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Newspaper
Sydney Referee
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Feb 05, 1919
Page
11
A garbled OCR line hints at a local context with scattered names and numbers. It mentions 26 and 100 rupees and a person or place possibly linked to a small transaction or notice. The fragmentary text lacks clear events, dates, or identifiable organizations.
A dense account of athletic events at Sydney grounds featuring Botany Harriers vs East Sydney teams. It lists competing clubs RAC and Redbery Harriers and notes university and public athletic entities involved, with emphasis on hurdles, jumping, and throwing events. Names of athletes and organizers are scattered throughout.
A detailed reminiscence of Sydney, Australian, and New Zealand athletes at a meeting with mentions of Gratdemante Grandemaengs and Maurice Grandemaengs. The report covers hurdles, sprint distances, and jumping events with notes on technique, records, and notable performances. It reflects on era records, trainers, and the evolving methods in hurdle racing and field events.
A historical report describes events at the Australia Day sports meeting in Brisbane. It highlights amateur walkers and pole vault results, noting performances by F Malloy, Lar Odin, and T Kerr, among others. It mentions Mr Brown’s observations and the overall aim of advancing amateur athletics through detailed competition.
The report highlights athletes like Naylor and Kennedy from Australia and Canterbury in a weekend meet at Mellulurme Beehintion Grounds and Canterbury Park Races. It notes sprint and hurdling events, notable entrants from Pioneer, and mentions preparations for upcoming carnivals and public reporting of results.
The third round of the MORE grade matches featured a tough wind as shooters competed in champion and handicap series. Secretary B. Parvnidlee led early, with many riflesmen faltering while Warran and Ehener oversaw the range. The Champion Grade was won by Joye, with notable scores from Meaptlene and a Metropolitan Railway lead. Standings show Randwick and Sydney Relaters among top teams, but overall field strength varied as teams balanced practice and competition.
Mr Walter Methel outlines a comprehensive plan to establish country schools during summer vacation. The effort aims to staff and equip centers, recruit instructors, and engage local committees, with 200 teachers and about 20,000 children impacted. Department resources and local support are noted as critical to implementation.
The report describes a lively coursing gathering with dogs, handlers, and spectators. It notes key participants such as Darragh and Mes, mentions preparations, and hints at the procedural excitement surrounding trials and eating interactions, reflecting local interest in the sport.
Report from Amesbury details W A Phillips Hill Farm Dairy at Five Dock hosting an event with dogs and bitches named Fanny Brown and Cassie, plus puppies from Custicisland. Observers note the dogs’ color, size, and training as crowds watch racing and swimming demonstrations.
The column reflects on the death of Mr. RM. Stollery, notes his prominence in Irish coursing and greyhound circles, and recalls his support of the sport. It also mentions racing figures, ownership of dogs such as Sylph and Steam Whistle, and comments on breeding and race practices, alongside broader notes about upcoming meetings and associates in the field.
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