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Newspaper
Sydney Referee
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jul 23, 1919
Page
2
A fragmentary historical account traces post Johnson era boxing and the rise of a white hope movement. It surveys key contenders like Morris Palzer McCarty Palzer and damages around the era, noting Molly upsets, debates over race and the fading of early champions as new challengers emerge in the lead up to the era’s main bout.
The fragment catalogs numerous boxing titles and fighters, naming veterans like Nelbon, Nolan, Lavene, Kilbane, and MeAuliffe, among others. It references bouts in London and the United States, listing ages, reigns, and notable challengers, hinting at a dense history of welterweight to bantamweight champions and key knockouts.
The crowded arena watched a chaotic boxing match as Grille and Dime fought fiercely in the ring. Spectators reported a tense exchange with several exchanges and a late, disputed finish that left the outcome undecided.
London March 13 28 years ago Five thousand people attended a boxing card at Central Shaft Hole where Pear Bidvin and Frank Craig fought for a purse of 100 dollars. Slavin won on a knockout after a series of exchanges, with Craig knocked down twice and Slavin declared the winner amid a loud crowd. Britain's Princes viewed the bout and plans for an American visit to Australia were noted in cable reports.
Fragmentary OCR passage mentions CHAMRY ENTERTAINED Shermy Clasby and Mary, with scattered names like Vers A large ounbar of Road Ti and Ria Matsa in Australia. The text references a day’s events, cigar moments, caves and memory among company members, but details are unclear and names appear garbled.
A chaotic crowd erupts as Robbie Gray and Wall clash in an intense bout. Referee disqualifies Wall after a heated 2nd round exchange as Gray dominates with decisive moves. Public attention centers on Gray’s maintainance of balance and Wall’s controversial tactics throughout the match.
The report recalls a brutal Johannesburg boxing bout between Murphy and Burge with mid rounds, injuries, and a dramatic finish. Both sides endured heavy blows as crowds watched, with Burge showing tactical skill and Murphy fighting through pain before a decisive exchange.
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