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Newspaper
Sydney Referee
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Mar 16, 1939
Page
17
An old commentary surveys Australian athletes who played professionally overseas across cricket, football, jockeying, billiards, and cycling. It notes how success varies by sport, with cricket players securing county and major tours, while others face harsher conditions and differing climates, highlighting figures like Weyland and O’Keeffe as examples.
A sprawling, fragmentary survey traces Australian boxers and footballers who sought careers in England and Europe. It notes names like Frank Slavin and George Johns, praises tours to Canada and the United States, and recalls war-time departures and returns, with mentions of clubs, leagues, and later life outcomes.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions Lindrums in England, travel in 1984, and various disjointed phrases about people, places, and events. The readability is too poor to extract a coherent event, names, dates, or places beyond scattered hints.
John Gore III known as Bongu Coe dominates early boxing circles with famed rivalries. Legend Johnny Gornick and Spark lead a surge as Australasian fighters of the era push into American contests, defeating top names like Jackson Shayla Bilesiusin Britto and George Bannon. The era ends with a famed return to home shores as a bold chapter in boxing history closes.
Australian cyclists win praise in America during a tour marked by strong performances and wide media coverage. Notable riders showcased skill and speed, drawing attention from fans and press alike across major cities.
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