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Newspaper
Sydney Referee
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 23, 1922
Page
3
The report details the Wollongong bout between Frank Griffin and Curly Parkes, describing Griffin’s decisive late KO and the subsequent inquest finding. It notes Griffin’s injuries, the blow sequence, and remarks from witnesses, wife, and fellow boxers while outlining the coroner’s findings and lack of further charges.
A garbled report describes the Leonard-Britten bout with chatter about patrons, officials, and spectators. It notes ring action, punches, and aftermath while including scattered names and viewer impressions from the London scene and correspondents.
Hughie Dwyer travels from Brisbane to challenge Sid Godfrey after securing a recent bout and a 160 pound dispute. He arrives with trainer Baxter and set sights on Gees Mice Saha styled hopes in a 20 round clash.
Reported bouts highlight Kramer injuries and Betts at the National Theatre event with divisions from bantams to welterweight. Prize money ranges 60 to 7 10s, entrants close on the 18th, with California Ramies contenders and a Hippodrome tournament recap featuring Cody, Killester, and Richards results.
A damaged report details the Leicester match where Australian bowlers faced Leicestershire. It covers the opening, strategy, key players like F Caney and W J Traut, and notes the Australians led at mid early, with highlights of long ends and court field play.
The article describes the State Amateur Championships including results from the women and men divisions. It highlights key matches with players such as Veron and Titer, noting close scores and standout performances in the wrestling and boxing style competition at the event venues.
A chaotic boxing card ends with Hunefeld dominating Harry Hulmes in the seventh, delivering decisive blows. The match features scattered commentary on early rounds, referee notes, and crowd reactions as Hunefeld claims victory at a Birr arena.
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