Blue Duck Near Missed Identity in 1918 Pigeon Shoot
An Australian hunting tale recalls Hany Calter of Sydney involved in a 1918 pigeon shoot on the Goulburn-Horn district. The account describes Bob Dougie and Carter engaging in a line shoot, a mistaken target, and a near miss with a principal bird named Blue Duck, highlighting a dramatic moment in a local game-sport setting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hany Calter
Syney
Tian
Perms
Goul- Horn
Bob Doughe
Carter
Dougie Ant Carter
Douglas
Douglag Strel
Pook
Octogenarian Horse Lover Keeps Racing Faith Alive
An 80s aged Adelie resident Tom Milson remains devoted to horses and racing. His son Ben pushed him to attend events, where Milson enjoyed Stan Kile’s victory and the Bachelor Green ride, despite health and age challenges.
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Tom Milson
Adelie
Gen
Stan Kile
Strithalbyn
Green
Ben
New Car Celebrates Vic Western Australia Veteran Owner
A veteran horse owner in Western Australia hosts a big win celebration for Lie Wil and his racing cobras. Mr. P. G. Robinson is noted for the display of plates on Mia duah board with names like Tally Odd and Dawn of Youth. Spectators cluster around model miniatures and orange jackets mark owners and horses present.
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QSE
Western Australia
Wil
Ridey
Cobra
P. G. Robin
Lave
Jocke
Orenge
Leeves
Cara
Palmer's Fat Lambé Witen Brytin Palmer in Rugby Union
Local rugby notes discuss Palmer and Brytin Palmer in a Firthbe district team, praising four-footed mints and salisfactary baths. The piece mentions nearby towns benefiting from their activity and a farmer born youth serving the field, with references to club and pap. Davis Cup mentions hint at Germany dominance after Port had been. a minor fine for players missing training.
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Witen Brytin Palmer
Bryon Palmer
Medals Tell Story Beyond Gold for Swimmer Beaurepaire
A long list of Frank Beaurepaire’s medals shows gold silver and copper prizes from global races. The article notes his youth crack status and victories across many nations, with the collection highlighting resilience over elite rivals and historic design elements marking his swimming career.
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Frank Beaurepaire
Australia
Tallison
Dinine
Monds
South Wales
Wesley
Euph Ds Credit
Finland
Mcintosh
MLC
Swerens
Belgium
Haineary and Newspaper Co Frances Ltd
Fast Ho Wee
Tolan and Robertson Form Strong Aussie Bond T:
Tolan and Robertson became firm friends during an Australia stay. Tolan presented a silk suit bearing stripes to Robertson as thanks for hospitality. Robertson wore the gift at the International Challenges in Melbourne last week and praised the gesture and friendship. A cricket note highlights W. J. O’Reilly at Sydney Grammar School, while Harry Sunderland’s visit to Sydney hints at rugby league interests. Sunderland comments on his son’s growth and Melbourne University.
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Tolan
Austin Robertson
Australia
Robertson
Melhourne
Robbie
Denree
Desrerns
Gunny
W. J. O'Reilly
Sydney Grammar School
O'Reilly
Grammor
Hla
Harry Sunderland
Sydney Town
Queensland
Melbourne University
Hoe
Southerton Belup
Ayid
Southerton
Jeriekel Prese
Tajim
Visting
Lee
All-round Athlete Edward Leamy Dies in Melbourne
Melbourne remembers Edward J Leamy a versatile athlete and vocalist known for football boxing and stage performances. A schoolmate and sparring partner of Jim Donald Leamy died young after heart trouble ending a diverse sporting career in the early years of the 20th century.
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J. Leamy
Mae
Melbourne
Haie
Eddie Tenby
Jim Donald
Leahy
Scribe
Bantim
Victoria
Edward J.leahy Wasl
Yachtmen's Sons Earn Praise From Fathers in NSW Youth Class
The article notes the new NSW dinghy class inspiring youths to take up sailing. Jim Abderton and others have shown rapid progress, with several boys winning races and gaining recognition under veteran skippers. Oscar Curtis and TS Nossiter’s son Lila also shine in the Pittwater and ASC Saxton Cup events.
