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  2. SPORTING. THE TURF.

    The Randwick training tracks were poorly patronised yesterday morning for fast work, though many of the best performers were out for slow exercise. Homer, with Macdonald in ...

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  3. AMUSEMENTS. MISS ESTHER KA[?]N'S CONCERT.

    Too often concert programmes consist of hackneyed songs and pieces, chosen chiefly with a view to ensuring cheaply won encores, and it was because Miss Esther Kabn broke away from this moss-grown ...

    Article : 486 words
  4. COUNTRY NEWS. SOUTH COAST.

    Mr. William Dymock, a resident ot this district for the past 30 years, who is about to remove to Queensland, was last night entertained at the Brighton Hotel assembly rooms, where ...

    Article : 128 words
  5. ASCOT WEIGHTS.

    {No abstract available}

    Detailed lists, results, guides : 345 words
  6. ENGLAND v SCOTLAND.

    At Inverleith, Edinburgh, on March 22, the English fifteen gamed a sp[?] victory over Scotland by three tr[?]s to one try. It was a super[?] match, every [?]nch of the game being [?]rcely comested. The ...

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  7. THE HAYMARKET HIPPODROME.

    The last two nights of Mr. E W. O'Sullivan's Australian drama, "Coo[?]," at the Haymarket Hippodrome are announced. The play has been a successful one. On Friday night a new Australian military ...

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  8. NATIONAL RIELE ASSOCIATION.

    A meeting of the council of the National Rifle Association ot New South Wales was held at the Equitable-buildings, Georgo-street, last night, under the presidency of Mr. E. J. ...

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  9. LUGGAGE SPACE ON CARS.

    One of the greatest difficulties encountered in the design of a suitable touring car lies in the disposition of luggage space, without unduly cramping the seating accommodation or rendering the car unsightly. ...

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  10. A REPORTED ROBBERY.

    On March 9 it was reported that a young man named J. P. Groutch, 18, clerk on the Proprietary Mine, while going from the office to the shaft, was robbed. To-night Groutch was ...

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  11. MOUNTAIN INDUSTRIES.

    Mr. P. G. Pennymore, manager of the new blast furnace, arrived in Lithgow yesterday. Mr. Ponnymore has had wide experience of blast furnace work. He was engaged for 20 ...

    Article : 118 words
  12. N.S.W. TROTTING CLUB.

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    Detailed lists, results, guides : 239 words
  13. REGULATING THE EXHAUST GASES.

    With the increasing use of cars fitted with the landaulet type bodies it is necessary that the exhaust silencing-boy should be well insulated from the frame and carried well back; otherwise an unpleasant ...

    Article : 185 words
  14. ALBERT PARK (VIC.) v WAVERLEY.

    A three-rink match was played at Waverley on Monday afternoon between a team comprising several ladies from the Albert Park Club and players from the local club. After a keenly contested game the ...

    Article : 70 words
  15. PEDESTRIANISM.

    To-night the second round and final of the Golden Gate handicap, which was commenced on Monday night, will be run. A £5 Consolation Handicap will also be run through. Good sport is promised. ...

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  16. CIRCUIT COURTS.

    The sittings of the Court wero concluded here late this afternoon, when the divorce case, Catherine House v James House, which occupied the court since Saturday morning, ...

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  17. HER MAJESTY'S THEATRE.

    "The Cingalee" seems to have quite renewed its old popularity at Her Majesty's Theatre, where crowded houses are the rule. There will be a matinee of the gorgeously staged musical comedy this ...

    Article : 63 words
  18. VICTORIAN LADIES AT ASHFIELD.

    The Albert Park (Victoria) lady bowlers visited Ashfield yesterday to play the ladies of the local club. The visitors were assisted by some of the Victorian bowlers, including Messrs. E. D. Heather, Foy, Wright, ...

    Article : 227 words
  19. ROWING.

    The fifteenth annual race of the Sydney University Colleges was rowed on the Parramatta River yesterday, and was won by St. Andrew's after a very fine race. The water was smooth, and there was a good tide ...

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  20. THEATRE ROYAL.

    "Besieged in Port Arthur" is proving strongly attractive at the Theatre Royal, where the return of the Bland Holt Company has enhanced the interest of the production. The bombardment by night, the ...

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  21. MOTOR RUN IN FRANCE.

    Motorists in Australia are beginning to get used to the accounts of remarkable motor trips and trials made in European and American circles. Some of the performances of late, however, have been very ...

    Article : 286 words
  22. MOOREFIELD RACES.

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    Detailed lists, results, guides : 140 words
  23. CRITERION THEATRE.

