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Sydney Referee

Location

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Date

Apr 17, 1918

Page

15

When Peter Jackson Became Champion Chapter IX

An OCR heavy piece charts Peter Jackson’s boxing rise, detailing early bouts and partners such as Lees and Farnan, 1885 Melbourne events, training routines, referees, and the social scene around the bouts. It recounts travels to Sydney, Melbourne, and Boxings’ network including Foley and Molloy, with battle notes and setup for a rematch.

Tom Lora Australia Petar Tom Lees Tam Leea Alinson Brighton Vic Duck Coady Leet Peter Newtod Atkinson Liees Jean Ives Lees Farnan Hile Farnin Tuckson Farna Fartan Tle Opeo-Sir Melbourne Carmac Willamstown Race Cour Jackson Tyfor Leon Mar Jackson Faruan Peter Newton Harry Barnett Sam Floyd Abe Hicken A. Morrie Farman George Benson Ile Enor Nathan Hm Ile Acetic Azas Sandy Olivers Place Moonen Valley Joco Naman Bal Tarnan Omi Earian Jackson Widoows Tom Lowe Pole Newton Nghler Jack Molloy Sydney Larry Foley Molloy Ang Molloy Wight Lawes Burkley Newton Suevean Watralis

Peter Jackson Defeats Tom Lees For Australian Heavyweight Title

A historical account describes Peter Jackson's victory over Tom Lees to claim the Australian heavyweight championship. The scene recalls Jackson's training methods, the packed crowd, and public admiration as he stood described as a living bronze statue.

Peter Jackson Tom Lees Australia Jackson Boudreda Petar United States Drvity Sussex Streets Mick Dooley Hoth Hickey New York Athlotic Club

Frank Slavin Story Recalled in War Time Boxing Legend

A fragmentary wartime portrait recalls Frank Slavin a Canadian soldier and former heavyweight contender. It praises his toughness in trench fighting abroad and his postwar image as a rugged engineer in the Arctic, dense with reminiscences of rivals like Sullivan and Lavigne and notes on boxing career and wartime service.

Frank F Pont Tick Rons Slaivin Slavin Tven Sullivan Champrone Lev Mike Donoven Mas Slavin Conner Wenan Arctic Lin Kueee Alayin England Bealtiah Salisbury Plaine France Waz Belgium Thie Aime Handiwe Mer Cien Vie Frank Slavin Caight Wapsen Mies Watt Wavin Iran Jean Fave Siavin Mle Frank Dick Burge Lambert Coburg Mubourns Lavigne de Waton Enakanad Mian Angle Will Dhe Regaard Heute Hsaten Tim W.F.C Lavigne Yale Darcy Che McGovern Bane Tom Causer Ginker Harry Jerry Breen Bouxti Navy Billy ‘Wells Elven Nationa Badu Evand Brater Driscoll Ido Burge Goring Bert Divusall Marie Lioyl Seth Lambeth

Wally Weekes Wins At Garratts Hotel Market

Wally Weekes tops Garratts Hotel Market and Castlereach Streets DME in a notable local event. Details are scarce but the participant is identified as Wally Weekes amid a regional gathering at Garratts Hotel Market.

Garratts Hotel Castlereach DME Ape Ree Athres

Jack Read Versus Tartar In Arkansas Fight Report

A rough diary style account relays Jack Read's expected clash with a tough opponent called Tartar at Arkansas. The writer discusses Read’s form, power, and speed, noting how Read handled early pressure and comparing his stance and landing with opponents. The piece references training camps, military units, and a broad cast of contemporaries and fans following boxing and wartime events.

Anty McCarmny Lidcombe Lng Aveanees Milly Macarthy Ameream Tommy Ryan Duckle

John L. Sullivan’s Death Toll and Public Perception

Fragmentary memoirs recount the public shock and memories surrounding John L. Sullivan, legendary boxer, after his death. The piece notes Sullivan’s fame, athletic prowess, and influence on American sport while reflecting on the era’s public personas, rivalries, and the cultural impact of his life.

Gibbons Topples Chip in Bout Amid Heavy Action

In a bruising match Tommy Gibbons dominates Chip, delivering decisive blows and controlled offense. The foe struggles to answer as Gibbons seals the win with a sharp combination.

Fragmented wartime diary reveals Australian voyage memories

A distorted wartime reminiscence recounts Matty Smith and American sailors aboard a vessel bound for Australia. The narrator reflects on life aboard, morale, and expectations after the war, mentioning food, discipline, and longing for home. The piece preserves personal names and places while conveying a hazy, remembrance tone.

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