Metropolitan Track and Field Championships War Fund Meet
The NSW CARAAL council discussed not holding state championships and planned a Dunn Shield like metropolitan meet of 16 events on two Saturdays to fund patriotic causes. A special committee was appointed to study conditions and improvements while H S Alpe, a 48 year old veteran walker, completed a long Christchurch Hawarden tramp in 11 hours 11 minutes, raising funds for veterans along the route.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Council of the
NSW Caraal
Dunn Sheldonypetetons
Otal
Connell
Hell
Kure
Co Gil
H. 5
Alpe
Christchurch
New Zealand
Hawaiien
South Island
Middle Island
England
London
Brighton
Hawarden
Marble Arch
Lancon
Martyr's Memorial
Oxford
Lenion Stock Exchange
T. BE. Hanmond
Canterbury Veterans’ Home Fund
Mr. Alpe
Olympic A.A.C. wins challenge match over Botany Harriers
The Australian Football Ground at Mascot hosted a windy challenge match in which Olympic A.A.C. defeated Botany Harriers 104 to 49. Beaver led the Olympic efforts with multiple sprint and distance wins, while Potter and Fraser shone in jumping and shorter races.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Botany Harriers
Olympic A.alc
Mascot
Olympic
Botany Club
Olympic Aa.c
Botany
Olympics
Henderson
Whs
F. E. Beaver
Hercules
W. J. Potter
T. Fraser
H. W. Sweeting
R. L. Bonham
J. J. Walshe
JY Dsf
Bk Beaver
J. J. Walebe
Turany
It Strece
SVN
F. FE
Beaver
A. Henderson
Qlympic
D. J. Walebe
Hotany
A. Ane
Serretinge
Prager
Olempiet
Tie
Potter
Fitton Ooenapies
STE
JDM
Potter Cobenepie
Carteernytt
Metanys
Western Suburbs
Wester Duturbe
Australian clubs plan handicap events at Sports Ground
Qbbs and the Olympic AAC members decide racing and field handicaps at the Sports Ground tonight including 15yd, 880yd, running hop step and jump and a mile walk handicap. The Botany Harriers plan a picnic tumeling at Kurnell next Saturday with other clubs joining in. AAA events at Sydney AAC will feature sprints, hops, and distances, while a St Patrick's Day Sports is set for March 18 and Tasmanian athletes report on khaki contingents and refereeing support.
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Olympic Aa.c
N.5.w. Walting and
FG. Club
Botany Harriers
Kurnell
Use En
Sydney Aa.c
Spares
Gaturlay Neat
Pratuen Park
Avhfeld
AAA
Police
Vicermen
Til ‘Neetine
St. Patrick's Day
Sid
Manly Venetian Carnival showcases East Sydney A A C
East Sydney Amateur Athletic Club members led a standout showing at Manly for the Venetian carnival wind-up supporting Manly Cottage Hospital funds. Thirty five members, including three state champions G Hansel R Sidman and T Maher, attended Our Village with 19 sprint participants and seven Allied relay teams. Notable events included Sidman clearing 4 ft 11 in high jump and Maher clearing 9 ft 6 in in pole vault.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
East Sydney A.A.C
Manly
Manly Cottage Hospital
East Sydneys
Oval
Tnp
Wiz
G. Hansel
R. Sidman
T. Maher
Mesara
A. Rolfe
W. B. Alexander
A. Barclay
S. A. Rolfe
G. Mayne
Pwo Ajydd
We. Mutton
A. m. DS
Htule
Zoyde
Gorp J. W. Allen
Miller
Iyi
A. Kain
Biyds
Tine
Rule
Wilkin
Young
Maher
Ser
Wilkinson
Dim
Vogt
Sal
Australia
S. &. Brooks
Tre
Lynet
W. Data
Japan
West Britain
A N A National Fete At Melbourne Exhibition
The 27th national fete of the Australian Natives Association was held at the Melbourne Exhibition Building and Grounds on Saturday with thousands watching athletic and cycling events. Notable riders included G Halpin A D Patrick and H H Horton, and Halpin's heat shave a near miss as he set a new Australasian amateur mark in the final. A Tozer suffered serious injuries in the half-hour cycle teams race. Post events featured cross country runners and track athletes with several Vic and Tas champion names mentioned and preparations for Victoria’s ten miles walking championship. The Catholic Societies hosted the Melbourne J Patrick's Day Sports on March 16 for amateurs with events and entry deadlines set.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South Shields
