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Newspaper
Sydney Referee
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Apr 28, 1920
Page
11
Jerry Sullivan battles a noted champion in a hard fought match with fierce exchanges and decisive rounds. Sullivan's steady pressure and precise combinations edge out the opponent as judges stamp a close victory amid a crowded arena.
A garbled report from a Melbourne correspondent describes boxing events and filmings with references to Newcastle and Tasmania. It mentions weight classes, fighters, venues, and expected weigh ins, alongside scattered notes on TV or film productions and public notices.
The London Star of Hiwey reports a brutal boxing match where Coghill outlasted Amalilian’s Gordard Gien in a grueling late round. Coghill dominated with vigor, landing decisive blows while Gordard fought back, tears and fatigue marked by a powerful finishing flurry. The crowd hailed Coghill as a historic champion based on his endurance and precision.
A chaotic report covers boxing and wrestling at a stadium show with Tina, Martel, Wallis, and U.S. style bouts. The piece notes injuries, ref problems, and a packed audience who witnessed a standout win by Tommy Martel and unsettled outcomes across the card.
Fragmented account describes performers and fighters in Manila city scene with references to boxing, training, and oriental acts. Names such as Macario and Tracy appear amid a mosaic of international intrigue, sports chatter, and cultural commentary from the era.
The report details Murphy defeating Ray O'Donnell in a boxing match with decisive punches. Reed notes crowd reaction, referee calls, and the overall performance of both fighters across multiple rounds, highlighting Murphy's superior aggression and Stevens’ defense.
A chaotic report describes Holland defeating Monty Murton and other locals in a Saturday night bout at a town hall venue. The piece mentions crowd reactions, lingering tension, and plans for future matches involving Holland, Murton, and several listed gymnasts and clubs in the area.
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