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Tie
New South Wales
Jim Abderton
Stineq
Oftakhifs
Gnome
Ablarton
Junry
Bundy
Hagdican
Flo
Udekah
Hough
Lila Teang
Pittwater
Oscar Curtis
Botta
Isiangthor
Drummoyne Cela
Youblemen
W. Whitdon
W. J. Wwhid
Don
Waallahm Point
Diel ‘Backhonsesa
Csear Back Pouzs
Ny honors for M A Ny and Alfred Noble at cricket grounds
The piece lauds M A Ny and Alfred Noble amid cricketing circles. It notes Noble's election victory and reference to his leadership and influence within the sport. The text hints at upcoming trust chairmanship and a shift toward a refined cricketing culture inspired by Lord's.
Lancashire Dominates as County Sports Grow Strong
Southall reports Lancashire's rise across multiple sports including rugby, cricket, boxing, and athletics strengthening its claim as the champion county. Mentions of Opperman, Cotton, Schmeling rumors, and MCC umpiring rules frame a broad, era-spanning sports panorama with focus on Lancashire’s success and national interest.
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London
Somerset
Lancashire
Manchester City
Belle Vue
Manchester
McAvoy
Nel Tarleton
Winged Ambitions Transforming Australian Cadet Wings
An extended feature discusses aviation interest in Australia, noting England’s cadet corps expansion and school programs. It highlights pilot George Bolt and the logistics of air ambulance efforts, with references to Sydney transports, the City of Sydney flight, and the push to integrate aero curricula amid wartime emphasis.
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Australia
Outback
Sydney
RTE
Reuny
Elhihe Papeens
Sith Halde
Tom Youtry
New
Grigi
Alkiways
England
Surrey
New Copland
Heostroveanghuly
Eust Coast
Alnways
Haa’ Cent
George” Bolt A
Thias Company
Union
Anchor Watee
Newman
Tintisport
Combina
Hida Ie Australasian
Ransport
Bolt
Bart
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EWU
Corr
Wugby
Jenniey
Merle
Bmellor
Drigal
loe-General I
Gs Mackay
Sydney University Nugby Aston
Amebonth Feselloy Vic
Luene
Agel Ts
Éatattatian
F. G. Robinson
Palmer
Craw
Beaurepaire
Toulay
Bill O'Reilly
P. Rebilliard
Orishiny
Gordy Sible
Flrr
Spogforth
B. Turner
J. O'Reilly
M.a.ny
Rcs
Flere
Sydney Cric
Wlortago
Alfred Noble
Tye
Thisstia
Bisliess
Sporting
Ala.n
Trust
Harry 3Ross
Chet
Lord's
AL At. Noble
Great Britain
Southall
Opperman
Cotton
L. McIlraith
Menry Cotton
Jackie Brown
Oldiwan
Schowning Associiion
Eatelvan
Garmimy Pen
Army
Police
Shewey
Borin
Jprane Southall
Enpland
Land's End
Tolin O
mBriteh-snorking
Una Southall
U.S.A
Creket
Lancachire
South Woilea
Newt
Rugilste Profesaional Longi
Somlur Langue
Pune Bs
Kooping
Natiooal Baseball Association
MCC
Amuting
Gilstyne
Winplees
Mintoher
Fry
Hme Ik
Cuivisine
Hilti
Omyain
Sap
Ratney
Tenopal
Nelston
Hawker
Cho
Wicelet
Grent Lass
Eltom
Shiva
Commonwealth
Windaen
NGL
Tarleton
Norman Ellison
N.S. Walea Light
Taligble
Budgeon
En- Ihuenath
Edlown
Bentley
Dent Croesus
Vyner
Nis
Avro Avian
Leo
Morales
Bose
Wight
Bhatk
Athloe
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