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Newspaper
Sydney Referee
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 12, 1923
Page
3
Melbourne crowd roared as Grime halted Pandong in a brutal bout. The Filipino challenger pressed early, but Grime’s precision and timing swung momentum, finishing with a decisive knockout as the Melbourne crowd witnessed a dramatic stoppage and the undercard delivered close bouts.
A historical cinema review notes the screen clash of Demspey and Firpo, praising clear photography and dramatic sequences. It describes Remageey’s moments, Firpo’s depicted courage, and the eventual outcome framed by the promoter’s release and public interest.
Flores and Casey fought a gritty drawn match with multiple twists as the referee intervened over fouls. Flores earned points in the later rounds while Casey battled back, but the bout ended with a controversial decision and a crowd reaction.
A dramatic welterweight contest between Strangler Lewis and Dick Daviecourt ended in a violent brawl after a halftimes scuffle. Fans watched as punches and head blows escalated before officers intervened to separate the combatants and restore order.
A. McCauley reports a chaotic account of Eddie Butcher’s career in West Australia with mentions of meetings, judges, critics, and opponents. The piece covers public reactions, regional events, match outcomes, and local commentators opposing or supporting his fighting path, noting a tense promotional climate and varied opinions.
In the aftermath of Melbourne tests the pennant season opens with debate on district bowls taboo. David and Goliath figures feature in a long, chaotic report detailing teams, venues, and results, with focus on players, scores, and the social scene surrounding the event.
In a carnival atmosphere at Fronce Baths a large crowd watched Charlton perform with effort, but a slightly off pace stroke and shorter distance reveal he is not yet at his best. Christie, Coppleson, Doyle, and others competed, with Beitne and Mannaly among the notable finishers as youth and effort push a promising sprint era.
The piece describes ongoing preparations by ABA and related groups under W. Sweetman at Domain Baths. It notes attempts to set new records on Saturday, mentions Avery May’s potential marks, and discusses the influence of Australian bodies on rule making versus European oversight. The Herald reports tensions between Australian and European authorities over future governance and record recognition.
Beaurépaire sets multiple world marks at a fete in Honsluly Niow. The Australian in a halleved mile clocks 14 minutes 28 seconds for 1000 metres. Three world records in one night, with 30 laps and a first to finish noted.
The preliminary events at the high school track meet were decided Monday. Names such as Enya Guine, Henry, and others appear in the fragmentary report, with results noted for wheelmats, women runners, and posters.
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