Gossip of the Ring Heenan Flourished in London Memoirs
A clipped reminiscence from a London Sporting periodical recounts a Paris and London boxing era. It notes a late 19th century theater bout involving Jake Melvin and Jem Sith, mentions Adah Menken and Swinburne, Dickens, Reade, and Dumas connections, and recalls a 17 to 19 era scene with Fights, lovers, and boasts. The piece mixes rumor with biographical snippets about public figures and pre-fight chatter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. Fccorbett
London Sportanum
Am Interests
Tee Ieee Boning
Wisley Wanalan
Juerium
Imperial Theatre
Jake Melvin
Jem "Sith
Fathe
Prance
Jainater
Frank Hinde
Bonommpal
Pealey Mace
Rominy
Maca Abe
Adah
Society of
Posey
Swinburne
Charles Dickens
Charles Reade
Dumas Flrat
Akead
Heensa
Tors Sayers
Adaf Bsusee Menken
Mareppsa
Ashley
Westminster Bridge-road
Auuarhien
Chantilly
Taeg
John E. Sullivan
Charles Mitchell
Michell Sa
Sullivan
Hampstead Heath
Jake
Charley
Patsy Brannigan Training Hype Sparks Boxing Echo
The article compares Patsy Brannigan with Red Watson amid crowd reactions at appearances and recalls Brannigan’s bouts against Val Rhoove Johnny Conlanthe Jim Wendrick Monte Axzell Richie Williams and others. It notes critiques of Brannigan’s style and fame and references past engagements and a letter about a stay at Darlinghurst Gaol.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Neal Ramorgan
Brannigan
Val Hloove
Johnny” Conlan
Jim Wend
Rick
New Orleans
Patsy
Monte Axzell
Seversl
Jim Mendrick
Shan
Thare
Ricdieliams
Beary Kaufman
Richie Matchell de Milwate
Charlie White
Mnest Freddie
Alent
Leon Oreo
Darlinghurey
Darlinghurst
Mighty Dime Leads Boxing Fame Across Seas
A long profile of Mighty Dime, famed in boxing circles, detailing his Irish birth in Tipperary, 31 years ago, and a legendary career from early knockouts in Ireland to headline bouts in Australia and the United States. The piece highlights his charisma, enduring rivalry with Jim Dime, and his influence on the sport’s appeal abroad. It notes key bouts and opponents, including Jim Gallagher and Johnny Gorman, and praises his stage presence and confidence among fans worldwide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
Stoat Bunch
Tipperary
Ireland
Teather Welch
Fa. Horning
Sparrow Lewis Chane Landry
Denny Shevelseavy
Jim “Rebineon
Timay Carrell
Caleb Walroon
Jack McCann
Jeck Green
Tommy Waody
Tommy Belanan
Billy Frazer
Bille Bales
Hack Krgever
Eaeie Carney
Tad Feffers
Fod
Geo. Knowlton
Jimeny
Phan
Australia
Dhe
Warehall
MeHes's Rocks
Jirma Gallagher
Wiles
Wee
Johny Gorman
New York
Jerry Marshall
Cilia
Boston
Amon Dime
Gila Olill
Simay
George ‘McKenzie
Mieenve
Titme
Basie Connolly
Clevelans
Nike Leonard
Jimmie Ghrman
Troy
Remembering a hard fought boxing clash in New Orleans
A veteran recounts a pivotal boxing memory against Casherwood in New Orleans. He recalls a brutal 13th round, the crowd’s roar, and lessons learned about power and stamina while reflecting on his early career and the dangers of fighting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Widdeds
Doran
Widdera
Piysican
Widdere
Bill
Apruf Aurey
Haseey Teaghe
Way
Meyer Ginehidy
Rivne
Couch
Widders
Larry Taley
Foran
Telvision
UREN BROTHERS TED TOW WELTES CHAMPION FIGHT REPORT
A fragmented account describes a boxing bout featuring Uren Brothers and Ted Tow Weltes champion, detailing weigh in, ringside weigh loading, and spectator reactions. The report notes weight struggles, partial results, and the crowd’s reaction as the bout progressed, with references to officials and media coverage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Uren
Ted
Tow
Weltes Shampion
Abd Havils
Frank Picato Benefit Show at Pardington Hall Tonight
A fragmentary report details a Frank Picato benefit event at Pardington Hall tonight, promising a Deville programme and dancing to close by 10. The bill names Eva Jones, Percy McKay, Charles, Babe Picato, and many boxing and entertainment figures, with London's Sporting Life notes and travels of Snowy Plyne and Marcel Denis among the readables.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Phat Gogo Teltow
Frank Fickto
Mesurs Win
Col. Kelly
Tom Cubic Fron
Wally Weekes
Ion
Pardington T. Hall
Eicack
Bowers
Mins Eva Jones
Percy McKay
Charles
Best
Chapin
Artin “Tauchardt
Bob Asnold
Gallipoli
Dan Rohs
Ted Weight
Babe Picato
Franks
Mills Box
Patsy Brennigan
Big Beefs A Reich She Scene Of Boxing Fury
A chaotic report details a brutal boxing match with heavy blows and crowd reaction. The fight features intense exchanges, including a jaw strike and KO-like moments as fighters trade powerful hits and spectators shout encouragement amid a dramatic finish.
