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Newspaper
Sydney Referee
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 27, 1916
Page
15
A reminiscence tracing boxing's rise from prewar stadiums to modern times, noting how Victorian era nobles and clergy supported the sport. It recalls famous patrons and events, historical venues, and a century of public interest, including royal visitors and legendary champions drawing crowds.
Australian champion Darcy has reached New York amid a flurry of managerial moves led by Tex Rickard. The scene focuses on Rickard's bid to handle Darcy tied to plans for major bouts and possible clashes with Mike Gibbons or Jack Dillon. Darcy plans for war service rumors swirl as talks about future opponents intensify.
In a chaotic ten round clash at the Stadium Dave Smith defeated Bill Squires by stoppage after a power punch left Squires unable to continue. The preliminaries featured Jack Hill versus Many Murton and Merry Kilrain against Herts Williams. The match drew mixed referee opinions and expert commentary on rule enforcement and boxing governance.
Blackburn defeated Jannese in a hard fought bout to claim the bantam crown. The Victorian fighter led with forceful attack and steady defense, while Jannese mounted a late rally before the referee’s final tally. The crowd’s cheers followed every decisive exchange as Blackburn maintained edge in points.
In a gritty match Saturday Edy defeated Lloyd by decision after a close bout. The crowd saw Eady employ sharp lefts and a steady jab while Lloyd pressed and tripped, with both men trading moments of control in the later rounds.
The long troubled veteran Joe Walcott, once famed Welterweight champion, returns to New York after years away at sea aboard the steamer Aros Castle from Australia. He previously beat Choynski in 1900 and later faded from the scene amid rough years in boxing.
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