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Newspaper
Sydney Referee
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Apr 26, 1916
Page
4
Reminiscences on Tom Horan and patriotic wartime cricket in England and Victoria. Notes include connections to East Melbourne rivalries, Victorian eleven stars, and the 19th century Australian cricket scene at Melbourne and Sydney venues.
The article recalls Moran the Victorian cricket great whose long career with Melbourne and Australia left a lasting mark. It lauds his 62 years in the sport, his record 2400 runs, high scores, and service to Victoria. Tributes from peers note his memory, character, and influence on the game.
A tribute recalling Thomas Hoyer and decades of friendship dating back to 1868. The account traces Hoyer’s early cricketing career with Carlton Imperial Blackham, his role alongside Horan and Distkham, and key matches through 1872. It notes Horan’s pivot to Mir Carton and entries into notable tours and leagues, highlighting loyal friendships spanning over 40 years.
Sydney's best imperdarmery athletes staged a tight encounter in a charity match to raise funds for the Tul Sports Material Fund. The Wilas and Res Na mun Wiebe led scoring while St George and Waverley schools provided strong opposition. several teachers and named players impressed as the event concluded with a narrowVictory for the home side.
In a rare theater of sport the Austhallang team faced Mandi Isles in a heated contest. The zed Liem Magee Brigade dominated the first half and held a lead late, but Brigades won by 253 points amid a chaotic scoreline and refereeing controversy.
The discussion centers on whether a boundary catch is legal when the fielder crosses the boundary while keeping the ball in play. Disputes arise over whether the batsman is out if the catch is completed inside the boundary or if the boundary line is breached during the attempt. Other notes reference recent matches and general cricket commentary from Sydney and Paddington venues.
A cricket dispute centers on whether a fielder touching the boundary while catching the ball is in play. The umpire faces a tough call amid conflicting views on boundary rules and the fielding team’s appeal. The discussion cites MCC decisions and calls for law revisions.
Between 300 and 400 wounded soldiers have been nursed in recovery at 2 Briveh Red Cross Hospital. Authorities are so well notified with the hospital that they are invading the cot accommodation of the members dining room.
A garbled World War II era list shows Adelaide footballers and allied figures in a dense roster. Names such as Sturt Richardson McNamara Sharve Neate Edwards Hicks and many others appear alongside military or club references, with scattered fragments suggesting a broader roster or honors list. The text reads like an OCR dump of a club and service member roll, mentioning numerous individuals and affiliations with little coherent context.
A historical recount of early Sydney yachting, detailing H C Dangar and rival designers, the rise of the Royal Sydney Yacht Squadron, and the fate of old racing boats. It covers notable vessels like Mischief and Magie, Beagle era races, and the migration of boats to pearl fisheries and distant shores, amid a fading era of classic craft.
In a tense yacht club finale the Westhalian season closed with a foal event at Moyal Por. Competitors Awanut Wood Rotonne Lewell Proins Adstiog acne Alexandre arate Iain Bertussten Porer faced a challenging race with gusty winds and a leaking crowing. Adelina led early but Bovivie and Hormer surged, while Teueenae di Venn noted work in heavy air and G Micheld furan provided steady support before final results.
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