BOXERS AND THEIR DOINGS By The Amateur
Boxing notes from Melbourne and Sydney scenes with Clifford versus Phillips, Melbourne North's Sydney debut, and a May bout at the Gaiety. Several proposed matches. concert at the Gate. plans for future fights by McCarthy, Dawes, Buddleweight Wilts, and others. Newcastle and Coal City circuits noted. promoter Sturgeon expected to officiate. possible tour of New Zealand and Australia discussed.
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Smpire
Artis
Albery Clifford
Phillipe
Naval Defi Seaman Hempstead Challenges Australian Squadron
Seaman Hempstead of H.M.B. Katoomba issues a challenge to the Australian squadron in a dated 4/6 notice. The message requests a two round bout for a side bet, inviting the opponents to prove superiority in combat-like contest.
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H.M.B. Katoomba
Sydoer
Amaleor
A. Hempstead
Ezeman Hom
G. Katoomba
AL Hempstead
AB. Hols
Katoomba
Srdory
Sayers Heenan Fight Remembered in Special Feature
A feature recalling the Farnborough bout between England's renowned champion and Heenan is planned for next Wednesday's Referense. The piece will cover incidents from Sayers career rarely published in Australia and note Hone of the champion's grave.
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Tom Savera
Farnborough
Kid Parker in July 1 Gallery bout with Sturpon
A garbled report mentions Kid Parker and Mick in a planned clash with Boony Sturpon at a Gelery on July 1. The text is fragmentary but implies a confrontation and potential outcomes involving Parker and associates. The piece hints at ongoing tensions and a conflict likely tied to a local event or boxing style narrative.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mick Fiuma
Kid
Warker
Sturpon
Gelery
Parkes
Silver Challenges at Methourne Meet Missed Showdown
A garbled note reports Silver facing Methourne featter-weight in a near miss event. The fragment mentions Gh and Austyvalamia names, Wing and Found, plus Slaire Pwatame Wiul, with uncertain details about a planned fight or showcase now unlikely to occur.
Dunn and Cribb Mick Agreeable
Fragmentary text references Dunn and Cribb Mick Agreeable with mentions of Sydney and a Friday morning time window. Readable facts are scarce. no clear event, date, or participants beyond scattered names.
Billy M'Kell at Burraga boxing and wrestling exhibition
A Burraga correspondent reports Elly M'Keill bantam welter from Australia fought Gen. Bean and Egan in eight rounds while Billy M'Kell entertained with wrestling. Brogan vs Tatters provided a lively three round bout. M'Kell impressed locals with his skill and sportsmanship during the visit.
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Steting
Otter
Burrage
Elly M'Keill
Bantam
Welforer
Australisia
Ammberium
Roude Lee Ping
Gilly
M‘kell
Bietan
Egan
Brogan
Dave Tatters
M' Kell
M'Kell
Bhewilf
Billy
Durrags
Amateur boxer letter dispute over Hawklet office editorial
A reader named Sam Gray disputes a Hawklet office letter, claiming the published piece misrepresents his writing and challenges Silver. He seeks publication of his own letter to defend his reputation and clarify the forgery claim.
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Metsourar
Jeter
Tim
Peter Fella
Wrein
Sam Gray
Gel
Bower
Chtay
Verging On A Double Knockout At Gaiety Hall Fight
The crowd roared as Clifford and Philips battled in a brutal bout at the Gaiety Athletic Hall. Both men landed heavy blows with Phillips sustaining a late surge, Clifford scoring decisive moments including a knockdown. Referee Nolag ruled after a grueling six rounds, praising the fight as a near classic and urging more battles to boost the sport.
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Charley
Gaiety Athletic Hall
Geldes
Ramse
Sturgeog
Carmen
Iifford
Ageio
Clfford
Philips
Clifford
Phil- Nessod
Eouek
Ciford
Paimpe
Beerea
See
Phillipa
Tiny Nolan
Phllips
Abs Willistone
Nowy Biurgeon
Io Cribb
Wwe
Jessop and James A Came Battle in Newcastle
In Newcastle a boxing match between Jessop of Carrington and Morgan James of Block in brought a lively crowd after a changed date. James showed reach and durable defense, while Jessop pressed with a strong left and steady charge. After fourteen fierce rounds, the judges awarded Jessop the victory amid applause for James's determined showing.
