Boxing notes keep fans buzzing in 1915 era
In The Referee issue from September 1915 boxers Les Darcy and Fighting Billy Murray feature among multiple notes on world fighters. The column mentions upcoming bouts, training, cancellations, and key matchups across Sydney Melbourne Brisbane and Perth with names like Jip Clubny Suter Uren Read Darey McGarry and Kilrain. The piece also recalls boxing personalities and historical figures in a vivid, period tone.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Les Darcy
Billy Murray
Verdicts and Boxing News Dominate Local Sports Roundup
A messy OCR summary covers a jury verdict involving Jeff Smith and R L Baker with hints of boxing and cricket discourse. Mentions of Harald Baker and a judge, plus notes on an injury and medical operations, reference interests in boxing and cricket, including figures in Australia and America. The piece also notes a Massachusetts Amateur Championship round in Wandland with a 71 stroke-like result context.
Darcy in Praise Oyer Challenges Murray Les Darcy
The piece discusses Murray Les Darcy and the public reaction to his boxing challenges and a recent standout performance. It notes debates among fans and writers about the value of a potential bout with the Welshman and references a prominent Australian rival, Fritz Halland, in a praised victory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wied Dyer
Ine
Baker
Eyer
Fritz Halland
Australia
Solar Plexus Darcy v Murray Battle Report on Page 16
Darcy Rice reports on the Darcy versus Murray bout with commentary on the fighters' styles and crowd reactions. The excerpt notes tension, an expected return match with King, and a Road Game claim declaring March 7 a hard hitting date, while referencing the fight’s impact on rankings and future matchups.
McGuorty Aims for Darcy Bout at Middleweight
Trish McGoorty writes from Brisbane on June 4 to say she seeks a boxing match with Darcy at middleweight. She claims to be in good form and ready for a Saliday night bout and mentions a £1000 wage. She references past contact, weight plans, and desire to settle the dispute with a fight in Britain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Trish McGoorty
Brisbane
Saliday
Darcy
Lassen
Ewes
Ture
Hiltlinshire
Eos Darcy
Dyer Tries for Chance Against Darcy in Sydney Showdown
Controversial boxing chatter centers on whether Dyer can topple Darcy in Sydney after a crowded debate about strategy and past form. Analysts note Dyer’s sharp punches and endurance, while critics doubt Darcy’s current form and stamina in a bout many see as pivotal for both fighters’ careers.
Meat Yantic Item On Fork Page By Graig Datta
The notice references a garbled item on a fork page attributed to Graig Datta and Holly Ana Meaty. Details are unreadable but imply a byline or caption for a local event or feature. No clear date or location is discernible from the fragment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Graig Datta
Aydnain
Kay v Quendreux For Title Fight At Stadium Gallery
The weekend boxing feature at the Stadium centers on Kay against Quendreux with a predicted hard clash. The bout, set for Saturday, attracts strong backing as Kay aims to prove his clever skill and power, while Quendreux seeks a decisive win to advance. A crowd expected at the arena will witness a display of premier heavyweight talent and showmanship.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Enfenkert
Joe Ihagrue
Leo
Hitler
Yi Australias
Xery
Lia Tadert
Victor
Golden West
Orivanaers
Heverim Helaht
Howe
Gini Lent
Dee Niles
Erry McGiavern
Palmer
Ge Rouse
Lauer
George Diver
Lester Yy Young Corbett
Swvniine
San Feandico
Ako
Masial
Hementher
Nelson
Sereed
Victorian Boxing Scraps and Rumors From Melbourne
Victorian boxing news recounts bouts and negotiations at the Pavilion, noting Bill Walsh’s bid for the heavyweight title and McCay’s potential match arrangements. It covers medical staff deployments, fighters’ contracts, and forthcoming duels with names like Mehegan, McGuire, Lynch, and Ryan linked to Sydney and Melbourne circuits.
