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Sydney Referee

Location

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Date

Nov 21, 1917

Page

16

Boxing Booth in Fleaded Town Highlights Local Shows

In Murwillumbah a boxing show brings Tommy Ryan Tom O Malley and a young fighter named Ne Vee Flynn to the ring. The report notes crowd fits and a dramatic alligator incident during sideshow acts. Red Watson comments on Flynn and the crowd roars as promoters plan future appearances in Australia.

Nell Boater Murchlinenbach Iosif Hock Prynn Tommy Ryan Tom O'Malley Eod the Little Brave Black Wlynn Murwillumben Australia Tammy Ryai Oool Ysleane G'Malley Rane Lawmoore Indy 1 Brim Tur Journal Tom ‘Ryan Therm Jack Musee Ryan Lirmore Murcilimbal Tam Red Watson John Hapa Willy Swartall John Ape Cam Tleeedon Teleennoux Redation Hed Watson Banwy Flynn Broth Comibim

To-night at the Stadium Publicity and Show at Balurvar arena

A garbled report describes a boxing and variety program at the Stadium featuring Welterweight champion Ray and other fighters. Names such as Jack Mearns, Fatsey, Evan Donaclen, and Humphrieg are listed among bouts and acts. The text references bets, weights, and performances, with scarce readable actions and dates.

Tormeiy Ema Balurvar Teay D'Derinel Arother Lig Les Sydney Jack Mearns Ay Fas Kon Stadion Agi Seri Lon Pien Nuahie Denar Ray Tcuramene Buns Tack Hasiian Fred Ginreon Y W. Lie al Winn Jayne Pywelghe Dun McDonald Aml Fou Bick Keay Jack Ste Vanvam Sob Borwick John’ Kelly Geo Brambthn Len Stawey Will ‘Money Evan Donaclen Inhtwenshis Box Humphrieg Fatsey Boling Nathan

From Bantam to Attorney Will MacNamara’s Return

A long recalled tale recounts Willie McNamara once a Chicago featherweight who rose with Jack Dougherty and others, then left boxing to study law. He reflects on fighters’ nerves and the path to a legal career while noting peers in Chicago and connections to old boxing circles.

Bantam Mearm Amibiews Muisruuken Senier Wallwraukee Yoling Aturney Ehuctus Sumie Tripser Tudee Weddin Taschieley Crewan Hanorame Tundime Lesiterweielt Jack Dougherty Aslan Praba Wille McNamara Willie McNayiard Thas Antiney Willie McNamara Chicako Jack Dougheruy Mavrise Chace Herey Jimmy" Cladiy Care Neu Ain McNamara Keele Chiense Willie Pegry Chena Wille

Monty Murton Headlines Gala Boxing Display at Suva Park

A gala Red Cross event at Alhere Park in Suva featured Monty Murton, the clever Australian middleweight, in an exhibition bout with sparring partner PC McNally. The crowd applauded as Murton dodged, swerved, and dominated the match, with praise for his sharp reflexes and entertaining style.

Western Pacific Herald Bhi Monty Murton Suva Alhere Park Red Cross Monty Murtoo Mchially

Pity Unfortunate Peter Maher of Harton Days

Peter Maher a renowned heavywright from Harton days was taken to Bellevue Hospital after a spell of illness and stomach trouble. Friends deserted him and he is forced to return to his trade to survive as the harsh circumstances of the era prevail.

Peter Maher Bellevue H. Pial Brutus Trs Wes Sturmach Las Ward New York Pulce Gazette Meber Fei Uier Arthur Sullivan Cromey

Jack Munro Cited In Historic Boxing Era Debate

A fragmentary early 20th century item references Jack Munro as a Montana heavyweight figure amid conflicts with champion Jim Jeffries and era shifts in civic life. The piece notes Munro’s enduring recognition and calls attention to his bravery and influence despite inconsistent reporting across Chicago papers.

Jack Munro Jack Mare Oiliey Clarion, Time and War Wandeois Chicago

Langford in Two Battles In Toledo Fight Report

Sam Langford of Boston clashed with Joe Jeanette of Hoboken in a two bout card at Toledo. Langford weighed 198 pounds, Jeanette 196, with crowd reception noted and a later September 20 date mentioned for a separate event.

New Orleatt Selva Clermienl Svenue Kink Brooklyn Navy

Leonard Big Money Getter in New York Boxing Tour

Leonard, boxing champion, announced a high earning tour with an estimated 75,000 dollar income and potential 400,000 dollar haul. He began professional boxing in January and has held the light heavyweight crown since.

Leonard New York Benny Leonard Halien Resi Bak Worldsight Hambrall Wty. 1ix

Goodbye from the Mensagie Camp

A garbled wartime farewell letter from a camp subculture mentions goodbyes and encouragement to push forward. It references a lieutenant, a hoped wake up call, and a farewell from a line of soldiers with varied, unclear personal details and place names.

Costin Mensagie Gorbert Priday Ain Roeding Enle Tauura Norte Mocangle Shirkers Hese W. Noche

Kay v Lloyd Stadium clash stirs boxing heat

A disrupted Kay versus Lloyd boxing rivalry heats up as Wil undercard bouts and potential match offers spark talk of a headliner. The upcoming Saturday at Seallum promises strong crowds and heated exchanges among Kay, Lloyd, Clabby, and Cray with rumours of a decisive rematch and new challengers.

