Boxing Notes Echo Kangaroo Act and Wide Boxing Roster
The April 2 1916 column lists sparring and match plans for fighters including Harry Stone Dave Smith and Eddy McGuorty Cassell and Les Darcy are noted as potential opponents with mentions of Charley Muderman Jim Nexus and Jack Cole among others The piece sketches a restless boxing scene with Australian and British links and ongoing talk of forthcoming bouts and venue planskunitled
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Tage Bo
Harry Stone
Dave Smith
Eddy McGuorty
RING
Les Darcy
Boxing Results From Easter Week Across Cities
Boxing results reported from Sunty, Melbourne, Brisbane and other venues. Harry Stone defeated Merle McCay in Australia after 20 rounds. Laurate kn Jim Lymeh won in four rounds. Rev Hector Melville and Ken Edwards scored knockouts in separate bouts.
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Melbourne
Laurate
Jim Lymeh
Brisbane
Gaile
Hector Melville
Nsw
Ken Edwards
England
Prouk
Thom Uausersla
Victorian Boxing Night At Sydney Stadium Delivers Rough Action
An Australian gathering at Sydney Stadium drew a rough crowd as novice fighters clashed. George Sellars, Alf Joseph, Battie Taylor, and Jack Myers provided stiff competition with noticeable height gains and ambitious displays. Ted Hult and Herb Williams led the veterans, while George Campbell impressed with improving technique and venom in the punches. The card promised more action as the season progressed, with spectators noting the crowd’s brisk appetite for confronting bouts.
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Frank Thost
Sydney Stadium
Fehl Lane
Engluhrman
Fendaliarers
Bimneell
Reg Kayte
Harry Cone
Avery
Smineing
Rae
Alf Joseph
Battie Taylor
Jack Myers
George Campbell
Inca
Enedy
Abe
Arthur
Roy
Ted Hult
Herb Williams
Stadium Matinee Slated With Education Exhibit
A Thursday stadium matinee will feature a training exhibition by Roughouse Buc Liew Bawards W. May and H. McCoy. The program includes George Prentice and All, Davis, Ray and Spader, Chiato and Mac, Clarence on concertina, and Max Manin as singer and dancer.
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Sidney
Roughouse
Buc Liew
W. May
H. McCoy
George Prentice
Davis
Ray
Spader
Chiato Sod Mac
Javelty Aeroe
Ada
Clarence
Concertina Hlmg
Max ‘Manin Tragtimme
Stone's Wallaby Acrobatics and McCoy Clash at Stadium
An American challenger Sam McCoy faced Australian weight champion McCoy in a brutal match described as a tactical two way war. Stone dominated early rounds with superior power and aggression, then executed a dramatic third act rally to seize control by the tenth round. The crowd roared as Stone delivered sharp ducking and redoubled pressure, promising a strong showing in upcoming bouts.
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Harry Stone
McCoy
Hullet
Charlie
Baer
Lavier
Kanwara
Boningight
McKay
Dane
Ordee
Maiman
Stone
America
Rippel
McCay
Asvaton
Ameri Cane Express
MaCoy
Beane
Dy Vialins
Renee Ure
Andi
Mandeya
Alles
Tven
Uren
Tor McCoy
Ant
Ty Eatuen
Owen
Miceli
Walla
Urew
Wight
Armerican
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Uren Outpoints Stone In Fifteen Round Battle
American boxer Uren outboxed Stone over fifteen rounds in a rugged match. Stone pressed early but Uren’s counter rights and body work shaped a clear edge by midfight. Uren continued pressuring, landing decisive blows in the later rounds to secure the victory.
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Amercan
Stone
Say
McCoy
Wien
Ure
Slashing Bout Anticipated At Stadium This Saturday
The article discusses Burns versus O Connor style bout prospects with Burns possibly making weight. Edwards and Kimmy Hill are noted as top contenders and the event stirs curiosity amid uncertain weigh-in conditions and a looming clash at the stadium Saturday.
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Fran O'Connor
Burns
Buwardh Mill
Beth
Edwardpan Wolair
Hopkina
Edwards
Kimmmy Hill
Avarvane
Melbourne
Brinbane
Isis
Colin Bell Matched With Dave Smith In Match
A fragmentary report notes Colin Bell matched with Dave Smith in a rugby or football contest. It mentions players Veal and others, a referee, and a wide cover of play. The passage hints at emerging teamwork and potential record-approaching form as teams prepare for upcoming fixtures.
