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Newspaper
Sydney Referee
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 29, 1923
Page
8
Australian men excel in American doubles at the Davie Cup, defeating teams including the United States and Britain. Hawkes Anderson and partners delivered standout play, while Tilden Norton and others showcased form in the doubles rounds amid a strong Australian showing.
Australians for Japan plan to return via Japan after a trip to America. The squad will spend about two weeks touring and preparing. Players Ki, Harada, and Angio Angise are among the notables with Smarice and Aimwell. The young Jaen players also will compete this year, hoping for a domestic buildup. The team aims to resume play in America early next year with up to 16 Australians in the squad.
From New York on July 1 the Heberee notes J C Anderson captain of the Australian challengers for the Davis Cup arrived after crossing the continent with a brief stop in Vancouver. Anderson, ranked No 6 on the world list, demonstrated improved form and spoke of a thoroughly representative Australian team while preparing for the July ties against Hawaii.
In a district sports note, teams face delays and adjustments as fixtures restart amid changes in schedule. Key officials outline renewed play, with captains named for the Homestead club and Sydney district ongoing competition plans.
Joe Whitton defeats T Cheadle to retain the Australian title at Seaton. Whitton dominates with a faultless display through the rounds, winning key holes, with strong play from Sinclair and Weikton supporting, as Whitton secures the championship in a tight finish.
A New Zealand Rugby Union delegation discussed the England invitation with no mention of players expenses. The group plans a special meeting by September 3 to consider terms, travel, and ownership of any contingent arrangements, aiming to report progress to the union.
A scrambled OCR sample mixes pigeon homing progress and exotic sporting notes. Mentions Miss Bauer and distances on the Channel swim, with European figures and a Rome invitation. Descriptions reference trials, international rivals, and ceremonial orders amid varied athletic feats.
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