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Newspaper
Aurelia Sentinel
Location
Aurelia, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 1936
Page
6
A humorous column presents quips about engagement proposals and ring engravings. A jeweler jokes about whether to engrave For my darling or simply For my dar ling. The piece also notes a comical clash over a father-in-law’s approval and a ball boy’s later role as a possible father-in-law.
A veteran sports writer recalls episodes from early career and famous figures. Benny Leonard, John McGraw, Jim Thorpe, Jack Dunn, Wladek Zbyszko and others are recalled in anecdotes about boxing, baseball, wrestling and personal encounters in Baltimore and New York. The author reflects on friendships, quirks, and the cost of sport fame across decades.
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