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Newspaper
Sydney Referee
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Apr 13, 1921
Page
16
Historic Sydney regatta notes winner Peggy Drury and crew in a tense dinghy event. Mentions Tom Teddie Memorial Shield, notable skippers, and prize money around nine pounds. Reports on courses, wind, and currents influencing lead changes and final triumphs amid crowded harbor.
NSW and Victoria schools brace for rugby events amid carnival atmosphere. The program features interschool heats from Barwon to Melbourne, with notable teams including Melbourne colleges and Ormond Trinity match details. Officials anticipate a strong turnout and practice disruptions due to winter term breaks.
The Randwick Range hosts rifle events with scores and contests across 30 and beyond, including 1000 yard finals at Bisley and trials at the And a Range. Competitors from Sydney clubs, plus notable figures like Trulock, feature in a busy update on match results, entrants, and the NRA’s October prize meeting schedule.
The SNOOKER column notes Stevenson’s planned two year tour of the Dominions South Africa and Britain with aims to boost billiards. It highlights training advice, cue selection, and maintenance tips for players, plus local notes on Me. Mooper, Sydney Melbourne Inman, and rising talent in Adelaide.
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