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Colin Balls Iuilenge
Ees
Alee
Dave Sai
Gare
New York Boxing Commission Penalty on Willard
The New York Boxing Commission ordered Willard to discontinue exhibitions at Pioneer Sporting Club after a row over perceived provocation and advertising. The action came as managers and backers argued over the sanction and enforcement, with observers noting the bout may face implications for future shows.
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NEW York Boxing Commission
Willard
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New. York
Jscke
Curtey
Rasch Sexta
Ranh
Bowne E
Beth
Wilamd
Ike
Domeiesjan
Edie
Nermi
Pita
Anette Bronesr
Monday Night's Card Promises Featherweight Action
A crowded program at the Stadium features featherweight bouts as top contenders clash. Darcy Ina Jin Tracey and Sil Netign headline, with Calinelt Gang Jin Tracey and Fritz Ho Hinds among others. The card includes young talents Sid. God rey and Harry Hare in key matchups, plus a anticipated bout for the featherweight title contender New tury versus Ritaaimimons.
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Jack Muronia
Uanges
Nikita
Johen
Darcy Ina Jin Tracey
Darcy
Tracey
Howe
Fritz Ho Hinds
Pip
Les Baruy
Harry Hare
Denis O'irene Maren
O'Brien
Sid
Godrey
TY Godfrey
Suisbane
Apa
New Tury
Ritaaimimons
Tom Newcaatie
Malcontents Clash At Sydney Royal Raster Show Event
Report from the Sydney Royal Raster Show notes crowd action and key plays as Stone drives the performance and Otten beats Uren in a close contest. Attendance reaches about 7,000 with around 2,000 from an earlier day, highlighting rivalries and audience reactions.
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Caleen
Les Darcy in Sydney Beats All Critics in Exhibition
The article recounts Les Darcy's return to Sydney where he impresses crowds with his power and skill. It notes his respected status as world champion and discusses the need for rest to recover from training strain. Darcy plans future bouts and an eventual move toward challenging higher levels.
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Sydney
Troy
Rweniae
Ieec
Dennag
Ty Alesis
Fanning
Leskine
Solomon’s boxers face tough test in late season bout
The Solomon's boxing recap highlights a challenging matchup as Rowe faces Simpson after a long campaign. It notes past defeats and claims of Rowe's cleanliness, while questioning whether he can prevail again, with reference to Lloyd and other contenders shaping the title chase.
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Hapa
Howey
Meney
Aiees
Eatons
Coffey
Wal “Gari
Champiah
Howe
Lloyd
Ana
Rowe
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Mytell
Jke Jacobs
Hitom
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Asta Darcy
Demlen
Wicel Simpean
Nicol
Bamme
Simpson
Bouret
Irena
Solomons
Henry Regio
Lavigne and Burke Duel for Lightweight Crown in New York
The article recalls the controversial World Championship bout between Georg Wid Lavigne and Dave Burke, noting Lavigne won via a technical edge while Burke objects to the weight class and judges. It references English and American contenders and the era’s debate over true lightweight supremacy, with crowd opinions split on the legitimacy of the title.
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Georg Wid Lavigne
Nalinal Police
York
Lavigne
England
America
Austrade
Willie Wachie
Lavine
Matt Wowld
Shay Lavigne
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Weller
Wrestling Referee Views on Stakes and Support
Walter In Jerasthironalf addresses wrestling norms in a publication letter. He argues winners should receive deserved praise and wreaths after victory, while emphasising straight wrestling and honesty. The piece notes amateur exponents lack stimulation, funding, and public support, urging higher standards and local press attention.
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Wwe
Ednor
Ako
Cameri
Walter
Meiourne
W. Robinson
Boxer Chapman Faces Retirement After Loss in Rowe
The report notes Chapman's surprising defeat at Rowe and hints at retirement plans if Baker management approves. It mentions veteran boxer Vie and the planned Melbourne farewell for W Batesie Hughie from Mohegan, with his brother Jina Tehegan accompanying patriotic events at the Stadium tonight.
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Batesie
Hughie
Mohegan
Melbourne
Jina Tehegan
Tovnight
Ussiatente
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