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Newspaper
Sydney Referee
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Oct 04, 1916
Page
16
An enormous crowd watched Langford clash with Lang amid a disputed verdict after a foul blow. The London Times noted the exhibition as a major boxing event with high society attendance including Lords Torrington and Grosvenor.
The report centers on Eugene Vole and Jack Humphries in a boxing card with Quendreux. Valatie faced Mart Murphy with Austin Ute praised for technique. The writeup notes Volaire’s bold effort and Bamphries’s defeat while critiquing opponents who seize chances.
In a tense clash Quendreus outfought and outmanned Cairns, trading heavy blows as the two threw themselves at each other. The Queenslander endured a punishing sequence, but Quendreus maintained the edge with relentless aggression and connected combinations through the later rounds.
Godfrey stops George Taylor at the Bene Stadium as referee calls a halt with Taylor exhausted. Godfrey’s timely punches and pressure outweighed the younger fighter who showed heart but could not land decisive blows. Taylor’s earlier form faded under Godfrey’s power and technique.
The report details a Queensland Amateur Boxing Association tourney with notable attendance at a social venue. Key figures include a young entrant named Huilar from a distant town, and a heavyweights division contender Pepper. Spectators and officials from Brisbanes society observed fights, with some bouts ending decisively while others showcased rising talent at Baker’s Stadium.
An unreadable OCR fragment mentions names such as Taylor Genewe and Kenler Crinps with scattered words like champion and Australian. Vague references to a corner, private, and Wed appear, but no coherent event, team, or outcome is discernible.
In a filled Melbourne Stadium ring on Saturday, Fanning and Edwards staged a brutal four round display. Edwards pressed the tempo, driving hard with swift punches while Fanning absorbed punishment and replied with sharp counter blows. The contest showcased both men’s grit and power as fans debated who looked superior.
A dense field report covers a boxing match where Godfrey defeats Taylor with a back and forth exchange. The piece details rounds, knockdowns, rallies, and crowd reaction, noting Godfrey’s defense and Taylor’s bold attempts, plus references to other boxing results and upcoming events.
A veteran death notice honors Lieut Joba Monozhan who was killed in action on April 15 while serving with a desert expedition against Turkish forces. The piece praises his bravery, recounts his upbringing in Derby and Melbourne, and notes his leadership and comradeship within his squadron.
The 36th NSW Bowls Association meeting at Builders' Kvchanne Castlereagh Street saw strong attendance and debate on governance. Members emphasized broader participation, with calls for every county player to have a voice in conduct and club elections, while noting historical credit and leadership changes amid ongoing developments.
Bill Lang recalls memories of an era and speaks on a Melbourne show. Mentions names like Uren, Herb McCoy, Joe Chi, Dave Smith, Eugene Velie and Rourdhouse Burne. Notes a show at his venue and plans to return home Friday.
Reported in a Sydney meeting the discussion focused on the formation of a Registered Club Association and related governance issues. Key figures A Cooke and C Charlton faced questions over roles, rules, and potential interference while concerns about public access, drinking controls, and club prestige were raised amid festering tensions.
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