    There will be special children's matinees both this afternoon and Saturday at the Criterion Theatre, in order to meet the rush which has apparently set in for Messrs. Meynell and Gunn's production of "The ...

    Article : 65 words
  24. "A MOORISH MAID."

    The artists of Mr. George Stephenson's Musical Comedy Company, headed by Miss May Beattie and Mr. Edward Lauri, have returned from their long tour of New Zealand in readiness for Saturday's ...

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  25. VICTORIAN TEAM'S PROGRAMME.

    Members of the Armadale Club (Victoria) are to play against the Ashfield bowlers at Ashfield this afternoon, and against the Petersham Club on Friday. ...

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  26. NEWCASTLE JOCKEY CLUB.

    {No abstract available}

    Detailed lists, results, guides : 207 words
  27. PALACE THEATRE.

    This afternoon and evening West's Pictures and the Brescians wil enter upon the four last performances of the Palace Theatre season, where the beautiful new tableaux of "Living Sydney" will be included. Finding ...

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  28. SECOND-HAND CARS.

    Searching after a second hand motor vehicle is at all times a tiresome job, and if the would be purchaser is unacquainted with automobiles there are many things that he should know if he is to avoid wasting ...

    Article : 487 words
  29. ASSOCIATION COMPETITIONS.

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    Detailed lists, results, guides : 260 words
  30. TIVOLI THEATRE.

    Mr. Harry Rickards' Company at the Tivoli Theatre will this afternoon and evening include Miss Rose Cabani, and the new comedian Larola. The Eight English Primroses and the Two Bells enter upon ...

    Article : 65 words
  31. CASUALTIES. AFRAID OF PARALYSIS.

    An inquest was held yesterday by Mr. W. Clarke, P.M., Coroner, concerning the death of Robert Kirkham Dodgson, who was found dead in bed with a bullet wound in his ...

    Article : 90 words
  32. SYDNEY LIEDERTAFEL.

    Lady Northcote and suite will be present at the Sydney Liedertafel concert at the Town Hall tonight, when the third act of "Tannhauser" will be rendered with the extra assistance of ladies' choir ...

    Article : 65 words
  33. TRIAL FOURS.

    The two crews in this race got away well together at Gladesville whar[?], but in a few strokes Punch's crew led by n half-length. In a quarter mile Morrison was in front, and rowing well. At a half-mile ...

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  34. MURRUMBIDGEE TURF CLUB.

    Weights were issued to-night in connection with the Murrumbidgee Turf Club's Cup meeting, to be held on May 2 and 3:— First Hurdles, 2m.—St. Elmo 11st; Starlock, 10st ...

    Article : 218 words
  35. THE FRANZ DEGEN CONCERTS.

    Interest is being taken in the Franz Degen concerts, at both of which (Thursday and Saturday) the officers of the Baltimore and Condor will be present. At to-morrow's concert the new German violinist will ...

    Article : 101 words
  36. CRUSHED TO DEATH.

    This afternoon a fatality occurred about three miles from Murwillumbah, by which Henry Skinner, aged 47 years, lost his life. He was engaged in loading timber, when a ...

    Article : 87 words
  37. AUSTRALIAN UNIVERSITIES' RACE

    The Australian Universities' race will be rowed on the Parramatta over a course of three miles probably carly in June. The date will be definitely fixed in a few days, and the [?]rew chosen. Some good men ...

    Article : 42 words
  38. INTERSTATE EIGHT-OAR RACE.

    Goods news has been received of the work done on the Yarra and on Port Adelaide by the New South Wales eight-oar crew. It is understood the coach, Mr. S. Edwards, is pleased with the rowing, and he ...

    Article : 117 words
  39. MISS MURRAY-PRIOR'S CONCERT.

    A concert has been organised in honour of Miss Florette Murray-Prior for Tuesday, May 1, at the Y.M.C.A. Hall. The departing contralto will be supported by Misses Lanceley, Lynn Mills, Usher, ...

    Article : 61 words
  40. INTENDED VISIT OF NEW ZEALANDERS.

    "Rinker," in his bowling notes published in the "Otago Daily Times" of April 5, writes as follows respecting a proposed visit of New Zealand bowlers to these States:—"For same years endeavours have ...

    Article : 153 words
  41. AMERICAN MOTOR-BOAT SHOW.

    The motor-boat show held last month at Madison Gardens, New York, was classed as one of the finest displays of marine engines yet seen. The exhibition was got up in an elaborate style, the centre of the ...

    Article : 725 words
  42. AFGHAN'S SHOCKING SUICIDE.

