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Louis and Charles Agree to World Title Fight at Yankee Stadium
Joe Louis and Ezzard Charles agreed by phone to meet for the world heavyweight title on September 27 at Yankee Stadium. Louis to receive 35 percent of net receipts, Charles 20 percent, with official status only after contracts are signed.
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Austin American
Austin, Texas
Joe Louis
Ezzard Charles
Yankee Stadium
New York
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Joe Walcott
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