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Newspaper
Sydney Referee
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 01, 1918
Page
4
A garbled report outlines a dispute between promoters and officials of the American Amateur Swimming Association. It references letters from Unmack and Coffman and mentions Durack and Ries among others, with criticism over organizational conduct and expectations during a tour involving Australian and American teams.
An OCR fragment references amateur athletics and Catholic colleges in Australia, naming NSW Ladies USA, Fra ngisco events, and various individuals and teams. Mentions include New South Wales rugby union figures, athletic meetings, and intercollegiate competitions with scattered names such as Everett Chewtian Broinie, Mr Coffman, and Mr Unmacke.
Reports from Sydney confirm word of birthdays for travelers and sailors tied to wartime events. Names include Noble and Macartney, with notes on health and morale as ships were captured near New Games and the German raider activities.
A London speech by Lieutenant Colonel F. Stanley Jackson and remarks by A R Hares urge national reconstruction via sport. They argue that every sport should strengthen character and that regular physical activity proven by military training boosts postwar Britain. Cricketers and cricket averages from Adelaide cricket clubs are reported amid transitions after the war.
The Sydney Club edged a late rally against Balmoral in a windy contest with four ties, as Rive and Lindsay led the doubles while Peach and Engel struggled. Todd and Rice improved, taking the final rubber in a 6-2 6-4 win, with Sydney clinching 4-2 in the tie.
A fragmentary report discusses Australian boxers in France under army and navy small gloves rules. The text mentions Mehegan's death and a grave feature, plus a note about communications from Jim Donald. Dated France February 4, the column reflects wartime Australian press tone with scattered phrases.
A fragmented wartime journal recounts boxing results from brigade competitions with names such as Lyn Thiscott Jack Smith and Hugh Mehegan, plus tennis doubles anecdotes from the Victorian Association and Camberwell tournament fundraising for Mont Park Hospital. The piece mourns Hughie Mehegan and reflects on war, sport, and alumni.
A garbled wartime communication from a soldier recalls the line of battle and missing comforts. It mentions friendship, farewell phrases, and resolve to endure. The faded text hints at Australian wartime letters, camaraderie, and the hope of return.
A fragmented report highlights Australians in Europe and in Sydney sports circles. It notes Lieut K. C Radford dying of wounds in France amid accounts of the 64th Bowery team, Sydney cricket links, and Victorian players. Mentions include Ack Carter, Mo ran Balmain Newtown Feelsbem and others, plus club carnivals, swimming records, and upcoming arrivals of Phompeon and Yoonan to Sydney for social chats with club members.
A fragmented notice from The Sunday Mirror describes a promotion offering a free picture paper ticket with no conditions. It mentions purchasing a paper near Sunday and exchanging for a ticket, with emphasis on no cost. Names and exact terms are unclear due to the damaged text.
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