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Newspaper
Sydney Referee
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Apr 16, 1930
Page
2
Frenchman Vauelard battles to the limit against Australian Jack Haines in a brutal 12 round duel at an Australian arena. Both fighters exchange heavy blows with Vauelard showing grit after taking punishment, while Haines dominates late to claim the victory amid a roaring crowd and a dramatic finish.
A compact, period style note lists boxing weights and fighters in a mosaic of names and places. It mentions flyweight through heavyweight divisions with fighters including Sameny Mardell, Tackie Toft, Jack Sharkey, and Maxie Ra wenbhlum, across cities such as Los Angeles Vancouver and New York.
Canadian wrestler Hen Sherman signed Walter Miller in Johannisburg with promises of a £760 offer while promoters National Sporting Cab have offered Miller a minimum £1000. The deal aims to secure Miller's comeback, as he has not yet been beaten in the ring.
A listing of contenders across weight classes names boxers such as Dempsey, Tack, Brown, Kid Chae Hie, Beiex Whore, Walter, Gorilla Tunes, Levey Johnson, and George Godfrey. Regions like Cuba, Philadelphia, New York, California, and Ohio appear with placeholders for weight divisions and promoters.
An unclear passage describes districts and towns facing upheaval after a Sydney crown incident. It mentions the Western district, Pat town centers, and responses to a match or derailment. The text is garbled with misspellings and missing context, obscuring concrete actions or outcomes.
Nelson defeats Filipino challenger Al Cunin at Leichhardt Stadium after a brutal eight round war. Nelson controlled early rounds with sharp body punches and a strong two handed attack, surviving a knockdown scare to seal victory on points as Burns and Woodley also score KO wins in the undercard.
A noisy Wellington crowd estimated between 3,000 and 16,000 witnessed Donovan Sarron fight in a 15 round encounter noted for its tough exchanges and a controversial late call. The American showed rugged defense and power, earning a decision as the bout highlighted Sarron’s career record of 18 wins and one loss.
Barry Goldstein predicts a tight battle as Australian champion Jock Baines defends against Larry Brignolia at Sydney Stadium on Saturday night. Donovan and Sarro vie for recognition, while Leckie prepares for a comeback. Delaney plans a Newtown event with Pearce and Van Iaught, as Nel Kennedy promotes top welterweight bouts in Napier.
Billy Murphy of Auckland, a former world featherweight contender, warns of facing Sir Ron or Donovan and claims readiness to meet top opponents. Wellington fixtures and boxing officials react as Murphy boasts about past wins and future bouts amid rumors.
Dobby Delaney held the ring and forced oil through while Bert Osbourne fought back hard. Delaney claimed the honors in the main event, despite Osborne's forceful strikes and a late rally that tested the crowd's patience. In earlier prelims, Farnham beat Cilien and Riles outpointed Prod hand, with Jerome and Evana also securing wins.
Plans are under way to open the Adelaide wrestling event with Kanterimi and Me. L. Le Garou presiding as principal organizers. The program includes a grand championship match at the Adelaide venue with expected attendance and official openings.
The World boxing notes reportcontinued from Golamn with odd insults and a bout near Perth. Hugh Wanting and Hock T. Molmtouk battle in West Australia as Denny Ryan wins over Ashley Bart at Unity Hall. Newcastle sees Dobby Delaney and Bluey Tomes draw in a 15 round match at the Newcastle Stadion.
U S A boxers Brignolia, Golden and Hindley arrive in Sydney for midyear bouts. The group includes welter contender Harry Goldstein and junior lightweights, with plans to study in Harvard and pursue world title hopes. The page details opponents and past wins, noting Goldstein’s tour strategy and Hindley’s planned matches in Europe and America.
Sid Sampo returns after a year out to stop Sampson Fower in the main event at Symes Stadium. Weller stops Campbell. Brown defeats Carrick. Weston outweights Jackson as a crowd pleaser. The card features several knockouts and quick finishes, with referees stopping bouts in the early rounds.
World boxing story recounts a sprawling day of bare knuckle bouts and rumors around Sandy Ross Lav and Larry Foley rivals. Mentions bouts, contract talk, venue plans, and potential matchups with figures like Dempsey and Walker, all amid chaotic, rumor-filled notes across Louisville and Philadelphia.
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