TRACK AND FIELD
WANGANUI CLUB TWILIGHT MEETING Ideal conditions prevailed for the Wanganui Amateur Athletic and Cycling Club’s championship meeting on Cook’s Gardens last evening. Outstanding performances were recorded by R. Harris, the 17-year-old runner, who won the mile by a clear margin, and M. Shewan and A. G. Darby, who came first and second, respectively, in the high jump. Particularly meritorious was the veteran Darby’s jump of sft. 4in., as it equalled his best effort. Results were:— 220 Yards Handicap (Pridham Cup). —Stewart (20 yards) 1, R. Burbush (14) 2, M. Shewan (11) 3. One Mile (Zinox Cup).—R. Harris (100) 1, P. Wallace 130) 2, G. Bills (60) 3. Hammer Throw.—S. Nolan, 121 ft. 4 in., 1; J. Wilson, 58ft. 7in., 2; R. Prince 56ft. lin„ 3. High Jump.—M. Shewan, sft. 4Un., 1; A. J. Darby, fit. 4in., 2; k. Stewart, sft. lin., 3. 1000 Metre Cycle Time Trial.—F. Clinton (Imin. 20 l-ssec.) 1, H. Taylor (Imin. 21 l-ssec.) 2, E. Head (Imin. 21 3-5) 3. Five Miles Human-paced Cycle.—l. Danielson 1, G. Broadbent 2.
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Wanganui Chronicle, Volume 83, Issue 27, 3 February 1939, Page 4
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176TRACK AND FIELD Wanganui Chronicle, Volume 83, Issue 27, 3 February 1939, Page 4
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