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Newspaper
Sydney Referee
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Feb 28, 1917
Page
5
The article argues against prohibiting motor imports in Australia, naming key figures such as Hughesters and various ministers. It cites figures on import values, discusses court procedures, and argues that maintaining imports supports employment, industry development, and consumer access while noting potential economic impacts.
The Australian Automobile Club sections report urgent road works along the Bunbury River route to Yarrangobilly Caves and Tyrant, with bridges needed and river depths hindering travel. Queensland and Victoria clubs plan reliability trials and publish a Motor Devices Handbook, while members and guests discuss road conditions, club activities, and upcoming events across Sydney, Brisbane, and Melbourne.
An article reviews worm drive in motor vehicles, detailing ground clearance, wheel relation, and engineering tradeoffs. It notes overseas reports and discusses weight, wheelbase, and body clearance effects on performance, with opinions from engineers and industry figures. It also covers a 100 miles anniversary race in Sydney and various motorcycling events and developments in Australia and Britain.
Report from Sydney on the Gunnedah event highlights the strong showing by Miss Wylie who nearly defeated Miss Durack in a decisive sprint. The renewal featured Moyds, Durack and other notable swimmers, with judges led by Mrs. Hugh O Melntook and remarks on water conditions and upcoming races.
The article reports on endurance swinging experiments at Greenbank with observers noting long sessions and varied claims. It discusses limits in hours, conditions of supervision, and references to records set or attempted by Lawcon and Dobrille with certificates and committee oversight.
The event, held in New South Wales, featured competitors from Queensland and South Australia. Notable performances included Mah Mai who claimed the world champion title, with Myo Shevey and Lily Herutepace securing strong showings. Crowds faced delays and some turnaways, while prizes and transport accommodations were noted, including sticks for the event.
A cryptic diary like entry describes Eid activities and political figures preparing for a parade. It references representatives, a mayoral context, and mentions Syria India or Wales connections while noting rapid chatter and shifting loyalties. The tone hints at a civic gathering and the influence of women in leadership roles.
Melbourne junior championships featured life saving shows and swimming races with 2000 to 3000 spectators. The Melbourne Club showcased strong junior talent with promising performances across events, while special encouragements aimed to boost junior achievement and future rating.
A garbled report from Adelaide describes a swimming event and a world record attempt involving the swimmer Simin Tedoseee and others. The text references names like B Kieran and Seaver and mentions a lengthy relay or combined times, with notes on retirements and local coverage. The fragmentary source details multiple individuals and possible outcomes, including a relief on a reported achievement.
The report notes the funeral of Mr Denver, long associated with Mosman, held at Gore Hill Cemetery on Friday afternoon. It lists family and community attendees, with mention of a residence in Mosman and a career spanning local business and sporting circles.
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