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Newspaper
Sydney Referee
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Apr 17, 1918
Page
2
Fragmentary OCR from a historic page shows numerous names, dates, and event mentions. It lists racing or coursing related terms with scattered month names and numbers, suggesting a list of fixtures, participants, and venues, but most lines are garbled and unreadable.
A damaged OCR note outlines a gathering of local clubs and officials with a plan to run a special train from Central Station to Fulchel and return. Details reference a draw at Batemans Hotel in Georgestreet and lists organizers and secretaries involved.
The fragment describes Derby and Oaks events with references to rovers and woodstack courses, mentioning April and May and various races. It mentions two events at Rider Works and Woodstack Gap, plus a Woodstack Novice event, with 16 open entries and a Wauseeck Cup attracting interest.
A damaged OCR record describes a National Cnes meeting in New Zealand with references to a Fe Aileen Sinaluy Mee B and Kr. A prewash/sterilization discussion precedes notes on coursing events, officials and speeches. The text includes names like Mir. Labis and mentions 380 pounds and 90 M1 in unclear contexts, with scattered references to clubs, secretaries, and oversight.
An OCR muddled report describes a New Zealand water polo match with unclear details. It mentions players, teams, and events amid garbled words, referencing a June or March timeline and a motel setting. The account lists names and actions in a disjointed travelogue style.
A garbled OCR passage mentions names and places in a chaotic mix. Readable entities include the names Laine Wveaah and Pauls Pathan Pore 204, with scattered references to individuals and locations. The fragment lacks a clear event or outcome.
The record covers travel notes of Mr Maunsell from Armidale who returned to Sydney after two years in France, and various society items in Melbourne and London circles. It notes lectures, museum events, a Kensington Museum alert, and several local meetings. Mentions include NCC Victoria, Mr A B Cowell, Mr CH O'Brien, livestock and sapling auctions, and Mr D Matthews in Victoria. The report also references a wounded French campaign casualty, and ongoing club activities with social announcements and arrivals.
A fragmented OCR style item from Mudgee District includes scattered letters and partial phrases. The readable content is limited, with no clear names dates or events to anchor a full summary. The piece appears as stray labial and vertical text bits, lacking coherent narrative.
In Melbourne and Parramatta circles a historic athletics event is recalled with reports of police and firemen aiding crowds, a carnival giving rise to 14,400 in hand and ticket sales of 20,415. Robin Banham, Penshurst and walkers’ champion, argues for stricter judging to revive popularity and protect fair play for beginners.
The 28th Battalion Cadet Sports event at the Sports Ground faced rough conditions as athletes competed in athletic events. Bannimer of North Sydney High and Thompson of Botany Harner led with notable finishes in sprints and relays. Close races highlighted the day, with Hawes and other standouts earning top placements. judges reported strong performances across multiple events despite the wet, windy weather.
Unclear readable lines describe a fund event by SW ALAA with activities including a 100 yard and 270 yard race and a sale by EM NGF BED. Mentions attendance by members and a fundraising goal. details are partially obscured with fragmented words and numbers.
Fragmented report discusses a conference move to curtail or support a recruiting drive. It notes federal action limits and strains within athletic and military groups, with officials debating steps at cadet sports events and association ties.
The report details performances from a Rome event featuring Victorious and J Fenne, with Horace Young prominent in mid distance races. Notable results include a 170 yard victory by Kemaley and a high jump close to 80 inches, reflecting strong Australian amateur participation and records.
Albert George Roach, the Stawell Gold Cup winner, hails from Yarraville near Melbourne and works as a hairdresser. He is 30 years old and has a history in sprint racing, moving from Western Australia to professional ranks and competing at Flemington and Guine Grounds. The Stawell Club has distributed prizes over £13,000 with thousands more raised for charity. Roach’s victory is noted among many notable performances and the event draws a large attendance.
A vivid recounting of Stawell’s veteran athletes, detailing performances, races, and standout figures. J. E. Revning, J. D. Sates, and A. O Loughin are noted among others, with descriptions of their age, decades of involvement, and repeated appearances at events. The piece celebrates endurance, community, and the annual meet’s storied history.
Glebe Club members who were suspended until the 2018 season have appealed for removal. The article lists several names and details about applications to the general committee, upcoming rounds, and divisions for junior competitions plus training and venue notes across Sydney grounds.
A historical report describes rowing politics around a sanctioning body and clubs debating open events at Iron Cove and Parramatta. The piece notes protests, withdrawals, and arrangements as the Leichhardt Club seeks to proceed with a Saturday regatta featuring elite crews and school boats amid tensions over eligibility and course choices.
Crews from Leichhardt Glebe Balmain and Mosman camped near the course for the Leichhardt RC Regatta amid an unsettled program. Unclassified eights were disputed while St Joseph College did not compete. Weather mild, racing straight, no umpire or programmes available. A social after racing followed.
The Western Suburbs Ladies RC will hold a meeting next Saturday afternoon at Abbotsford headquarters. The programme includes events for members clubs and a newly formed men’s club at Wellay, plus an unclassified four one race with Leichhardt and Balmain to be represented. All events and details are to appear in The Arrow. reports say arrangements are complete and expected to be successful.
North Coast Championship drew much interest as crews raced a 1b mile course on the Richmond River at Lismore. Scrieben of Lismore led from start to finish to win by two lengths with Azope of Lasmares second and C McGrath of Gratton third. New Zealand boats showcased Auckland Rowing Association talent with Easter lines recording strong showings across ten events.
In a windy long race, grammar schools crews from St Josephs and St Ignatius battled for top honors. St Josephs led early, with St Ignatius close behind, while Gladen and Purney Paint trailed. The event featured strong performances from multiple schools including SCEGS and The Scpte College, but St Josephs emerged as overall winner after a dramatic finish with waves and shifting winds testing all crews.
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