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Newspaper
Sydney Referee
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 15, 1939
Page
15
A discussion on bowling technique emphasizes accuracy over brute strength. It argues only two true drivers exist, urges mastering the four delivery angles, and stresses correct grip, stance, and timing for consistency and control. The piece cites examples and cautions against common faults in hand positions and release.
A fragmented report discusses responses by IF Dreams. Come True and others on abolition of "lost" matches for social ones, with comments from MSW president and V.BA vice president. It outlines bowling technique terms, grips, and delivery tips, citing names like Charlie Mc Neill and Gordon Sargeant amid chaotic coverage.
S.S.W. dominated with twelve line wins while Victoria managed four rink victories led by Sargeant. Poor judgment and misplayed ends shifted momentum, as N.S.W. and others surged. key players miscued, and changing skips altered the outcome amid windy conditions.
A fragmented recount of sporting spirit and fair play in local games. The piece contrasts players who honor rules with those who seek advantages. It notes a popular crux about sport as integrity and the duty to act right, even in casual play.
A fragmented instruction note from Fremantle CWA II outlines how to conduct a conalatoncy competition. It discusses player order, point counting by bowl closer, and hand motions for practice without releasing the bowl. It also references chalked sketches for bowl sizes and steps like short or long strides.
Vintage ad offers a full course of eastern instruction labeled POW To Become a Champion from Boomerang. Priced at 5/6 with 4d postage, the compact notice appeals to readers seeking written guidance delivered by mail.
Letter from H Young of Port Pirie praises The Referee instructional pieces on bowling faults and technique. He says adopting advised grips and training methods improved his game, citing local titles and championships won after following the guidance.
A clipped quotation from Say They oR SCOTT and Pope and Josh Dillinga discusses attitude and performance. The speakers warn against hesitation and emphasize action over empty boasts. The muddled text underscores a chaotic or informal oral fragment from a historical page.
A fragment from All Quarters ND hints at a rumor that Percy Pidgeon considers his Jignumis dated. It notes that modern bowls equipment marks the first rung on success and cites a prominent Australian tester criticizing many old bowls still in use.
Speaking of official testers, a set of bowls owned by a skip who plays Interstate matches was tested for bias and wobble. The debate centers on balance, with notable figures like Ernie Hawke and John Scott defending test methods while others question methods and results amid intercity play.
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