the report that the result of his refusal to accede to the wishes of the A.L.P. executive for action in the coal dispute might result in a move against him in Caucus to force him to…

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POSTPONED Maitland Athletics

The Newcastle Sun · Monday 27 January 1930 · page 7

Though a fair number of competitors were on the ground, an alblet[?] and cycling carnival, to have been held at East Maitland this afternoon, was…

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Wallsend Regatta Orion Scores Double Racing on the Lake

Newcastle Morning Herald and Miners' Advocate · Tuesday 28 January 1930 · page 2

Two sailing races—a 16-footers' in the morning, and an allcomers' in the afternoon—constituted the programme for Wallsend and Plattsburg Regatta Club's…

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BOWLS Anniversary Pairs

The Newcastle Sun · Tuesday 28 January 1930 · page 4

One of the most successful functions hold on the City green took place yesterday, when an Anniversary Pairs Handicap was held, a and B players were…

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Boxing Edwards v. HARMS

Newcastle Morning Herald and Miners' Advocate · Tuesday 28 January 1930 · page 7

Patrons of the Newcastle Stadium are assured that the twice postponed contest between Billy Edwards and Billy Harms will take place at the Stadium on…

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Ajax Disqualified Regatta at Brisbane BRISBANE

Newcastle Morning Herald and Miners' Advocate · Tuesday 28 January 1930 · page 5

Large crowds witnessed the Australian Natives Association's regatta at Hamilton Reach on the Brisbane River to-day. In the 12ft skiffs handicap two New South…

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Tennis Ladies' Doubles Handicap

Newcastle Morning Herald and Miners' Advocate · Tuesday 28 January 1930 · page 7

On the Hill courts to-morrow afternoon, a ladies' doubles handicap tourney will be held. Play commences at 12.45 p.m. sharp. Bring your own partners…

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SWIMMING Balmoral v. Muswellbrook Keen Contest Meswellbrook

The Newcastle Sun · Tuesday 28 January 1930 · page 8

An interesting swimming contest was field on Anniversary Day at the White Memorial Baths swimming pool, when about 30 members from the Balmoral…

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Cricket Curiosities Lightning Destroys Pitch

The Newcastle Sun · Tuesday 28 January 1930 · page 8

In 1906 the cricket pitch of King Edward's School at…

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To the Rescue Country Players Save N.S.W. Shield Cricket Bradman, Allsopp, McCabe Bat Well SYDNEY

The Newcastle Sun · Tuesday 28 January 1930 · page 5

After a delay of three days the Sheffield Shield match between Victoria and New South Wales, was commenced on Sydney Cricket Ground this morning…

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Swimming Newcastle Surf Club

Newcastle Morning Herald and Miners' Advocate · Wednesday 29 January 1930 · page 4

A 150 yards Stegga's, Ltd., handicap, in conjunction with the C. Hyman, trophy point-score competition, will be conducted at the Ocean Baths this evening. Interest…

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Bowls City Pairs Tournament

Newcastle Morning Herald and Miners' Advocate · Wednesday 29 January 1930 · page 4

The pairs tournament held by the City Bowling Club or their green on Anniversary Day was a pronounced success, and one of the most popular competitions…

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SWIMMING Merewether Club Handicap Carlisle Wins

The Newcastle Sun · Wednesday 29 January 1930 · page 2

Limit man Carlisle (19sec.) won Merewether Surf Club's handicap last night. It was for the trophy given by Tooths, Ltd,…

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Racing News and Notes

The Newcastle Sun · Wednesday 29 January 1930 · page 2

Entries for the Newcastle Jockey Club's February meeting, to he held on Saturday. February 8, close at 4 p. m. to- morrow…

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TENNIS Association Meeting Exhibition Date

The Newcastle Sun · Wednesday 29 January 1930 · page 2

The annual general meeting of the Newcastle District Lawn Tenuis Association will he held during February at the Hamilton Council Chambers. The…

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English Football London, January 27

Newcastle Morning Herald and Miners' Advocate · Wednesday 29 January 1930 · page 5

In the Association Cup replay, Bradford City defeated Wrexham by two goals to one. Blackburn Rovers defeated Leicester City…

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