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Newspaper
Sydney Referee
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jan 10, 1917
Page
16
A fragmented boxing column from St W Corbett notes a master and pupil display with letters and lectures about Gadfrey, Geihie, and Graf, detailing exchanges, clashes, and Observations on technique. The piece catalogs sparring turns, injuries, and judge-like commentary on the fighters' styles and courage amid a crowded bout.
The report recounts Arthur Douglas of South Alvnes as a sensational figure in Sydney, detailing a disputed match in which Meeins and Heaton figure prominently. It notes crowd reactions, injuries, and a contested decision with Owen Keying, highlighting tension around a future rematch and local support for a decisive bout.
A fragmented wartime letter narrative describes the French front and allied lines, mentioning New York and Sydney, soldiers' morale, and hopes for a long campaign. It references Brigadier Wollayd and Tummy Wye, with notes on conscription and homefront sentiment amid mud, danger, and shifting weather.
A garbled OCR text fragment references names and places in a jumbled stream. It mentions Jim Driscoll and various unclear terms, with no coherent event, date, or outcome to anchor a news item or summary.
A garbled OCR fragment lists various names and scattered odds or bets, including Tony, Juan, and Beth. It references weights and measurements, with no complete structure or clear event, place, or date.
Fragmented OCR text shows a farmer named Tommy Uren involved in harvests, animals, and weather notes. Mentions wheat, horses, and field tasks alongside scattered names and places. Overall readability is poor with many garbled phrases and unclear events.
Local boxing column lists bouts and participants including Mall, Godrey, Ure, Uren, and McCoy. Mentions Tammy Mulley and Kay, with plans for Friday or Saturday events and a four round tournament. references to Sparta Ground and a charity or club slate.
Fragmented OCR text references Malley Sullivan O Malley and Herb Eames among others, with boxing match details and scattered phrases about stadiums and training. Several names and places are garbled, making a coherent event hard to determine.
A garbled report covers a Monday Sea alum boxing match between Harey Gilray and Wally Vincent marked by errors and confusion. The piece notes misplays, uneven pacing, and moments of surprise, with Vincent appearing dominant at times and Kilrain attempting a comeback amid a tense crowd.
A detailed account describes a Chinese boxer facing Murphy at Wachoune Stadium in Sydney. It notes the rugged style and white gloves, the 9.7 and 13 weight classes, and intense exchanges with Murphy who held recent good form. The report recalls prior champions and mentions the crowd and venue context.
A garbled report describes a past event with mentions of Vincent and a weight percentage 4.17 percent. The text references stages and bouts, suggesting a race or match with unclear chronology and multiple misread words. Readable names include Vincent and Froude Turkey.
Fragmented report covers Thomas, Murphy, Kee, and Raymund with mentions of Greddan Jackson Burke and O Maley. Notes near end reference Peter Jackson death, Greddan’s Sydney bout, and a canceled match, outlining an era of Australian boxing and key figures.
An aging boxing column by RendioG wanders through Victorian era rivals, with references to Seale, Mayin, and Wooten amid a nostalgic recap of fighters, outfits, and past glories. The piece sketches a crowded ring of names and events, hinting at society’s fashion and sport during the period.
Sid Coidrey is slated to replace Freddy Jeyick as opponent for Wav Geikje at Bris. The card, set for Saturday, may weigh on weight conditions with Godfrey and George Eddy among possible others. Tom O Malley and Sol Jones were discussed for Monday, but back injuries and shifting plans cloud the lineup.
Boxing notes report Healy defeating Clifford Brisbane in a ten round decision at Wonday, with Elford offering rugged resistance. Silver Corbett outpointed Tom Band, and Bly Riordan outpointed Billy Shrubb. Jannese defeated Locke in a 40 round? bout, and Squires planned a return match while eyeing £100 stakes.
A muddled report from Saturday’s Arrow of Newesslie EP details Fred Fitvermmoinn backing a rival plan against Sol pay and a wide range of bets. The text mentions Mr Baker’s pit, Hovey ferrain, Sid Gadfrey draw, and a proposed 13 round match with bets and names that appear garbled, indicating a chaotic local boxing scene.
Article recounts Sid Francis at Brisbane Stadium with remarks on his effort and a fight involving So Jones and Retabine. O Malley-related tensions rise as fans echo calls for patching and support, while the crowd reflects on past performance and loyalty to the team.
Fragmented lines discuss Thirroul, Venki, Dave Meelis, The Marine arera and Conveet. Mentions AMG open to Pavey and Oeecee. References Wattevaung, Gap, January dates. Text is garbled with multiple names and places, unclear outcome or action.
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