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Newspaper
Sydney Referee
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 13, 1924
Page
2
Boxing card at the stadium featured Frank Locke defeating Charlie Evans while Don Cameron toppled Charlie May in a hard fought welterweight affair. The event saw numerous exchanges, with May bleeding and Cameron displaying superior power, though both bouts drew strong crowd reactions and lingering excitement despite missteps and crowd noise.
A chaotic match report describes Garrick securing a victory in a Sydney lightweight tournament amid scattered notes on rounds, opponents, and judges. Details mention Pearsons, Hines, and O'Donnell among other boxers, with confusion about scores and outcomes.
The match at Brisbane Stadium ends with Lynagh defeating Finney in a bruising contest. Carrick scores for the Aboriginal squad as memories of the bout linger with record gate attendance and a charged crowd atmosphere.
The match saw Tom Gibbons defeat Bloomfield amid a chaotic scene as attacks and exchanges defined the fight. Financial aftershocks loom with promoters facing £77000 in expenses and a pending treaty over the share of gate revenue.
A fragmented report describes Danny Frush overcoming a tough round, with mentions of Ed, Breovane, and Ergine in a chaotic fight where punches hit the stomach and head. The account references a late round surge and concerns over safety with incomplete naming and lines.
A fragment discusses a boy named Wattony and several adults amid plans or temptations around a travel or work assignment. It mentions a decision, possible payment, and questions about duties in England, with uncertain timelines and outcomes. The text is fragmented and omits clear events or dates.
Campaign coverage notes Jack Dunleavy's efforts and candidacy in central European tours, highlighting extended Polish stops and related party activity. Local organizers and supporters are listed as part of the outreach efforts during the campaign swing.
A chaotic boxing preview outlines rising talk of Wills and Firpo as contenders in the United States era. It cites recent sparring, promoter chatter, and forthcoming matchups with mentions of Rickard and Dundee. The piece reflects hype and shifting plans around heavyweight clashes and public interest in July.
The article details a welterweight bout between Young and Tosh highlighted by anticipated action and camera-ready stunts. It notes Tosh’s prior win and predictions of a tough contest with Young dominating the crowd.
A chaotic report highlights Teddy Green impressing crowds in boxing and wrestling events. The article notes Green’s victory over Kelly, fierce exchanges, and plans for future bouts including a potential title clash with Roy Mickey, plus forthcoming matches involving Jimmy Simmonds and Mickey Wade.
A garbled report describes an unconscious boxer winning on points amid a tangled recounting. The piece mentions fighters named Sauar and Monson. it references a near bell knockout, celebrations, and a looming middleweight contest with plans for future matches. Multiple aliases and stray phrases clutter the narrative.
A discussion of a proposed match involving Bloomfield and Tunney for the boxing title with references to Dewey Wille and Tom Gibbons. The article hints at Contender Demspey and the Carpentier opposition, noting uncertain outcomes and possible challengers in a late 1920s era bout setup.
Article discusses Jack Dempsey not defending his heavyweight title this year amid speculation of challengers and rivalries. Mentions Wilberto and Paolino as contenders with coverage of European interest, London plans, and the broader context of heavyweight championship talks. Also notes other boxing figures and related commentary.
A debate on boxing rules in Sydney centers on prohibiting 20 round contests and replacing long bouts with shorter formats. Official word from the Inspector General of Portwhag notes past fatal incidents, while proposals discuss eight or ten rounds and alternative hosting arrangements to curb violent fighting.
Fragmentary report from Auckland by Charlie Peoplen notes Leahy and Flynn in a purse contest for £150 with several names and places implied. The text refers to horses, betting, and a forthcoming event at Wembley with supposed participants including Gibbonn Hloom and New Lind, but details are garbled and uncertain.
The report notes Purdy and Charlie Putoy from New Zealand in the Tailteann Games. It mentions O'Dwyer of the Irish Army, an Olympic finalist, and favorite status. It covers divisions, weigh classes, and bouts with limited readable names and results amid garbled OCR.
Fragmentary OCR text references a tourney with names such as Sack Mapes and Gore. It mentions a distant crest fight, a stadium setting with a 10.5 score or measure, and unclear remarks about individuals and outcomes. Overall, the readable bits suggest a disorderly report of a historical event with few concrete facts.
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