The First Test and the Power of Hero Worship in Cricket
A reflective piece on why test cricket captivates the public, noting cricket’s draw power versus ordinary matches. It cites England’s Bennett, Hetton, Paynter and Compton as heroes, and Australia’s standout players, arguing hero worship drives public attention beyond the game’s technicalities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Goulburn
Australia
England
Breid
Anpersley
Grace
Gregories
Haremonds
Bradmans
Bennett
Hetton
Paynter
Compton
McCabe Triumphs as Australia Defies Disaster
The text hails McCabe as the hero of the match for his decisive resilience against hostile bowling, with Fleetwood-Smith’s five-wicket spell and McCabe’s late innings turning the game into a remarkable display. Bradman’s centuries and Brown’s century are noted, but McCabe emerges as the defining figure who saved the side and captured imagination.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fleetwood-Smith
McCabe
Bradman
Brwn
Obituary for Mrs Emily Ryan of Wumbidgee home
The death occurred at her home in Wumbidgee Addison Street Monday evening. Mrs Emily Ann Ryan aged about TS died after eight weeks of illness, cared for by her daughter Miss Mary Ryan. She was the youngest child of the late George and Mrs Sykes of Spring Valley and lifelong district resident. She lived at Innisfail Cullerin after marriage to Edmund Ryan and moved to Centbarn about 18 years ago. Survived by husband Edmund Ryan and daughter Mary Ryan with other relatives in Gontim and elsewhere. She was the last of her family of ten brothers and a sister predeceased her. Masses were held at St Peter and Paul Cathedral with funeral at Kenmore Catholic Cemetery.
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Wumbidgee
Addison Street
Emily Ann Ryan
Misa Mary Ryan
Therrsy
Sryan
Ryan Wee
Our Lady of Mercy College
Mattendon
Edmund Ryan
Goulburn
Alster
Peter and Paul's
Kenmore
Kev
Deegan
Adm
Comerford
Death of Leo Lawrence Garry at Mylora Sidon Binalong
Leon Lawrence Garry, aged 42, of Mylora Sidon Binalong, died suddenly one night after four days of illness. He left a widow and three children, four brothers Jack Thomas Patrick of Binalong James of Young two sisters Mrs Maher Bondi Celia Hinalong, one sister predeceased him. He was active in Holy Name Society Thace Club Southern District Raceage Association Pastures Protection Board and Mechanics' Institute. Funeral to be held tomorrow afternoon at Hindlong Catholic Cemetery.
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Shiwas
Leo Lawrence Garry
Garry
Hela
Leon
Joho Ang
Sorelle
Molly Dowahor
The.l.s.c
Goulburn
Velock
Four Graziers Go To Court Over Sheep Sale
The Trustees of the will of Alex Armour and two other plaintiffs allege they bought 1038 breeding ewes through the New Zealand Loan and M A Co from Grigg but claim the ewes were joined with rams. They seek damages of £100. The case centers on whether the sale declared the ewes dry and whether warranties were implied.
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Alex Armour
William J. Pollock
David John McGruer
Grigg
New Zealand
M.A. Co
P. Vo Storkey
William
Weel and Coides
Norman Jenkyn
McFadden
Bydney
John James Gardiner
Alexander Armour
Gundegal
Goulburn
NWA
Fae
Armour
William John Pollack
Tae
Fred Biggs
Bresdera
Liz
Biggs
Rama
Jenkyo
The Mutiny of The Elsinore at the Island Theater
A film program review notes The Mutiny of the Elsinore features Jack Landon’s novel inspired plot with Captain West and Margarean as they face a mutinous crew led by Mellaire aboard the Elsinore bound for France. The tale blends revenge and love with danger, shooting and intrigue, ending with Pathhurst and Margarean’s triumph. Also reviewed is A Girl With Ideas starring Wearly Barcle Walter Pidgeon and Kent Taylor, centered on a sharp society girl reporter in a lively newsroom drama. The page highlights the double feature and the March of Time short, with showings continuing tomorrow afternoon and evening.
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Tony
Jack
Mellaire
Pike
Margaret
Pathorewi
Indeer
Wearly Barcle
Walter Pilgeon
Kent Taylor
Wenny Barrie
9 News
Kent Trylor
Walter Pidgeon
Tg Arenant
Tuna Fishing Off Tasmania Report From Melbourne Ship
Official reports from the Commonwealth Government fisheries research ship Wot heen outline fishing activity in Tasmanian waters. The vessel Warreen returned to Melbourne last week as the update was issued detailing fleet orders and strategic movements.
