Curious Decisions by Rugby Referees in Local Matches
J B Raphael notes the humor and controversy in refereeing as he recalls a series of unusual calls. He highlights a try awarded after a ball rebound, a wall rebound leading to points, and other disputes, urging readers to consider the human limits of officials and to withhold harsh judgment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Briney
Mr. C. & Cochrane
Eoumpetlea
Munich
Dodey Tun
Dot
Vila
Fae
Nolay Peotesin
Coal
Moore Park
Tim
Aiscunston
Rye
Keipper
Scarvieus
Billy Warbrick
Vraming Ilon
Youen
Orivice
Sal Jol
Namty Shigigs Apout
Louis
Aiden
Kirkine
Wau
Lir Rugby Union
Dribbica
Atrade
Burban
Dad
Everyoos
Metropolitam Cluba
Santor
Saxiok Wan
Bie
marUriekt
Kicker Minelug Am Cary
Porte Tats
Soidon
Rel
Patty
Life Saving Drills Spread Across New South Wales Towns
Mr George Williams, secretary of the Royal Life Saving Society in New South Wales, reports a wide spread tour to organise life saving across towns including Tweed Heads Armidale Tamworth and Armidale. Focused on resuscitation methods and swimming drills, efforts aim to establish life saving classes and centres with public seminars, school programs, and teacher training before year’s end.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Geo
Willams
Royal Life Saving Society
New South Wal Head
Des Fe
Sydney
Clarence
Richmond
Brunswick
Tweed Rivers
Tweed Heads
Queensland
Brishape
Vmvikla
Forkers Centre
Quesnelaug Amateur Swimming ‘Association
Gam
Boant of Health
Brockway
Williams
Uesueiris
Schafer
Silvester
Marshall Hall
Howard
Toowoomba
Wick
Glen Tonys
Reading
Re. F. J. Thomas M.L A
Hc Wcbool
Behoal of Art
Dera
Armidale
Naiter
de le Salle
Ie-C
Atudenta
Acnlor
Armidatr
Willlams
Reta
Alto Ir. Teakin
William
Addryesedhe
Wad
Dunlie
Peel
Iain Iutapel
Munwilibrook Publin Senoal
TW. Adamson
Sydney Rabaen
Siuithiad
Waa
Tubie
McHael
Newcandy
Iry
Turf notes on listed races for Tueway 12 and forthcoming events
A jumbled report outlines closing of subs for major prizes by the AJ including the Epsom Handicap and Istrapatitan. It mentions the Creedera Plate Gimcrack Stakes 1908 December Stakes Shee Produce Champagne Stakes Dorty Wind Leger 191d and notes Ossian will race in Victoria. Ruby Tip and J Ryan ride Japan in the Jumpers Flat Race at Epsom were disqualified. The Wollongong Jockey Club June meeting is set with a special train Sydney-bound.
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Tueway
Istrapatitan
Awds
Gimcrack Baka
J. Ryan
Japan
Epsom Jaat Wack
Monte
Ruby Tt
Wolbourne Wportaan
Wollonrong Jocker Club
Tavre Sydney
Wire works announce layoffs as duties free supply arrives
The Lyvaent Brothers and Company Limited warn 0 workers and bays that they will be laid off after today as imports surge after a Federal decision removing duty on wire petting. The firm claims 1000 miles of stock remain and plans to rehire in about a month if market demand allows.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Notic Fed
The Problem of Motor Traffic in 19th Century Debate
A lengthy discussion argues for easing motor vehicle restrictions as cars become essential. It notes growing use by doctors and professionals, the need for fair rules, and contrasts European laws. The piece calls for educated, practical regulation and warns against unjust speed limits.
The Peril and Control of Motor Cars in Public Roads
A reflective essay argues drivers misjudge car agility and danger, urging stricter enforcement of speed limits and road rules. It discusses pedestrian fear, police tactics, and the need for safer driving culture, aided by lower speeds, warnings to horse-drawn vehicles, and better compliance with traffic signals.
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Mojariot
Himerlf
Anguinider
Mason
Penple
Bhaz
Iu Arive
Doge
Crithiow
Tkem
Englend
Juders
Ool
Rlthmpc
Ararica
Matorisia Tembel Ves
Érivice
Teokleas
Simone
Youur
Wuldaty
Marcy
Alex
Allen
Aida Um
WeaiMe
The Ranks of Labor and Gas Workers Unite
A meeting at Trades Hall on Friday formed a No 2 branch of the Gas Employes Union with Mr J Kerr as secretary. Mr D Cunningham presided. A large gathering also heard Bricklayers Union talk of a local dispute over arbitration court rules and county boundaries.
