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Newspaper
Sydney Referee
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Sep 03, 1913
Page
7
The Referee reports broad backing from sportsmen and statesmen across Australasia for the Olympic Fund. The movement, tied to government support and public appeals, aims to back preparations and mobilize resources, with promises of substantial grants and coordinated effort among nations.
Fragmented OCR recounts a patriotic push around the 1908 Berlin Olympics with references to Germany and the United States, urging thorough preparation and national pride. Mentions Parry Buntoy Jotup and debates over funding, public support, and athlete readiness amid international competition.
A garbled OCR fragment hints at an organizer involved in a charity effort. Names, dates, places are unreadable. the piece references a community event or association and a list of participants. The readable bits suggest a long, possibly annual activity with losses or timelines, but specifics are indecipherable.
A muddled report suggests a proposed global stadium project tied to Australasia Olympic representation. Figures including Hakone and Barker Weao voice urgency while England and America weigh continental hosting and costs. Potential bidders and a push to raise funds are mentioned amid unclear details.
Anker, general manager of Whe Creator JD' and vice-president of the New Sextant Rugby Union, will chair a committee to promote amateur sport. The group vows strong support and efforts to advance access and participation while ensuring fair control remains with the community.
Wellington reports sympathetic views on a proposal from Arthur Marrarle for closer ties with Australia. The council paused the plan due to a rival separatist movement. further details awaited until next meeting.
A general survey of athlete talent in Australasia suggests a strong pool for Olympic selection. The report cites numerous potential players, including prominent runners and field event athletes, with trials and team selections shaping a diverse lineup for future competitions.
Fragmented OCR text referencing international activities, rhetoric, and commentary. Mentions Olympic context, appeals to the American public, and scattered names and dates, but lacks coherent event or clear entities. The passage reads as a garbled summary of global actions and responses with no verifiable specifics.
Fragmentary text outlines a proposed programme for the 1916 Olympic Games with references to major events, competitions, and venues. It mentions running, swimming, rowing, and other disciplines, along with imagined scenarios, costs, and organization notes. The passage shows early planning language and several garbled names and terms.
The report reviews Saturday games across Mojbellino Navincaty and Cullneroen with key performances noted. It mentions Fedileraiip league efforts, Dallas and Raln teams, and an interference play affecting outcome while Muneford and Molboate pitchers stand out among brief mentions of Heese and Cariinn.
The Welbourne Club maintains a unique road in Victorian society as a ball vircler amid a complex town scene. The narrative references local events, housing, and community roles with fragmented details about periods, programs, and village participation, highlighting a provincial social fabric and era-specific arrangements.
A fragmented Victorian boxing tale describes events around September 8 and Melbourne Cup week, mentioning boxers such as Carries and Sullivan, Sherrin’s views on American sport, and reflections on fighters like Nate, McCulry, and others. The piece blends match results, athlete reputations, and political undertones.
The late Golf Amateur Championship rounds in London, amid fog and fuss, saw Lampeter triumph over Murdoch with a narrow win and a significant upset for captain Surnham. Lamoriere and Ding also shown strong effort in a tense finish.
Melbourne readers hear an eccentric recap of a billiards event year ending with Walter Clushant and others tabulating scores and a dramatic finish. The report mentions new voters, a halter bag, and a thanks to Paddy Loyd as the page details a lively community scene.
A fragmented report discusses lacrosse at the Melbourne carnival with players from New Zealand and Australia. It mentions senior and junior teams, results, and upcoming fixtures across Wellington Auckland and Sydney, highlighting notable performances and organizational details.
Disjointed notes describe Vaudeville acts touring New Zealand and Europe, listing performers such as Miller, Mowe Hur, Billy Menvea, Georgia Whitehend, and Pizttana McLaughlin. Mentions Richards Company Theatre at Savrrdey, Furwet Adelaide, and Majesty's Theatre Wellngton. Highlights include tours to New Zealand, planned openings, and various show lineups.
Ceci M'Villy returns to Elbourne, winning the Diniwand Boule FriVeiley event on Sunday and earning welcome from the locals. Tatinn (Oar Ayorte Chun) sails a bold move to Turmenti, seeking the top prize.
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