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Newspaper
Sydney Referee
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Feb 11, 1920
Page
3
A fragmented review of boxing events and personalities, citing results and commentary from Sydney and New York outlets. Mentions Boxers such as Brock, Becket, and Murphy, with references to matches in Melbourne and Sydney, plus discussions of promoters, challengers, and upcoming shows.
Local account details Norman Blunton and several club members at the Kalgoorlie event with references to races, timing, and associated figures. Mentions Amateur Swimming Club, coaches, and spectators. Describes travel, course conditions, and issues with funding or prize money. Indicates ongoing coverage of local sports and community updates.
The article reports a dramatic world wrestling championship bout at the 71 Regiment Armory on December 1. Stecher defeated Zbysek with a powerful hold, crowd roars filled the venue, and officials announced Stecher weighed 204 pounds with Zbysek at 210 pounds.
Thus Reg Perle speaks of attempting boxing again and seeking matches against any second-rate featherweight or country lad. He aims for Newcastle or other districts, offering E10 to arrange a fight, with terms to avoid excessive stakes and to fight under safe conditions. He invites challengers to contact him at the Re and T Clap location.
Fragmented OCR text describes a boxing event at Melbourne Pavilion Monday night. The report mentions names and chaotic details, indicating a dramatic finish but with unclear outcomes. The piece references local fighters and spectators, and hints at a controversial or unsatisfactory conclusion.
The article details a welcoming gathering for champion rower James Paddon and the NSW Rowing Association. It covers arrivals, speeches, and the ongoing debate over Paddon's world championship challenge, plus the North Shore Mosman regatta results and notable attendees at King’s Hall and related events.
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