Boxing promoter XN BK Jeff Dickson plans for London arena
Boxing promoter Jeff Dickson arrives from Paris with grand schemes for London and a Velodrome Waiver project in Paris. He founded a mobility company with £126,000 capital subscribed within days, opening October 3. He targets two World Championship bouts and says London lags behind in central sport facilities and would need a major arena. If someone advances the idea before Next Monday, he would sponsor the venture and likens London to Madison Square Garden.
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Ma Om Limited Mobility Company
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Einvilo Privils Ner Mz
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Madison Square Garden
Pavia
Dr O Callaghan Leads Ireland at Dublin Games
At the National Athletic and Cycling Championships at Croke Park Dublin Dr Pat OCallaghan the Olympic boomer champion swept the field winning the high jump and shot put and also took the relay leg as his team secured multiple titles. W B Burke of Clonkee Harriers won the 100 yards in a fast time while J G Eustace did not compete and J M M Tisdall's absence affected the hurdles. The report notes a tragic death of Holland in England aged 17 and praises his early promise as a top junior sprinter.
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Essex Remain Faded After Close County Clash
Perrin stars in a long innings for Essex as they push 343 in reply to Chesterfield. Despite Perrin’s 63 fours and five hours at the crease, Basox capitulates, yielding a nine wicket defeat after Essex had reached a first innings lead.
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Notable swimmers and medals for Sir Claude de Creapigny
The passage notes Sir Claude de Creapigny and associates celebrating a birthday with a dive from a 0ft board and a prior dive from a 1ft board. It lists Sir Claude as a prize recipient of multiple medals, including the Ballman Society gold, Royal Humane Society, Royal Agere Clads International, and the Swedish Hove Olympic medal.
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Lita Yieht
Eingland
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Jeasseesor
Ballman Society
Royal Humane Society
Royal Agere Clads International
The Arab as a Racer in England and Arab breeding notes
A fragmented account examines Arabs racing in England and in Indian ports, noting attire, breed traits, and perceived suitability to English courses. It references races from Poona and Madras to Bombay era ports, lists Arab types and notable horses, and mentions a Mehte Meahd English gelding and owners like Willie Bri.
Arab racing in India and British thoroughbreds contrasted
The piece compares Arab horses and English thoroughbreds, noting Arab racing in Western India with breeding lines from Basra and Baghdad, and urging that English and Australian stock outperform Arabs. It critiques Arab speed, training practices, and temperament, arguing English horses remain superior overall.
Frog Jumping Thrill Draws Crowds in America Race
A wild frog jumping contest in Angel's Camp draws large crowds as Didwelson of Stockton wins with a 11 foot 6 inch leap. Rivalry from Kingston North Carolina and other towns fuels the spectacle amid reports of betting and uproar. Local officials consider crowd control along fairways and event venues while noting safety measures and the unusual appeal of the sport.
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The Referee on Bowls and Bowlers History
An excerpted account by R T Harrison recounts a bowls gathering with long-standing figures like Jick Shin and Vercy Sapsford in Briabane. It notes 17 years of activity, mentions the old town, and references achievements in rink classics including VBLA titles and a Two-rink President's Victorian championship.
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Jick Shin
Oli Durk
Vercy Sapsford
Tom Bowehurd
Fred Gould
Bob Rankin
the O'Rourke
George Ecce
Percy Doctor
Briabane
VBLA
Victorian C A R N I V A L wins rink championship title
The Victorian quartet led by Bleach defeated rivals from South Australia Queensland and New South Wales to win the Brisbane rink championship. Mason and Currie provided strong challenges but the Victorians seized control in the later ends to clinch a 29 to 91 victory amid a festive crowd and official reception.
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Victorian bowling transfer rule sparks league debate
The Victorian association debated a by law requiring bowlers moving states to obtain defrance before eligibility. A motion supported by Mr BP Walker aimed at a special meeting, but the body rejected such a by law as unnecessary. The union backed mandatory participation in proper bowling battles with disqualification penalties.
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Rink Championship Victory Ties Personal Milestones
In 1914 at Grisbane the AB carnival rink title went to L. Waxman’s team of three Canterbury players and one Armidale player. This year the winning quartet is formed by one Armidale and three Canterbury players. Will Hobetin, previously in Waxman’s rink, has just returned from his honeymoon and will soon tell his one-year-old daughter of the win.
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Melbourne
Old Man Bangiroo Sets Bowling Team Rules
An archival note from Baye Mair outlines team conduct for a kangaroo institutionary bowling group. It lists selection, regular participation, adherence to schedules, and starting times. Rules emphasize weather readiness, weather rule adherence, and not dropping from the team on game day.
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Brief notes on veal workers and local sports events
The item mentions uncertain names and nicknames for Arthur Clarke and others, with garbled references to a Parrumatic Chole team and a Memorial Shield competition. It notes upcoming events in 1952 in Sydney and Pennants starting December 5, plus various circuit summaries and a record of 24 day games with 862 points scored and 4117 losses, amid disorderly text.
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