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Newspaper
Sydney Referee
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Oct 19, 1921
Page
6
Interstate Representative Harold A. Evers outlines strong grounds for future success and rising prospects in West cricket. He cites improving tactics, talent pools, and organizational support driving optimism for upcoming seasons.
A fragmented reminiscence features West Australia cricket figures, matches, and personalities. Mentions Harold Evers and Warren, quotes old players like Jack Marsh, and references touring Australia, the 1920s era, and the Mornington context. The piece mixes anecdotes about crowds, venues, and the evolving game with nostalgic reflections on past star athletes.
Presentation by Middlesex County honors P F Warner with a silver salver as tributes flow for his long service. Webbe lauds his leadership during a season, recalling Wartime spirit and the support of Walkers and other Middlesex figures. Warner praised for loyalty and hoping to be counted among Middlesex’s own.
The South Australian cricket scene opens amid confusion with Glenelg versus No. Ade clash producing a confusing scoreline. University teams, Adelaide crowds, and officials including Gordon Campbell drive plans as district matches and premiership songs are noted.
A fragmented report details a historic cricket or sporting scene with mentions of notable players like Jupp and England’s touring context. It references Grace, Townsend, Jessop, Rhodes, and other figures, noting over 2000 entitlements and a potential invitation to join Australia’s MGC team. The piece mentions Beth Gy and Aguas, with vague references to travel and matches.
Fragmented OCR notes describe a disrupted event with heavy rain and a broken schedule. References to codes, authorities, and possible delays point to an abandoned gathering, with unclear outcomes and minimal readable details. No clear names or places emerge.
A detailed Sydney grade cricket report describes Waverley Oval scenes and local clubs preparing for matches. Scores feature Waverley, Randwick, Mosman, Gordon, and Randwick players, with notable performances from M. Aible, H. Comber, and J. Paya Neruck, highlighting strong batting and bowling displays and ongoing club competition.
Fragmented report notes St George V2 in lead after the heat day with Parnell scoring 28 and a 83 run effort. Suburbs posted 274 for nine as Heimiing reached a wicket, while Burwood United and Petersham teams are mentioned in a murky sequence of events and scores.
The Wild West Chorus daughter Dorrie Phillina, born March 2 1806 in Victoria, Australia, travels with her father's troupe as a premier pony rider. Beginning at age four she became a standout rider, performing sensational feats across Sydney Melbourne and Newcastle, earning the tag champion of Australia though age barred from world titles. She rode many outlaw horses, impressed governors, and drew offers from American circuits before age limited.
Fragmentary notes depict multiple cricket performances with players Watts Gerdes and Kingar in a tense provincial match. Other passages mention Mosman bowling, a 113 by Monpieal, and a final tie threat amid variable field conditions, with scattered scores and player names.
Glebe posted solid scores with Morgen leading at 7 percent, Hieptsen adding 4s and a 6 as juniors show strong signs of form. Cumberland, Test Bogle, and Brown from Morpeth scored for state-level hopes, while Queensland-bound Mr. C. Bob Wright plans a Distressed Cricketer Fund with allowances for players. New South Wales fixtures shift to Waverley and Erskineville with junior and third-grade matches scheduled across Sydney and regional venues.
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