Billy Smith Wins Ninth Round in Torrid Sydney Duel
Boxing card at Stadium on Saturday featured Billy Smith defeating Frank Van Figure in the ninth round. The undercard included Billy Braith vs Frank Van and other bouts with mixed results as fans witnessed near collapse and dramatic exchanges in a dynamic program at the stadium.
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Smith
Sydney, Stadium
Seal
Billy Braith
Prank van
Van
Billy Sith
Siena
Stadiums, “Ltd
Boxers Gather for Worldwide Personalities in Driscoll
In Driscoll a broad cross section of boxing figures gathered amid debate over fighters such as Mary Mansfeld and Teddy Green. The event featured matches, including a 10-round bout won on points by Mansfeld, with talk of future tours to Australia and Europe.
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Driscoll
Breland
Enaran
Wien
Mansfeld
Demsky Beats White in Brisbane Bout Recap
A chaotic Brisbane boxing match ends with Demsky delivering decisive blows, knocking White to the canvas multiple times. The crowd cheered as Demsky pressed the attack, scoring with jabs and rapid combinations to seize a clear advantage before White's movement faltered and the referee intervened.
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Demsky
White
Brisbane
Dempsey Wills Fight Looms In World Heavyweight Race
The era’s last chance for a Dempsey bout with the unbeaten champion builds as Tommy Gibbons and Harry Wills emerge as plausible contenders. Speculation centers on whether Dempsey will face Wills, Gibbons, or a later showdown in New York, with debate over who can outthink or outpunch the other in the looming title match.
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Dempsey
Jack Dempery
Sean Steene
Rome
Famine
London
America
Harry Witte
Witte
Gibbons
Regent Mue
New York Evening Journal
Farber
Corbett
Bee
SheMale
Corbett Daiy
Clyro
Hailen
Francisco Paper
Helen
Moretund
Gorbert
Don
Corbeis
Stew J
Jose Plingel
Geepine
Jefe
Atom Gibbons v. Harry Wills Fight Likely in NYC
New York, December 3. A possible bout between Atom Gibbons and Harry Wills is hinted as a high profile heavyweight clash. Reports say both sides show readiness, with Wills signaling intent to meet Gibbons and promoters weighing terms and venue for a decisive championship bout.
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Atom Gibbons
Harry Wills
New York
Tom Gib Bone
Hurty Wills
Senora Cine Publily
Esih Ratte
Rhea
Norfolk
Jim Driscoll Dead Champion Remembered
Jim Driscoll, renowned European featherweight champion, active in the early ring era, is remembered for his intense bouts and title defenses. The obituary notes his fame, battles, and influence in the sport while highlighting key rivalries and the era’s boxing scene.
Melbourne to host national flyweight boxing title
Unclear fragmentary report from Melbourne discusses a flyweight championship with multiple names mentioned and ongoing talks. The text references contenders, organizers, and a possible event date, but many words are garbled.
Battling Siki in Clown Acts Dominates Odd Boxing Page
In a bizarre display, Battling Siki performs in clown acts while details of ring intrigues emerge. The piece recalls Siki and Rube Waddell era theatrics, noting boxing flair, vaudeville humor, and lingering fame amid staged stunts and eccentric ring legends.
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Siki
Deligi
Grime Defeats Pox In Thirteen Round Boxing Bout
The match between Grime and Joe Pox ends after thirteen rounds with Grime prevailing. Pox battles back with clever defense and sustained aggression, but Grime gains the edge through tactical punches and mounting pressure to secure a clear victory.
California Boxing Rules Drafted for State Authority
A garbled early draft outlines boxing regulation in California, naming a Governor appointed to oversee commissions, venue rules, match schedules, and financial limits. Provisions touch on licensing, penalties, and oversight of clubs, with dates and monetary figures present in enigmatic form.
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California
Frealenny
Srg Interactiog
Corman
Cahora
Sacramento
Oxford Boxers Prepare for USA Team Selection
Fragment reads as an Oxford university boxing team aiming for USA selection with unclear details. Mentions cadet or captain references and potential selection context, but specifics are garbled. Outcome and exact names are not clear due to text damage.
Dempsey Hints at Retirement After May
World heavyweight champion Jack Dempsey, in Vancouver on a Saturday stop, signaled a probable retirement after May. He said he would quit fighting possibly to pursue motion pictures or run a gym, keeping doors open for one final date and weighing future plans.
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Mibry Williane
Alea ‘Daniels
Briabella
Seturey
Widliaree
Roeland
England
Norton
White
Morfoll
Iowa
Nore
Cord
Nimaeif
Wille Barn
Tammy
Almargo
Ling Haavywalanis
Wille
Pialeal
Thas Mina
Ted Tain
Ering
Natew
Furevreti
Arrferer
Vancouver
Lot Anislan
Jack Dempsey
Ake
Antil
Ain
Dempeey
Gymnasium
Etter
Firpo
Claas
Edgrea
Joho
Rullivan
Buulvs
Cherie
Hagan
Eine
Zounas
London
Corbett
John Lewasch
Sullivan
Ivan
Ceeneyeane
Bob Fitsninmnons
Johan
Balliven
VOLAIRE WINS WELL IN NEWCASTLE BOXING REPORT
Boxing report from Newcastle describes Volaire defeating Buxton amid a rough bout. The account mentions Frenchman and Ruston trialing with punishing exchanges and larger crowd reactions. The piece notes Valatees and Macocaly involvement and Beton receiving punishment, while the match ends with Volaire securing victory.
Bombardier Wells Wins Time He Retired Permanently
In a surprising finish, Bombardier Wells clinched victory as analysts note a retirement cover story may have influenced the race. Wells, aged veteran, dominated the final stretch securing the win amid questions over timing and coverage.
Unclear OCR Fragment Impacts Local Boxing Show
Fragmentary text hints at a boxing event at Alury Showgrounds with names like C Ezopler and H Rowlandad among police and supporters. Details are garbled, few clear facts emerge about participants, location, or outcome.
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Edgar
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Mer
Ing. Gee
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Ahoun
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Dave Rhede
Dover
Carri
Cam Mery
Willem Khaa
Lg Oe
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Bey Barnaby
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Demehy
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Jim Driscoll
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Haar
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Lithgow
Yuna Felsah
Paren Tan
Perrin
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Ryday
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Todty
jSci
Sachnon
Bea
Arthur Tech
Wil Raters
Igor T
Han
Senegal
Rube
Waddell
Hilary
le Pichive
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Sim
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Hlawnine
Maral Wee Clanale
Joe Pox
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Renate
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the Athletic Commission
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Oxford
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Newcastle
THE
Tommy
Austen
Ruston
Franchman
Valatees
Hemo
Lasnan
Valslee
Beton
Lee
Boal Bay
Saar
Bombardier Wells
Ian Panlahment
Mae Maymuria
Alury Showgrounds
Mwnne
Berey
Taamianis Pacentiy
C. Ezopler
Police Maciyrate
Histon Haha
Rcal
MF H. Rowlandad
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