Boxing Notes and Race for Title in Postwar Era
A vivid, albeit fragmented, account details boxing clashes and local track events with mentions of Mick King, Prod Eart, Georges Papin, and various city venues. It recalls a tense bout, crowd reactions, and a championship atmosphere amid regional sporting activity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Haier
Meresing
Bening
Petween
Hedi
Kalgoorlie
Goternat
Sayliy
Nave Bickers
Murey
Wien
Dulagh
Mick Kine
George Tan
Taylan
Bache
Guidinoni
Mick King
Johany
Tae
O'Malley Beats D Tlen In Tight Bout At Stadium
Reports say OMalley secured a clear victory over an opponent named D Tlen in a seven round card at the Monday match. Widners and Shales offered comic and competitive performances, with Denham and Wild hanger delivering steady footwork and crowd-pleasing exchanges throughout the evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hararaeress
O'Malley
Naresiel
Mater Srauel
Tony
Limes
Bemlen
Eet
Baker
Benham
Shales
Dougity Ile Tellans
Harry Renae
George Shales
Frakell
Riley Rining
Denham
Denhai
Detter
Vince
Arelgatt Weil
Australia’s Greatest Sports Requisites Suppliers Ad
A vintage ad lists a grand range of season 1916 17 cricket balls bats and gear from AYRES BARTLETTS NICHOLLS SHAW COBBETT and more. It promises specialized balls mats and stumps for Australian wickets with prices and detailed product lines.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Australia
Ohare
Bath
Marvel
Haymarket
Flaymarket
ABEL
Aljograph
Gayiroc
AYRES
Bartlett
All
Ngland
Bartlet
Macartney Autotraph City & Suburban Sport Co
CS. Sport Cove
Bereshaw
Shaw
Cobbett
Urwer
Moore
Gunning Moore
Nicholls
Shaw and
Koe Stuart
Surridge Oval
Dewer
White Kid
Cape Painys
Bay -Aiuitid
Stuart
Sumridge
Tapia Delos
Surridge
Surry Shields
L. Kand Ty Summers Brown
Sykes Yorkshire
Warsop
Promising lads clash in Melbourne training event
In Melbourne crowds packed the arena as local contenders emerged from a mixed program led by Jack Harmperies and Dave Pearson. The match featured heavyweights and lightweights, with several bouts decided by knockouts and points, including notable showings by Harman and McCoy as the night built toward future title prospects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lew Edhwani Arlow
Waverles
Gadtstaund
Stoke
Suina
Harman Aha
Eb Wilson
Dawn
Saneese
Whee
Shavey
Hares
Frege Pearson
Ballarat
Pane
Williams
Rooweigh
Rapreond Fa Ravan
Irene Bell
Cegard
Currans Tover
Tethys
Wil McWith
Mvidoda
Sine
Liew
Belwarde
Charnmaiy
Pearson
Arles
Fulmer
Doron Haw
Sendunione Sui
Victoria
Lloyd
Jack Kens
Ted McCoy
McCoy
Harry Stone
Rana
McCop
Brogseane
Milerich
Milerich, Ones Vletaran Mittienslahy
Hriben
Mathouine
Alana
Reig
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Heenan
Ada
Isaacs Menken
Patsy Brannigan
Red Watson
F.concett
Thesehares
Red ‘Wason
Wilson
America
Watson
Cermadis
Ranmigen
Teddy
George Deal
RING
Jimmy Dime
FL Corbett
America’s Finest
Mike Gibbons
Neapolia
Shar Levey
Everal Times
Sascha
Wight
Pullman Avior
George Barwa
Apeene Edinne
Hens
Purewgres Star
Rising
Fry
Frank Picato
London
Ins Provace
Fi Donaldson
K.C B
Lick Smith
Rome
Lord Stielner
AMS
Hampshire
Snowy Plyne
Toomorrow
Albury
Alverwarde
Marcel Denis
Armentieres
Marcel Syn
Selah
Avexce
Pravue
France
Flett
Marcel Lepreus
Merchand
Volaire
de Ponthien
W.F.C
Fort de Vaui
Sen
Colin Bell
AS Reich
York
Teller
Gella
Howard
Buck Crowe
Crouse
Adraita
Wr Bell
Jurimle
CIA
He McGuorty
Billy Pape
Owen Maran
Mats Welln
Aml
Faibsburds
Australie
Bailywack
Keith
Alex Way
Mags
Wwe
Campreaod
Camer
Rkml
Dave
Cathareaod
Tollowers
Tihar
Grote
Uma
Dory Toainesy
Beyory Tsaniuaat
Fritz Holland
BNLA_BUILDING
Elizabeth Street
Georges Papin
Prancey Hun
LuresavEt
O'Malley, Denham, Foran and Widders
By W
F. Corbett
Munro
Amy
Alvellar
Tragi
Garratt's Hotel
Markay
Castlereagt Silveriyeast
Ounoparies
Vstuik Siteubr Wik
Vic
Gui Seiry O Mae
Actra Speciel
M.S
Eclipse
Nicholson
Blackwood
Val
Bickneyy Jae
ALL England
Pune
Gow
Sadie
Oes
Acta Bre Saver
Tel Fm
Weijcu
SEUB
SGEID
Aolt
Ibs
Rene Vaart
Potes Wesley
Von
Cote
Ping Geo
Finlay
NGS
BERL
Rae
City Spurs
Bendigo
Paddy Bolte
Mary Stave
Rat McCoy
Messie
Bioney
Bart Taging
Vaehweer
Stalin
Fannin
Rawigen
Scar
Amgsorss
Lima Blaze
BeaiUeninne
Ain
AwAraina
Layey Voram
Staton Reameme
Fuinmanta
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