Norman Brookes Meets Japanese Champion in India
In Calcutta and Basra the famed Australian tennis star Norman Brookes describes his wartime travels and a rare match with Japanese champion Shimuan. He recalls training on hard courts, the travel hardship from Bagdad to Bombay, and plans for future tournaments including a Mesopotamia cup and Red Cross events. He notes observations of the Japanese player’s grip, forehand, and net play, and reflects on postwar hopes for the Davis Cup.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bearcely
Nonna Ey
Jobo Brith
Austratien
Tenis
Ana
Tersay
Bagdad
Fatis
Etober
Basra
Baroda
Mettine
Gale Fats
Delhi
Haing
Ourney
Pia
Actie
Edie
Shimuan T
Parker
Hinson
Harry Parkers
Capri
Orcasion Gercands
Cam Velley
Gabe
Cours
Calcutta
Pri
Bombay
Bard
Andie
Mesopotamia
Uip Ward
The Kennel Show Highlights Bulldog Pups in Sydney
Ramblers Ladies Canine Society held its annual championship at the Royal Agricultural Society Ground. top prize awarded for best bulldog. notable exhibits include eight arapies by Minn Ishnsiond and puppies by Aurynzide Cestus. Pekinets, terriers, Pomeranians, and Scottish terriers also featured. new Victoria Bulldog Club shows strong turnout and plans for an Interstate judge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ladies Canine Society
Royal Agricultural Society
Minn Ishnsiond
Parcamatts
Aurnyzide Cestus
Sydney
Mra
Myr Nisbet
M. Ly Devies
Cempele
Wain
Nicher
Dobell
Mimmy Newman
New Zealand
Tras
Brander's Farry and the Rawr of Oakbank Me Hiri ARC
A fragmented report from Wales discusses locally bred and owned dogs, including references to Young Australia and a Sydney Bulldog Club show. It notes Mr. Muir may send the southern dog, touches on the formation of an Airedale Club, and mentions a meeting to finalize show schedules and committees amid ongoing demonstrations of interest in upcoming events.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
Brrathweld
Balmorel
Balwora
Odige
Mayet
Nin
Tom
Meg
Ferd
Kidetog
Fae
Kidston
Haire
Retelvearm
H_ Rice
N. Peach
F.bench
J O'Ryam
Re Neil
HJ. Goodmin
le Teddy
Woolley
A.B. Ut
Sd Brie Ridston
NY Peach
HC Pico
Beach
Dr Plomiey
R Nevelong
J. Goodsien
Ute Nenderson
C. Kigsten
M. Peach
Narier
WS Beach
At & Wales
Cronerag
Glen
Camberwell
Lady Creewe
Sas
Ama
Melbourne University
South Varry Club
Brander'e Farry
Oakbank
Hiri
Somein
Wales
B. Young Australia
Malbourne
Muir
Rom
Stein
Une
W. Haznilton
FISHING CAMP PROGRESS AND MEMBERSHIP NOTES
A long report describes fishing party activity from the Austiaon association. It notes a camp at Susser Inlet ten miles from Wy Y with access by coach, housing for 200, meals and shelter, and good catches despite southerly weather. The group of 92 mainly AP AS members fished the inlet, beach at night, and the bar for launches.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wis
Keim
Nowra
Invest
Die AP
Radmen
Durack Objects to U S Entry Amid Debate
The article reports Miss Durack opposing U S entry unless conditions change, arguing that Australians should not be drawn by invitation to America. It notes opposition from members including Mrs. Chembers Toporixment and Emile, with discussions on the temper and rhetoric at a recent meeting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Durack
Fanny Durace
Fanny Durack
Ming Wylie
Uist
Miss Durack
Chembers
Ahnuid
Sudence Emile
Ake Oune
Indy
Teka Temare
Victorian swimmers and Miss Durack tour plans
The article outlines Fanny Durack World Champion plans for a June visit to America and Australia in competition with top swimmers. It notes Victoria and British Columbia crews in a Canadian American arrangement, Durack’s condition after Honolulu and France travel, and profiles key rivals such as Dorothy Burns Clare Galligan Olga Dorfuer and Thelma Darby.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hobeen
Ban Franeiro
Vancouver Tefund Amateur Athletic Apanciation
Voetorma
Boc
Yaks
Mise
Fanny Durack
Worl’ Wempion Sedan Kime
Qfwacet Groding
William i Daview
Erpntaas Tilon
William Unmeck
Mita Durack
Taf
Victoria
Eekly Dartlacht
Ani Victoriss
Mangy Dureck
Werner Awhromee
America
Australia
Bervance
Honoula
Americig
France
MM Durack
Honolulu
Ming Durack
Durack Ie Bertsin
Clare Galligan
Charlotte Boyle
New York
Olga Dorfuer
Elizabeth
Gerimide Artelt
Philadelphia
Thelma Darby
Indianapolis
Frances Cowell
San Francino
Durack
Miser Galligan
Dormer
Derby
Mim Durack
Boyle
Arrest
Albert Barry Progress Report Note From 1918
London January 10 1918 Albert Barry receives an endorsed note from Me Wm Benn ta Mn Gea TE Williams secretary of the Royal Kite Saving Society. The note mentions Barry making progress and a guest expected. The fragmentary text references a New South Wales bead venture and a hopeful tone for a forthcoming event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albert Barry
Wm Benn Ta Mn Gea TE Williams
Roral Kite ‘Saving Society
London
Rerand
Babe
Remedy for colds and throat disease promoted locally
A disjointed 19th century ad and correspondence item touts a relaidlicome remedy for colds, asthma, bronchitis, and throat inflammation. It promotes hot-water mixtures and a branded remedy, with political and social notes about Australasian representation and upcoming events, mentioning Ms. Chambers and Durack.