Fletcher of Maitland and the world’s featherweight hopes
An interview with Billy Howe of Maitland discusses rising featherweights in the Northern District. Names mentioned include Harry Kersing, Ler Diarep, Young Buxton, Wilisrn, Jae Cosa, Wave Gelkie, and others as potential contenders for the world title. The piece notes Howe’s view on Pleteror Glen Li trays and Flewchey as a popular figure, with concerns about health and local support impacting prospects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Billy Howe
Wear Maitland
Esioa
Ae Rta
Wes Mariani
Gospeste Grove
Noerherd
Tin Nuecesoby
Harry’ Kersing
Howe
Pleieher
Hk Arsétts Aly
Hanare
Buxton
Renee
Wilisrn
Jae Cosa
Pleteror
Glen Litray
Tor
Lisrey
Winbl Greesan
Hiarry We
Mattieniy Salm
Australia
Bisiurys
Hie
Mauurat-Aaliy
Renada
Ims
Enne
Darcy
Pray Neve
The Referee Old Reader in D Co Egypt Amid War Rumors
The Referee recounts a distant officer recall of electric signals and past days. Anxious readers long for timely news and the paper notes Australia’s press struggles and growing sales. The piece hints at wartime discipline and the hope for stability.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D_Co
AUN
Brigade
Heliopalis
Enypl
Te Brough
Australia
Wa Voip
Bese
KEZE
Bese Wistressud
Physical culture advocate Snowy Baker promotes building a large physical teaching center
The article describes Snowy Baker's plan to construct a massive block 100 by 180 feet with nine storeys for a college focused on physical culture and welfare. It notes support from medical professionals, the opening by Sir Francis Actor, and property expansions across nearby farms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tha Snowy” Baker
Apat Tran Fis
Ana
Baker
Morferm College
Ollie
Ima Claire
EL Pean
Eruayee
Fronely
Thapasa
Snowy War Fund Studio Teaches 7000+ Students
A long notice profiles Snowy and brothers running a studio since opening, teaching fencing wrestling and other arts to over 7000 pupils. It highlights medical aid, bursaries, and the extensive correspondence method that expanded to Australia and beyond.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Len
Snowy
Sands of Reagongi
Beverly
Rede
Milizey
Agia
Volice
Porce
Daity Dolan
Bits
Howard
Mies Dick
Ruhard Bales
Vee Bey
Syney ‘Cohen
Bayer
Iss
Eal
Richard “Balen
Harold Eves
Albert Ver
Teddy Walker
Billy" Garose
Charlie Ward
Adward Pearce
George Hal
Harry Hill
George Mey
Eri May
Mal” Collins
He Juan Lave
Wally Loveday
Ores Griersing
EA A. Grierson
Dan Anderson
Lew Barford
Kay
Chvit “"Torany
Jack Dudley
Her Cook
Viv Cooly
Billy Machaisara
Tom Ball
Harry Stone
Harry King
Viv. Braveham
Dick O'Connos
Frank Cartewright
J. W. Mauie
Dick Brown
Jong NS
Phillipe and
Gove Ie
Minnie Borvhwrek
Mineysbon
Marjorie Aid
Dalairy
Aingady
Nimpines
Austraeal
Feyat
Humber
Boxing No-Decision Sparks Australian Debate and Doubt
Fragmented report discusses boxing no decision rules in Australia, fan reaction, and potential impacts on fighters such as Welsh and his opponents. It references notable names and events, highlighting uncertainty over fairness and the system’s effect on audiences and careers.
