Big bids from America for Les Darcy fight plan
A chaotic draft in the text outlines a proposed arrangement to bring American opponents to Australia to contest a bout with Les Darcy. It mentions Alec Williams, Paul Mim, and manager figures, with talk of a £7000 offer and plans to stage the fight under quarantine, plus debate over the strength and credibility of the American challenger.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alec Williams
Starling
America
Raa Leon
Paul
Mim
Lem Darey
Moore
Amerion
Dorey
Walit
Amaerica
Willame
Ras
Tlarry Marden
Fy Corbett
New York
Battle Royal Stel Rill
Fort Ifrah
Mtr
Ojtm
Alway Howard
Irnald Kaket
Harry Marsden
Ofer
AL Omat
Newnan Feninitr
Fnfli-Royale Thayeraea
Wea
Iostratie
Sofaney-Wilkeh
Matt Wells in Poor Shape in aNgT Bout at Histon
A garbled report describes Matt Wells in poor condition before a match against Die Umut and Madi at Histon. The scene includes confusion, a fast exit from the ring, and a chaotic departure as punches fly and the crowd reacts with shock.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Matt Wells
Lewis
Histon
Aubrasia
Willy
Aywrem
Holly
Wilkie
Mt Oud
Elaverty Ua
Magirl and Smith Fight in Australia Wide Ring Clash
Magirl, the American middleweight, battles Dave Smith in a hard fought 12 rounder in Australia. The bout features rapid exchanges, bloody nose, and Magirl’s steady ducking attack, edging Smith with cleaner connects and superior movement as the final bell sounds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Smith
Buck Crouse
art-Aghilng
Magisl
Betes
Boxing Notes From A Messy Historic Rounds
A garbled report recounts a dramatic boxing card with multiple bouts. Roy Smith and Hiv Moran fight a long contest, several knockdowns occur, and the narrative highlights Smith’s precise technique and a late, hard round finish. The piece ends noting a decisive win for AL Collen over Esdie McLantr by ten points.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
AL Collen
Butted Out in Fight Sparks Referee Debate and Penalty
A chaotic boxing match prompts debate over a butt incident and referee calls. Sides accuse intentional fouling, while observers note head contact and potential stoppage. Specific contestants and venues are mentioned, with memory of the bout driving discussions about sportsmanship and rule enforcement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walt
Lashann
Huller
Minn
Mr. Walter
Robartson
Brisbane
Uieh
Lew Foill
Ateros
Russell
Beubaan
Spectel
Coorta
Otter
Ben
Che Tie
Se Wijening
Che
Dave Mith
Art Martel
Eyne
Saath
Adi Jaen
Veacdl
Madara
Larry Cassen
Trily
AASC
Hughie Mehegan
Nick
Bova
Nan Yhae
Boxing News From Across The Atlantic and Australia
The report covers Frank Slavin era tales, McCoy and McCoy's near knockout by Tolman Kurte at Newark, Welling’s victory over Butler, and promotions for George Chip and Les Darcy. It notes Australian boxing figures, manager Jimmy Dita, and World War era travels with references to Sydney Melbourne and American press coverage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William &. Fostem
United Press
London
Forrest
Frank Slavin
al McCoy
Deaten
Teem
George Chipmet
Deve
Newark
Father Sportng Club
Rocksway Beach
Isa
McCoy
Will
Tully
Tolman Kurte
McGoy
Mike Gibbons
Chip and
Darcy
Chicago
San Franciscd
Cal
Jimmy Dita
Tel Bere
Anitalia
Antipades
George Chip
Les’ Darcy
Barey
Doveni
Sydney
Melbourne
Chip
Bastis
United States
Rint
Meteburel
Joe Chip
George
Tom McManon
Shahoidy
Snows Vance
Wales
Australie
Powyy
Nosmital
Riad
Pydney
Egypt
JV Alterwarde
Vaet Armalang
Australia
Neurasthenia
Yourvell
Mr. Baker
New York Considers Drastic Boxing Rule Change
The New York State Athlete Commission debates banning champions from appearing before libraries except in specified cases. Chairman Wenck proposes penalties and new guarantees for earnings, while discussions consider calling Verigione for a bout and potential concessions. The moves are driven by concerns over recent champion performances and ticketing outcomes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Dole
Wenck
New York State
Lula
Alec
Brussels Cafe Scene Tangles With Fabled Fights and Lively Gossip
In a rambling Brussels cafe scene, scraps of boxing lore and showbiz rumor swirl around Kid McCoy, George Carpentier, and Ted Sloan amid a noisy crowd. Observers note a tense exchange, lingering satisfaction from past glories, and a lively if chaotic talk of matches, influences, and flirtations with newspapers and society figures.
