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Newspaper
Sydney Referee
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Sep 20, 1916
Page
5
The text reviews wartime sportsmen and officials, noting Major Arcy Edwards, Captain A N Jedone, and others connected to English, Australian, and French teams. It details racing, rowing, and golfing figures, plus injuries and honours, with reflections on Geneva and Gallipoli veterans and ongoing military athletic events.
The interview with Mrs. Norman E. Hrookey recalls Lieutenant Colonel N. E. Brookes We Asana in wartime service. He served two years in France and England, rising from captain to major as he led troops and supported the first contingent.
A fragmented report discusses Wilding’s alleged advance in military science, referencing General Sir Douglas, marine engineers, and a new Mallor device. It suggests Wilding’s project as a check to machine gun advancements and wartime needs, with unclear connections to the broader strategic picture.
A family notice details Lieut J Stuart Tight Walker and his five brothers serving in the armed forces. It notes their education at Sydney University and Melbourne Grammar, wartime service in various regiments, wounds and hospitalisation in France, and connections to Woollahra Ballarat and West Australia. The piece honors their patriotism and sacrifices.
Major J N F Arnatrong, 32, died in action in July. A renowned Sydney University athlete from New South Wales, he starred in totaball and rugby for University Siren in 1904. His cricket feats included an 80 partnership for the eighth wicket and a 232 total by E Waddy, marking a notable sporting career prior to his death.
The article honors Lieut Rex Sherwell, brother of Percy Sherwell, highlighting his cricket talent in Grane and pastime. It notes his schooling at Tonbridge and later captaincy and performance, including top batting averages, and references his Royal Flying Corps service and status as a noted young cricketer among South African players.
Captain J Lewis Williams, noted as a prominent athlete, died after wounds sustained in duty. The report recalls his career with the old Carolina squad and his rapid pace as a standout quarterback, highlighting his leadership and valued service.
The report covers West’n District racing led by Tantallon and Orange figures, detailing club meetings, officials, and upcoming season plans. It also highlights Cowra Carnival events with horse racing results, key contenders like Davy Buchanan and Fortunataspeak, race times, and crowd figures across the five-day spectacle.
Tasmania racing season details amid Goenauratedges Mowbray Risdon Risdon Parton 3B and Melbourne moves. trainer Dave Virtue departs after years as a leading figure, with mares shipped west. Mention of Harmonist mare Rondel producing a chestnut foal to Lex Prince Qmp and a fine of £20 to Ernest Calling.
The report outlines a local motor and taxi drivers’ union meeting with emphasis on traffic safety at intersections, upcoming carnival events, and a Dunlop Tyre special train. It notes the Tamworth Club carnival shift and lists cycling and automotive club activities, races, and medals, including details of local motor events, entries, and notable figures attending.
A dense racing column details horses, jockeys, and results across Otford and surrounding tracks. It lists horses such as Turf, Wam, and Am with riders, race conditions, and placements, along with notes on starting prices and stakes. Boxing results and other sports snippets are interwoven, with references to trainers, studs, and race days in Australia.
A jumble of names and items appears from a historical page detailing various games and cards. Mentions include WAT Waytiles, The Gray Hel, CRICKET, PHEENIA Tamworth, and BRIDEE, with scattered scores and commentary on a game event and a tour.
A garbled list of names, places, and affiliations appears in a general letter. Readable items include Taylan AL, Rene itera Mal, Williams, Lom Warraws XK, Douelan teary Clay, Bok pe eerdeh, Gran, Stephenson, Marmion, Sowa, Hockey association, Lawson, Willan, Cartan, and Selvin alongside scattered place tokens and titles.
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