Kay v. Lloyd Fred Kay Wee Mdalhmuene Albert Sean Seallum Ald Delwern Lloyd Anil Lloyd An Polnth Ats Grimivarte Buik Snike Grorge Cray Gogh Albert Bob Wiliams

Boxing and Wrestling Show at The Stadium

A Brisbane Saturday night program featured a three round boxing exhibition by the Lamont brothers and a 10 round main event between Albert Locke and Eadie Clifford. Referee Joe Wallin and promoter Jack Walla Ware oversaw decisions, with two instructional wrestling bouts also on the bill.

Fett Vated Excellens Allsound Rami Wa Birinhanie MT Wan & Wise Brathers Lamont Nugget Winters Lionel Nba Billy Roachon Joe Wallin Billy Shrubb Albert Locke Eadie Clifford Relerse Jack Walla Ware Inferamtin Sally lvdien_prege Lam Capes Toy Beni Manepary Feck Bre Meg Orth Vstdll I Yoo Renin

Benny Palmer Defeats Thompson In Melbourne Welter Clash

The Victorian Welter bout at Melbourne Stadium featured Benny Palmer facing Barney Thompson. Palmer pressed early but Thompson steadily outboxed and outlasted him, ultimately winning as Palmer faded after a spirited exchange. The match drew notable reaction and sparked plans for future ring appearances.

Reany Putney Australas Arles Epardes Faimer Howards Mccoy Stone Prenchman Quendriu Brisbane Benny Melbourne Sion Thomason Thommaon Thompson Palmer Mexicen

Billy McCarthy Supremely Happy Visit After Injury

Billy McCarthy, long sidelined by a serious eye injury, reports steady recovery and improving vision after a difficult period. He expresses hopeful optimism about regained sight and a return to normal life, recalling the challenging days and the progress made as he moves forward.

Billy McCarthy Billy Sears Wil Nike Wil Alway

Brisbane boxing and vaudeville crowd review

Boxing and vaudeville at Brisbane Stadium drew a small crowd with Thea Green and Theo Green's acts amid discussions of local hopefuls. Harry Green impressed, Volaire seeks a comeback, and old-timer Jerry Jerome figures in stories as veterans and future match plans surface alongside notes on imports and local talent.

Eugene Voisie Harry Green Nsw Sydney Theo Green Harry Hind Foreman Volaire Tomttion Tinh Standart George Dean Way George Kavanagh Nellie Bean Brisbane Fia Thea Green Rene Davenor Teddy Green Ned Beth Jade Thea George Grattar Jerry Jerome Home Department Teason St Barambay Blaueney Ara Rees Lee Green Harry Cam Kan Eileen Bib Munro Joe Walia Hector Gothen Gelioanes Patna Australan Feil Rhampions Frank Thorn

Boxing notes from Lismore by J Webb

J Webb writes from Lismore on boxing’s week, praising Snowy Aker and listing fighters such as Tommy Ryan, Sandy McVea, Tom O Malley, and others. He notes boxing’s wartime role, crowd reaction, and hopes Mr. Baker will inform the public how fighters have contributed at the front.

Lismore J. Webb Sexard Snowyaker Tommy Ryan Sandy McVea Tom O'Malley Cachett Baker Flynn Andy McVee Imaeil

Where is George Taylor

A Melbourne correspondent reports on the whereabouts of boxer George Taylor the featherweight once touted for Sydney. The letter hints at shifts in training and possible moves after hospital stays and a return to boxing with ship fireman duty, leaving readers unsure of his exact location.

Dim Millerick Milrick Broken Hill Toon Sutton Cautlereagheurest Sydney Tay George Taylor Melbourne Wien Ana Wireman Hospital Abin Brie de Samme Shipas

Wealth of Mike Gibbons in Harlem Ball Scene

Report describes Mike Gibbons returning to his New York home and the Harlem stage. Details mention his wealth, a boxing bout at the Palashin arena, and rumored large sums tied to local social life. The piece notes community attention and questions surrounding his finances.

Wike Cabbone York Bhrimvan Aenwin Harlem Mike Gibsons Ustegin Gibbowm Aed Mike Antestayyn

Home town friends and dreams of a new life

The text notes Gibbons, a violin player named Darity Weil, and two youngsters with a wife, as he pursues music and dancing. He aims to quit wrongdoing after saving 150,000 doifers, and declares strong ambition to become a hero.

Gibbons Bebbie Darity Weil Diemise Mike

Fragmented rural notice echoes in a chaotic travelogue

A dense, garbled text fragment weaves names like Grahon, Grafton, Clarence, Lynch, Sumter, and Mansiid into a hazy scene. It references travel, medical officers, military authority, and protestations of conviction, with scattered mentions of boxing and stadium events amid unclear dates and actions.

Martin Dobrilla Canina Marnin Dobrills Plessane Grahon Grafton Jacops Clarence Pally Lynch Bill Sumter Kelly Mansiid Henry Cap Amg Lundy Sn Nur Varibus Ate Thongle Martus F.C Crus

Boxing Lesson at Tommy Hanley's Private Club

Knowledge is power as boxing instruction begins at Tommy Hanley's private club on Achirtion Street in Newtown. The session targets beginners interested in learning fundamentals and technique.

Tommy Hanley Achirtion Street Newtown

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