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Leinster Leader, Saturday June 20, 1903, Page 1
(Advertisements)
Motor Race Announcements.
THE MOTOR RACE.
AUGHNAHILLA, STRADBALLY.
Magnificent Position for Spectators, near famous Rock of Dunamace
and immediately overlooking Course. Unbroken stretch of seven miles
plainly visible to naked eye, with glasses cars can be kept in view
for thirteen miles of fastest stretches. Select, compact, and well
fenced site. Absolute safety. Tea and Coffee at moderate charges
on ground. Access off Course up to 6 a.m. After 6 a.m. from Dysart
Old Church, 3 miles from Maryborough Station. Inspection invited.
Tickets, from 2s. 6d. to 7s. 6d., from Nicholas Lalor, Aughnahilla,
Stradbally, Queen’s County, or from Gaze and Jessop, Auctioneers,
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RUSSELLSTOWN GRAND STAND, 1½ miles from Athy; best position
on course; cars can be seen for three miles and will pass Stand seven
times during race. Tickets, 6s; early application advisable. Apply
to Messrs. BODLEY and DUTHIE, Athy.
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STAND erected at Ballintogher affords best view on entire course,
commanding the first mile of the “Straight” over which
the Cars travel at top speed. Easy access to Monasterevan. Seats,
5s each; Reserved, 7s 6d to 10s. Special terms to parties.– SECRETARY,
Ballintogher, C.C. a1 je20
THE MOTOR RACE
And
ATHY SPORTS.
J. B. DEEGAN & SONS
HAVE made special arrangements for a large supply of all the
best and well known BRANDS OF BRANDIES, WHISKIES, WINES, ALES,
STOUT, LAGER, HOP, BITTERS, MINERALS, &c.
GATE ENTRANCE TO SPECIAL BAR.
Luncheons, Sandwiches, And Teas.
PRICES MODERATE.
MOST CONVENIENT HOUSE FOR SPORTS GROUND AND RAILWAY STATION.
J.B. Deegan & Sons
ATHY.
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