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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 29, 1908
Page
16
A fragmentary note indicates an afternoon sporting item will be continued on page five of sixteen. The readable portion hints at ongoing coverage likely referring to a game or event with local interest. Further details appear on the specified page.
A chaotic race card from Mooreetelt Rac shows Carver winning a hat race at Lon ime, with Lancaster Rose and Lord Merton among notable runners. The card notes numerous horses, trainers, and steadings as spectators and purses in the day’s events, highlighting dramatic late leads and close finishes.
The Secretary of Navigation received a message from the Bear Rocks pilot reporting a large steamer in tow near Beal Rocks at 20 minutes past 13. The Hawes, a Union Company steamer, was reported disabled and 86 miles from Beal Rocks with steamers travelling at about 8.5 miles per hour. The vessel is expected to reach Port Jackson around 1 o clock tomorrow morning.
At Wagga on Saturday a large crowd witnessed a series of brisk races. Jockeys faced heavy track conditions with wins by close margins. Pavo, ridden by Packhurety, won the Welter and Welter Handicap while Riverina Plate saw Sterella finish a short head behind the victor.
The Anglers' Casting Club held its championship event at Centeysial Park with 15 competitors. Governor Hilo Encellenos arrived around 2 PM to inaugurate the contest, where 10 series were judged on a water platform. top scorers included C. WN and J. Tompson, while overall winner details and next round timing were noted for Saturday.
A close intercity hockey match in uneven conditions drew a strong crowd including dignitaries. Victoria backs and forwards, led by Ashton and Edwards, faced New South Wales defenders and brewers. goals by Macnaghten and Magney opened scoring, with Victoria replying as the pace remained even through the first spell.
The Peerless Bicycle Club hosted a 20 mile race for detached riders this afternoon. Competitors included P. Morgan N. Baker KR Gardner R. Deodeon among others. The winner finished in about 54 minutes with several riders completing under an hour.
The Chamarmoulth Weather Bureau reports generally fair weather with frosts on the highlands in New South Wales and cloudy, wet conditions with scattered showers south of the coast in Victoria. Ocean conditions show a moderate swell, with a disturbance approaching from the west, reducing by Monday. Rain records in New South Wales totalled 10 units for the 24 hours to 9 am, with several locations noted.
A large crowd saw South Sydney defeat Eastern Suburbs 14 to 3 on the Agriculture Ground. Loviski and Conlin scored for Souths, with Bedekearigg converting. Suburbs rallied early and later added a second try through Conlin, but Golding and Kaviprn Bunntle added goals as South Sydney dominated the second half.
A rough third grade game on the Agricultural Ground ended with Sydney 11 Western Districts 9. Key moments saw Wallock and Dwyer shining in defense, Corbett Buscombe and Bertoy making long rushes, and a series of scrums near the line as Sydney fought back from behind. Final score reflected a tight contest with late pressure from Sydney.
Western Districts faced Metropolis at Sydney Sports Ground before about 5000 fans. Western Districts led 3 to 2 after early scrappy play as forwards battled, then Talbot scored for Western Districts and Verge’s failed kick kept the score close.
In a chaotic summary of a school game between Ole se v Eastern Subures and Metra Polls v Western Districts, Giebe beat Eastern Buburba by seven points before a Metra poll clash. Be and Nerman scored, referee controversy over a ball pole, Gi total four points, Glebe attack quick, Francis narrowly tackled near his own 28, B Norman scored but failed kick. no further scoring.
Newtown and University clashed at the University Oval with a rough start. University built a strong lead through tries by Hughes and others, ending 33 points to Newtown nil with Calversity scoring late and conversions missing.
The Waterloo team won the Third Grade Competition with an unbeaten record after a rough match against Glebe. Key tries by Keats Garrick and Talfr y, with conversions by Stubbs, secured Waterloo’s 9 to 8 victory as fouls led to refereeing penalties and restarts. Glennie and M Namara featured for Waterloo while Glebe’s Lewin and Fletcher fought hard until late.
At the sports ground Sobraam boys defeated Public Schools by six points while Dison and Potle for Sobraan and Neville Schools scored tries. The King's School won against Newtaxton College at Parramatta by Zi points.
