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Newspaper
Sydney Referee
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Oct 18, 1916
Page
8
A long, garbled 1916 era letter page recalls cricket clashes and wartime rugby links, noting Charles Kellen and others amid battles, honours, and personal tributes. It mentions Lieut Arnold and Captain Ward, Military Cross awards, and NSW and Sydney connections with military and sporting figures.
Fragmented text recounts odd historical prose about Jack Johnson and boxing, including harsh social contrasts and violence. It references Hugh D McIntosh, Ring Stories, and a controversial era. The wording is garbled but hints at race, punishment, and spectacle surrounding Johnson's victory.
McIntosh recalls Johnson being feted at a metro hotel after arriving by car as crowds gathered in fascination. An Italian sculptor works plaster of Paris to capture Johnson in a heroic pose while business talks unfold amid the public spectacle and the colored community watches the event with awe.
The report notes Fay War defeating Teacond at Insta Fenaniprandep al wrisker i banfon, with driver Prive AG Er ovoid Drath We'ts and B involved in the contest.
A fragmented interview with billiards legend Walter Lindrum covers his praise for opponents, his own high breaks, and views on gear and playing style. Lindrum discusses rivals like McConachy, notes his best breaks, and reflects on equipment such as ivory balls and the psychology of the game.
The article details athletic and cricket club news with mentions of members, meetings, and recruitment efforts. It notes attendance, pledges support for youth, and outlines plans for the season including November matches and membership drives at the club’s venue. It also references athletics events, Googe runners, and local tennis plans at Subiaco courts.
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