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Newspaper
Sydney Referee
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 01, 1917
Page
4
Balmain defeats South Sydney in a hard fought rugby league premiership game. Crowds packed the venue as Balmain surged ahead through dynamic backs and solid defense while South Sydney answered with stubborn forward power. Final margins were slim, with both sides trading tries and exchanges into a tense closing period.
The fragmentary text notes unclear teams and events with scattered references. It mentions mood, timing, players or observers, and possible forays or replies but lacks coherent facts or identifiable individuals or organizations.
Entry lists and match notes reference Leevadin Remtein Subir Erskineville Oval and Sydney Cricket Ground with unclear lines suggesting a athletics event. Details are fragmented but indicate a city cup event slated for next Saturday at multiple grounds including Erskineville Oval and Sydney Cricket Ground.
A garbled report outlines a chaotic scene in the City Cup race with mentions of Sydney Westerns, Glebe, Balmain, and South Sydney. It notes suspensions of Glebe players after an inquiry, the League’s stance on favoritism, and ongoing competition standings among Sydney clubs.
Sydney readers note a rugby union match featuring New Zealand and Australian players with detailed match actions and key scorers. The report highlights Wallsee, Williams, Riley and Buckle among others, describing a 17 to 2 victory by University Ay over University Ay at the oval and noting naval services involvement and upcoming fixtures in Sydney.
Mayne led Cambridge on a misty Saturday with 19 points and a sprained ankle. Glebe players Grimes Walters Wogan Bret Fox Lane and Mayne scored as Cambridge faced a tough ground with wind affecting play. Wogan converted two and the team totaled 332 points in 15 matches while griping about footing and tactics.
The English Football Association announced expenses of £160 17s 2d and £78 6d, leaving a loss of £54 10s 8d to be referred to the Guardian Board. Officers named include President Lord Winnifrth and Vice Presidents Cramp and Pickford, while Glasgow Charity Cup reports note a season distribution of £2140 with Liverpool among beneficiaries. Gate receipts totaled £278 18s 7d, with £1084 15s 8d deducted for entertainment war expenses affecting supporters and international players.
The fragment recounts early 20th century Sydney football history, detailing Annandale and Drummoyne clubs, league results, and interclub matches. It mentions formations in 1915, state and interstate play, players, and the impact of war on competition and club movements.
Anthony Horderns advertises a broad sale with bargains across multiple departments. The notice lists reduced prices on cigarettes, tennis sundries, clothing, and household goods, noting finishes on August 18 and highlighting notable items and discounts across various departments.
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