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Sydney Referee

Location

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Date

Aug 15, 1917

Page

4

Balmain and South Sydney Reach City Cup Final

In the semi finals Balmain and South Sydney triumphed amid tight play at the Agricultural Ground. Balmain edged clear late, while South Sydney battled to a narrow victory, with standout defense and forward work shaping the result. Both clubs now prepare for the climactic City Cup final as Northern Suburbs and others eye potential involvement in upcoming fixtures.

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South Sydney Triumph Over West Wippineys In City Cup

South Sydney delivered a strong win at the City Cup, overpowering Western Suburbs 30 to 5. Key plays featured Mack Myers, Joe Jolson, and McPherson scoring as South Sydney surged after halftime, turning a tight first half into a dominant final period.

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South Sydney Defeats Western Suburbs in Close Rugby Suburbs

A shaky start gave way to a tight finish as South Sydney overhauled Western Suburbs. Horder and Boland featured in a sprint duel with late tackles and a goal line scramble. McPherson converted a key penalty as South Sydney edged ahead and the crowd roared.

South Sydney Boland McPherson

Turmoil in Sydney Ezet'o Sound match report sputters

A garbled summary details a rugby league or football match at Sydney Ezet'o Sound with Balmain in a second round. Mentions players L. GiS Gosing, A. Malloway, A. Jutmeton, WR Craig and general team form. Describes forward and back performances and a young lineup, but many names are unclear due to OCR errors.

Sydney Baloain New Fun Fiat Mai Yinnine Blues Balmain Wee" Bremetahp WR Craig Bae Rene Eris Nes Uas

League Cup Semi Finals Row Teneve Guy Shfoaswee Aged Cat

The Giebe Juniors defeated Eastern Suburbs by 2 tries and three goals to earn a place in the final. The backs formed well with Wesat Sa, Led Menttn, and Atte leading the attack while the forwards, notably Solah Sydney, pressed hard and controlled the game.

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Rugby League selectors eye strong New South Wales side

The article lists players from Balmain, South Sydney, Newtown and Glebe as potential representatives, naming J Rubmnoon, G McGowan, A Blair, and Frawley among others. It notes emergent players and a debate over certain selections while praising the selectors for forming an excellent clique.

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Unsigned fragment hints at Victoria Cross tale and rugby clash

A garbled sports piece mentions a Victoria Cross related to a military context and a rugby club match. It references players like a three-quarter back, Pranzie, Nor cia Union, Sieequarar, and Mull Chub, noting powerful play and stoppages. The text is incomplete and difficult to parse.

Jack Thas Rowie Victoria Crown Neethewn Rusby Tousail Laewhengat Hepmaan Pranzie Niette Norcia Union Sieequarar

NSW Rugby League Results and Mixed Soccer Scores

A scrambled OCR style report lists various rugby league results and related sports notes. It references teams, players, and locations in a dense jumble, including scores and names, though the exact figures and events are obscured by garbled text.

United Services to Play Schools for War Chest Fund

United Services clash with Combined Great Public Schools in a patriotic fundraiser at the university stadium on May 20 25. Proceeds benefit the War Chest Fund as Navy and Army sides likely wear England blue and red kit in a spirited match arranged by the Nib W nghy League.

Union Corcies United Services Universiny War Chest Lyc Arran Nib. W. Nghy Schosle Bpofts Arms Navy England W. Whiay Tog Parviculase

Fragmented OCR note on wartime sports tour

An unclear OCR passage mentions players and a war era sports tour with references to Australian participants and a manager. It describes various names, actions, and opinions about a touring team, and notes an individual’s long service and a later organization of volunteers.

Rugby Greats and War Service Recap Amid War Time

The article surveys rugby greats and wartime service, detailing players like Waleh, Harvey, and Tarvey from Ireland New Zealand and Australia. It notes their positions, injuries, and postwar honors, including CGMs and USO awards, alongside families with multiple rugby internationals. It reflects on All Blacks selections and the impact of war on team strength and national pride.

Great South African Kicker and Wallaby Opinions

A Sydney era report cites WLS praising Douglas Mauer and others for long range goal kicking during South Africa’s 1905 tour in England. It notes Morkel’s penalty and fast, heavy kicking, plus Hill’s praise for New Zealand and Wallaby strengths amid a vigorous rugby exchange.

WLS Sporting Chronic Manchester Douglas Mauer Bally Menehger James Lomem Union Wicker Australia Wow. Mill Swansea Weroas Rc Ineke & Numbes Jehar” Markel England Merkel Eneland New Zealand Auadalie Alten Sponte Hill Wallabies Eirousts HK. Mealancer Wits Tosede Sheichs Wickham Mockel Wirslum Amy Ley Spraug Morket Alva Irae Ena Westy Inter Fatisna Bi Morkel New Pestender Reid Gana Rss Wmerkel Heisander Europe Morkel Wallace Inehda Fevidad Corraspondem Ealana Bert Wicen

All Blacks Captain in England and Rugby Warfare

A garbled recount discusses New Zealand All Blacks captains in England, noting Gallaher and Gee in 1909. It reflects on touring tactics, forward play, and public reaction, citing Bevan, Gallaher, and Welwyn as influential figures while describing formations, pace, and the controversy over New Zealand forwards and tackling styles during the tour.

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Sordid Rugby Row Sparks Controversy In Early Match

Fragmented OCR recounts a contentious rugby scene with accusations against players Gale Gallarey and Lan Seould, claims of offside, late penalties, and heated exchanges as officials try to calm the unrest. Names appear garbled but key figures and a dominant wing forward are noted amid the melee.

Ceaiain Vse Ty Tin Dominion Hall Bavi Forte Hellibask Gale Luhiey Wien

Restyle of rive Svimey spaces and football turmoil

Fragmented OCR text describes association football, suspensions, delays, and allegiance disputes amid a chaotic scene. Names like Sydney, Balmain, Drummoyne appear amid unclear events, with references to notaries, authorities, and ongoing tension affecting players and matches.

Sidney Tibet Revel Sivaney Berdke Hacia Loran Wetaeru Abemn Thy Merpolitan Wontie Avrisuon Aisaush Tee Sinnel Fitia Toesuus Jaen Balmain Brimmoyne Ite Uelbwalerare Emai

Century-Old Rugby Minion Debate Echoes Past Times

A fragmentary recap hints at early 20th century rugby figures and events, mentioning Northern Union and Scottish internationals. It cites Mayor J Benulis and Cambridge University players, with scattered references to New Zealand teams and a long-past 32-year period at Galand, preserving a sense of historical sports discourse and national pride.

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Paddington and Balmain Fight For Fourth Place

Paddington and Balmain contest the race for fourth as Sydney and Balmain vie for semis. The round closes August 16 with Newtown, Paddington, and Balmain in the chase, while top teams push for finals. Sidneys strong form, Balmain’s defense, and key players like Ware and Moran shape the finish.

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