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Newcastle
EU J
Carrington
Morgan James
Blockin
Raaults
Bech Lad
James
Chi
Jenang
Jessop
Hon
Afer
Arlock Tiny Furlong
Kutt
Loy
Toy
Donny Maloney
Stellan Vatlogallty
Bill Carey
Thomas
Tibby Watson
Australia
Comlog
Jemsop
Jamia
Jeesop
Jeranp
Joaop
Righe
Jensep
Jensep Meek
Gut Teft
Maid
Tim Wien
Theo
Natuan
James Ala
Jeesep
Pevensh
Locke
Pela
Jeasop
Dames
Jamies
Jessops
Joenes
Jenmip Ch
Jesaop
Wall
Jesop
Dhe
Cary
Jemcap
Tattern
Jemcop
Bob
Jossop
Bla Jett
Jamen
Jeemop
Jame
Codd
Home Again A Roomer’s Mixed Take On America Visit
A worn traveler recalls returning from America with a jesting manager and a weary glance toward the Yankees. The dialogue hints at boxing pride, money chase, and a veteran host’s wary view of foreign foes, with crowded chatter about American life and local expectations.
Amateur boxer Otto recounts tough era in America
Otto speaks of harsh ring battles and danger in the United States. He recalls threats from jealous opponents and daggers among spectators, describes a difficult return to fighting, and notes plans for a comeback with Mick Tiuon while seeking $60 to stage a bout.
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Gutter
Rodiney
Johna
Matebea
Johne
Jehoe
Jébom
Lasin
America
Eran
Fey Lear
Jolena
Siaieham
Wil
Oso
Auntrake
Thor
Choing
Mick Tiuon
Otto
North Settles Turner In Poor Boxing Display
The planned bout between Alec North of Mellewroe and George Turner failed to excite, with both Aboriginals delivering clumsy, laughable performances. North won after three uneventful rounds as referee Tim Nelan stopped the fight. The crowd booed and Turner showed little effort, while other Turner relatives accompanied Lee and trainer Hoowy Blurgeeo in Sydney.
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Alec North
Mellewroe
Geeorge Turner
Bob
Bob Turner
Robert
Becter
Turner
Tim Nelan
North
Melbourne
George
Aghier
Gamencen
Meade Sock P
Abe Willa
Regan
Tod Turner
Sydney Tad
Vwiowwria
Tom Sayers and the Middleweight Rise in 19th Century boxing
The piece recounts Tom Sayers defeating Jock Grant and earning fame as a middleweight. It contrasts his career with Nat Langham's hold on the title, noting Langham's dominance and Sayers' ascent after the bout at Long Towoh. The story highlights key locales, figures, and the era's boxing culture.
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Londay
Fin
Tom Sayers
Jock Grant
Camden Town
St. Mariie's Lane
Ben Callas
Bayers
Tom
Hut
Lefecerer Square
Thia
I*uguueile Tenevelent Association
Graal
Ey Galde
Dy Lee
Jack
Hal
Sudras
Figtes
Clemisgham
Uarreen
Manchester
Ben Cadet
Long Tiewoh
Mateur
Rau
Tom Savers
Harely
Marni
Clever
Adentife Bower
Marty
Cme
Nat
Cambridge
Ham Inn
Maolalen
Melbourne Boxing Draw As Murray-Doherty Go The Distance
A lively Melbourne report covers the Murray Doherty bout drawn after eight rounds with refereeing disputes and controversial moments. Patched notes describe Billy Williams as referee, tough rounds, and a late draw decision amid crowd cheers. Starlight meets Sturgean next, while Sturdy Doherty challenges Joe Dea in an upcoming match.
