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Newspaper
Sydney Referee
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Oct 15, 1919
Page
3
A fragmented Manila to Sydney boxing recounts Dencio Bes to face Gouley with altered tactics and rising illness. The piece details travel, training, near debacles, and debated results as promoters push for a decisive bout amid dysentery and fatigue.
Joe Wellings victory over Dundee in a widely attended boxing match drew 20 000 spectators at the Phillies Sail Park. The Chicago bout featured back and forth exchanges with Wellings landing cleanly in rounds two and three and earning a verdict amid crowded stands and police presence protecting entrances.
The article notes promoter involvement in the Byprey scene and Jerry Eskinur taking a hurried trip to Sydney for private business. It mentions upcoming boxing events including a stadium venture and a suggested bout between Quendreux and Tommy Ucin, with attention to the boxing scene and key figures like Jerry Sullivan and Sandy McVea. Announced Angligh boxers are engaged as Jack Munro repairs a ship following cable work from George Malle Hew.
A sprawling reminiscence recounts John L. Sullivan a long time past champion. It notes his era rivalries with Corbett Jackson and Jeffries, the decline of his title and public sentiment. The piece references key names and events shaping the heavyweight scene in late 19th century America.
The article discusses Welsh rugby and football figures, Olympic chatter, and the push to introduce professional players. It notes debates on amateur status, national union attitudes, and upcoming matches and seasons across Australia, France, and Wales with references to key figures and events shaping the sport's future.
Professional players discuss the future of Welsh rugby amid questions of reform and the viability of clubs. Debate covers practice halls, stadium upgrades, traveling costs, and financial strain on clubs while seeking stability for Welsh rugby’s forthcoming era.
The Witte Reyeid Burnett team from Wide Bay Burnet traveled to Newcastle for a civic reception and games against local clubs. Matches included a 40 to 35 win by the Wide Bay side, with social events in Newcastle and at Lowlands, plus plans for a NSW Auckland style series and NZ touring proposals.
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