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Kne
Trades Hell
Tho Pi
Cunningham
Kerr
Baise
Brickcarters’ Union
TG. Wright
Arbitration Court
Cumberland
Unon
Bulli
Woonoopa
Coal Lumper Injured After Basket Falls At Wharf
A coal lumper was injured at Smith's Wharf Kingsset Darfing Mar after an empty basket fell from a steamer hatch while baskets were being placed in the hold. The incident caused injuries to a worker and required medical attention.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ard Smith's Wharf
Kingsrset
Dr. Magers
Dead Man's Love novel to be printed in Evening News
The opening chapter of Tom Gallon's latest novel Dead Man's Love will appear in the Evening News on Monday June 1. The story follows an escaped convict and a scientist as they entwine danger, romance, and a murder plot, with dramatic chases and a tense sequence around a hanging discovery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tom Gallon
Teadora
Monewhal
Anind
Indy
Tal Polit
Paddington Bus Line Abandoned Sparks Residents’ Protest
A Paddington neighborhood near Glenmore Road faced transport disruption as a tram line renewal stalls. At a meeting in St George’s Hall presided by Alderman Walker, residents pressed for government action to complete the Bellevue Hill tram line and restore service, whose delay has left locals inconvenienced.
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Paddington
Glenmore-roed
Craic
St. George's Hell
Walker
CW. Cahoe
A. Teganting
Bellevue Hill
Assinranes
Paddington Council
Inwins i Belews Hill
Spit to Manly Tramway Premier Testifies to Committee
The Public Works Committee reviewed a plan to build a tram line from the Spit to Manly. Premier G. C. Wade testified from Windsor and said he could not gauge whether Manly residents or Cordail residents favored the project. Wade suggested awaiting the committee report before deciding.
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Spit
Manly
G. C. Wade
Wade
Place of Beautiful Homes Promoted by Haberdeld Estate
The Haberdeld Estate presents the Place of Beautiful Homes promotion. Henars Stanton and Son, real estate agents of Bummer Hill and 109 Pittatecat, tout favorable location near trade routes and ferry, urging buyers to invest in the proposed residential area.
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Henars, Stanton and Son
Bummer Hii
Pittatecat
Leila
Bere Bell
Bram
Palace Theatre to Host The Scarlet Troubadours From London
The Palace Theatre announces a five night stand by The Scarlet Troubadours, a London company led by Edward Brancombe. Eight performers promise bright, artistic programs without vulgarity, aiming to attract patrons who enjoy refined music and theatrical flair. The troupe has seen success in Perth and Adelaide and will debut in Sydney, with an afternoon performance on Wednesday noted for youth concessions.
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Palace Theatre
Scarlet Troubadours
Londox
Astralia
Edward Brancombe
Armfeng
Ax Goloista
Wituaione Arc
Wade Ap
Corsalilliz
Howe
Merry Wien
Waite
Perth
Edward Ranscombe
Sydney
Amelvnce
Juventies
Mond ay Mails From G P O Include Global Destinations
Fragmented text outlines mail departures from Sydney and other ports to locations such as Singapore Batavia Durban Hobart Dunedin and Melbourne. References to times 6 30 p m and 7 p m imply schedule blocks with overseas and regional routes, though many place names are garbled.
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Bastien Internafional
Ti Lea Comparisam
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Turf Notes
Madersis Anais
Wolee' Schnapps
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Colle
Cannfe
Peesent
Doccora
Claus
Tynica
E&re
Euroea
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Putherland
America
Maly
England
France
Jane
Iramensa
Momreis
Cox
Port Steybene
Cape Hawke
Aix
the Ranks OF Labor
DH Sheldon
Nipcoven
Ofren
Vice-Regal
Breciat
George ST
Anderson Bros
Broadway
Perambulatorr
Ervalids
Manly Traminay
Hall's
Theo
Chan
Keiall Paymenta
Goulltry
Wighback
Ies
Mintoh
A. Hall and Company
George-Street
Rowley Sewing
Rowley & Compfr
Victoria
Eli
Spencer Nolan
Oxford
E. & L. Burgin’s
Commercial School
Bavings Bane
Moomestreet
Sydnet
Parrauatta Ceuret
Parromatea
Taare How & Aapnened Lassress
Otra Sarcingia
Irby, Ltd
Smyeruy
Alain
Emant
Pram Prya
King and George Streets
Malis
Sytney
Paumsais
Dunedin
Hobart
Bourne
Belligger Heads
Dan
Wuly Bing
Callie
Chuck
Green River
Hurkview
Alameter
Ledice
Engingers
Toole
Nave
C. T. Savage
Vitoria Marketa
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