Tunney Wins Rematch Fight After Narrow Seventh Round Count
Gene Tunney retains the heavyweight title with a ten round victory over Jack Dempsey at Soldiers Field. Dempsey nearly KOed him in round seven but a referee ruled a long count under Illinois rules, allowing Tunney to recover and finish strong before about 750000 spectators and a record radio audience.
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Dempsey Wins Hearts After Boxing Defeat
Estelle Taylor Dempsey rushed into her husband Jack Dempsey's arms at the Edgewater Beach hotel after his loss to Gene Tunney. She expressed support amid her nerves, while he appeared subdued yet relieved. They planned a day of rest and private time away from the public eye.
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Dempsey Knocks Tunney Down Then Loses On Late Decision
Jack Dempsey exploded in the seventh round delivering a booming left hook and a right that floored Gene Tunney, but Tunney survived and won a lengthy 14 second count as Chicago rules kept him in the fight. The bout ended with Tunney retaining the world title after a hard fought ten round decision amid crowded cheers and referee timekeeping.
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Dempsey's Dad Nearly Involved in Ring Scene at Soldier Field
At Soldiers' Field Chicago last night Hiram Dempsey father of Jack Dempsey stood in the ring side area and shouted as a Tunney partisan heckled. He rose on his seat and waved his fist while urging the crowd to quiet down. The incident ended without a clash.
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Warrior to the finish in final bout
The fighter realized the fight was over and his last chance had vanished yet he pressed on as a warrior to the finish, determined despite the beating.
Charlie Root Wins His 26th Game of Year
The Associated Press reports Charlie Root earned his 26th win of the season as Philadelphia fell 8 to 4. Hack Wilson hit his 28th home run, tying Cy Williams for the NL lead. Babe Ruth homered for the Yankees in an 8 to 7 win over Detroit. Cincinnati swept Brooklyn in a doubleheader 2-1 and 4-2. The Cardinals moved closer to Pittsburgh and clung to a half game over the Giants after a 6-5 win over Boston. Pittsburgh beat the Pirates 8 to 0 while the Giants split a double-header with the Cardinals and the Phillies.
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Boxing rematch debate and a jazz debut in Chicago
Referee delayed starting the count until four, denying a KO fighter 14 seconds to rise. Tunney earns praise for a brave bout though spectators felt Dempsey won. In Chicago, Al Kvale, son of a Minnesota congressman, opens a theater engagement leading a jazz band after plans to study law.
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