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Newspaper
Sydney Referee
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Sep 17, 1924
Page
2
A long evolving prospect of a Dempsey versus Wills title clash dominates boxing chatter. Racial tensions, public interest, and promoter pressures shape the rumor mill as supporters and skeptics weigh the chances of a historic bout.
Eddie Thompson seeks a fast heavyweight run and talks with fans about the careers of Petar Jackson Donley Griffe and Martin Denny. He recalls thirty years of sport and notes babies since Gown. He hints at a four round San Francisco bout and plans to press for a high pace in a Bay Area match.
A fragmentary article notes welterweight Harry Young, tied to Dave Smith, set for a Saturday bout amid references to training and plans. It mentions a big-money match, Melbourne and Sydney venues, and observers predicting a strong fight with attention to the Australian boxing scene.
The article traces Black boxing legends from Tom Cribb to Jack Johnson, noting racial barriers and notable figures such as Hugh Dempsey and Jim Jeffries era rivals. It discusses color barriers, promoter debates, and the prominence of colored champions in early heavyweight history.
A chaotic transcript shows Arba colliding with Godfrey over a controlled bout featuring Bi Goifrey the weight champion from Averails and Harry Colling. Godfrey fails to concede terms, with discussions of guarantees and a 30 percent share amid a crowd aiming to set a precedent at the Stadium.
A garbled notice describes George Dawsons anticipated homecoming with his wife and son. It notes a parade in Sydney on Thursday afternoon, September 25, inviting followers of Tn EAree in America to mark the date and attend the event.
A local discussion of the bantamweight championship in Australia centers on Jimmy Semmens and Waters fighting on September 26 or March 24, with wagering and public betting noted. The piece mentions past contenders, boxers King Tor and Lloyd, and references a New York boxing commission suspension for Mickey Walker.
A muddled report outlines a heated exchange over a wrestling title and promoters plans. Names like Demgney Wills Bourke and promoter Lithgow surface amid claims of match accuracy, with references to firms, dates, and venues in a sprawling account of wrestling politics and events.
A chaotic report traces weight class tensions and title claims across Melbourne and Sydney. Promoters, managers, and champions exchange telegrams and challenges as Collins Uren and Stewart vie for the crown amid talk of Jamito and other contenders.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions a gymnasium and a location with names like Tavon Marie and Empire Vela. Details are unclear. no coherent event or outcome is identifiable.
Boxing alert reports Pilkington erupts with wild fury after a disqualification as Dwyer fights back hard. The Sydney bout ends in a heated scene with seconds racing to separate the boxers while crowds roar at the unsettled conclusion and talk of a rematch.
Promoter bets on a lively night at the stadium with top welterweights and a showcased main bout. Spectators anticipate bold showings from Tommy Wey and Bren, while local favourites clash in a card that promises high energy and competitive courage.
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