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Newspaper
Sydney Referee
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 13, 1911
Page
14
The report lists fights and matches planned for Friday and Saturday nights at the Gaiety including Jim Darry vs Young Hanley, Fredty Dawes against Soldier Garland, and Hart and Madden meeting in Balmain. It notes bets, purses, and injuries, alongside commentary on local boxing coverage and international interest.
The article outlines a forthcoming bout between Cyclone Johnny Thompson and Bandshan Rice at the Stadium. It recalls Thompson’s past showings, his battle with Billy Panke, and his confidence amid travel and climate challenges.
Tommy Burns lauds Jack Lester as a gallant victor after a rugged match with Sam McVea. Burns notes Lester's early surge and steady rounds, and recalls how he himself faced a similar rough test years ago on Boxing Day.
A Melbourne scene recalls Mark Higgins losing to Picato at the Stadium last Wednesday night. Higgins showed early promise but faded after six minutes, drawing crowd support yet failing to sustain power or pace. Referee intervened as the contest wore on with Pipato prevailing and Higgins’ condition questioned.
In the Legislative Assembly Mr Thrower questioned Premier about interfering with the Boxing Day match between two imported black princes at the Stadium. Inspector General Day said no interference unless special circumstances arose and that the contest would progress under existing regulations.
The article notes a potential future match between Jack Lester and Nyre Smith discussed on Monday afternoon. Dave Smith shows willingness for Bib to deal at 3 p.m. on the day of battle, while Tommy Byrne questions Leaver's weight class. Lester had retired for the day.
A tightly contested boxing match at Gaiety Hall pitted Will Daley of the Newloen Pastime Club against Regin of the Bondi Surf and Social Club. Daley was awarded the win after a spirited encounter, with Regin matching him step for step and forcing a late rally before the final bell.
Billy Warren debuted in Melbourne at the Melbourne Athletic Club facing Jack Clarke of New Zealand. Warren fought bravely despite a left hand injury and was beaten on points as Clarke remained busy with superior form and improved from previous showings.
Melbourne’s fifth attraction for Monday night features twenty rounds between Jack Read and Frank O Grady. Plans for Higgins versus Carrie in the welterweight title race are discussed, with Devitt and Whiting arranging bouts. Many Melbourne boxers seek or refuse matches as tours shift to Perth and Adelaide.
An advertisement today outlines a major charity event at the Stadium next Tuesday night for the Sydney Hospital. Boxing features include Bam Langford Tommy Byrne Gam McVea and Dave Smith with many more to perform.
The Meferse's Urishanes correspondent reports a boxing bout where McVe dominates Lester from the first bell. McVe pressuring, landing solid blows including a jaw shot that staggers Lester, who fights back but appears overwhelmed as the crowd reacts with mixed applause and rising tension.
London reports describe Jack Johnson scoring heavily against Police Superintendent McIntyre as cross examination unfolds. Johnson challenges newspaper reports on Burns and Jeffries fights and questions witness familiarity with Marquis of Queensberry rules. He claims potential October 2 bout with Wella could spark a breach of the peace and expresses contempt for the witness.
A benefit event is organized to aid Mick Fitzpatrick who is seriously ill at St. Vincent's Hospital after two operations. The fundraiser will be held at the Gaiety during the five week of January with support from Wally Weekon and Charlie Campbell providing a ball and other material aid.
A fragmented excerpt shows farmer Glive and others debating Johnson and Wells amid claims of racial tension. Protagonists accuse opponents of white supremacy while condemning one sided vigor and alleged hypocrisy in preaching against piggers yet praising segregationist notions.
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