Unclear Visit Records Peculiar Language From Porisrlingon Vic
A reader report from Porisrlingon in Victoria describes a Tuesday visit and mentions catching 30g of an unidentified catch and four backete of nixed fish. The actions and items are garbled, with unclear names and quantities, making specifics difficult to confirm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ile
Porisrlingon
Vic
Panama
Dempsey Stops Carl Morris In Six Rounds In 1920s Bout
Dempsey defeats Carl Morris in six rounds at the Broadway venue. The Oklahoma great wears down Morris with rapid uppercuts and body blows, earning a decisive victory as referee cautions both sides for aggressive exchanges. Morris shows endurance but cannot match Dempsey pace.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dempsey
Carl Morris
Fulton
Willard
Jack Dampeey
Salt Gate
Nuben
Dempney
Morris
Deraney
Weirhe
Morris Sheer
Balle
Demupsey
Dempsey and the Rise of a New World Champion
Fragmented notes recount Jack Dempsey's ascent, early career glow, and press debate over his potential as the next world champion. Mentions of observers like Damon Runyon, critics, and the public’s mixed reaction frame the era’s boxing excitement and the loom of superstardom.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waller Bt
Denis
New York
Jark Dempsey
Seania Wash
Elaine
Roatters
Jack Dust
Jack Devapaeye
Jets
Tay Sini
Reno
Jack
New Yorks
Shay Ee
Dempsey Ned
Damon Runyon
Jim Jeffeiaw
Manner of
Mulling
Robert le Roy Risley
Steve Lee
Bert Tree
Barry in London and World's Plunge Record Highlight Local Meeting
A London note recalls Barry's leave and reunion at the Bath Club with Lt Lindsay and the Manly Club men. It mentions Barry’s form, a possible comeback, and references Lloyd Worth and a writer's letter. Also reports on Chicago Athletic Association plunge record by Princell of the Chicago AAU with 164.5 seconds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Barry
London
Larere
Albert Barry
Aud
Lieutenant Lindsay
Manly
Bath
HL Princell
Chikano Athletic’ Association
Chicago
J Caa
AAU
Suapices
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Norman Brookes
India
Sam Watvatnea
Sinclasion
Balmars
Beecroft
Ani
Toco Orden
Alg
Edgar J. Rice Sports Depot
Castlereagh Street
MGI
APACE
ANHES
Sko Anic
Alenanda
Suvtahor
Itaniom
DRUID
Kammaky
Hamitra
Bepaien
Sopelal
Ladies' Canine Society
Bulldog News
Rambler
New South Wales
South
Astralia
Imery Szintedary
Menry
Victorien
Maa Chou
Hock Rana
McMillan, Deery & CO. Ltd
Shinke
Motel Australe
Sussex Inlet
Fishermen's Paradise
Rangler
Gssip
Fanny Darsck
Weatner
Lone Faust
Nolde
Bill Squires
Barney
AALU
United States
W. Charters
Aral Han
W. Rubles
AAOL
Caegtara
Nathaly
Jack Dempsey
Salt Lake City
Utah
U.S.A
Lew Leeee
Tathoritz
Mille Durack
Ks.w.ly
Tre
Faerie’ Aid
Mina Lucy Feecuan
Spuyien
Addi
Heenzo
Chambers
Ahe
Jeete
Ming
Welle Sway
Mics Dureee
Decor
Weed
Coe
Simmers
Ladies’ Amateur Swimming Association
Australie Tx
Aiaicus
Ageinel
Pimeney
Waagenton Care
Ieee
Americas
Allan Rnang
Te Royal
Winnte
Taralea Nla
Desborough, Preant
Wilson Tipton
Henrys
Rermen
Southall
Jonnie Plume
Warwick Farm
Ang
Lady Elysam
Jack Kearns
Biind
Decigney
Aly
Enoch Mateo
le Cass
We Stu
Cecil Healy
Cambridge
Seana
Carl “Morinay
Calieg
Td Gas Ave
Ryley
Mie
Flynn
Willan
Jou
Cp Gunhase Smith
Tromeine
Carl Maret
Fey
Char Willard
Bill Crews
Newcome
Kitchel
Keruhel
Basieg
Ely
Jean
W. Henry
Eelectives
Wiliams
Webal
Loveworth
Orother
Pellisson
Tah Pena
Rks
Lon
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