Grime And Godfrey In a Great Contest Draw
In Melbourne a heavyweight bout between Grime and Godfrey ended in a draw after a hard fought twelve rounds. Referee Joe Wallis ruled the match even as both gave and absorbed power punches with Grime showing resilience and Godfrey steady pressure throughout. Crowds acclaimed the exchanges with both fighters leaving the ring ready for future challenges.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grime
Godfrey
Goutiey Natewd
Tle Polis
Orlin
USA
Fragmentary letter from Em Sheppewr in unknown locale
A damaged OCR fragment shows Em Sheppewr, described as a former heavyweight champion, writing from an unclear location and discussing health or personal matters. Names and places are garbled, leaving the key details unresolved.
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Engmoter
Aisfor Witeon
Imaghied
Jack Bagmac
Gt Wanbiey
Steen
Comteke
Mar
Walty Arnesbery Langeniell
Wis Gibbons
Bigemfeld
Werbtey
Crimmmer
Benny Leonard Weighs Lightweight World Title Move
New York March 27. Reports say Benny Leonard weight discussions center on challenging for the welterweight crown. Leonard favors fighting in New York where rules differ, while some backers push for a summer bout in a different city. The chatter notes Leonard’s potential for a lightweight title clash if the right chance arises.
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New York
Er Rickard
Navy
Renney Leonard
Lew Yendler
Leonard Court
Bien Ly Sea
Berten
Leonard
Amlvany
Hinell
Ickard
Aneliog
Mituerny Tettovey
Walley Ard
Thig Ummer
Hin Eyer
Ike
New Yale
Henny
Sid Godfrey Retires From Boxing After Long Career
Sid Godfrey the Australian lightweight champion has announced retirement from boxing, citing no financial need to continue and a desire to focus on business. The decision caps a storied career marked by top form, lasting rivalries, and memorable crowds at venues like Leichhardt and the famous stadiums, with a May 22 benefit for a widow drawing notable attention.
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Helly Nettle
Timugh Bie
Aayker Pearson
Prewe
Melbourne
Down South
Sid Godfrey
Celmne
Godfrey
Olar
Sydney
Aikhelio
Gailfrey
Alhuag
Sime
Gee
Dean
Cam
Dave
France
Mtn
Ami
Tor Nisay
Gunr
Sipa
Sihedon
Faragain
Si Godfrey
Australia
Ueving
Arthur Henneting
Godfrey Bauh
Daya
Les Glarcy
Scadiume, Ltd
Jones
George Mendies
Berbags Vhay Fula Afal
Badirey Deverminga
Permaston
Gostrey
Tommy Burns Ambition for Alderman Election Record
Fragmented OCR outlines Tommy Burns as a candidate for alderman with mention of prior roles and political ambitions. It references experience and training, with scattered phrases about campaigns, elections, and past events in 1908. Names and places are partially garbled.
Floyd Johnson Wins Chilean Heavyweight Title Fight
Floyd Johnson defeats his challenger in a hard fought bout with a knockout ending. The chaotic scene ringside includes police intervention as the crowd disrupts the match. reports describe a ferocious exchange and Jolted spectators as the referee declares the result.
Wixed Entertainment at Stadium Tonight Showcard
A Victorian era program advertises a mixed entertainment night at Te Stadium featuring vaudeville acts, exhibitions, and a variety of performers. The bustling lineup includes noted names such as Ray Poesy, Dick Cooke, Frank Banellion, and Sid Shannon with promises of comic sketches and athletic display.
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Stadians
Indeston Tharbon
Maal
Pal
Jack Wacron
Haz
Ateides
Almuer
Fide
Sana
Lake Ius
Sean
Sid Shannon
Eboohd
Siti
Dat
Boeing
Frank
Collins and Bradley for welter title at Sydney Stadium
Reports outline Collins and Bradley contesting the welter title at Sydney Stadium this week with other rivals and trainers preparing for the event. The prose notes training camps, lineups, and expectations around the Newcastle and England connections and the lead up to the bout.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Collins
Bradley
Sydney Stadium
Mendies Boxing Benefit for Widow Cate George Mendies WG
A boxing and vaudeville benefit for widow Cate George Mendies WG is planned at a stadium event on Thursday May 29. Funds aim to help Mendies’s widow and three children. tickets range from 1 shilling to 2 shillings with notable crowds expected and donations already received.
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Cate George Mendies
Dauehnee
George “Mendies
Aurtrajla
Diea Ruil
Harry Ganon
Seadlow
Reydius
Bhadilon
Mendiey
Bla’ Nish
Chase Ee
Teradt Ig
Tereaze Tas
Dixia
Mevidien
Hells
Esk Nisa
Torulartiy
Georae
Howes
Rent Wood Cemetery
Eablay
Pabple
al Waika
Jamibesn
Melbourne
Adelaide
Brisbane
Newcastle
Lrnchhandt
Rediera
Ballou’ Wause
Wight
Trouacorae
England Wey Plyweight Champion Ely Clarke Triumphs
England's Wey plyweight champion Ely Clarke of Glasgow defeats rival in a contested bout. The match features Clarke displaying superior technique and stamina, with a dramatic finish in the final rounds. Referee decisions and judging tally mark Clarke the standout despite tough opposition, as he secures the title in a fierce showdown.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
Ely Clarke
Boxers Wanted At Rodhampton Carnival Listing
An odd OCR notice seeks boxers for a Rodhampton Queensland carnival event on June 20. It mentions boxing taught by Tommy Bantey and Chris Smith with Aranda and Mewhows listed among participants in a chaotic roster.
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Rodhampton
Queensland
Tommy Bantey
Chris. Smith
Aranda
Carpentier Gibbons Contract Drama Spurs Big Fight Money
The article outlines the volatile setup for Georges Carpentier versus Willie Gibbons, detailing promoters, expected purses around £15,000, and the long dispute over terms. It notes the English promoter Major Lennar and the uncertain future of the bout with delayed decisions and tensions.
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Pranetie
Georges
Carpentier
Stoma
Major
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Sid Godfroy
Benny Leonard
Tex Rickard
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Charlie Taylor
Roland Todd
Olei
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Than Sunn
Rlane
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Teelseeiy
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Okeer
Rash gieaoNe Bo
Tenacy
Ieee
Fema
Descamp
Dicencianan Apos
Bslee
Berenice
Aronine Looting
Futopesa Beaver
Evan
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