Sydney Fight Ends With Godfrey Tenth Round Loss
A large crowd at Sydney Stadium witnessed a hard fought boxing bout as Harry Collins defeated Sid Godfrey in the tenth round. Collins dominated late with a perfect punch to the point while gate receipts reached £2840, though Godfrey secured a £300 guarantee and Collins £600 in earnings.
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Godfrey
Sydney
Sydney Stadium
Harry Collins
Sid Godfrey
Collins
Fiarry Collins
Saines SeFhalin
Larke
Piousin
Coline
Himeelf
Charlie Saruce
Goatley
Siang
Ial
Godlee
Callie
Billy
Brown
Jack Fuller
Tom
Sandy
Pluto
Grillo
Rene Wat
Muller
Ableton
Melbourne
Ihr Relerse
Wingy Cohene
Rman
Ghite
Tg Amin Ade
Rome
Che
Griff
America
Wesw
Grifta
Evan A
Rod
Syd- Bey
Tonario Pelkey Poised for Notable Boxing Comeback
Report notes Tonario Pelkey showing confidence in training and preparations on Wednesday night. Observers praise his discipline and right hand power, predicting a strong return to form with multiple public appearances and workouts ahead of a potential bout.
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Thurton
Tonarin Pelkey
Thor
Yan
Ted
English Amateurs Win in USA Card
English team triumphs in America as players shine across positions. Notable performances include key goals, precise assists, and strong defense from Saxton and teammates. The match showcased rising talent and a competitive spirit drawing a crowd ripe with expectation for future ties.
Fairwall v Grime Lightweight Supremacy Clash
A court bout pits Fairwall against Grime in a lightweight supremacy context. The event notes a tight matchup with near even odds and a looming decision date. Promoters emphasize a decisive finish and potential title implications for both fighters.
Old World Boxing Champion Bob Finsimmons Recalled
Melbourne correspondent recalls the famed boxer Bob Finsimmons. The fragmentary text mentions his origins in England and New Zealand links, noting how his career tied to Timaru and early life with parents. It hints at retrospective admiration and crossing paths with readers over years.
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Melbourne
Bob ‘Finsimmons
Ourac
England
Timaru
Bob
Tom Heene y in Africa
Fragmented report describes New Zealand welterweight champion Tom Heaney touring Africa with sparring partners. The piece hints at public and boxing figures, with unclear events and dates, and mentions multiple locales and names in a garbled transcription.
George Cook Triumphs In Debut Defeats Lawson In America
George Cook wins his first contest in America by defeating Lawson. The event features a packed crowd and a tense finish as commentators note Cook’s early lead and Lawson’s late rally. In a week with travel and preparations, fans anticipate future matches and potential title chances.
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Lawson
America
Godfrey vs Collins A close heavy weight contest ends in victory for Collins
In a grim bout at the ring Godfrey and Collins exchanged heavy blows with both men charging and countering. Collins found an opening late and, after a tense sequence, forced Godfrey into submission by forcing control to the rope and body. The crowd watched as Collins claimed the win in a bout marked by grit and hard hitting exchanges.
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Gedfrey
Shana
Australian Impressions in America in a Cryptic Letter
An old Australian communication describes a meeting with notable figures including George McKenzie and mentions trials of certainty and a vague host discussion. The text appears as a garbled impression or diary entry with many unreadable names and phrases, reflecting a distant, fragmentary account of a voyage or correspondence and its uncertain outcomes.
Stirring Bouts by N Z Amateurs
Ambiguous notes recount boxing matches by New Zealand amateurs with names like Pony O’Kerte and Charity Purdy. The fragment hints at bouts, attendance, and local organizers around Sydney venues, mentioning observers and possible future events.
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Coun
Charity Purdy
Bans
Oate
Ste Sydney
Halt Tams
Ancient Melbourne boxing tale recalls Griffo Pluto clash
Fragmentary notes recount a long 73 round bout between Griffo and Pluto in Melbourne. The writer disputes published records and defends Griffo while detailing venues, observers, and attempts to settle the draw through local figures.
Men of Long Ago Cribb Martin Contests Recap
A fragmentary reminiscence recalls long past boxing clashes involving Cribb and Martin. The writer mentions Ova Crib, Marti, and Paddy Martin, noting Alhambra bouts in 1890 and a 11 round fight, with uncertain details and fading memory of opponents and outcomes.
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Marti
Martin
Sham Vane Trent
New Zealand
Roy
Passy
Fella
Hie Brathar
Io Crib
Alhambra
Pat
Sy Wrani
Paddy
Nin
Audie
Boxers Debate Headgear Use and Protective Gear
A historical discussion questions whether headgear and padding reduce injuries by boxing officials, athletes, and doctors. It mentions names and concerns about skull injuries, padding effectiveness, and safer gear adoption amid winter training in New Zealand.
