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Newspaper
Sydney Sportsman
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 02, 1925
Page
7
Strong matchups loom as St George and North Sydney, both star performers in last week’s game, prepare for a premiership round. NSW selection hints at high quality, with Peters and Johnston in contention, while Easts and Balmain vie for key results amid a tough schedule.
After Saturday's game the NSW captain Latta was asked what he thought of the team’s chances. He answered with confidence and emphasis saying he expected a win, noting the performance in the second half and especially the first half’s six-point edge.
The text describes a Queensland rugby display against New South Wales with praise for bold plays and tense moments. It notes Queensland’s struggles in the second half and highlights moments described as glorious moves that define rugby, amid broadcast chatter and crowd reactions.
The report notes New South Wales held to a tough challenge as England lined up an early test on tour. Stars like Bennie and Craig stood out with solid defense while the Australian side pursued openings, firing up the crowd with tense, critical moments and standout individual performances.
The Queens landers clash with a New South Wales team at Newcastle ahead of King’s Birthday match at the Cricket Ground. The report notes strong play from Queensland players and mentions Fred Zimmerman and other boxing figures in Melbourne and Australia.
The article highlights Ernie Mair as a major figure in Toowoomba football, noting his influence and status among local enthusiasts, players, and clubs. It describes his leadership as chief guarantor of league games and his endurance as a central pillar in the sport's community.
A group of Northern fans gathered Saturday to celebrate Johnny Quinlan's return from New Zealand. They praised his spirit and linked his comeback to ongoing World of Control matters and a tram tour around Bun Wlan Zoo. The event highlighted NSW pride and local sports interest.
chaotic notes recount a Perth fund drive linked to a greatridee insurance, mentions New Zealand and Australia events, and lists dates in Sydney and July for Combined Universities and ANBW teams, with a sense of regional sports bustle and public interest.
Readable scraps describe a nonrepresentative Queensland versus New South Wales match at the Sports Ground. The piece notes rest players, two alterations, and selectors debating team choices. It mentions Harman Peters’s omission from North Sydney and lingering selection uncertainty for the Saturday display.
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The article notes Jimmy Peoples exits from football after brief varsity tenure. It says he showed potential early but faded, with writers unsure if he’ll return next season. The piece laments a promising youngster being lost to fans.
Obsolete advertisement promotes WEENZO a tincture for coughs colds and flu. Claims easy preparation with water and sweetening and praises widespread endorsement from readers. Urges immediate order and touts prevention over cure.
A series of racing and cricket meetings are planned with Crafton Cup and Grafton events scheduled across July. Entries for the Cup close soon and the programme includes a jockey lineup and farm competitors. Public notices mention Manangle and Cowra venues and a pigeon match tied to regional teams.
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