NEXT MONDAY'S MATCH.
One of that select company of men who have held the light-heavy-weight championship of the world, Billy Meeske, is regarded as one of the.really great athletes which Australia has produced. For some years now -his name has been a byword where sporting -men gather and fans will welcome the opportunity of seeing liini make his Auckland debut at the Town Hall on Monday evening opposed to '■Spotty , McDougal. Meeeke, holder of the Australian heavy-weight title, ateo claims the British Empire title, and during his long career has proved that he is well able to substantiate his claims. Since his arrival in New Zealand he has been in the South and hie .performances have been acclaimed by Press and public alike. Southern reports state him to be a great wrestler and a worthy representative of the British Empire. McDougal has also been wrestling with great _ success, and the match promises to provide some great wrestling.
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Auckland Star, Volume LXII, Issue 245, 16 October 1931, Page 3
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157NEXT MONDAY'S MATCH. Auckland Star, Volume LXII, Issue 245, 16 October 1931, Page 3
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