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Newspaper

Sydney Referee

Location

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Date

Apr 17, 1918

Page

16

John L Sullivan Laid To Rest In Reston

A lengthy obituary fragment recounts John L Sullivan’s funeral in Reston with tributes from family and public figures. It notes crowds and officials attending, wheel of life anecdotes, and the reverent farewell at Calvary Cemetery as dignitaries honor the famed fighter and his career.

Reston John Fo Sulivany Io Calvary Cemiery Alonende Ho Hainte Wood Omar Eels Sullivan Ujle Alish Dan Dwyer Jake Ealpan Jemes O'Brien Tray Cyn Martin Plnberty Ringem Eaivin Coutidge Massui John le Prince Albert Cool Sauyan Wana John le Cual Ulllea

Boxers Team Roster and Local Boxers List

A cropped OCR style listing shows boxer names and nicknames, including Melville Upetae, Teeddie Dawes, Bryant Daye, Mexia Love, Jack Mitchell, Mark Roberts, Tibby Williams, George Meily, and others. The fragmentary text resembles a boxers roster from a local program with hotel and venue mentions.

Sellers Vine Ab Mile Olive Tors Erat Sima Upetae Melville Teeddie Dawes Dk Bryant Daye Mexia Love Mainre Su Qimary Jack Mitchell Marke Roberts Niick Kevan Pret Tibby) Williams Pada Flew George Meily Mark Golden Tommy UE Dake Gratiama Uren Tack Keay Domain Hotell

Jimmy De Grasse in Sydney recalls Sullivan matches

A Sydney-based trainer recalls past boxing figures including Jimmy De Grasse and John L Sullivan. The observer notes Sullivan as fearless and a two-handed puncher, describing famous bouts in New York and Chantilly while reflecting on Mitchell, Kegawa, and Lennox.

Jimmy de Grasse Sydney Jong Brisbane Ana Temiory Ean Maghtav Lawsence Cme- Brisbane Scort Nwn Ameries Sean Kagwa Lorend Torone Ue Wfertioe

Toledos boxing scene hosts Lewis Britton bout clash

Indianapolis figure Ray Bronson who once fought in Australia now manages a Toledo boxing club. He promoted the Lewis Jimmy Duby bout in Toledo recently and aimed to stage a 15 round welterweight title bout between Ted Lewis and Jack Britton in the first week of this month, signaling a major financial success.

Ray Bronson Indianapolis Australia Toledo Ray Ted Lewis Jack Britton

Boxing Carnival at Bendigo Impresses Local Committee

Correspondent reports from Bendigo on April 4 describe Booth Boxing with Jimmy Sharman showcasing the noble art. Lex Kemp and Wu Kee drew crowds alongside others, while WC Connolly, the New England champion, and Sharma-Leey bout were noted as highlights.

Rania Jimi Sharmay Kesler Feir Jim Lex Kemp Una Bester Pare Wud Kee Tommy Leesa Chineer Wser Donmy Lund Sharman Wacran-Othey P

Remembering Peter Jackson the Referee and Mentor

A loyal reader recalls decades of Peter Jackson’s work as a long time referee and mentor. The writer shares personal admiration for Jackson, his influence, and sorrow at his early death, expressing respect for a noble figure in the game.

Peter Jackson Anor

Micke Walsh Story Links to Victorian Fighter Wally Dawson

A fragmented reminiscence recalls Micke Walsh, an Australian humorist, speaking with old fighter Wally Dawson and recounting boxing days with Abe and crooklike stunts. The tale blends shows of bravado, crowd reaction, and Walsh’s quick wit as the crowd roars at antics and lessons from the ring.

Micke Walsh Adelaide Wendy Vilet Wally Dawson Hea Rical Elmer Micko Abe Tana Micke Mathcoethen Ourac Foley Mick Nathan Jer Mace Nicka Micka Lima Nathan Mick Micke Gail Walsh

Marvela from NT recounts boxing legends in 1918

The fragment recalls Charlie Nivehell and Tom Sayers, praising Mitchell Wrivers and John Sullivan as the greatest era, while detailing a 30 round bout at Chastilly where Mitchell faced tough odds. It notes admiration for Sayers and Smith and mentions storied boxing courage amid limited readable context.

