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Newspaper
Sydney Referee
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Sep 04, 1901
Page
5
The amateur reports on boxing chatter and upcoming bouts. notes on M'Gowan vs Tweedie heat, Tom Lees revival, Ike Stewart leading, and other Australian and American boxers. Mentions Deb/Fitzkimmann era scenes, possible matches, and local club talk with mixed results and speculation.
A Rockhampton correspondent reports on boxing shows, local fighters and prospects. Notes Currin and Clarke as rising talents, with mentions of Campbell challenging Smith from Mount Morgan and other local boxers in a forthcoming, above-board bout context.
Jerk Slavin and Jack M Auliffe promote a world title bout in Singapore era news. They boast careers and challenge the best from Australia, weighing talk of twenty rounds and a grand exhibition as boxing legends exchange taunts and attest to global stature.
The report covers Fitz as a wrestler after a defeat by Cus at Madtron Square Garden. Remaining notes indicate Lan’s struggle and plans to face strong competitors, with Sharkey considering a bet and a potential rematch in August at Garten, in New York trading channels.
A lively boxing night at Golden Guo Atweve Hall drew a good crowd as The Biowar and Harry Phillipa headlined a twenty round bout. The event previewed Bailey Bell and a strong middleweight clash while Dale Turner v Farrell opened with three rounds.
A chaotic boxing report recounts a wild bout with rapid exchanges, muffed punches, and a blue-coated referee halting action late in the rounds. Mick Dooley and Seeley figure among the talkable names as the crowd reacts to a tense, not fully clean encounter.
Report of the M Gowar Tweedie boxing match held at Kalgoorlie Theatre with Jack M'Gowan of Victoria vs Cooker Tweedie of NSW for 300 pounds. Crowd large, action fast, and M'Gowan favored to win as rounds unfolded with both boxers trading blows and body shots.
Australians are urged to perpetuate the memory of Peter Jackson the greatest fighter the world ever saw through a memorial appeal. The notice calls for contributions and honors the late boxer's legacy as a man and sporting icon.
A long account traces the early life of Heenan from apprentice on an engine at eight to his rise in California and eventual move to England. It covers his nickname, feats against bullies, attempts to box in New York and London, and the sprawling, troubled pursuit by managers, backers, and law enforcers as Heenan faces legal wrangling, training camps, and a bail outcome while evading authorities.
A garbled historic note hints at a forthcoming Life and Reminiscences of Peter Jackson. It mentions the fighter Farnan and career highlights, promising a vivid account of a boxer's early life, battles, and wartime experiences.
A chaotic boxing report details Kerry defending against a rugged challenger amid a long match sequence. The article tracks a brutal 14th round turn where Kerry gains the edge before a referee stops the bout. It also notes a later social incident at Mellanie Hospital and mentions local clubs like Ferroy Athletic Clan and events at Isle.
A chaotic match described with vivid local voice. Players from Newcastle and Consett clash as crowd cheers and officials demand order. The piece notes aggressive play, a knockout moment, and a dramatic finish amid lively, period reporting.
A fragmentary report describes a crowd and betting around a notable event connected with the Little Wonder and a group including Tom Ayers and various writers. It notes excitement in Brighton and London venues, with speculation on last minute interference and a pending chapter ending.
A garbled golf notes recap covers AG.C premiership semi finals, Australian Wolf Club Championship, Queensland ladies championship, and a Victorian or West Lancashire linked professional event. Mentions J Macneil and E P Simpson contesting, Norman Warder and J Hadeley featured, plus matches at Concord and Marrickville venues with broad club results and handicap notes.
In Saturday play the lithe at Ledeoy faced Australian Golf Club and Combined Suburban Club. Each victory featured an Australian Club margin of 22 points while Bowen trailed by several points. Ancillary lines reference Athletic Plus, September 6, 2001, with names such as Grand Deming and Denis Malone appearing amid a garbled schedule.
Fragmented OCR recounts a long sports and public notice page mentioning a referee card table and figures like Baker, Foster, and Powell. It references theatrical content, a Post Express, and various name strings. The text blends sports, commentary, and product ads with scattered proper nouns and dates, offering a mosaic of 19th or early 20th century newspaper typography and editorial style.
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