Historical information

This notebook contains lists of fixtures, starters, results, handicap limits of cyclists who competed with the Geelong West Cycling Club between 1946 and 1948. It also includes a number of newspaper articles on cycling races held by the Geelong West Cycling Club. Other newspaper articles included in this notebook are articles about notable cyclists in that era - Lionel Edgell (1932-1936), Ray McKay, Victorian Junior Track Champion 1947, Ken Stewart and State B Grade Women's Champion Joan Lindgren from Geelong.

Significance

This notebook reflects the importance of cycling in the Geelong Community in the mid 20th Century. The detailed newspaper articles and race results included in this notebook indicate the high profile that cycling had at that time.

Physical description

Water stained notebook containing newspaper cuttings and handwritten results for the years 1946 - 1948. Also includes newspaper photos. The notebook has a black cloth cover.