Pugilistic Politicians.
-♦ — Stdnkt, May 8. On Thursday evening last a pugilistic encounter took place in the lobby of the Assembly, Sydney, be- \ tween Mr Haynes, member for Mudgee, and Mr Crick, member for West Macquarie. The encounter was not of long duration, but was hot while it lasted, Mr Crick's face showing distinct signs of punishment. Mr Haynes escaped without any damage. The cries of the combatants brought two policemen and other members to the scene, and the pugilists were separated as they rolled round on the floor A Bill relpting to the admission of attorneys, which Mr Crick had brought before the House, had been blocked, Mr Haynes taking a prominent part in debating the measure. As Mr Crick left the Chamber he renrarked very stroDgly against the opponents of the measure. Meeting Mr Haynes in the lobby, he made some offensive remark. Mr Haynfis replied, and then Mr Crick, standing back, aimed a blow at his opponent. -Mr Haynes immediately closed and struck Mr Crick on the face. The two struggled for a moment together, and fell near the steps of the refreshment room. The struggle was continued on the floor for several minutes before the combatants were separated by their brother members and the attendants.
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Feilding Star, Volume XIV, Issue 145, 27 May 1893, Page 4
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