Death of Les Darcy fuels editor letters from Australia
Letters to The Referee reflect national grief over the Australian boxer Les Darcy who died in America. Contributors in Launceston and Adelaide praise his career, lament his untimely end, and urge editor Corbett to publish a tribute. They discuss conscription era tensions and moral questions raised by Darcy’s death and actions.
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Seachoa
Launvesian
James Wilvung
Leon Blavey
Tate
Seth
Ibern
Mares Stiae
Cuthay
Pewsey
Yourvell
Abie
N. Thomas Adelaide
Corbett
Yeni
Darcy
Hile
Shere
Oomote
Aritsi
Ays
Earl
Darey
Ida
Ssraneyertey
Yragg
Welah
Allewes
England
Ming
Theresa Difercies
Jnr
Derry
Etsy
Rf Tharat
Fangland
Ene
Dolan Australia
Davey
Davcy
Aremi
Faber Winglinhman
Charity Sermon Notes From Early Church Service
A fragmentary account discusses a sermon on charity led by Reverend A. McVitie at Went Ywallocis. It covers Christian duty, generosity, and moral guidance, urging believers to show mercy and emulate Christ’s example. The piece emphasizes faith, endurance, and the importance of charity within the Corinthian church context.
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A. R McVinie
Tlkehel Wes
Pan
Corinth
Gaetan
Mralgg
Ieee
Lempeet
Poe Rineo
Ulin
Vlanious
Lye Ua
Anu Waesh
Airaogly
Ulan
Amerier 3S
Trent
Aviv
Iusiere
Wien
Tose
Nik
Cee
Parson Saeanaemi
Rami
Christ
Boxing event prospects and names in chaotic report
A fragmented note outlines a boxing event next Saturday with references to Kay Uren, Tommy Oyen, Ved fare, and opponents including Rod Turner facing Vie Wilson and Tom Theweas as contenders. It mentions crowds, safety, preliminaries, and a call to publish referee remarks though many phrases are garbled.
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Tommy Oyen
Ved
Aichi
Pest
Confciente
Preliquinaries
Rod Turner
Vie Wilson
Tom Theweas
Sympathy Prom Victoria News Hails Bereaved Family
An Australian vaudeville note from Melbourne expresses profound sympathy and condolence to the bereaved Darcy family. The message honors Mr. Will Whitburn and relatives, pledging support amid sorrow and loss.
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Me. Davis
Colinsteee
Melbourne
Darcy
Vauderiile
Will Whitburn
Aiyeelf
Lee Darcy
Recruiting and sport recruiting at a Melbourne gathering
A Sydney report details a Saturday conference on recruiting for government conscription and related public measures. The piece notes debates over eligibility, badges, and the legal steps for enforcing service, with ceremonial mentions and remarks from local officials.
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Sydney
Melbourne
Tvorhn
Parventes
Canbesty
Sharif
Dave Smith Retires Again After Boxing Controversy
The article discusses Dave Smith's decision to retire from boxing amid details of a weight limit dispute, a pivotal elimination bout, and reactions from the boxing community. It notes Smith's intent to step down as the leading Australian champion and references contenders like Jimmy Clabby and Tom Trem. It mentions public reaction and broader wartime recruitment context shaping the sport.
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Dave Em
Inyuveceighe Omiminion
Aibttalin
Tome
Iwosk
Jimmy Cudlpytannis
Syotth
Ann Welt
Ftush
Megrtont
Ehammlon
Crisingi
Stueling
Hawkesbury College
Thurestay Muh
Wyse
Amd
Les Darius
Smith
Dave
Dfrey
Sienny Clabby
Jimmy
Paar Ler Dany
Acton Taat
Cotta
Oman
Sribun
Almert
Madame Adklins Pall
South Sydney Hospital Benefit Show at Studio
A benefit night to aid the South Sydney Hospital is announced for Friday at the Studio. Performers include Deverie and a lineup of acts such as boxing, dances, bands, and special guests aiming to raise funds for hospital needs.
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Ster Deverie
Herum
South
Everine
Louie Plepant
Nove Phariabis
Eaem Mart
Dave Slathy
Wetmante
Stewart
Sir Seale Cader
Janiwartel Widkway
Firehive Ings
Min
Wink Trebal
Bele Folland
Shima
Meare
Kjelhre
Pevertens Maine
Ray Kearney
Hp ‘Bove
Wally
May
Roslin
Vouddville Weis
Stadium Tonight in Australia boxing card faces delays
Readable fragments describe a boxing event featuring George Mendive and Jack Gyn among others, with several postponements blamed on McGoacey and others. The piece names Melbourne and Sydney connections with dates around late June, mentions fighters, venues, and a likely weigh event while noting cancellations and scheduling changes.
McCoy’s 100th Battle Ends in Formal Rematch Result
A lengthy report covers H McCoy’s 100th bout at Beishone Stadium. Jimmy Mull and Hera McGoy engage in a hard fought contest, with large crowds noting the bout as a career landmark. The article describes rounds, weight, judges, and future matchups including plans for rematches and upcoming shows in Brisbane and Melbourne.
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Beishone
Hera McGoy
Jimmy Mull
Cosi Np
Jimmy
Hunsbace
New Coy
Sean Kenia
Kqngin Ia
Lee Darcy’s Remains Reported by Syndicate
A fragmented London Vancouver item notes the death of Lee Darcy, an Australian champion miler. The notice references a syndicate publication on Monday and mentions the body being in the tail of a biographical piece.
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Macanwille
Guyana
Las Davey
Au Salta Yoree Graat
Harry Searle
Bar Ay Kieren
Lee Darcy
Sydnee Boa Bn
Ehtemnorm
Vancouver
Sund
Franciero Menuage
Lee’ Darcy
Meilist Ie Vilihein
Fragmentary OCR News Snippet on Names and Phrases
The readable text contains scattered names and phrases including New Zealand , Tony Rowe Yen , Koany and Larry with unclear context. The fragmentary nature suggests a damaged article excerpt lacking cohesive events or claims.
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Cam
New Zealand
Vel Ion
Tony Rowe
Larry
World’s Feather and Lightweights On Monday
A fragmented report notes a Monday event involving feather and lightweight competitors. It mentions Sydney and New York locations and references a tally or tally-like score, but details are unclear due to damaged text.
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Sydney
Taylor and Spongo Fight Leaves Stadium in Shattered Pace
A late round war between Taylor and Spargo dominated the stadium card with fierce exchanges and near fatigue. Both veterans traded power shots through 14 rounds in a brutal contest, Taylor narrowly prevailing as Spargo rallied late but fell short in a grueling decision.
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Poe
Mba
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Ems
Euly
Pritian
Tagler
Soiree
Szarge
Ana Este
Wwe
Raul Ey
Ifill
Walter Vunt
Taylor
Condron
Rhea
Toston
Bnidhe
Gyen Finnigan
Rownds Wille
Barber
Erery
Percy Feacers
Goelang
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