Marvela Adelaide Charlie Nivehell Mirahell Tom Sayers Howe Gena Amiacion Mitchell Wrivers John Sullivan Mitchell Amd Uinte Auyune Comeider Michell MD Sally

May Count Upon Me Says Godfrey Sports Messages

A garbled sports item from Meridian recounts comments by Godfrey. Les Guillvey writes about Aubain and a race plan with uncertain results. Multiple names appear jumbled. the piece discusses a possible showdown and bids but remains unclear on outcome.

Godfrey Les Guillvey Sid Broohes Aubain Iain Hue Ryan Eve Devon Pune

Prospects for boxing scene in town and beyond

A crowded report chronicles local boxers and matches with names such as Bud Frawla, Jack Gallavely, Joe De Vere, and Jim Seramens. It notes a state middleweight title bout on Eight-Horns and references military service and wartime ordeals shaping fighters and fans alike.

Bobs Melbourne Oakley Stuart 044 Joe de Vere Mert Jones Jim Seramens Jury Borla Les Kemp Frank O'Grady Heri McCay Dick Tohnuon Tadh Junnese Metts Iiphing Bull Walsh Roy Hay Ward the Murphy Will McWillis Bud Frawla Jack Gallavely Elliotts Auburn Marnockvale David Fea Atharaet Yan Yi Abies Ein i Es Baal Meg Ty Brant Bone Ltottavalon France Tear Red Battery Gaetan Piast Tex Tuna McCoy England Gor Leo Diaeunaimues Kid Bates Fie Tarra Che Ike Mnother Bury Boxer Jim Muller Billy Meeshe Westes Epi Mathieson Eis Sealand W Rave Amother Cpl. Fink Weeuiuds Tors Saimewivere Seth' I Coughy Ginger Sullivan Ernie Mack No Man's Land Besttie Carlton Yenson Protece Muadieweight Antal Sid Hedley Marry Lane Fytasums Ellotine Shorty Hich Hood Locke Frank Locke Joe Healey Jiminy Seta Velie Joe Lee Nat Pone idieWwenghis Victoria Daylee Geo Kon Hayilton Towneys W

Unclear archival fragment hints at historic maritime clash and figures

Fragmentary OCR notes mention a February or March event involving Dave Meekin and Ken opponents near Garden of the Otter and Liye Leviathan, with scattered quotes about tides, typhoons, and a voyage. The text references Coch and McGeorty Mori and an alarm, but details and context are largely missing.

Dave Ochin Ualal Ti Chima Hosing Vlomens Kim

Veterans Match in Bowls Draws Thirty Two Players

A lengthy, fractured report covers a veterans bowls event with thirty two participants aged around seventy four on average. It mentions places and names in a garbled style, referencing teams, individuals, and outcomes amid unclear details and stray quotes.

New Smith Wiles Bowling Association Championship Launch

The championship kickoff occurred Saturday with many entrants, though some withdrew leaving a smaller field. Weather permitting, the event plans to proceed at Gimoury Lane with sponsors and local officials overseeing the competition.

Smith Wiles Neveryl Newcastle Heath Sna Marsi TV Miragu

Veterans Rally As Law Veterans Meet On City Green

A gathering of Law veterans on the City green last Wednesday afternoon, led by Juba Spence of the New South Wales Mowing Association, showcased a lively Veterans War of the Ames event with bowls, speeches, and awards including medals for top players and a strong turnout of 42 contestants totaling 2527 yards across events.

Veterans of Law Juba Spence New South Wales Mowing Association Abe Anu Pesuus Rune Spence Sondinocs Grajar Passau Veterata Genel Geo Hall

Veterans Club Bowls Meet Showcases City Club Bonding

The City Club hosted a veterans day with Mr James Wall presiding and Mr Passau and Mr Moran among speakers. Old Bowls members from Bowie and regional clubs gathered for reminiscences, while notes praised long careers and the sport’s community ties.

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