BOXING.

Taranaki Daily News, 22 November 1920, Page 3

BOXING.

MATCH IN LONDON. By TeJegraph.—rress Assn Copyright. Received Nov. 21, 5.5 p.m.. London, Nov. 20. In a boxing match, lewis defeated Basham in the nineteenth round.--Aus.-N.Z. Cable Assn. THE STRATFORD CONTESTS. All arrangements for tho big bouts between Rutherford and WitTey, to be held in the Town Hall, Stratford, on Wednesday, 24th ins,., aro well In hand, and a record house is expected. Rutherford and Withey arc reported to be in the pink of condition. The club have been fortunate In securing tl.-e cervices of .Mr. Tim Tracer as referee. A good night's entertainment can be looked forward to, An excellent programme of amateur bouts will also be Aaged, and will Include some of the leading lights o{ Ihe Norm Island. Withey, (ho 'New Zealand representative, arrived w'.lli his trainer on Saturday night, and Rutherford arrives by to-night's 'express. I'ho amateur programme is complete. The Stratford boys aro In great form. t'anute, who meets Davis, is sure ro put up a great light, as also should Whitlaker, of Falraerston North, who meets the Wanganui man, Scott, both these men are considered tho best amateurs in New Zealand. Rowson, ihe Tarannki welter champion, meets Harry, Kllliam, who 1 olil the Taranaki championship m I'JR Spectators will get a surprise in the local "dark horses." Coombes (Taranaki .lack) meeis a local "dark horse" in the lightweight, and Ls sure to put. up his usual good battle, and contribute largely to the evening's entertainment. Patrons are advised to book enrly to avoid disappointment Box plan at Orubb's music shop.