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Sydney Referee

Location

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Date

May 17, 1916

Page

15

Solar Plexus on the Boxers of the World

Melbourne boxing notes preview a stacked lineup for a Saturday Stadium show featuring Les Darcy and a slate of welter and featherweight bouts. The column touts Billy Long, Jim Hill, Colin Bell, and L Lew Edwards among others, with mentions of Darcy’s 3 round spar and looming matchups against Holmes, Long, and Tracey as fans anticipate a lively afternoon of Australian boxing action.

Boy Darcy Jim Hill Llew Edwards A Mgoorty Colin Bell Les Darcy Les Holmes Billy Long Jimmy Crabby Turday Ike

Boxing results from Sydney and Melbourne shows

Boxing results feature Sydney bout with Jen Darcy and Joos A Cosine, a 1401 weight class, and Melbourne match where Liew Edwards defeats Heri Spargo by KO. Notes include scattered names from Australia and France with unclear figures and weights.

Sydney Jen Darcy Joos A. Cosine Ruemani Sand Melbourne Liew Edwards Eng Heri Spargo Victoriay Courds

Boxing notes on McGeorty and Lew Smith matchups at Stadium

The article discusses Eddie McGeorty's condition and his prospects against top lightweight contenders, noting Colin elt iy and other fighters as rivals. It recounts a Saturday night program at the Stadium with bouts involving Taylor, Curran, and Wells, describing crowd reaction and perceived skill, with references to injuries and the varying fitness of the boxers.

Colin Elt Iy Eddie McGeorty Billy Wells Bigenouth Cutran Westere Tomain Curran Nim Gm Mae Durancl Bet Ander de Abe Twa Puchi Ruosiko Bosing Foley

Darcy the Real Spirit of Great Fighter in Australia

The piece argues Darcy is the world middleweight champion in the eyes of readers, noting his clean sweep of Americans seeking fame and dollars. It cites letters from Frank Slavin and mentions reactions in London papers, with praise for Darcy as a formidable figure within the boxing world.

America R le Baker Les Darcy Stadiums Ltd New York Frank Siuvin London Matey Jal “Casas Lojlowe Slavin Fg Canabane

Australian boxer in land of the pharaohs clash with Darcy

The article reviews a boxing match where Darcy defeats George Brown across twenty rounds, with praise for Darcy’s superior defense and punch power. It mentions Mike Gibbons and potential future bouts including a clash with an American middleweight group as boxers plan future challenges in Europe and the United States.

Darcy and Willard Clash Echoes in Boxing Scroll

The World debates the chances of Darcy facing Willard with boxing experts split. Dyer and others weigh in on skill, strength, and the likelihood of an inevitable showdown as fans anticipate a future bout that could shake the sport.

Lan Dyrey Tere Willards Les Weil Beale Bial Mostever Visre Cme Ameties Soho Fxs Ene Daei Laxton New York Willaed Olver Ron Willard Jack John Fon Darcy Lev Rover Gisbons Les Fred Dyer Ser Darcy Howe Ever Dyer Waal Geare Carpentier Vince Tate Auruslian

The Billy McCarthy Fund Appeal and Ballymore Support

A fragmented appeal discusses Billy McCarthy and requests funds and support from readers. It envisions using the money to aid McCarthy during hard days, praising his honesty and loyalty while lamenting his decline and seeking broad backing from younger readers and boxing communities.

Monday Night Encounters at the Sydney Stadium

Boxing and sports report from Sydney Stadium detailing performances by Mick Sura, George Newbury, Barry Wheeler, Jack Cole, and Bill Nixon among others. Notable fights include Cole vs Brett, Wheeler’s standout rounds, and references to weight classes and judges.

Sydney Stadium Avaney Elie Siavety Mick Sura Olte Bill George Brot W. Hyudisy Ileselaains Msimmons Newbury George Newbury Buisin

Tomorrow's Matinee at Bonine Ville Concert Hall

A fragmented program advertisement lists dancers and singers including Dave Smith Jit Cia and Ste Testary Bic. It mentions special routines by Holmen Billy Long and others, with several unnamed acts and a crowd atmosphere noted as lively and gritty.

Bonine Ville Armerrose Altsingen Tranx Dave Smith Holmen Byle Aldo Sol Fey Mr Kay Bou Winshale Brown Gina Joe Renny Lee Wetton Wontody Ail Myers Charley Caneyana Baring Atein Fh Memon Yuna Or Joon Ren Bill Grruch Jim Josephs Ulew

Spargo Edges Edwards In Narrow Boxing Verdict

Spargo outlasted Edwards in eight rounds at Melbourne Stadium with sharp work and constant pressure. Edwards battled to the end but Spargo’s bursts and stamina carried the decision in a tense, crowd-pleasing bout.

One of the hardest battles seen in Brisbane rink

Vernon Quendreux and Roughhouse Burne staged a brutal boxing contest at Brisbane Stadium on Saturday night. Burne entered in prime condition, delivering relentless attacks while Quendreux absorbed punishment and mounted counter moves. Referee’s verdict favored Burne, with both fighters praised for endurance and technique amid a wild, crowd-pleasing affair.

Vernand Quendreux Burne Brisbane Stadium Dhe Pin Wry Quendreux Ant Aeldam Burns

Baker's Stadium Event Postponed to Monday Night

A readable fragment notes a scheduled event at Baker's Stadium with a time listed as 3 p.m. and references to next Monday night. The text is garbled but hints at a local sports or gathering with uncertainties about exact teams or participants. Further details are unreadable in the OCR snippet.

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Great Boxing Program MW ROUNDS and Results

The report outlines boxing rounds and brief notes on match progress with mentions of fighters, venues, and outcomes. It lists round by round action and identifies participating boxers, referees, and time marks across bouts.

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