Easter Holiday Boxing Contests Bring Notable Cards
Victorian and Queensland boxing events headline Easter contests with veteran Frank Thorn out, Geikie and Melville engaged in a dramatic eight round bout that ends in a draw. Melville shows surprising skill against Geikie, while Ed Edwards suffers a loss and new matchups loom for Brisbane and Melbourne exhibitions featuring Joe Russell and Sid Mellen.
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Victoria
Queensland
NLEW
Edwards
Frank Thorn
Geikie
Midweek boxing results and upcoming bouts highlighte
The card features several contenders including O Connor and Greaves in a 20 round main event and a late lightweight clash with Qu Ive as tales of wales and bantam weight prospects unfold. Wednesday night cards set for April 26 list Martin, Dicker and Austin with plans for May rematches and future showdowns.
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Abe
A. Brie
Fernand Quesens
Brisbane
Mascatie
O'Connor
Reynbide
Andy” Greaves
Bud
Ron Greaver
Mately Tor
Bob Jones
Owen Elia
Owen
Robert
Kas Martin
Chariie Dicker
Wally Austin
Briabane
Charla ‘Tieksen
Mat
He Gave Me A Real Beauty At Brisbane Stadium Fight
A boxing bout at Brisbane Stadium Monday night featured Edward as victor after a lengthy exchange in the third round. The crowd roared as blows landed, referee Leslie declared the winner amid cheers.
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Brisbane
Ge'Ne
Drmnent
Callies
Blusen
Geikie
Queensland
Heciac
Melville Wandack
Punees
Suneainen
Thari
Edwarite
Syuth Ulat
When Corbett and Mitchell Met in a Box Office Fracas
A detailed account of the Corbett Mitchell dispute and their violent confrontation at a venue. The article describes heated exchanges, threats, and threats of boxing combat, with witnesses and managers trying to restore order. It notes the involvement of O Sullivan and the New York World in coverage and references the era's social tensions.
Theatre dispute ends with heated crossing at the box office
Mitchell and Slavin are ordered to leave the plays amid an argument outside the theatre. Gallagher kept in the background while police intervene as Mitchell taunts rivals. Slavin eyes the box office loot and the crowd disperses after a heated exchange and a theft incident.
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Mikehell
Slavin
Ana
Mitchell
Gallagher
Corbett
Minees
Brady Jim Daly
Everal
Carter
Blake
Jim
Fsa
Study Your Man And Tactics In Boxing Ring History
Rolar Plexus presents a smoky boxing article analyzing a bout between KC Brown and Write Helland. It recalls Helland matching a different fighting style, noting misreads of his opponent and discussing technique, timing, and the impact of coaching and ring strategy on the outcome. The piece weaves era lore, references to Hall of Fame figures, and reflections on fallibility in reading an adversary.
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KC Brown
Helland
Land
Hellas
Wim
Jef Smith
McGuorty
Wenty
Founda
Celesis
Eventis
Corbett
Keven
Ellos
Akuin
Felee
Timuh
Metoue
Divilege
Behring
Hiv Cuprie
Lae
Ariuesban
Visio
Bayer
Anton
Aimee
Pts
Carrie Sereer
Payler
Will Bee Lee Henge
Leigh
Chile
Sundin
Anrlasiune
Babe Willis Sykes
Fragmented 1920s Egypt boxing clash described
An OCR read details a chaotic 1920s Egypt scene in Helio polis with fighters Colbert, Corbert, Sullivan, and others. It mentions a ten round match, crowd reactions, punches, and a tale of rivalries, ending with a grizzled blow and a reference to a king.
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Beeson
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Victorian Boxing Notes Highlight Bitter Weight Contests
Victorian boxing notes describe heavyweight contenders Heryyweinh and Walsh preparing for a likely clash, with Pat Dorey and Walsh facing off for the heavyweight title. Charley Bimipaoi defeats both rivals in prior meetings, while Sock, Daly, and Beatie are cited in a broader scene. Ed Wards and Dundes toni Simpson weigh in on prospects as rumors of a rematch circulate.
Referee War Fund Meeting Report
A summary of a Sunday meeting noting names such as Richard Haley George Hill Harry Will George Mays and others from Worthing Sussex and nearby areas. The statement mentions a war fund effort and acknowledgments, with attendees including Hancock A. Ture Neen Biyk Waller Jes Brocnan and Dolan Ai.
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Worthing
Sussex
New South Wales Pairs and Rink Finals Result
Season's state bowling championships report the New South Wales pairs and rink finals with detailed match play. Queensland rink play and Victoria's results are noted, including draws, scores, and notable performances by McCrae Turville Lancays and other players as metropolitan clubs faced country participants.
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Perth
Claremont
Marth
Charles
Wood
Winers
Wks
Mesars
McCrae
Turville Lancays
Cor. Maloe
Arthur Hu
Renerg
Ford
Turville Vic
Association of Were Jnaching
Teorthiern
Ginihbun Metsies
Sydnex
Inter Club
Yarmey
Metropolitan Bowers
Cig
Hodyay
Ansorialolh
A. Presiledis
Lili
Vora Counry
Peemie
Etrapuitian Varviers
Club Leninasl
Wid Stirkel
Findine Slubs Willhaie
Green and Bowls Test in Sidelights of Selection
An Adelaide Chronicle piece details bowls tests and selection debates with coaches and selectors discussing form, tactics, and team picks. It mentions officials including Breenie and references venues like Camden and Marrickville, plus intercity considerations and player discipline.
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Sid Mellen
Lee O'Donnell
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Mirror of Life
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