John Hatton
Sherwood Foresters
Manchester “Athletic News
Sea Front
7A Athierie
Tyne Garrison
R. A. K. Montgomery
C.E. D
Cereral Enetich
Govabey
Thor Bet Tobi
Halpin
N.S.W
Schneider
A. Tozer
Vic
M. Boyd
Pooteermy
Eitwrlton
aCarl
Tis
Zod
Semin Akei
Mne
tHawtbares
Maton Warlens
Lew
Mivdge
Terai
Daewoo
Lamiaadeer
Wivds
Lone
Imebir
Dive
Iterat Nrw
Uys
Berens
F Wells
Fred) Davenport
Hawthorn H
Dardanelles
Richmond
L. W. Weber
Carlton H
Steven
Pte Ro O. Allen
Melb. H
Victoria
Gallipoli
Seret. H
Marshall
Caulfield Tally-Ho
Scotland
R. L. Luter
Vic. Field Games
Hal Scott
Melburnian Hare and Hounds
Bird
Smythesdale
Hipe
Melbourne Cricket Ground
Ronner
O'Brien
Jack Harris
Harrison
Mount
Harris
Mufti
Watson
Scone
N.8.w
New South Wales
J. M. Watson
Great Runners From Days of Austra lian Glory
A wartime letter from Arthur Lynch MP to Frank Hewitt recalls the golden era of Australian athletics. He lists rivals such as Hipe Bird O'Brien and Watson of Scone, and recalls Smythesdale where Hewitt impressed with his style. The piece celebrates past greats and enduring athletic prowess.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Hewitt
Arthur Lynch
M.P
House of Commons
England
George Black
London
Sydney
Australia
Wm. Hipe
Hipe
Smythesdale
Bignell
Sansom
Jack Lewin
Selby the English cricketer recalled in Ballarat reminiscences
Arthur Lynch writes a long reminiscence to Frank Hewitt praising Ballarat runners and athletes. He recalls Selby and Bob Sharp in Ballarat purses, names Jack Martin Geelong Allsop Bendigo Douglas and Pompey Austin, notes aboriginal runners like Cooper, and mentions Jack White and Bill Lang. He laments Lang's workhouse end and urges public support for aging champions. He closes with admiration for Hewitt and a salute to enduring athletic spirit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jack Martin
Geelong
Melbourne Cricket Ground
Allsop
Bendigo
Bob Sharp
Douglas
Eaglehawk
Samuels
Smythesdale
Reading
Jack Donaldson Eyn
Powderhall entries, New Year handicap and NZ union vote
Powderhall 130yds handicap drew 135 entries with noted entrants such as W R Applegarth J Donaldson and C J Mears. NZ Athletic and Cycling Union halted championships and calendar publication through war, with executive to serve until war’s end. Also mentions Axemen's and Pipers and Dancers' associations affiliation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Powderhall
Pte
W. R. Applegarth
J. Donaldson
Australia
C. J. Mears
J. Runney
Runney
London
New Zealand Athletic and Cycling Union
Masterton
Axemen’s Association
Pipers and Dancers’ Association
Amateur Rowing Items At Anniversary Regatta
A reader laments 3000 rowers in the colors and criticizes three absent clubs from the Anniversary Regatta. Sailors supported the event for the 80th year, weather was mild, but the rowing crews’ no-show drew adverse comment. The Governor showed little interest in the rowing race, unlike the 18-footers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iron Cove
More Leichhardt Rowing Club Add Three Names
Three additional members of the Leichhardt Rowing Club are inscribed on the honor roll E Williams F Plumb and W Parker bringing total enlistments to 74 Ernie Williams longtime LRC figure ex captain 1911 1912 returned to Sydney last year and re joined now vice captain until recently resigning due to business Plumb and Parker have not won inter club races Plumb played three years in Balmain Rugby first grade team
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leichhardt Rowing Club
E. Williams
F. Plumb
W Parker
Ernie Williams
L.R.C
Adelaide
Mercantile Club
Sydney
Balmain Rugby Football Union Club
Interesting Letter Endorses Hean's Essence For Colds
