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Newspaper
Sydney Referee
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jan 04, 1922
Page
8
The article reports on boxing star Jack Dempsey planning a theatrical tour, Kilbane’s moneyed stance and reluctance to fight, Willard’s willingness to meet any challenger, and Benny Leonard returning to ring action after healing. It notes Dempsey’s acting salary, Kilbane’s real estate and wealth, and ongoing talk of matches versus Willard and Kilbane with promoters weighing purses and venues.
A historical recap notes Grey Lag Star, a three year old, delivering nine wins in twelve starts during the racing season of 1821. The piece chronicles early expectations, key rivals, and Grey Lag Star’s rise, including trainer comments and notable performances leading to Derby prospects. It mentions Abe Flintest and other contemporaries in context.
The four year old gelding Yellow Hand, sired by Bendel, captured a major American triumph after a strong season. Owned by Charles A. Stoneham, Yellow Hand, purchased in England in 1917, raced in 1919 with modest results before rising in 1920 to win 21 races and amass over 40 000 dollars in purse money. He defeated top handicappers, often rallying from behind in varying distances, and his Russian-roulette earnings were reported in rubles, reflecting a cross-continental burst of betting interest.
The text portrays Jack Dempsey as a headline magnet whose rise after defeating Fred Fulton boosted his fame and brought constant legal battles. It notes he claims intimate knowledge of many lawyers and describes a long pattern of lawsuits surrounding his boxing career and contracts, starting with disputes tied to John the Barber.
Dan light welter championship tale centers on Johnny Dundee and George Chaney as matchmaker James J. Corbett era promoters and managers debate recognizing a world junior lightweight title. Dundee defeats Chaney in Madison Square Garden after lengthy weighing and controversy over weight class and legitimacy. The article also touches on Dempsey film ties and legal tangles surrounding early boxing stardoms.
Fragmentary article recalls John Dundee known as Junior Lightweight Champion wearing a West awarded by Tex Rickard while pursuing possible Dempsey rematch. Text weaves through lawsuits, process servers, and legal action across multiple states amid boxing era figures and publicity dinners.
The article highlights Morvich as a standout two year old with multiple wins and record earnings, noting his sales, ownership changes, and the season’s overall record money distribution across New York Kentucky and Maryland. It compares Morvich to Man o War and Colin, detailing breeding issues and the horse’s remarkable final season races.
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