Wrestling Challenge Draws in Odd English Fragment
A garbled report describes wrestling figures and names like Shima Molvee and Bertin with scattered references to England, rides, and a lone rider. It mentions a 57 mile journey to repair a wheel and a connection to a physical culture magazine. The text is fragmentary and lacks coherent events.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shima
Molvee
George Huckenschrad
Wyastler
Bertin
England
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Jae Humarien
Bladiur
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Lee Carey
Sarureshay
Stanjina
Pic
Willy Welle
Raaland’s
Puseling
Meas
Guamford
Tert Bpares
Wille Béawey
Bimgson
Victoria
Liew
Kelly Manvfeld
Angey
B'Grady
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Tim Nut
Geese Rock
E. McCutloch
Geo, Barnes
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Feletter
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Fred Dee Taney
M¢Coy
Elue
Melbourne
Ant Areri
Read
Delaney
Tom Uren
Jack Read
Obane
Brent
Balmain Insitute
Tom Brownlee
Len Bryant
Uren
Weil
Hobby Gaezler
New South Wales
Harry Reeves
Omarked
Ausiney Darcy
Marty
Ay Bendi
Fred Kay
Mick McGuire
George
Perth
Trueble
Bron
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Ohana
Saeed
Praca Ag
Suihue Birkon
Wally Pickard
Paya
Patrick Kelly
Ofve Central
Dardanelles
Pat
Dan
Sydney
Kradusky
Audi
Patie
Murray
Agsinet
Micke King
Daroyy
London
Sportanum
Engin Bonet
Hum
Welle
Welle Completed His Contract With” Mr. “Bnowy’ Baker and (Elt Ausisana
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Har Way
Bly Murray
Esme Meccary
Sydney Stadium
Ley Widders
Billy Dibley
Jim Miron
Temora Tohnny Offin
Tersie Young
Kuril Kurs
Watson
McCoy County
Ek Dunteroy
Auch Gold
Turin
Don Feel
Satrday
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Tremway Athletic
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Quendreux
Keay
Kelly
Mannfeld
O'Donnell
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Je Fiddle
RL. Baker
Jo Smith
America
Jam
Flo
Joe Costa
Newcastle
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Dan ‘Blackwood
Metal Eightshour
Daves Yew
Hatey Kilrain
Kilrain
Win Sur
Comet Kilrain
West Maitland
Episnova Group
Pietire
Rman
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Ted Alesander
Jim. Bareny
Byaney
W. W. Naation
W. Douies
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Joe Choynski
Parson Devies
Peter Jackson
Peter Saron
Young Mitchell
Jeff Smith
V. R. L. Baker
Seana Ifat
Harald Baker
Jug
Uae
Sagres
Ineland
Boxer Cannor
Canis
Els
Howe Kay
Seyioualy
Poznia
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Wells
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Matt Welle
Mr. Francis
Eller
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Wrranen Bates
Maseachusetts
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Wwe
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Fritz Holland
Lew Darey
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Ted
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Mella
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Chin
Asin
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Iquier
King
Bach
Rockor
Darcy Rice
McGuorty
Dyer
Jack Kearns
Tite Holland
Coynde
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Garey
Shore
Bary
Seni Woods
Beachine
Chin City
Abe Ranve
Fernand Qugndreux
Austral
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Newtown Pastime Club
Kay V.quendreux
Bendigo
John West
Royal Fark
Ical Simpson
Siocivingm Saluday
Sivrson
Mets Werke
Ove
Jebs Someshing
Saarring
Buckley
Aline Havel
Herb McCay
Bowayiere
McOy
Seeumig
Enaeaver
Ecure McCay
Charley Simmsan
Hein
Alvin
JJ Lynch
Sid
Dodeet Ryan
George Pearson
Pavillon
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Andrews
Pert
Caray
Bie Taylor
Rainer Oinert
Dave Meo
Jack Jatinene
Fromm
Owina
She
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Fenoke Carroll
Hia Oor
Hughie
Mehean
Bill Walsh
Tre Rio
Walsh
Tal Lang
Wiils Djrap
Bently
Broken Hill
Armstrong
Etn
Flura
Vreseh
Lew Faye
MaCoy Weil
Aparning
Fletcher OF
Maitland
Egypt
Snowy” Baker
WAR Fund
Wi. Baker
Icom
Howe Boys
Deowae
United States
Sseatetil
Hhciey
Bo Simthy
Brancincaler
Jacklas
Bion Gil
Wade
Charlie White
Aesina
Nova Preva
Ferce
Ely
Lars Corvest
Holmer
Pronk Cosy
Umle
Bathurst
Ronar
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Turville
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Feilies
Ly Ma News
Baker's Stadium
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Haase
Iliay
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