Match at Brisbane features British team Bus with Queensland, amid strong wind. Players include Dyke, Peaty Jours, M'Eredy, Gibbe, Kyrne, Ritson, Brows, and Canaiim, as the Bettis side overpowers Queensland in a return clash despite weather.
A chaotic match saw Britain edge Queensland 3-8 after a late surge with Gibbs scoring for Queensland and Will Williams and Corrie attempting goals. Key injuries limited play as Britain seized the lead in the final minutes, with L. Gallagher and Crichton among standout names on the field.
A detailed scoreline from the Melbourne Oval game shows South Australia leading at half time with 3 percent more points, while Tasmania trails 13 crosses to 83 points and 5 behinds. A Tasmanian player, Searc, collided with another, injuring the eye region. the attendance notes indicate South Australia finishing with 16 goals 40 behinds to Tasmania 7 goals 7 behinds.
Glebe defeated Balmain 3 goals to nil at the Epping Recreation Grounds with goals from Shaw and Buckle. Pyrmont beat Adamstown 1 goal at Epping Recreation Grounds, Carrall scoring for Pyrmont.
A break in at 4 F Ashwood Limited opposite Context Railway Station shows back door forced but only papers of little value were taken from the safe. Over £50 reportedly untouched. burglars disturbed other papers, yet failed to gain substantial spoil. Authorities note no gale or extenuating circumstances.
The University of Sydney lists graduates and distinctions. Names include T. Ewing In k, H. Priestly, Elate Dale Elizabeth J. Hamilton Brown, L. R. Parker, K. W. Dumop, Mary Buratt, J. Mares, L. a ae bart Soya, F. Mainewe, W. rine A. M. Purvis, Z. G. Scaenk, and others.
An Aboriginal exhibition showcases be amaran and spear throwing alongside agricultural themes. The event features notable performers, with emphasis on accuracy and skill. Spectators witness ceremonial games and traditional demonstrations amid a festive southern setting.
Melbourne crowds greet Ballarat Naval Cadets after their 100 mile march to the city. The event features a grand flotilla, public ceremonies, and naval reviews with the Prime Minister and state officials attending. Thousands gather along the coast at Sorrento and Williamstown as ships sail and a large city display unfolds.
About noon today Mrs. Perkins wife of Dr. Perkins of Marrickville was knocked down by a tram near Bauman's care in Pill-slevt City. She escaped with facial injuries and possible arm injury. Jewellery valued at £400 disappeared after the incident. Civil Ambulance attended and she returned home to Marrickville. The police are investigating.
At about 2:30 pm a fire broke out in a detached kitchen at a Balnain residence on Snail's Way Batwoath. Mrs Adams and daughter evacuated, son aged about four stayed outside. a dog chained on the back veranda died in the blaze. Fire brigades from Drummayns, Balwaln and Leichhardt aided by a water-boat, extinguished the flames, but nearly all contents were destroyed and the intoxication of the house was ruled.
Unclear OCR recounts a grim pattern of injuries attributed to a father and son from Oligandra. The piece notes repeated mishaps involving limbs and a misfortune affecting an infant at seven months, suggesting a domain of mishap records and family tragedy centered on the Heller line and a calendar of injuries.
The Despatch Harrier Road Race, a semi-Marathon style event, opened to amateur clubs under the NSW ALA affiliation and ran along Parramatta Road toward Grace Browners. Winners included Mayer of Rodfers and Parramatta club runners with finishing times around sixteen minutes for the lead, while other placings listed Corban Hammin Waleman Wool.
Hull Court debates the transfer of Glah Worth amid a dispute over a will and the rightful beneficiary. The proceedings touch on a plea by the exectutors and the implications for various heirs and property, with questions raised about ownership and consent.
A damaged notice warns of strict rules on matches and public safety in a listed district. It references permits, authorities, and enforcement after a named date, urging compliance with local regulations and penalties.
Readable fragments reveal scattered references to places and people, including mentions of Atlas and Earth weeks, various individuals such as Alan Alm and Teicher, plus disjointed terms like Water, Rovere, and Uber. The text is severely garbled with no coherent event or clear dates.
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