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Commonwealth
Sheries
Wotheen
Arlentiats
Tasmanian
Warreen
Melbourne
Victim Found After Belmore Attack Seizure Labeled Skull Fracture
Four men attacked Victor Sherbur in Belmore Mark last night. He was knocked down and robbed of his gold watch and chain. He was taken to hospital with a probable skull fracture but left after temporary treatment, refusing further care.
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Sydney
Victor Sherbur
Belmore Mark
Government seeks representation at Tokyo Exhibition
Mr Lyons stated the Government wished to be represented at the Tokyo Exhibition and pressed for removal of a difficulty caused by the non recognition of the event by the International Convention to which Australia is bound.
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Lyons
Australia
Personal notices from a city page unfold schedules and greetings
Mr. J. M. Tully will be at the Grand Hotel from o'clock to tomorrow afternoon. Mr. Vincent Spillane departed by the mid day train yesterday for the South Coast to join the Wollongong firm. Miss A. Senior of Drummoyne and former nurse at Goulburn District Hospital is holidaying in the city as guest of Mr. and Mrs. Metin.
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Vincent Spillane
South Coast
Wollongong
A. Senior
Drummoyne
Goulburn District Hospital
Thin City
and Mere Metin
Missionary meeting and officers elected at Goldsmith Street Church
The Christian Endeavour gathering at Goldsmith Street Church included a morning tea and a sermon from Pastor Wilson on a clean heart. Executive officers were elected, including President Arthur and President-elect Wilkon, with reports on upcoming rallies and a missionary lesson based on Colossians.
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Othe Golvemith Street
Mellindist Church
Wiel
Wil
Gil
Goldsmith Street
Thy
Eloek
Eheete Weilt
Pastor Wilson
Pesident
Rey
Arthur
ILA
Canberrat
Wilkon
Kev
B. Deane
Hey Hart
Seretary
S.A. Wines
Ca Herrat
Brisliant
Mike M. Barner
Canberra
Tiwlf
Melbourne
Iik
Aren
Taylor Guat
Rev. G. 9
Servants in England face mass emigration on wartime strain
Wartime labor strain drives hundreds of English domestic workers to seek jobs abroad. Reports note Britain’s domestic staff leaving for Denmark, Germany, Ireland, Norway, Sweden, and Switzerland as authorities warn against maintaining services with foreign help. Agencies expand across six countries and aim to fill gaps left by departing staff.
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Hritary Vieromeh
Insurance bill sparks cabinet struggle and delays
Government partners clash over concessions as the insurance measure stalls amid threats to use the guillotine. Ministers fear protracted opposition in both houses and warn the bill must pass before June. Talks resume at joint meetings to salvage support and avert failure.
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Bil
U.A.P
Lierittie
Railway Worker Injures Chest In Dark Fall
Hubert Croker a railway man residing on Penres Street World fell while walking the permanent way in the early morning. He slipped in the dark striking his chest against a steel rail and fearing a broken rib, the Goulburn Ambulance was summoned then he was taken to his residence as requested.
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Hubert Croker
Rdway
Pennes Street
World
Walideva
Croker
Goulburn
Foggy Morning Weather Record At Clifton And Auburn
A dense morning fog reduced visibility around Clifton and Auburn Streets. The temp dipped to nine degrees with the prior week end reaching twenty six. Light winds settled overnight under a calm sky as clouds cleared later.
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Cilford and
Auburn Streets
British adviser arrives in Fremantle on air force work
Sir Edward Eliington, newly arrived from England to counsel the Commonwealth Government on the Royal Australian Air Force, stated Fremantle yesterday that he expects investigations to extend for more than a month. He warned that a combined attack poses the greatest danger to England, noting improvements in anti aircraft guns and balloon barrage systems.
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Edward Eliington
England
Royal Australian Air Force
Fremantle
Veiled Notices at Orange County College Meeting
A chaotic fragmentary report describes a college gathering titled Everywhere Diesel Engine Course at Anther Toctnlea College. It mentions student registrations, an Orange County group, protests against membership, and a suspected incident involving a driver and police. The piece cites disputes over admission discretion and a public ceremony related to Charter Day observances.
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Howe
Tite
Boys Fall Into Culvert At Home Odle
Two boy cyclists aged nine and eleven were knocked into a culvert by a passing tram car near a main road ledge. One boy sustained a severe concussion probable skull fracture deep head lacerations and shock. He was rushed to District Hospital in a satisfactory condition after treatment.
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Mr Fees
Kevin
Selena
Fife
Arthur Fife
Rosemianti
Machine Mani
Heard and Seen Party Note Confused Rumor Grins
A fragmentary item hints at a rumor about a husband and wife with a chaotic home scene. The piece mentions crime talk and suggests a writer reflects on inference between a crooked figure and a local burglar, framed as social chatter with advertising insertions.
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Athena
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