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Newspaper
Sydney Referee
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jul 14, 1926
Page
6
Australian players Woodfull Andrews and Ryder score centuries as they dominate nine matches in England with strong batting and solid fielding. The report details early Test discussants, Cambridge opposition, and match conditions including weather, crowds, and key catches and dismissals.
Fred Spoflied, once called the Australian denoy, faced a complex estate settlement with multiple legacies. The will allocates Etheron 209 to a trust for heirs, with the balance divided among his son Ralph, daughter Timothy, and widow LOG. The banner highlights a contentious division, a long-standing family dispute, and a plan for remarrying and residency among the heirs.
In memory of Frank O Keeffe an Australian cricketer who died overseas while leaving his homeland to play in Lancashire His burial occurs at Clayiemly Meer with a ceremony led by Lanenahire County Cricket Club It notes a memorial reef and a Water Deal for the heated game price mentioned locally.
A faded report extols Wiedfull for powerful batting against swift bowlers, noting his rarely mis-timed strokes and steady form. It praises his innings as a standout display of timing and power, with constructive fielding support and a high scoring rate, marking him as a premier performer.
Australia dominates the July Trent Bridge fixture winning by an innings and 28 runs. Key figures include Woodfull Ponsford and Mailey for Australia, while England fields players such as Smith and Grimmett. The match also references high attendance figures and a second Twenty First match context with Worcester and Worcestershire lineups.
The article surveys winter rowing events in Victoria and Western Australia with nations’ crews, clubs, and competitions noted. It records W.B. Holthorn’s death in an aviation accident, honors his career, and mentions U.S. tour observations of Culver Military Academy crews and Lincoln Park Club. The piece highlights interclub contests, winter season readiness, and prominent figures in Australian rowing circles.
The Victorian crew featured strong performances with Manin taking the crown and Holstam among the top boatmen. The Hawthorns Rowing Club saw a maiden victory and rising form from a noted competitor. Choden Donald faced criticism at the event but the determined athlete prevailed, while the Victorian contingent including the late-funeral participants rowed in support.
Sydney Woopan credits Doan's Ointment with curing years of eczema after trying remedies. She read pamphlets, used Doan's, and reports the skin became clear after a short period. The ad urges readers to buy Doan's through local druggists and follow the receipt price.
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