    At the Inquiry to-day into the death of the Afghan who Jumped into a blazing wood he[?], at Breadalbane, the Coroner returned a finding of suicide while temporarily insane. Dr. ...

    Article : 46 words
  43. NORTH SYDNEY TORNADO CONCERT.

    In aid of the fund for the relief of the sufferers by the recent tornado at North Sydney a concert was held on Monday evening at the Masonic Hall, North Sydney. An excellent programme was carried out, ...

    Article : 118 words
  44. ALBURY RACE CLUB.

    The following general entries have been received for the annual races:— Malden Plate.—Decider Octaver, Fred, Valhalla, Explosion, Marley, Intermission, Vanguard, Velocity, ...

    Article : 261 words
  45. BOXING.

    At the National Sporting Club yesterday evening there was a large attendance to witness the match between Nelson and Quigley. After 20 rounds Nelson won on points. Both gave a scientific exhibition. ...

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  46. PROCEEDINGS OVER A RACING FATALITY.

    The hearing of a charge of manslaughter preferred against a young man named Victor Perry was concluded at Boulder Police Court this morning. It was alleged against Perry ...

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  47. SOUTH AUSTRALIAN NOTES.

    General entries for the S.A.J.C. Cup Meeting closed to-day with a total of 282, which is the best received for over five years. The following scratchings were recorded ...

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  48. BOWL TESTING.

    The New Zealand Bowling Association has adopted a new testing machine invented by a Mr. Johnson, which has been thoroughly tried on some of the greens of Maoriland and is giving every satisfaction. Mr. ...

    Article : 155 words
  49. COMPLIMENTARY CONCERT.

    An excellent programme has been arranged for a complimentary concert to be tendered to Mr. A. Needham at the Centenary Hall on Friday, May 4. The object of the concert is to mark appreciation of ...

    Article : 47 words
  50. NEWCASTLE. WATER AND SEWERAGE BOARD.

    The Hunter District Water and Sewerage Board met at their offices to-day, Mr. W. J. Millner prosiding. Previous papers in connection with the application of the residents, ...

    Article : 167 words
  51. PROFESSIONAL MUSICIANS' CONCERT.

    On Sunday next the band of H.M.S. Powerful and the Professional Musicims' Association will render attractive selections, under the direction of Mr. Chesterman, bandmaster of the Powerful, and in the ...

    Article : 69 words
  52. SHOT IN THE SHOULDER.

    On Monday afternoon ex-Councillor Arthur of Coburg, was driving along Bulla-road, towards Broadmeadows, with his wife, when he met an express waggon, in which were five ...

    Article : 80 words
  53. ST. CANICE'S FAIR.

    A grand concert was given at St. Canlee's fair last evening under the direction of Mr. P. C. Shettle. The following artists contributed to the programme:— Misses Nellie King, Eileen Shettle, Pauline McKenna, ...

    Article : 62 words
  54. LAWN TENNIS.

    {No abstract available}

    Detailed lists, results, guides : 329 words
  55. MANLY WATER CHUTE.

    This popular place of amusement will be open this afternoon and this evening. Professor Adriano will shoot the chute on his bike. The attractions include toboga[?]ing, shooting the chute, Profesor Davey's ...

    Article : 37 words
  56. TO POPULARISE TROTTING.

    MELBOURNE, Tuesday.—Another effort is being made to popularise trotting in Victoria, [?]nd to put the sport on a sound basis. Recently a Victorian Breeders and Owners' ...

    Article : 106 words
  57. STRANGE SHOOTING CASE.

    A sensational shooting case occurred a[?] Oakey last night. A young man (named William Ruddick was roturning from the Federal colliery about 11 o'clock, when a man suddenly ...

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  58. STANFORD-MERTHYR COLLIERY DISASTER.

    The Inquest on the Stanford-Merthyr disastor was resumed before Mr. A. Pryor, coroner, this morning. Sub-inspector Sykes, on behalf of the Crown Law Office, applied for a ...

    Article : 95 words
  59. CHUTE EMPLOYEES' BENEFIT.

    The benefit tendered to the employees of the Manly Water Chute at the grounds Manly promises to be a success. Assistance has been received from the Viceregal Military Band, Prof. Fred. Davys, Mr. Fraser ...

    Article : 79 words
  60. PARKES JOCKEY CLUB.

    The following nominations have been received for the principal events in connection with the Parkes Jockey Club annual meeting. Opening Handicap.—Red Hot, Zenda, Cherry Ripe, ...

    Article : 76 words
  61. EXPORTS BY SEA.

