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Newspaper
Sydney Referee
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Feb 02, 1921
Page
1
A fragmented OCR styled article covers Australian cricket tour details, team members, and match observations. It names H L Collins Vi Armstrong and Six Players, discusses fielding, batting struggles, and notes on Willis and Ryden, with mentions of Oudheld, Victoria, and Sydney venues and spell of play.
Fragments from a 19th century newspaper recall criticism of English reporters and players. The piece discusses writers' duties, the need for unbiased observation, and the impact of press on team esprit de corps during the England versus Australia season.
The Rosehill meeting featured a strong backers’ show with Goorianawa outstaying Volpi in the feature. Furious and Veccine led juvenile action amid a crowded program, while White Phast topped a late win sequence and a host of horses contested every yard, with several trainers praised for late drives and sharp finishes.
The article notes H J Robinson retires after many years with a stable including notable horses such as Potrel and Erasmus. Ill health of his wife and eldest son, plus wartime strain, prompted the decision. He plans to wind down Easter then tour property and study potential buyers, referencing past successes like Moreton Handicap winner Call There and other horses trained by W Ketvo.
A garbled OCR passage discusses Demosthenes and a study scene, referencing Sydney, New Zealand, Australia, and various figures like Miller. It mentions debates, travel, and alleged opinions about Demosthenes with uncertain names and dates, offering little coherent narrative.
A detailed critique of Langer’s crawl technique compares it to Australian methods, noting Langer’s opposite timing, arm pull, and coordinated knee kick. The piece highlights breathing, posture, and muscle economy, contrasting with Norman Ross and American styles, while praising Langer as a champion and urging professional coaching to boost national swimming.
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