Mr J W Doyle secretary of the Eight-hour and Labor Demonstration Committees writes that Hean's Essence is an exceptional remedy for colds with quick action and moderate price. He notes it appeals to workers with families and claims it saves money, offering details on purchase from chemists, stores, or by post from G W Hean Chemist at 178 Castlereagh Street Sydney. The piece reads as a promotional letter with endorsements and pricing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. W. Doyle
Hean
Anniversary Regatta on Sydney Harbor Winds Down Early
The Anniversary Regatta on Sydney Harbor, held Wednesday January 26, featured a shortened program with four races instead of the usual many. Only certificate prizes were awarded. sailing trophy support came from the Sydney Flying Squadron and Sydney Sailing Club. One rowing event was not contested as only Leichhardt No 7 appeared, though crews prepared to race. The day saw Governor Sir Gerald Strickland attend, with official ceremonies aboard the Premier.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney Harbor
Sydney Flying Squadron
Sydney Sailing Club
P. and Q. Or Orient Company
Kulger
Gerald Strickland
Leichhardt No. 7
G. Burton
W. Ellen
N. McGill
E. Renouf
F. Parker
Glebe Club
Balmain
Leichhardt Club
Frank Wheeler
Leichhardt Rowing Club
Jack Hoskins
Lassen
J. Hancock
W. Fullerton
J. Kelly
A. Atkinson
L. Hayton
P. Mawke
W. Logan
S. Elms
J. Olsen
G. Wotton
Abbott
R. Berry
F. Smith
W. Cullen
D. Cullen
H. Hunt
M. Cullen
W. Las
Coursing Visit to Ashfield and Five Dock Kennels
Adventure with Mr. Burke leads to Ashfield and Five Dock kennels run by Dan Darragh and W. A. Phillips. Inspectors view racing dogs and brood bitches including Castleisland, Thige L Arr, and Bold Princess, with remarks on performance, breeding, and the Hill Farm dairy and pets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. A. Phillips
Five Dock
Dan Darragh
Ashfield
A. Burke
Flotel Rawson
George-street
Castleisland
Killarney
Ashheld
Burke
Andy” Burke
Mr. Burke
Mrs. Darragh
Mr. Phillips
The
Hill Farm
Mr. Darragh
D. Darragh
Henry-street
Andrew Burke
L. D. Phillips
Kilmeadow
Dewy Mist
Bk d
Grand Slam
Crystal Star
EK W
Thige L'Arr
Miss Rawson
Bk B
Henry— Clematis
Antares
Uranus
Kilmeadon
Kilmainham
Pop
Braddon
Biot
Bloomee
Whelp
Also Mentioned on This Page
Metropolitan
Prodigal
W. Aaa
Mersin
J. P. Grinton
J. H Mukinnen A
W. Pickard
and &. A. Roll
Olympic A.A.C
Harriers
W. G George
C. G Holdaway
London Polyiemie Barriers
Nealla
Mr. Holdaway
George
Surbiton Retreation
Amin Gsee
Jo A. Edwards
Secretery
Tasmanian Amateur Athletic Association
Curly’ Clark
Pick’ Wheens
Bill Scott
Miud
Aome
ALAA
TAA
V. Wickens
J. Rule
V. Brooke
Acer
Aitren
Oydney
East Sydney
A.N.A. National Fete
Harmon Wray Beds
de Bemetan
Ayda
Mideertson
Bate Bled
Ala
Ta Federer
Bede
Selby
Ballarat
Bob
T. Millard
Bill Lang
John White
Jack White
Gateshead
Aisthd
Team Komg
Ali Hothschilds
Cuaig
Aitees
Oldsey
Ehari
Ascot Bachata
Redd Island
J. Coyle
G. Nicholls
C. Kayser
W. Dimmick
W. Russell
E. Bunyan
Wheeler
E. Davis
A. Clifford
Messrs
E. Willama
Con MacNamara
Balmain RC
Marsall MacNamara
Bondi
Army Service Corps
Bert Athorn
Garland
Reg Paki
Atkins
Oly
Arthur Scott
Reg Atkins
Halmain
A S.C
Norman Marshall
Banks Rowing Club
Gaba Tepe
N. Nation
Mercantile Rowing Club
Mercs
Essendon Rowing Club
Falla
Dunedin
Otago Rowing Club
J. A. Gentles
Auckland Rowing Club
Francesca
Orouher
Donovan
Hucktows
Dawleng Downs
Aevien
Ailirdigei
Stie Aw Lauigy
Darling DowWns
Darling Keown
Liat D. D'A Bega
Arno
Gulla aNo Anne
Wriptteko
Winchester
Amesbury
Darragh
N.S. Wales
Rooty Hill
Bk W
Miss Rawacn
Dor
Henty
Clemnvis
Roma Ricon
Kilmalhaom
Pon Jools
Jive Dock
Taffy's Pride
Kiliawn
White Hope
Imp
Fanny Brown
Bill
Henry—Warrego
Broad Bitches
Fanny Kuwa
Grand Slam Crystal Star
Aunt Bdally
Sam
Crystallite
Phillips
Chilipa
Fanny Srowne
Firefield
King’s Budget
Kurnell Belie
Sally
Grand Heath
Ius
Corona
Bernard Drake
Cuckfield
N.Z.C.A
Australasia
N.S.W.N.C.A
Divers
N.S.W. N.C.A
Divera
W.N .A
Tasmania
Dominion
M Metropolitan
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