    The following were to-day's clearances:— Easby, s, for Melbourne, with 1880 tons coal; Dar[?]us, s, for Singapore, via Melbourne with 3400 tons coal, 25 horses, 12 cows, Wairuna, s, ...

    Article : 55 words
  62. VICE-REGAL MILITARY BAND.

    Mr. L. De Croon, the conductor of the Vice-regal Military Band, will give a series of recitals commeneing Sunday afternoon, May 6. Mr. J. E. Sykes will preside at the grand organ, and sacred and ...

    Article : 71 words
  63. ACTION AGAINST THE COMMONWEALTH.

    The heming of the case in which Nicholas Hart, formeily a travelling mail officer, Postal Department, claims £5000 damages from the Commonwealth for alleged wrongful dismissal ...

    Article : 264 words
  64. MACQUARIE PICNIC RACE CLUB.

    {No abstract available}

    Detailed lists, results, guides : 243 words
  65. COURSING.

    Entries closed yesterday for the N.S.W. Coursing Association's meeting, to be held at Rooty Hill on Thursday and Friday. For the Oaks and Derby 20 entries were received for each event, and 16 for the ...

    Article : 79 words
  66. SYDNEY SKATING RINK.

    Considerable improvements have been effected at the Exhibition Building, Prince Alfred Park, to fit it for the coming skating season. The management has spared no expense in making the rink thoroughly ...

    Article : 119 words
  67. SOUTH MAITLAND MINING MATTERS.

    The Hebburn miners' lodge has endorsed the minute of the Colliery Employees' Federation against working on back Saturdays. A branch of the Colliery Employees' Federation ...

    Article : 45 words
  68. IOLANTHE NO. 2 v BEXLEY PRESBYTERIAN.

    [?]olanthe No. 2 played Bexley Presbyterian on the former's court at Marrickville, the result being a tie as to games, but lolanthe were 1 set to the good. Results:— ...

    Article : 139 words
  69. GOLF.

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    Detailed lists, results, guides : 65 words
  70. LEPROSY AND FISH-EATING.

    Dr. Jonathan Hutchinsons book entitled "On Leprosy and Fish-eating; a Statement of Facts and Explanations" (Arehibald Constable and Co.), is reassuring in parts. The author ...

    Article : 234 words
  71. BOWLS.

    The Citj bowling green was en fete yesterday afternoon, when a match took place between the representatives of the Armadale Club, of Victoria, and the City Club, of New South Wales. Interest centred in ...

    Article : 746 words
  72. THE CHURCHES.

    The annual meeting of the East Maitland Auxiliary of the British and Foreign Bible Society was held last evening. Mr. Samuol Clift was elected president, Mr. A. G. Cullum ...

    Article : 173 words
  73. WIRTH'S CIRCUS.

    A large and appreciative audience attended Wirth's Che[?]s at the Exhibition Grounds last night. The programme proved full of interest for both young and old, each turn being loudly applauded. Miss Philipina ...

    Article : 157 words
  74. CYCLING AND MOTORING.

    The Marrickville Bicycle Club will hold a five-mile road race over the Homebush course on Saturday, May 5. A large number of nominations have been recelied for the event, which will start and finish at Newel's ...

    Article : 55 words
  75. SCONE JOCKEY CLUB.

    {No abstract available}

    Detailed lists, results, guides : 290 words
  76. IOLANTHE NO. 1 v HASLEMERE.

    Iolanthe No. 1 beat Haslemere on the latter's court on Saturday by 7 games the scores being 5 sets 40 games to 3 sets [?]3 games. BLACKHEATH, Monday. ...

    Article : 66 words
  77. URANA SPORTS.

    A big programme of cycling and athletic events has been arranged to take place at Urana on May 11. The principal items wil be the St. Patrick's Day wheel race, a handicap event of two miles, for which the ...

    Article : 67 words
  78. FOOTBALL.

    Country week matches will be played at Sydney on June 2, 4, and 6. Five teams from the following districts have been invited to take part in the competition:—No. 1; Hartley, Western, and Mudgee. ...

    Article : 149 words
  79. MARTINI'S BUCKJUMPERS.

    Although now in the nineteenth week of their stay in Sydney Martini's Buckjumpers continue to attract large audiences. On Monday night the £20 riding contest was concluded, A. Dempsey, of Narrandera, being ...

    Article : 170 words
  80. BRITANNIA BICYCLE CLUB RACE.

    Entries for the Britannia Bicycle Club's ten-miles open road race close, on Saturday. All the best road riders have sent in their nominations, so that it is not improbable the heats will occupy at least ...

    Article : 226 words
  81. Advertising

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    Advertising : 30 words
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