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Newspaper
Sydney Referee
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Sep 20, 1916
Page
8
A vivid report on Hugh D McIntosh presenting Bombardier Wells as the challenger to the English champion. The piece covers Wells training and tactics against Carpentier, noting Wells's strength, weaknesses, and expected tactics. It hints at the anticipated clash and the buildup to the big bout.
The text recalls Bombardier Wells and his mixed record against recognized champions, noting defeats and brief triumphs. It mentions Jadine 1914, Colin Well, Gunner Wells, Gunboat Smith, Balzer, Moran, and Gunner Mrs Koacked Wells, with sparse details of rounds and rival outcomes.
The fragment outlines Jo J. Virgo, secretary of the YMCA, returning to Australia and resigning the Adelaide Melbourne posts to pursue new classroom duties before the war. It highlights Virgo as a top organizer in Australia and his focus on healthful sport and youth education.
A chaotic account of a historic boxing bout at the O's Hall in London featuring Bombardier Wells and Sergeant Sunshine. Promoter Eugene Corr introduces Wells, with referee Mugene Corrient directing a tense, crowd-filled spectacle that ends amid praise for Wells and reflections on British boxing's future.
A scrambled tribute to Greyhounds of Auckland Rugger highlighting Whiteside George Smith and notable Auckland players. The piece recalls Darby Ryan, Boll Whiteride, Hawley and other early figures, praising speed and skill, with reminiscences of matches, races, and the era’s athletic characters.
A fragment from a historical sports column mentions Wynyard and Jervis amid discussion of rugby or football lineups. It references Edler club back play and various players, with notes on selections and match context from a late nineteenth century era.
Queensland sport scene features the rise of amateur swimming and sailing activities. Reports cover Western Suburbs meets and Gympie events, local associations planning state championships, and a push to organize crews for exhibitions. A Queensland Cricket Association meeting notes no written report, while reflections note funds and governance changes.
The text recalls Gunner Tom Arnall of the Feld Alley reserves and his famed pace and dodging power as a football and athletic figure. It mentions opponents and venues, including Tamworth and Auckland, with recollections of his dressing-room moments and public reactions.
Minted ant pines nah ei Tasais i Aiea fro Suey tet Co Esk at thm aes of pee oa Uhalpiagh teat Spar Bepinnee.
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