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Newspaper
Sydney Referee
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jan 19, 1916
Page
6
Gossip notes from a crowded billiards scene featuring W. HL Meawell and others. Mentions trips between Melbourne, Hampton, and George Gray, plus images, performances, and bets. The piece hints at Australian lands, a charity angle, and lively spectator attention.
Fragmentary notes show a war fund appeal discussed at a local gathering. Names and places are partly unreadable but some figures and dates appear, including mentions of Daley and Watford streets. The text suggests contributions or pledges were acknowledged, with totals and interwoven private notes.
A fragmented obituary recalls Captain Jenkinson a famed British fencer. He competed in amateur and national events from 1903 to 1906 alongside R. Mune and others, earning praise for skill and exemplary conduct. He represented Britain in Paris and London teams and was captain of the British epee squad.
The letter from Marmite’s R Otto challenges the world for a mahogany wood chopping bout and a world championship match. He accepts purses chosen by opponents and asserts only a sanctioned body could govern such a title, with Queensland debates and other parties safeguarding the claim.
A chaotic reported match sees Waverley defeat Leichhardt 21 to 15 amid errors and standout innings. Thompson and Petersham star Harold Pravks led Waverley while Ford and Comber shone for Leichhardt, with Blue Sox beating Petersham 210 to 0 in another listed contest.
The Amateur Sportswomen aided the combined Assuela Lone fundraiser with events across the day. President Mrs. Noger Pi hardinas reported major donations audited, including a moonlight concert and harbor excursion that netted 2240 pounds. Director Mr TM Balch chaired the committee and praised the support.
A wartime roundup from Wellington reports New Zealand athletes affected by the conflict. It notes players who served, injuries, and losses among canterbury and Wellington clubs, with mentions of footballers, hockey players, and university competitors and their fates as World War I widens.
A historical wartime campaign urges Australian schools and clubs to donate sporting gear and materiel for the Australian forces. The appeal details required items, shipping plans, and depot addresses in Sydney, calling on students and organizations to fast track parcels to support the war chest effort.
In Pearith a local gun club announces a due date for member meetings and registration. Officials urge participants to confirm attendance at the Lade Lake facility and note safety protocols and contact details for arranging visits.
The Bathurst Gun Club held a prize week with a £30 and £20 event and a separate Open Handicap at Penn. The Nepean Gun Club ran a 25 Open Handicap at Penn with notices by J Baker. Details show records, winners, and club proceedings, including remarks on past champions and the season’s activity at multiple clubs, with abundant names and places noted.
The report chronicles a field shoot event with numerous participants and birds shot. It highlights top shooters including The Squire at Table Top and Fred J. Mitchell, noting strong performances and near misses. The piece also mentions a forthcoming autumn meeting and an imperial council gathering, indicating ongoing competitive bird shooting events.
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