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Sydney Referee

Location

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Date

Jan 26, 1916

Page

16

Simpson Beats Edwards for Empire Feather Title in Brisbane

The Referee reports Charlie Simpson defeating S Edwards to claim the Empire Feather Championship in Brisbane. A tightly fought bout with both men delivering fast exchanges and sharp body blows, Simpson prevailing on points as Edwards struggles to find his range. Spectators praised Simpson’s speed and accuracy, while Edwards appeared hampered by body blows and pressure from the Australian challenger.

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Boxing Contests and Title Talk in Melbourne Ring

Victorian boxing scene centers on Hill and Spargo with talks of title chances at weight classes. Reports detail bouts, trainer remarks, and upcoming clashes as Edwards faces Spargo while McCoy and Uren are noted in welterweight considerations amid stadium events and amateur prospects in Victoria.

Bert Sparmo Votaka Melbourne Spargo Best Sparco Jack Jamese Age Ateridge Fred Porter Mert Ol Victoria Imekeenes Merv W. Christie Merv W. Christie. It Was Doweltering Her Day. On the Sunday Pilar Liv George Baillie Q'Csunor Tommy Uren Sydney Aberofen Rtraighorward Eny Oliver Rman Abiralay McCoy Consar Ile Q'Brien Pat Wagan Port Tivie Our Lady Dar Catajliel Zeyetay Joe Ruesell Stalin George Rady Thom Salney Silney Tegerd Charlie Simpoon John Ween Beng Melbourne Hospital George Taylor Weigit Stadium Mauinee Noeman Marshell Egypt Victoria Jock Mutrey Jim Lynch Wiliame Sir Careay Maccey Leo Coyle Jorb McCoy Coyle Frank O'Connor Jimmy Mi Bert Spargo Contesa Stuirt Smith Bruce Joe Russell Solin Bell

Welterweight Champion Uren to meet lightweight champ Mecay

Boxing notes depict Tommy Uren of Australis challenging Merle Mecay for the lightweight title at Avdney Stadium on a Saturday. Harry Ferry reports on pros and cons of the bout, likening past featherweight feats and listing associated figures, donations, and local supporters of soldiers' boxing gloves fundraising.

Tommy Uren Australis Merle Mecay Chammpion Avdney” Stadium

Wood Chopping Challenge Highlighted in Local Page

A garbled OCR item notes wood chopping activity and participants Teora Kigevroy Martin Dos Wen with unclear details about teams and locations. The fragment suggests an event at a hall or venue with limited readable names and aims, mentioning a recent week and possible competition among locals.

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Holland as King General Hollands bout in Brisbane

The Brisbane crowd witnessed a boxing match timeline where Hollands pressed King, delivering strong body blows while King staged rallies. In a brutal thirteen rounds, Holland prevailed on points as King bled from the face and mouth, with Holland gaining clear dominance in later rounds.

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Wrestling match ends in draw at international contest

Dr Relles, champion of America, and Aberg battled through a tense wrestling night in Manhattan. Roller and Wenig produced near escapes, while Strangler Lewis and Berwin Gardin claimed wins in other bouts, leaving the main event a hard fought draw.

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Local Sydney Baseball Notes from St George District Match

A fragmentary report covers a Sydney baseball game at the Mariekulle Oval featuring St George and Waverly. It notes strong pitching by Lambert, several retirements, and overall competitive play with a final score not clearly stated, while mentioning umpires and a pigeon sighting linked to Balmain.

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Billy Murray Eyesight Trouble Threatens Boxing Return

Article recounts Billy Murray facing eyesight problems that threaten his boxing career. It notes a double vision issue after recent fights, mentions medical opinions in Sydney and Melbourne, and outlines possible compromises or retirement plans while detailing supporters and opponents.

Ally Murray Jack Chung Australia Faanemey Wiiler Billy ‘Murray Sydney Murray McGoorty Tuwel Julien Satta

Boxing Fixtures From A Mischmashed Clipping

Fragmentary boxing schedule lists bouts and venues with scattered names and dates. The garbled OCR mentions February showings, fighters such as Gilmore, O Connor, and others, plus venues like Hallans Galintay and Marea Woodwick. contexto unclear but records events and matchups.

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