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Sid Loralis
Mandien Ree Anderson
Vic Gleenon
Deneio
Bob Brynte
Jack Dusctan
Hay Shabe
New Zealand
Brisbane Stadium Manager Faces Challenge From Beyer
The Brisbane Stadium live manager Mr. Doughty discusses a forthcoming match and a challenge involving Maribene Beyer and Brabene Bowyer. Turmoil among teams and officials centers on seating, tickets, and performance plans ahead of the event.
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Hector Doughis
Brisbane Stadium
Zealand
Patna
Doughty
Arf
Tof Press Genta
Maribene Beyer Ie
Bowyer
Brisbane
Nots Tiving
Beyer Creait
Toru
Jence
Ana Boven
Kelly Defeats Edwards in Newcastle Stadium Bout
Promising 18 year old Billy Edwards faced a tough test against Kelly at Newcastle Stadium on Saturday night. Edwards, noted for quick hands, traded blows with Kelly through 18 rounds before succumbing as the hometown favorite showed grit and power.
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Newcaster
Billy Edwards
Tommy Welly
Newcastle Stadium
Fane
Edwards
Sabe
Hart Rene
Teddy Owen
Inser
thade‘Stadiom Punt
Cate
Dilly McAllister
Ravn
Iterewether
Maryn
To-night at Stadium Segs Show Attract Crowd
The program promises a full night of entertainment at the stadium with performances by Raine Jack Pelken Grange Ruane Vic Mick and Betty Charlie Ber. The evening features physical culture, marriage and domestic fun, with musical acts and a strong emphasis on lively, varied acts.
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Ordine
Pralinmasien Ars
W. Rane
Jack Pelken
Grange
Ruane
Vic
Fr ‘Nowaana
Mick
Betty Charlie Berinom
Edbinon
Rom Raitoal Semoe
Five Excellent Bouts Open Preliminary Card
Five competitive fights headline the prelims with standout performances. Richards defeats Carter on points while Braddock and Ninnell secure victories in decisive showings. The card also includes a close draw between Cowarn and Douglas and a strong display by Foley, with heavyweights proving the crowd’s interest in the upcoming main event.
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Tait
Abe
Jack Uecaring
Harry
Hotes
Tolay
Gomes
Wallis Lee
Foley
Fearnia
Harty
HuEtlegh
Lan Cowarn
Douglas
Taohoe
Richards
Carter
Stroniter
Ponent
Bill Bare
Es Ninnell
Uraddoce
Agaly
Tod
Morphy
Queensland feather match and odd scoring at Ackworth event
A garbled account covers a Saturday featherweight bout involving Charlie Pesan and Peakes, with remarks on penalties, corner actions, and a sequence of rounds including an entry by Me Atpe and references to Se foeren W/OKRY. The text notes winners, venue details, and several misread names amid a boxing bout summary.
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Ackworth
Claus
Fauc
Wba
Fehame
Peakes
Ian
Susranger
Cate
Jeree
Bose’ Sistemas
Weady
Bork
West Seturtey
Paul Derk
Silvino Jarl
Welllington B A Its Successful Report
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Tytbou Hon
Anc
Tenteran
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Godfrey Early
Tonario Pelkey
USA
Saxton
Dbs
Rhone
Piunsnath
Camas
Fairwall
Grime
Geume
Palle
Wien
Tom Heeney
Africa
Marais
Tom Heaney
Johenniesburg
Nyland
Ulate
Hamilton
Niven
George Cook
Heeeynieny Shaimpion
Sri
Weemsten
Ram Haley
Godprey
Wells
Phos
Dian Dodfrey
Gostrey
Oll
Sumeine Swtarens
Fiske
Mare OT
Ruunylefea
Govlirey
Ainyet
Colling
Gostfrey Coulang
da Golver
Collina
Wadfrey
Clover
Airlene
Collie
Dangeraua
Godfrey Mate
Fen Wear
Hy Stever
Collin
Dodfrey
Sien Callie
Emline Algo
Rebh
Downing Godtrey- Godmney
Godley
Calline Sudkrent
Baha
Barry Collins
Aera
George McKenzn
Weil
Ailivailne
Klar
Garr
Sndivn
Fein
Ronnie
Shoalves
Anain Fin
Lea
Tt Lane
N.Z
Leichhardt
Walane
Griffo
Griffo Record
Grito
Australis
Griffa
Griff Wax
Mons
Victor
Apel
Hiber- Hill
Grilka
Akin Haver
Mines Aras
Himes di Westor
Dowgherny
Tom Gurney
Gurney
Bourkes Street
Ally
Charlie
Stan
Held
Peter Newton
Grilli
Hon
Olf Bendo
Bourke
Zox
Fevie Clube
Zack Fuller
Wingis Green
Peter Neweon
Alf
Lambert Arvenie
Geille
Cribb-Martin
Mr, Doughty
Queensland
Uenog
Massari
Sildeni
Pa Tesa
Kelly
Newcastle
Physical Cultune
Marrage
DusiNu
Whee
Alegat Teta
CMY
Pryrical
Marotta
CORES
Tarrengower
Coumpliaatio of
Sever Ees Saline Art A En
Charlie Pesan
Wellington
B.A
Peace Ls Aa Reil
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