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Newspaper
Sydney Referee
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Nov 28, 1917
Page
16
A long recap details boxing events and figures from a ballpark session. Palmer dominates the showcase with strong showings from Lampey and others amid exhibition bouts at Charing Cross and nearby venues.
Mike O'Dowd scored a quick knockout over Ke. G. Witty Laughlin at The Crestpoint Sporting Club in Brooklyny last night. O'Dowd dominated the second round with hard blows and a decisive finish, as he prepares to depart for military camp duty in Des Moines, Iowa.
The report notes White and Eddy sparring with a focus on endurance and form. It mentions a recent training run at Fenn and a plan to improve, with references to Mauri and Kelton and hopes for another chance in a future bout.
The text describes an engagement here by Mr. from Mims with references to health, photos, and travel plans. It mentions an engagement, a cousin, a trip, and unspecified arrangements. The readable content is fragmentary and lacks clear dates or names.
Fragmented report details Frank Gren a Chicago wrestler taken to St Luke's hospital in serious condition after a night at the German tal. Doctors diagnosed kidney trouble with unclear prognosis. The account includes boxing commentary and mentions Lloyd, Evans, and other fighters in a crowding recap of bouts and potential future matches.
In a late report the death of Billy Day is noted with uncertain details. The text mentions his age around 34 and references to a boxing or athletic figure with ties to a boxing arena and local patrons. The fragmentary report lists associations with Joe Goddard and wartime service, but many items are unclear or garbled.
Fragmentary telegram style note lists names such as Jim Clabby Dave Smith Vite Motlang Pred Dawes Mic King Too Uren Bert Liogd Lowe Nhaitre and others with phrases about boxers and notices including references to Flanagan and Lewin.
Report details a prize fight night with heavy pastime and a second night bout featuring Conners versus Maclaren in middleweight action. Alexander defeated Brege in a main event for a public verdict while other bouts showcased clever footwork, feints, and resilient facing of power punchers on a crowded, select boxing card.
Recollections recall Miller and Melbourne figures from late 19th and early 20th century theatre. Mentions include Clarence, Wall, Walker, Woodhouse, Hickin, and multiple venues such as Graceville and the Soden Theatre. The memoir references performances, incidents, and social circles surrounding Melburnians in a nostalgic frame.
OCR fragment describes boxing tournament prizes and matches alongside naval actions involving frigates. Mentions lightweights, welter division, and prizes for most scientific boxer, with scattered references to a second and third evenings of bouts and general tournament notes.
The article discusses a world wrestling champion Enliats Atlantic facing a draft exemption claim near the National Army draft. It notes Caddock failed to meet political elimination criteria after being counted by the losses in the previous month.
A dense OCR fragment lists a Saturday night stadium public event with performances by vaudeville acts and music, naming performers such as Tony Maou and Fred Pesergon, plus a long side note on a £11,808/7/4 estate bequest and executors Irene Mary Coley and L. Foley. The chaotic text folds in dates, venues, and local notes.
A Melbourne boxing show draws a crowd as Darcy, Lloyd, and Squirer confront local toughs and highlight the sport’s pull. Spectators witness a seaside regatta era heroism, with Albert Lloyd and others shaping a rising local boxing scene and promoter bets on big crowds and financial payoff.
A call to action urges subscribers and readers to send additional money to support the Darcy Memorial fund. The note implies many have forgotten to contribute and stresses the importance of timely donations for the project.
Mais October 18 reports a prominent wrestler named Zbysuko, an Austrian reservist aged 24, rejected for military service after medical evaluation. He is said to have two brothers serving in the Austrian army, and exemption claims were discussed before the Shariniog board. An extensive wrestling campaign is planned for this winter.
A noisy program for tonight at the stadium features a 10 pounds event pitting Murphy against Voornmar after disappointing recent showings. Other bouts include O'Connor in six rounds, plus a long list of featherweights and lightweights with named entrants such as Kennedy, Hawkins, Reeven, Murrey, and Brown. A vaudeville revue and novelty acts accompany the boxing card.
A World of old boxing notes recalls Barney Thompson’s rise and key bouts as Victoria debates local boxing policy. Articles praise Thompson’s rivals Beany Palmer and Sidieyymen, while references to Sullivan and Snowy Baker hint at wider era opposition and athletic culture aboard ship publications.
A Durste letter from Mr George Arnold objects to a paragraph in an 19th century issue about John L. Sullivan. Arnold accuses the piece of misstatements and defends his engraver, claiming the article misrepresentations in the Americas.
An odd, garbled report outlines Hector Melville and Geikie in a discussion about railway athletic matters. Mentions of Melbourne, a heavyweight contest, and various names appear amid unclear dialogue and scattered sports chatter.
In a hard fought Brisbane bout, Harry Green defeated Volare after a long contest. Green dominated early and middle rounds with precise body shots and straight rights while Volare opened with solid counters but faded as the rounds wore on. The verdict went Green’s way as he pressured through the later rounds to claim seven rounds, with Volare swelling eyes and fading stamina.
Fragmentary wartime style note details Merle and Billy McCoy plus Ernie McCoy and Jesching from Richmond area. Mentions a pavilion event, a tourney, and a date reference toward a penalty or prize fund. Unclear names and places survive as reads.
The event featured Peter Rothberg against Kemp in a hard fought middleweight bout at Melbaine Stadium. Rothberg pressed early but Kemp rallied, referee Val Quint intervening after a rough exchange as both fighters traded blows across ten rounds.
A chaotic Melbourne boxing column describes bouts, training camps, and notable fighters. It mentions Jordan Cavonghaus, Barney Champwon, and Sid Branca, alongside injuries, attendances, and recent matchups. The piece blends rumors with event notes, noting management decisions and local boxing lore.
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