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Newspaper
Sydney Referee
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jan 02, 1918
Page
4
A Jamaican style summary of a cricket match details Glebe openers Korman and W Callen delivering pace at the Sydney venue. Noting batters from Petersham and Petersham players, it records fall of wickets, fielding plays, and key overs. Mentions Selhurst Broad and squad shifts, plus historical reflection on Australian cricket figures.
The Yorkshire county clubs at Leeds telegraphy discussed avowed returns for annual subs with 100 members already paying. Grants of 200 to Beathield, 150 to ds, and 66 to Dewsaury, Horroc, and Hull were approved to support county cricket as the season nears readiness.
In a Christmas half marathon style clash, North and South Teamania faced Launceston with Tasmanian players. South secured victory as H Porsser top scored with 43 and 40, while A India contributed 43 and 25 not out for the North. Bally claimed eight for 37, Colin Newton took eight for 64 and seven for 26, aiding the South to 192 for the North’s 132 and 3b.
Victoria defeated South Australia by an innings and 46 runs at Melebourne oval. New South Wales won their match by innings and 90 runs. Victoria and New South Wales met in the final. New South Wales won by four runs, with Wic Joris Fores taking 68 and 22. Moore Park player scored 24 in a tense innings.
A long reminiscence recalls Sydney cricket figures from decades past. Mentions include Frank Kedate, Ryd Gregory Best, and Buckkilley, with notes on players from Melbourne Grammar, Sydney Grammar, and local schools. Highlights cover age spans, notable scores, and cross city matches, plus references to Lieut Reginald Spofforth and families tied to the sport.
The report describes Sydney reaching 200 for the first time, Aington at Shore, Noble steering the home team in on two wickets though not dominant for batsmen. Opening pair Long and Gray produced 62 with NEora. Dwyer offered chances. Gerdes added 24 before bowled to a fine swinger. Leate and Rogert added 20 as eight wickets fell for 00, Humphries delivering hard hitting before an uncertain finish.
A detailed cricket match summary describes openings by Dwyer and Sryth, notable batting by Baker and Noble, and tight bowling by Hall, Sherill, and Noble. The narrative covers scores, partnerships, and key moments, noting a decisive 68 by Hall and a late surge by Leary, with observers calling for awards and comparing performances at Sydney Cricket Ground and More Park.
A fragmented reminiscence traces prominent cricketers and footballers in Melbourne, naming figures such as Jack Worrall, Canon Hughes, and others. It recalls club leadership, veterans, and interwar sport circles, noting influence of officials and past eras in Essendon, Melbourne clubs, and interclub dynamics.
An English friend attends a discussion of cross country racing and the longevity of athletes. The Ranelagh Harriers and Blatke Neath Harriers are highlighted with key runners such as CG Wade WN Botian and Allen Roilienarn noted for their laps and performances. The piece reflects on veteran competitors with over twenty years of service and the sport's enduring appeal.
A retrospective column highlights players like Worrall and Wallace, praising their batting and bowling prowess, recounting Test and Sheffield Shield form, with remarks on Markel’s goal kicking and the athletic scenes from New Zealand versus Australia. The piece blends cricket and football memories, celebrating past stars and recent performances in a nostalgic, period voice.
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