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Newspaper
Sydney Referee
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jan 14, 1931
Page
4
A editorial contrasts wartime controls with postwar policy proposals on licensed betting shops taking ten percent revenue for the state. It argues such licensing would fuel illicit gambling, erode working-class morals, and corrupt homes while urging leaders to act with wartime resolve and high moral aims.
A detailed account of Captain Webb's perilous attempt to swim the Niagara River from the American to the Canadian shore. Spectators flocked to view the dive at the rapids, the whirlpool, and the fatal moment as he struggled against the Horseshoe Falls current. The inquest attributed drowning to the force of the water and its impact on respiration.
The article, written in a garbled style, praises a batsman figure likened to Joe Darling and Clem Hill while recounting feats against Western Australia and New South Wales. It mentions three centuries and a notable display of timing, power, and endurance, set amid references to a touring path and bowling strength.
In tough wet and dry conditions Eyre stands out as a strong talent and popular figure in Avatralat golf. His consistent play and calm temperament contribute to his status as a top contender, with notable strength on the greens and across multiple events.
A veteran shooter with 30 years of experience argues luck plays a role in rifle success. He notes the dominance of Gunn and other top marksmen in King’s Prizes, comparing aggregates and merit across years to question whether luck or merit decides results, offering his cautious view on the truth behind winning.
Fragmented text describes a collection of song scraps and quotes, mentioning a bootleg ballad and various musical phrases. It then shifts to reporting on a funeral at Manuelhd cemetery with about ten thousand attendees, police limits, and public homage. It ends with notes on the 1900 Olympic plan for Germany, costs, and embassy involvement.
The report records receipts from Interuntronic omtelios and the Davin Cup, totaling £ 368 and £ 490 respectively. It notes proposed British delegates seek rule alterations to the International Modern Hon to allow suspension or delay of play for guidance and to appoint a Hole Judge for decisions.
The event, to be held from July 80 to August 1 in Tod Anti poles Meme, features exhibitions and competitions across fossils, hieroglyphs, music, painting, sculpture, and related arts under General Charles H. Sherrill of New York, a member of the Transitional Olympia Committee and head of the Fine Arts Committee.
A garbled chronicling of a wealthy Indian breeder in England over seven years, detailing horse racing records and earnings. It notes his shift from buyer to breeder, with references to horses, Derby, stakes, and large sums, though many details are unclear or corrupted.
The article notes rugby league efforts in France after disputes within the union and a push by English officials to promote professional league play. It also reports on deaths linked to sports injuries, the American Open golf championship dates set for Inverness Club Toledo, Ohio, Olympic funding plans, Queensland rugby league figures, and various cricket fencing and track records from Britain and Australia.
An 0-year-old mare Communicative sold to the British Browdstock Agency for 1000 guineas. Numerous yearling and filly prospects by notable sires changed hands, including foals and mares from Gord Dabertion and Donneta lines. Prices ranged around 1000 guineas to 2640 guinea equivalents, with buyers such as Major Malliver and R Garton Donght among the bidders.
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