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Newspaper
Sydney Referee
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 01, 1915
Page
15
Boxing notes recount World welterweight chatter and results from Solar Plexus. Msgorty’s victory over King’s left steadies, American punches prompting a towel stoppage in round eleven. Reports cover Moran, Delaney, McGoorty, and several Australian bouts with injuries and contenders named, plus upcoming matches and British and American fighters' prospects.
Boxing fixtures list upcoming bouts across Sydney Melbourne and Brisbane. Notable matchups include Wee TBlawah Pmerseay versus Red in Sydney, Tom Uren versus Wired Kay in Melbourne, and Jock Stanley versus Wave Geile in Brisbane with local training notes and commentary from boxing writers and fans.
In a delayed letter printed in The Referee, McCoy declines taking advantage of a six month clause and notes he is willing to face Tommy Uren after his Delaney contest. He proposes a December 11 date or New Year’s, seeks a fair shot for the title, and signals readiness to defend against Uren in a future bout.
Matt Murphy beats Tissa Newbury in a ten round match, with discussions of a possible Brisbane or Sydney showdown. Rumors swirl of Murphy aiming for a title clash with Billy Yates or Uren, and talk of a future Brisbane meeting to arrange an entry date.
Boxing column notes Dan Blackwood seeks to box Pat Regan or Joe Costa at West Manland Stadium on Saturday night with a strong crowd expected. Recap mentions Newbury's May Murphy and a lively three round clash featuring Joe Gosiand and Mick Martin, recalling past bouts as Jim Corbet once defeated Hog-Fal Aown.
A broadcast of boxers lists numerous individuals including Tom Dunn Walter Cottey George Brewer Ted Green Leo Finucane Lyn Troseor Herdase and Jim Hil among others at The Referee TM Office. The missive notes Freddie Welsh versus Jos Mandot for a championship crown and hints at a forthcoming bout in New Orleans.
A chaotic recap details Joe Mandot facing an English challenger for a long title bout, with mentions of Dorey, McGoorey, and a disputed 0-round match length. It notes American hopes and European pressure, describing sparring and ring action while signaling a notable, if uncertain, championship claim amid a crowd of contenders.
The article reports on debate over Ernest Barry and Young Ahearn as potential middleweight contenders, with NSC influence and citizenship questions noted. It mentions Wells, Wells’ application, and possible selection for a Lordales belt bid, reflecting tensions within the National Sporting Club and wartime boxing circles.
The finale touches by Ed Edwards Fred Delaney Fritz Holland and Red Watson prepare for events at the stadium. English pair White Edwards and Dan Peel spar while Jack Warner and Robin Sraith watch. Watson boxes six rounds with George Brewer and Tom O Malley as Holland trains with Pat Talbot to sharpen form.
A fragmented, garbled verse taunts Jess Willard with mocking praise and boasts about his rivals. The text mocks strength and predicts outcomes while referencing a ring persona and public attention. It reads as a noisy sports vent with distorted lines and crowd voice.
George Lawrence from New York reports on boxing, noting bouts, promoters, and notable figures. He mentions Australian fighters, the new boxing commission, and the blend of sport and theatrical activity, with reflections on venues, crowds, and the state of boxing in America and Australia.
Australian boxing figure Les Darcy announces plans to tour with Joeh Kearns starting December in the United States, detailing travel ideas, finances, and hopes to meet contenders while facing government travel restrictions and upcoming featherweight title discussions. The piece notes public interest, speaks of Darcy’s youth, says he weighs 1210 pounds in his usual attire, and references broader boxing debates and restrictions amid wartime travel limits.
Boxing fixtures of note in December include Fred Delaney versus Harb McCay and Mick McGuire versus Hens Demin in Sydney and Brisbane. The card also lists Edwards v Hill, Humphries, Jayin, Kirwan and other bouts across Melbourne with December dates and matchups unclear from fragmented OCR text.
A garbled recount hints at a tense on field clash involving players and teams. The text references punches, a deferred punishment, and a controversial moment raising questions about conduct and outcome.
The article features Pat Bradley discussing Les Darcy and boxing styles. It notes Bradley's belief Darcy could dominate, comparing reach and technique to other fighters and describing in-ring tactics and movement observed in training and analysis.
The famed colored heavyweight pair Zam Lemke, Sai McVeay, and their rivals square off in a string of meetings with draws and decisions. Reports recount wins by McVeay and Langton, with Langton and Baxter matching later and both teams preparing for further clashes in the era.
The article lists preparations and schedules for multiple boxing matches involving Fred Kay Tammy Uren Bert Spargo Charley Stimpson and various contenders. It notes dates around December and early January, with mentions of weight classes, potential matchups, and the involvement of figures like McCoy Jenkin and Nugget Seou-Fred, plus historical notes on fighters and promotions.
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