Sydney Referee Newspaper Archives, Oct 1, 1919, p. 13

A Popular Player Once Held the Australian Record

Frank Laver, famed Australian cricketer, died in Melbourne at age 68. The long career included a record score of 382 not out for Australia and numerous high scores against South Australia and New South Wales. Laver was renowned as a gentleman bowler and batsman, touring England with three Australian elevens and later pursuing business in the Northern Territory.

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Victorian Comrade's Appreciation of Laver’s Cricket Legacy

A long tribute honors Frank Laver and fellow Australian cricketers of East Melbourne and Canterbury lore. The piece recalls Laver’s era, his record feats, and the enduring impact of early 20th century players on Melbourne and national cricket culture.

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Football highlights in quirky clipped era report

The article details rugby league and football results from Brisbane and New South Wales, noting Queensland and Hawke's Bay outcomes, plus New Zealand tests in Natal and Sydney matches. It mentions players such as Ogle and Gibb, refereeing, and crowd responses amid a long, racey collage of events and travel notes.

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Australians pile up 67 points to 4 in Napier rugby clash

The Australian Rugby League fixture at Maclean Park Napier drew about 500 spectators under ideal weather. Australia dominated Hawke’s Bay with early pressure and a try by Walkley and a successful goal by Osi. Aibership and Cubite added further scores as the visitors surged ahead. Hawke’s Bay saw Manning and an injured Hawke’s Bay player retire as Australia continued a confident offensive, finishing well in front.

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