Brainy Boxers and Business Men Quit The Kim
A garbled 1920s clipping mentions boxers and business men, with references to Darcy the Australian candle weighers and a return of Clever Laie McGoorry to Yankee land. It notes athletic figures like George Knockout Brown and Greek influences in Sydney, amid talk of open fields and farm life and profit in racing and boxing circles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jack” Wall
Willerd
Darcy
Laie McGoorry
Sonry
Jan Shelly
Ste Susprigen
Onhbosh
Goldie
Chickgo
George Knockout Brown
WFC
Nysior
Sydney
Byown
Charlie Rowahhone Riens
Lupheneluhn
Oueans
Australia
Fogarty records boxing talk and promotions details
Sion Powacty relays Fogarty remarks on rounds, opponents, and training, noting a £10 payment and references to Billy Fogarty, Maitland, and Hegarty. Mentions boxers, promotions, and upcoming visits, with names like Baker, Monty, Charters Ths, and Jack Dillon, plus a note on a military badge and recent battles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sion Powacty
Seierente
Taurus
Foxasey
Fogarty
Porkern
Hegarty Euplas
Vail
Maitland
Sion
Baker
Herbert Miland
Beker
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Les Darcy
Kdows
Siniene Sag
Wieme
Moe
the Tribune
Citra Wien
Ule
Hesing
Iran
Yun
Dillon
Frank Mov
Moray Mighe
Tin
Bij Dilton
Biton
Johnny Griffiths
Johnny
Iolo
Charlie White
Freddie Welch
Hartweight
Fwd
Griffhe
Mierelock
Devin
Nowra
Lille
Johnny Hag Brown
Calon
Ohio
Magirl
Lane
Art Magis
Dave
Elfen
Ivins Ok
Pihara
Aidates
Maxie
Timmy Clabby
Ben Jones
Ben Smithy
Ben Smithy Od Sihbedt Biswn and Brown Tury Rouva
Hick Jones
Magielen
Buoselz
Poms Steading
Torres
United
Jarcany
Megiel
Sean
WSR
Ely
Magis
Fle
Magee
Rik
Arza
Sinihis
Oller
Finigle
Hhett Magir
Magi
Rhree Ioog
Maciel
Banith
Benithis
Denly Salen
Mugitt
Jad
Aerate
Srrisih
Miggle
Mauiel
Mariel
Misgiel
Eonith
Wien
Mavirtryout
Ehern
Steith
Pavey Cardiff
Prier Jac
Billy
Chicsen
Walter Butler
Boston
Butler
Jobom Welling
Welling
Nin
Joe
Carney Lichtenttein
Beck
Eyre Warren
Enoggera
Jp Heab
Ruyertam
Reg, L. (Snow) Baker
Ivan
Brussels
Cafe
Cafe Mai Martian
J. Rufus Wallingford
Wallingford
Tele Am Amasine Litteatory
Kid McCoy
George Cargenier
Ghent
Mty
Hamilton
Jew Kriende
Willy Ted Sloan
Sean J. Dillon
Atmiher
Lurelpant Ameti
Ridge
Twday
Mane Lloyd
Dillem
Wini
Sloan Hirmaly
Thillon
MrCov
McCow
Inqiert Sr Twa
Marie Clay
Evertercent
Stoan-Hillan-McCay Berney
Hamulten
Marie Lloyd
Bose
Petwee
Oral Newcanth
Tor Oman
Gee Gee
Grenfell
Sceeptabie
Timmy
Sharman
Temara ‘Peumaten
Teddy ‘Green
Rud Ke ‘Uthe
Chit Eh
Tammy Murphy
Tamora
Ube Warpath
Greniell Uri
Psu
Fet
Wim
J. Pile
Gherwea
Falita
Jack
Darcy's & McGoorty's
KO. Brown
Nena’ Glen
Totten
Perel
Ranni
Kengland Inder
Attics
Sascha
Euplie
Alps
Mr. Monty
Millet
Hinleer
Vanstam
Humber
Ole da Deere
Nest
Allan
Mia von
Gus Cheiatle
Jack Alkeily
Jack Dillon
Sem Murburger
Ith
Baker's Stadium
Cilampiomant
KIO Uachess
Darcy v. Clabby
Rly Kids
Seawall
Henri
Les Widdehs
Emma Hes Tees
Wieden
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