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Newspaper
Sydney Referee
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 11, 1920
Page
5
The piece reports tensions around the New Zealand rugby union amid debate over legal and governance reforms. It notes shifts in captaincy views, potential law changes, and broader implications for the sport's national outlook and international perception, with references to Australia and Britain in the context of the era.
The document urges Australians to lend what they can to support government loans amid wartime. It notes rates and the idea of contributing to national repayment while emphasizing duty and unity. It mentions soldiers settling into civilian life and the need for collective effort to meet financial obligations.
Auction note lists an Australabian 18-footer named Australian for sale. Entry mentions dealer Charlie Solomor and Trorenon Rel with Brigden as contact. Unclear details due to transcription errors in the listing.
A chaotic Sydney newspaper summary reports on a sprawling soccer program with NSW and Queensland teams, listing players and venues. It notes matches at Wentworth Park Oval, with Canterbury and Canterbury areas prominent, and references issues in play, attendance, and venue use as the season unfolds.
Colonial era match notes recount Collingwood’s 11 to 7 finish over Victoria at Victoria Park with 26 000 in attendance. Carlton improves with forward cohesion in a strong second half against Essendon, while Melbourne overwhelms St Kilda with pace and power. Details include Keller, Merrick, Parrot, and Down contributions, and mention of Richmond and Geelong performances.
A dense Sydney sea race report covers the handicap events at Hen and Chicken Bay. The Consolation Handicap sees Charles Messenger edged by Milton Rene while Rickley and Peterson struggle in rough water. The main final centers on the State Championship, with E. McDevine favored and Felton Barry's strong showings fueling expectations ahead of next week's decisive race.
The Victorian Association team on July 20 were defeated at Kalmothien as strong winds and injuries marred the game. Key players Meraney Ardr, Ration and Wallin scored for Victoria while Goldfields held a late lead and the match ended tied. The second game at Baulser Oval saw Goldfields win, with Bede scoring and Goldfieldy adding multiple poles and goals. The crowd of about 200 watched as Victoria pressed late but could not convert.
Report covers a chaotic Melbourne boxing scene with Downes Miller Bourke and Taylor Williams in hot action. Taylor Williams defeats Welsh rival in a tense decision while ge
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