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Newcastle boxing legend linked to wartime service and charity
The article profiles Jummer Edvardane, a Newcastle figure famed as a former Imperial Stadium owner and boxing stalwart. It recalls his battles with Billy Mitchell and Hughie Dwyer, his wartime charity work, RSL patronage, and years of service to local causes, including hospital appeals and veterans groups.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
UNL
Dore Raott
F. Junimer Balwanda
Canberra
Edvardane
NLW
Ringuide Lenthuniante
Newcastle
Imperial Stadium
Newports
Billy Michell
Wogan Valley
Herb McKel
Golden Gee Athletic Club
Haxing
Lew Darcy
Penne
Himuett
Ueboya
Billy Rose
Eels
Hughie Dwyer
Jummer
Gummer
Brat Roldiers
Hamilton
RSL
Newramie Hospital
Australian Comfarty Fund
Legany
NSW Folk Boye’ Clube
Australian Red Cros