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Newspaper
Sydney Referee
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 01, 1917
Page
5
The article details the annual 24 hours endurance event on a 400 mile course with weather conditions and field updates. It notes registrations, team captains, vehicle types including water cooled engines, and remarks from engineers about aluminium alloys for pistons.
The article discusses Dario Resta’s retirement after a long career in world racing, noting his age and past victories. It mentions his stable and connections at the Pree, with references to Allan and Karan, and hints at ongoing debates about his future plans and potential heirs to his racing legacy.
The Famwortis Motorcycle Club held a five mile road race on the Manila Plain course with numerous riders competing. The event featured a variety of performances and club members provided supporting demonstrations while spectators and officials observed the competition.
In a windy Saturday match Petersham (No. 4) overcame St Peters with a 17-6 win. Petersham pitcher Finedt held the visitors to early runs while hitting and fielding led by Jones and Leprey. Lauer and Waimea starred for Petersham as they built a decisive lead, despite tough wind conditions affecting both teams.
The report covers a winter crowd and rough play as South Melbourne and Richmond clash in a hard fought match with South dominant in position play but Richmond showing strength in attack. Carlton defeats Collingwood in a tight finish while Geelong loses to a stronger opponent to end Geelong's run as top contenders.
East Sydney and Balmain battled to a close finish as premiership contenders clashed. Paddington, Sydney, and Newtown faced tough matches with Wind and field conditions influencing play.
Sydney forwards pressed for a narrow win as Salmain and Gast Sydney led a determined effort in the third quarter. Jenkins and McCoy kept the scoring tight while Relmain and Scott anchored the ruck. Adelaide notes honor fallen soldiers and older club ties, with contributions listed from Lance Lewis and others, reflecting wartime spirit.
The July Baclaran meeting drew strong crowds with Sydney partygoers present. Notable incidents included a fall near the Flying Welter, injuries to Lightfoot and Mincks Colisthone, and a protest by Bloomfield over interference in the Wet Handicap that stewards dismissed. J. Cannon Persian Girl led a busy day with several winners and close finishes in major events, while local jockeys and horses such as J. Casey Mimer King and HT. O’Neill’s Haut Chi continued to contest top spots.
Tasmanian turf notes discuss the Tasmanian Turf Club events and handicaps with figures from recent seasons. The article notes race ratings, owner and trainer details, and income and expenditure, including a reported annual balance showing a small profit and payments to government.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a race or match with names Terry Tyler and Maton, mentioning wins and a confusing sequence of phrases. The readable parts indicate one winner named Tyler and references to other participants, but details remain unclear.
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