Dwyer Outboxed by Collins in Bendigo Title Bout
In Bendigo crowds paid £850 to see Hughie Dwyer defend the lightweight crown but Newcastle’s Harry Collins overpowered him in the late rounds. Dwyer’s hanging tactics drew boos while Collins surged from round eighteen to floor the champion twice and claim a decisive victory.
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Hughie Dwyer
Harry Collins
Dwyer
Collins
Rugged Collins
Doryer
Hughie
Nile
Newcastle
Newrantis
Dave Smith Testimonial Planned for May 10
A committee fixed May 10 for a monster benefit night at Sydney Stadium to honor Dave Smith. A new stage will be available, subscriptions will be issued, and many boxers and artists have already offered services. Secretary Weller reports strong support and donations have begun rolling in from across the Commonwealth.
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Dave Smith
Sydney
Dave
Commonwealth
Weller
Les O'Donnell
Monton
Peakes Defeats Yates In Brisbane Bantam Bout
Queensland bantam champion Charlie Peakes defeated Bill Yates at Brisbane Stadium in a bout seen as one sided as the later rounds favored Peakes. Yates started well but Peakes used speed and persistence to dominate, with early odds and betting turning strongly in Peakes’ favor as the fight progressed.
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Queensland
Charlie Peakes
Brisbane Stadium
Bill Yates
Newcastles
Yates
Peakes
Soo
Wee
Newcastle
Teo
Oakes
Mtly
Salad
Bobby East
Turday
Cabled from Parle Saturday of Prence on May 16
A brief note from Parle records a cable dated Saturday May 16 reporting on Prence events. The message references ongoing activities, with emphasis on timing and local implications for readers.
ROWING BIG MATCHES AT RIVERVIEW REGATTA IN AUSTRALIA
At Riverview mile course the annual regatta of the Georgian Ignatius College Rowing Club drew officials from the Rowing Association and spectators despite heavy showers. Drummoyne won Maiden Fours, Mosman led Challenge Eights, Leichhardt and Drummoyne clashed, and Pye of Leichhardt narrowly beat Lorimer in the Handicap Sculls. The world sculling title match between Paddon and Hadfield looms, while Felton and Hannan look to Nelson Harbor. plans also advance for an Australian Board of Control for rowing and Perth Interstate champs preparations.
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Morrison
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Riverview Mile Course
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Leichhardt Rowing Club
Drummoyne No. 2
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Hee
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Paddon
New Zealand
Wanganui
Hadield
McGorm
Victoria
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R.A
Board of Control
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Parramatta Beulling Club
Inet
ML Goodsell
McDeritt
Goodwill
Geo. Cerutiti
L. Uhr
Rowing Association
St Jonatius Regatta Halts Not All Weather Trials
The St Jonatius Regatta on the Lane Cave River drew strong attendance despite intermittent rain. C Lorimer narrowly lost the Handicap Sculls to Pye by a length while Mosman beat Leichhardt in the Challenge Eights. City and Country clashed in the C Grade race, Black Club edged Blue in a tight finish, and Rev O'Dwyer welcomed guests including Judge Backhouse and Rowing Association officials. College championships featured City versus Country and several Grade events, with notable crews and scores listed. Prime Minister Bruce to host Melbourne CEGS eight crew at dinner on May 12 ahead of the big Yarra event.
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Riverview
Lane Cave
C. Lorimer
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Pye
Itsec
Boh
Mosman
Ng Leichhardt Oy
Drummoyne
Black Club
Blue
City
Father O'Dwyer
Judge Backhouse
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Rowing
Aassociation
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E. J. Buckley
N.g.w.ela
Thomas Gartlan
N. J. McDonald
Coyle
E.C
H. W. Lloyd
GH. McElhone
Orede
Civ
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ML Burfitt
R. Davie
Pale Werikws
M. Mealery
Sorlury
W. McClure
OC. Earl
le Langlyy
L. Kirby
P. Veeck
T. O'bullivan
Sia Care
G. Cohen
B. Larking
D. Murray
N. Kooks
J. O'Gullivan
L Lisher
J. Pair
K. Donen
BE. Earl
J. Burfitt
Cox
Air Qara
W. Hyland
B. Walsh
B. Walton
M. Burfitt
Dc. Clit
C. Pamonage
Osr
B. Jotumoa
H. Plaurrigan
Langley
J. Tally
H. Larkie
Melbourne
M.C.E.G
Geelong College
Kavier
Ve Wesley
Schneider
Xavier College
V. Geelace
Scotch College
F. Phillipa
M. Bruce
C.E.G.S
Queensland Racing's Winter Fixtures Across North and South
The article outlines Queensland racing structure with three main bodies the Queensland Club the Central Queensland Racing Association and the North Queensland Racing Executive plus the Downs and South Western Association. It notes Rockhampton Toowoomba Charters Towers Townsville meetings and the North Queensland Derby and Millchester Handicap at Charters Towers with purses including the Rockhampton Cup. It covers races at Aramac Beattie and Albion Park profits for the Anzac Memorial Avenue fund and remarks on two year old entries and notable horses and performances. It highlights local figures such as F G Burton and Athenic and mentions North Queensland breeding activity and gaze toward metropolitan competition.
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Queensland
Queensland Club
Central Queensland Racing Association
North Queensland Racing Executive
Far North
Downs
Q.T.C
Central Queensland Association
Rockhampton
Toowoomba
Charters Towers
Townsville
Morth
Townaville
Brisbane
Tattersall's Club
Chipper wins third straight race at Albben Park card
In a Brisbane racing card, Chipper secured his third consecutive victory in the Second Division Handicap, ridden by Page who has now ridden six winners in six Albben Park starts. Beebo Bend debuts as Gnisher in the Third Division, while Lord Thomas Striking a strong First Division gelding led Murillo Gun’s rough start and Hill was suspended for alleged interference. Limpopo failed to fire in the Plate and Tarsia won from Lady Louka as the crowd booed the starter after a chaotic finish.
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Black Angus
Metropolitan Company
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W. Now Manner
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Page
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Chip
Price
Murillo Gun
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Limpopo
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Lady Louka
D. O'Connor
Chance Tarsia
Trunin
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Derby
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Boon
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Oranian Theta
Noel Elmer
Prahran Fortunes Rest On Healy In Victorian Final
Prahran reached 792 for four after four hours with Gordon Healy scoring 718 not out and Stephenson contributing. Carlton and Matthews bowled well for Carlton, while North Melbourne fielded sharply on a poor ground. The match resumes Saturday at 1 pm with Prahran pressing for a strong second innings start.
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Neaiy
Stephena
Healy
Prehran
Cresee
Lecgys
Paritos
Stephens
Lucky Anicka
Matthews
Carlton
North
Peiapen
Feofle
North Melbourne
Great Northern Diver Observed At Nearby Lake
A reader writes from a quiet village about spotting a Great Northern Diver on a local lake. The observer describes noon arrival, underwater swimming, prolonged drying, and a peculiar crowlike cry. A magpie then appeared with three others before the bird vanished.
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Benger
Ron
Coursing and cycling notes from New South Wales clubs
Suspicious fragments describe coursing eligibility debates at Luxor Armidale and Athletic R G H Dubbo, cycling equipment mentions and a Royal Flying Corps note. References to Paddington cards and Newcastle hints appear alongside unclear addresses and names.
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LUXOR
Armidale
Athletic R. G.H
Dubbo
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