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Sydney Referee

Location

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Date

Feb 23, 1916

Page

16

Watson Defeats King In Rough Draw Bout

In a heated clash at Americana Stadium, robust Watson outboxed Mick King but the referee ruled a draw after a hard fought ten rounds. The Australian ex-champion showed urgency at times, while King pressed early but faded as Watson shifted to offense and defense, leaving fans split on the verdict.

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Beauty Reaches the Jaw in Melbourne Boxing Card

Reporter Bendigo notes Dodger Ryan, once a favored bantam, appeared past his prime and relied on a single double punch. Tammy, from Brisbane, proved slow and largely ineffective, with Ryan showing limited variety and lingering in monotony as fans recalled his past reputation.

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Jess Willard and the World Heavyweight Scene

A sprawling account centers on Jess Willard as world heavyweight champion, with references to Jack Johnson’s era, challengers like Moran Coffey and Fultuan, and Willard’s planned defenses. Headlines note betting, public interest, and upcoming matches, including potential bouts in New Orleans and other venues as organizers pursue fresh contenders. The piece mixes hype, rivalries, and the era’s boxing culture, highlighting Willard’s readiness to defend his title against top contenders while addressing critics and doubters.

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Boxing Odds and Promoter Notes From Melbourne Carnival

The report outlines betting odds for a boxing card in Melbourne with Dodger Ryan and Tomy Uren among entrants. Promoter updates mention matches and potential welterweight title bout on March 11, plus travels of American heavyweight Mel Bourne and local boxers like Pat Doran and Frank O Connor. Eye health issues hamper George Pearsons, while Les Oakley and Joe Stokes coach prep and matchups for Saturday’s quar dreyux program.

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Light Horse Comforts Fund Benefit Carnival Details

Details of a benefit carnival to raise L300 for the Light Horse Comforts Fund on March 14. Colonel Lenehan and Mr Weir organize with about 200 invited guests including town residents and visitors. The event promises a notable spectacle with performances and speeches aiming to support the fund and state-wide welfare efforts.

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Thorn to Edwards in March Bowls Match

Thorn lodges a bet against Lew Edwards with Larry Beery for E28 and agrees to meet in March. Kilmore may not see Weay 63 accept, bet remains open. Hector Melville coaches with George Tavlee, fourday FigM, and match details described in terse, era tone.

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Referee War Fund Additions Reported

Fragmentary wartime notice lists weekly installments and collectors for a fund drive. Names such as Richard Baler, George Hill, Ted Parker, Albert Vaughan, Charlie Ward, and Ernie Edward Pearce appear among organizers and contributors with amounts and chain of payments noted. The item documents community fundraising roles and ongoing payments.

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Pennant Bowls Showdown Between Randwick and Parramatta

Randwick and Parramatta battled in the pennant bowls event with Randwick edging ahead at times while Parramatta fought back. The report details matches, scores, and notable plays as both clubs vie for dominance in the state competition amid scattered notes on venues and upcoming rounds.

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Fishing tactics and gear amid Hawkesbury beach angling debate

The article discusses coastal fishing practices at Hawkesbury and Wandawandian Creek, detailing gear types like semicircular lines and anchor-shaped setups. It notes anglers experiment with methods to land mullet and bream quickly, mentions local trawlers and shop demand, and highlights regulatory concerns and market impacts on gear and catch.

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Richardson Porishing Tackle T. Richardson Porishing

Fragmented OCR text shows garbled names and places with no clear event or outcome. The readable fragments mention tackles, individuals, and locations but lack coherent actions or dates to form a valid news item.

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