Dempsey Sharkey Set for Spectacular Gotham Clash
The stage is set for a 15 round non championship fight at Yankee Stadium pitting Jack Dempsey against Jack Sharkey with more than 75 000 spectators expected and radio coverage reaching up to 20 million. Sharkey favored by many experts for youth speed and boxing craft while Dempsey restoration of power and comeback hopes draw fan support and betting interest. Both fighters in peak condition and prepared for a high profile showdown ahead of a September title bout with Gene Tunney.
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Dempsey Faces Sharke Tomorrow Despite Age Gap
In New York, July 20, Jack Dempsey trails Jack Sharkey by seven years in age but holds the edge in weight, height, and reach for their upcoming bout. The Associated Press reports the contrast as the bout nears.
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Dempsey Sharkey Bout To Be Telegraphed To Montana Fans
The Standard will provide round by round blows from Yankee Stadium for the Dempsey Sharkey bout, with AP relays reaching Butte and Anaconda reporters. Announcers will describe preliminaries before the main event at 7 oclock Butte time, starting 6:30.
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Dempsey to Meet Sharkey in 15 Round Elimination Tilt
Tonight at Yangee stadium New York City Dempsey 32 Los Angeles faces Jack Sharkey 25 Boston in a 15 round decision bout Two judges and a referee will score with preliminaries at 8 15 p m and main event at 10 p m EDT Expected crowd 80000 with receipts around 1250000 Bruce Braddock Larocco Seifert Warner Sayers Byrne Monte Muskie Manley Neuman featured in supporting bouts WJZ WEAF and other stations join nationwide radio hookup
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Boxers weigh in for statewide bout at 2 PM
Dempsey is expected to weigh about 196 pounds and Sharkey around 194 at the state athletic commission weigh in tomorrow. Tex Rickard predicts clear skies for tomorrow night as weather luck. Preliminary fights start at 8 15 PM with the main bout at 10 PM EDT.
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Draw in 10-round bout for Harmon and Algers
Newark AP July 20 Willie Harmon of New York and Billy Algers of Arizona fought 10 rounds to a draw in a light weight bout. Both weighed 145 pounds, according to sports writers.
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Dempsey Sharkey Fight Forecast From New York
New York July 20 Associated Press reports ahead of the Dempsey Sharkey heavyweight bout with managers predicting quick action and shifts in outcome. Dempsey says no soft opponents and aims for a fast win, while Sharkey vows to win quickly and then face Tunney. A citywide poll shows majority favor Dempsey by knockout with a smaller share backing Sharkey for a finish or decision.
Estelle Taylor Bets Husband Jack Dempsey To Win
Estelle Taylor, the film star, confidently predicts Jack Dempsey will defeat Jack Sharkey in the New York bout. She states he is in perfect condition and confident in his own ability, expecting a surprising finish.
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Dempsey Picked to Stop Sharkey in Yankee Stadium Bout
The former trainer predicts Jack Dempsey will defeat Jack Sharkey in New York by knockout within five rounds or win a decision if the fight lasts the full 15. He says Dempsey is in fighting trim, using his head, and capable of a quick stoppage or dominant showing despite Sharkey’s growth.
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McGorgary Beats Walker In Eight Round Bout
Babe McGorgary of Oklahoma won the judges decision against Willie Walker of New York in an eight round bout at Reading. McGorgary weighed 16315 pounds and Walker 178 pounds at ringside.
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