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Newspaper
Sydney Referee
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Nov 21, 1935
Page
5
A discussion of sport as a moral force drawing nations together. Sir Theodore Cook’s praise of fair play and the Olympic ideal frames a report on England cricket’s tour, the MCC goodwill team, and the enduring bond between Australia and England through cricket amid postwar tensions.
The Biliseds Council in England invites Walter Lindrum and Clark MacConachy to compete for the world snooker title. Australia and New Zealand champions are expected to cross the Atlantic, with possible lineups featuring Lindrum, Connolly, and Lindrun as main contenders.
A garbled profile of Tommy Loughran portrays him as a colorful, popular light heavyweight. The piece recalls wins over Carpentier, Tunney, Baer, and Braddock while noting his gentle persona, charitable acts, bachelor status, lifelong boxing ties, and daily church attendance.
Edinburgh University led a mixed crowd of New Zealand and Australian students in a dramatic rugby spectacle. Dr Fell declined to play against his countrymen, but Louis Greig appeared in the Scottish colors as Scotland faced a fierce New Zealand challenge. With trains from far cities and intense cheering, the match kept Scots hopeful while New Zealand pressed hard and tested the home team’s defense.
IM KELLY recalls cricket memories as he watches the Australian colts in England. He reflects on debates about Test status and a career tied to New South Wales and Victoria, noting his invitation to Sydney in 1894 to qualify as a wicket keeper.
A fragmentary cricket diary recalls Paddington versus Canterbury at C.G. and Morgan, with Alick Bannerman and Harry Bloes, the latter stumped on the leg side. The piece laments England neglect and muses on a proposed Australia Colts tour to England, naming George Ly Gurnsey and Frank Gins Bow.
English athletes competed in a 1 mile walk event held on September 21 at the Adl-Rogland walls. Dickinson of Loanenshire Wo led with a strong performance, earning high honors while Pea Clays of Shetferd United HL finished second in a tense championship context.
Fragmentary notes describe lawn tennis courts at S C G amid new pavilion works. Mentions terrace removal, added courts for local players, and potential changes to No 2 area. Unclear details and several garbled phrases.
An OCR reading describes a chaotic football scene with scattered phrases about a game in Rome and Scottish players, a tense finish, weather effects, and disordered names including Mrs. George Dixon. The text is garbled and hard to follow but hints at a late dramatic moment and attendance by local figures.
Four British records were broken or equalled as England dominated an international swimming test at Newport Wales on September 2nd with Scotland second and Wales third. Notable performances included a new 200 yard backstroke mark and Miss M Mare arine setting a precision record. details remain fragmented in the report.
The article praises Miss Hartigan for gracious conduct and superior form in the NSW women’s singles final, noting her calm demeanor, sportsmanship, and poised reaction to umpire decisions. It contrasts her example with less commendable behavior seen in some players, urging continued graceful play.
McGrath withdraws from a singles match with Hopman after Friday's delay. Hopman delivered a lengthy rally showing solid form, while McGrath struggled with errors and fatigue. In doubles on Saturday, McGrath faced tough opposition and overextended effort, leaving readers hopeful for future improved play.
A letter from M Lionel Theobald secretary of Wallington NC recalls members lost in service. He notes Eric Harper and David Gallahos among those who died in 1913 and later, and asks for a memorial acknowledgment of the three-quarter and other players who served with the New Zealand Mounted Rifles and Canterbury regiments in the All Nations Divisional Rugby tournament at Richen-le-210n.
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