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Prom
Meloovene
Moadar
Dido Murray
Lipherty
Mam
Fred Jamsos
Fl Edwanis
Collingwotél
Martana Gi
Ken Sluright
Miche Walub
Jada Atte
Eure
Clerrington
Murray
Doherty
Billy Williams
Thiberty
Bit Maberiy
Bresuer
Potriak
Lim Jett
Eherry
Sally
Ble Geck
Boorkleg
Cau
Ible
Tats
Aturgeon
Mitchell
Tom Millibell
Snowy Sturgean
Vin
Sturgean
Fitsroy Athletic
Net Doherty
Ome
Joe ‘Dea
Tom Sayers vs Langlan Middleweight Title Bid in 19th Century Bout
The piece details Tom Sayers planning to fight Nat Langlan for the Middleweight championship, with Alec Keene and backers pushing for the bout. Training under John Welsh, weight management, medical checks, and betting odds feature among the preparations at the Three Tun and surrounding London boxing circles.
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Hla
Weleltn
Traugh
Tom Bayers
Nat Lansham
Alec Keene
Bata Aler Kerne
Bill Tiare
Tom Sayer
Robert Peel
Hla Brocher William
Dovere
Tord Gogley
Ruminorig
Mr. Wittratam
Lhe
Britivers Fodetioaot
Wlorhelses
Edward Kent
Oueeler Wigeina
Aloe Keene
Tom Angers
Macy
Tom
Dan Cyl
Kom Grant
Jock Masters
Alec Herne
Young Govine
Mat Langhan
Keene
Tom Sayers
Langlan
de Bette
Cambridge Mes
BAYER
Nat
Odda
Looghem
Jommy Welsh
Molao
Tom Eayere
Aloo Keroe
London
Langham Dominates Fight As Nat Fades In Ring
In a detailed match report from a boxing event Langham controlled the early rounds, sustaining steady offense while Tom Oliver struggled, with Langham’s superior technique and audience admiration noted. The piece details blows to the eye, mouth, and guard exchanges, and hints at a continuation chapter.
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Cambridge
Eby
Mildenhall
Lakenhaen
Enatpary
Tom Oliver
Eweila” Pala
AL Tod Alwan
Ald Bagera
Aloe Leone
Nat Lahghom
Les
Orabie
Binett
Tom
Sali
Annabel
Langham
Goiley
Gayera
Janeham
Ower
Bayers
Agali
Sayers
Nat
Aavers
Hammer
Agus
Johnny Giteon
Bayern
Newcastle Notes on a Rowdy Prize Boxing Card
A noisy Newcastle gathering featured a four round boxing sprint with multiple contenders including Mirard Wie Loo doner and Anderson. Tibby Watson won handily, while Dole Father and Nolan were linked to potential future bouts. Local fighters like Cassy of Sydney and Alexhard were discussed for matchups as promoters eye interest and gate receipts.
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Tom Ball
Adhiede Chabal
Crete
Bette
Austin
Jocal Man
Hock Bearby
Carrington
Cock Lad
Jimi
Upton
K. Morgan
Alex
Girard
Maddy King
Ross
Warry Ford
Dole
Cassy
Bydney
Lier
Slatic
Kayahan
Kenny Moleney
Palmera Aydney
Peesene
Bia Clase
Eldeor
Jean
Teicher
Cockne Tweedle
Tite
Landener
McCarthy
Tos
Amy Lise
Biarriet
Billy McGoll
Tom Whelan Receives Offer From Government
A telegraph operator named Tom Whelan, formerly with Baal Sydney Nautilus and Oller clubs, has reportedly received a tempting government offer. The note suggests his move to Burraga could aid local swimming efforts and immigration protection debates, as covered by Sunday Times.
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Tom Whelan
Baal
Sydney
Nautilus
Oller Clube
Burraga
Queensland
Hrigbane
Bar
Tom
Alles
Peat Ieeus
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Kid" Parker
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Albury Clifford
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Home Again
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Liaie
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Antie
Abe
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Annie
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