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Shows & fairs, 1914

3,974 stories in Sydney's papers · page 6 of 199

Swimming. Dreariness of a Championship Carnival Wanted: a Note Novelty

Saturday Referee and the Arrow · Saturday 10 January 1914 · page 3

The State championship carnivals are to be continued this afternoon at the Domain Baths. It will be the last, but not by any means the least important, of the series. The concluding…

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The Moving Picture Show. The Work is Waiting

The Sun · Saturday 10 January 1914 · page 6

This paper admires the restraint of Sir William Lever, who has not said one word about Sunlight Soap to any interviewer, though he has been keen about town planning, housing,…

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The Rank and File. "Lead the Labor Party." Mr. Durack and a Fair Rents Bill

The Daily Telegraph · Saturday 10 January 1914 · page 12

BATHURST, Friday.--Speaking at Bathurst last night, Mr. Ernest Durack, M.L.A., said that Labor was successful at the polls, not only because it placed a constructive policy before…

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Novelties in the Cycling World. Interesting Features and Novelties Shown on 1914 Model Bicycles, Exhibited at the Olympia Show, in London

Saturday Referee and the Arrow · Saturday 10 January 1914 · page 1

(1) Eccentric chain adjustment, perhaps the most popular form in use in this part of the world. (2) A divided rear axle, permitting of removal of inner tube, etc., without disturbing wheel or chain adjustment. (3) A hammock saddle fitted to a lady's machine of unconventional design. (4) A striking and substantial-looking fork crown. (5) A rear rim brake with simple adjusting system. (6) A special handle-bar with semi-concealed brake-levers. (7) A rear fork end and chain-adjustment, which is still fitted…

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Plugger Bill and Speckled Joe at the Swimming Championships. "Plugger" Airs His Eloquence on the Carnival. Finds Fault with Seating Arrangements—speaks of the Anti-lunch Brigade—describes a Trial of Longworth's

Saturday Referee and the Arrow · Saturday 10 January 1914 · page 1

"Say Plug, where yer goin' ter-morrer afternoon?" said Speckled Joo to his pal, Plugger Bill, just before parting on Friday night week. "Oh, I think we'll go to the swimmin' races,"…

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Carnival at Manly. Extensive Programme

The Sun · Sunday 11 January 1914 · page 11

Being desirous of taking full advantage of the natural attractions and beauties of their seaside home, a committee formed of Manly residents has organised a grand carnival, to…

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At the Country Week Tennis Carnival

Sunday Times · Sunday 11 January 1914 · page 14

A. B. JONES, THE DAVIS CUP REPRESENTATIVE, WHO WITH S. N. DOUST MET THE…

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Cycling Anniversary Day Racing. An Olympic Carnival Union and League Notes

The Sun · Sunday 11 January 1914 · page 16

The two country amateur race meetings for Anniversary Day have drawn very fair nominations from Sydney members, considering the number of attractions offering on that…

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Jeanne De Czaykowska. Fair Polish Visitor. Views on Music, Art, and Love. the Dilatory Frenchman

The Sun · Sunday 11 January 1914 · page 19

"Let me introduce you to Mile. Jeanne de Czaykowska from Poland." This good luck happened the writer three years ago, and the spell then laid by the witchery of a pair…

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Central Cumberland's Two Point Win. Paddington Batsmen Show Improved Form

Sunday Times · Sunday 11 January 1914 · page 12

Central Cumberland worked hard in the oppressive heat to secure a three-point win, but the Paddington batsmen, after performing poorly last week, displayed better form, and…

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Surf Gossip. the Weekly Budget From the Beaches. North Bondi Club's Carnival Next

Sunday Times · Sunday 11 January 1914 · page 15

The North Bondi Club's third annual carnival is to take place at Bondi Beach next Saturday. An early start will be made, with the programme. The first event is timed to commence…

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Trades and Labor. Musicians' Little Arguments. Aftermath of Picture-show Dispute

Sunday Times · Sunday 11 January 1914 · page 14

Though the picture-theatre proprietors have agreed that the musicians shall be paid for matinees, or have the afternoon off, and the men have returned to their former positions…

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Britain and the Panama Exhibition Liberal M.P. Says May Reconsider Decision. San Francisco, Friday Night

Sunday Times · Sunday 11 January 1914 · page 9

Sir Robert Balfour, Liberal member for the Partick Division of Lanarks, and member of the firm of Balfour, Williamson, and Co., was tendered a luncheon to-day by the Panama…

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?N and Around the Show World a Fearless Performer De Fra's Career

Sunday Times · Sunday 11 January 1914 · page 27

Manuel de Fra, the chair balancer who opened yesterday at the Tivoli Theatre, if not a danger to the community, is a danger to himself, for he talks to you in an airy manner about bruised…

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Dress to Your Eyes. a Good Color Standard What the Fair Woman Should Wear. the Unfortunate with the Yellow Skin

Sunday Times · Sunday 11 January 1914 · page 31

Bright shades are the choice of the moment. But one must be careful where bright shades are concerned, for there is the little matter of complexion to consider. Should the bright…

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In and Around the Show World Theatrical Spoil Sports the Ways of He Purely Selfish Taking the Finale on the Jump Need for Drastic Improvement

Sunday Times · Sunday 11 January 1914 · page 22

There is a section of playgoers in Sydney who evidently give their manners a night off when they go to the theatre. At any rate, they certainly do not bring them on these occasions…

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Druids' Carnival

The Sydney Morning Herald · Monday 12 January 1914 · page 12

Intending competitors are reminded that entries close on Monday for the Druids' annual carnival at the Sydney Sports Ground, on Anniversary Day. The programme includes a one mile handicap of £13, and…

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Exhibition Doubles Match

The Daily Telegraph · Monday 12 January 1914 · page 4

DOUST AND A. B. JONES BEAT TODD AND TODD The exhibition doubles match between A. B. Jones and Doust against L and C. Todd provoked much interest at the Double Bay courts on Saturday. The…

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The Exhibition. British Participation

The Daily Telegraph · Monday 12 January 1914 · page 7

SAN FRANCISCO, Sunday.--Sir Robert Balfour, M.P., speaking at a luncheon given in his honor by the Panama Exhibition authorities, stated that the British authorities were likely…

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The Exhibition. San Francisco, Jan. 9

The Sydney Morning Herald · Monday 12 January 1914 · page 9

Sir Robert Balfour, M.P. (Lib.), speaking at a luncheon given in his honour by the Panama Exhibition authorities, stated that the British authorities were likely to reconsider their…

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