Boxing nostalgia and insights from a famed fighter
Edited by W IE Corbett reflects on era differences in boxing training and technique. It covers comparisons between past champions like Gibbons and contemporaries, the mental and physical demands of ten round bouts, the harsher training regimens, and the stark contrast to modern lightweights.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Les Darcy le
America
Mikeibebone
Atomicens
Australes
Prarmst
Mate
St. Paul
Gibbons
Frank Eric
Mike Cibons
Gibbony
Jon
Ted
Tonger
Snel
Parkwy McParland
Fighting Harp
Jack Kearne
Snd
Las Tureyehare
Vardbne
Sally
Ami
Roy Moors
Moore
Gublle
Ile Mary
Finure
California
Australi
Pia
Rome
Lacan Maphoend
Aelfalatenis
Rv Saare
Boxing Contests Fixed Claims Stirring Debate
A fragment recounts allegations that boxing contests are fixed, citing historic figures like Heenan and Fagin era bouts. It mentions the public’s obsession with big money, trust company figures, and a Nevada reminiscence about a famous Gans vs Nelson fight, with crowd reactions and disputed fouls.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moury
Heenan
Cngery
Bistory
London
Goldfields
Nevada
Zeddy
Gans
George Biler
Gane
Galle
Neleon
Gage
Ueda
Nolin
Nelson
New York
United States
Jack London
Quendreux Triumph in Heated Fight Remembered
In a crowded bout, Quendreux dominates early, fades late as opponents fatigue and a tense audience watches. Referee Baker intervenes to calm the crowd while spectators recall the decisive moments and the winner’s resilience amid mounting pressure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pred
Fred Kays KO Victory in Melbourne Fight
The report centers on Fred Kay delivering decisive blows to Magri in Melbourne. Kay dominates early rounds, lands heavy punches, and outlasts Magri to win by knockout, with spectators noting Kays superior power and timing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kay
Statium
Felsa
Inshae Arena
Dave Ernisey Mane
Melbourne
Tale Toons
Balley
Fred Say
Ray
Monty Murton's Amateur Boxing Career During War Service
Monty Murton, a lightweight from Melbourne, recounts his early amateur title runs and postwar bouts. He describes naval service in German East Africa, boxing matches against Roy Ralph and other opponents, and a planned, then canceled contest with Jack Lalor. The tale blends sport with wartime duties, surfacing Murton's skill and perseverance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Monty Muro
Jara i Telitre
Mary Olier
Murton
West Anatralia
Jack Grahanyon
Yate Inne
Owen Snoig
Melbourne
Navy Chambionebio P
Smateu
Tines Armateur
Roy Ralph
Joe Jomden
Jiminy
Jim Chapman
Mondee
Younde
Ceylon
Lalor
Capetown
Jack Lalor
Caperown
Wenly
Darcy Darings Under Trial See Central Witnesses
A distorted report cites a hearing under the Crimes Act involving W Lawless and Les Darcy. The courtroom dialogue references remarks by a journalist and a local telegram about Darcy’s fate, with officers and officials preparing to testify.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. Lawless
Les Darcy
Indica
M & Darcy Connecion
Boxers in Egypt Mentioned in Turbulent Dispatch
The article reflects on Australian boxers in Egypt, detailing bouts, training, and travel. It recalls Sproule and Regia’s match outcomes, Vance and Snowy Vanes anecdotes, and the endurance of fighters amid wartime travel. It notes Italian and Egyptian encounters, with prisoners of war and military context shaping their experiences. The narrative weaves in local voices and wartime sentiment from Guild Hall memories.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Egypt
Olivier
Tommien
Tom Burrow
Snowy
Fey
Canadian Mounted Rifles
Vancouver
Calne
Vance
Ant Isla
Henry
He Winck
The
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Boxing notes on Saylor, O'Brien, and title hopes
The piece surveys boxing figures like Saylor, O'Brien, and Bronson tied to Beethor-1 and welterweight scenes. It mentions upcoming bouts around late June, weight class chatter, and hints at matchups with Baylor Bax and other contenders. The tone mirrors a late 19th century boxing column with colorful, names-heavy detail.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sean
Aref
Haus
Barlon
Labicheni
Broveen
Sayin
Albert Lloyd in the West Snowy Hiya wire motron
Fragmentary OCR text mentions Albert Lloyd and a Geores mish onal Lloyd, with unclear references to better than fever and forcepetoy burbees. The passage is garbled, offering no clear event, date, or outcome to summarize into a coherent news item.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albert Lloyd
Sme Nase
Buainaak
Albert Lior Botee
Onal Lloyd
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Frank Erne
Ff Corbett
Hu Leviene
Dal Hawkins
Joe Cans
Wilmington Jackely
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Jill Handler
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Jack Rer
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Griffo
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Lawlenc
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Griffe
McGover
Evra
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Odo
Rota
Quendreux
Owen Cairns
Fred Kay
Magirl
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Seth
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Meyer
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Itv Morton
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L. Csnowr) Baker
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Garratts Hotel
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Rai Eee
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Jacky
Sproule
Liye
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Regia
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Baker's
Akin
Sibilian
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ATA
Pectiaam
Patsy Brannigan
Sid Godfrey Rim
Elmer
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Tiel
Meiter moMbay
Tomy Ryan
Imam
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