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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 04, 1919
Page
9
W F Pooch Donovan is noted as Harvard coach and trainer alongside world famous fight expert Ray Pearson and Jack from New England, highlighting prominent sports and training figures. The item presents a roster of notable names tied to coaching, athletic training, and boxing expertise.
In Toledo Willard defends the world heavyweight title against challenger Jack Dempsey in a 12 round bout at Bayside Park tomorrow. The arena is the largest built for a sporting contest since ancient times with $100,000 to Willard and $27,500 to Dempsey plus about $100,000 in movie rights for the promoters Richard and Flourney.
Report on the Willard Dempsey heavyweight title bout sets a colossal attendance surpassing all prior prize fights. It notes ticket and concession receipts near one million dollars with Willard earning 127 500 and Dempsey 27 500.
The Toledo heavyweight title bout draws widespread attention as Willard, 34, faces younger champion challenger Dempsey in a highly anticipated 12 round battle. Analysts debate conditioning after years out, ring style, and sunlit outdoor conditions shaping the outcome. Thousands travel to Toledo for the historic fight with Drexel Biddle and J. Warren Barbour serving as officials to ensure fair play.
Toledo July 3 Officials increase for boxing verdicts with two English style judges, two referees, and individual timekeepers. Ollie Pecord acts as referee with Tex Rickard and Major Anthony J. Drexel Biddle as judges. Jack Skelly alternate referee. W. Warren Barbour official timekeeper. Dempsey Willard bout may feature measured tactics and late finish strategy.
In Toledo on July 3 the Army Navy and Civilian Board of Boxing Control agreed on fight rules for the Willard Dempsey bout. Two judges and a referee will preside with Pecord as referee and Drexel Biddle and Tex Rickard as judges. Kidney punch banned and clean breaks required. If judges disagree the referee decides. fouls lead to potential disqualification after judge consultation.
A compiled list shows sport followers favoring Dempsey in the Toledo bout. Notable names preferring Willard appear alongside many selecting Dempsey, including Jim Corbett Tom Sharkey and others. The turnout reflects mixed sentiment among fans and insiders.
Toledo July 3. Champion Jess Willard says he will win and retain the title in tomorrow's bout with Jack Dempsey. He dismisses a long fight and predicts a knockout, believing he is in peak condition after his training grind.
In Toledo on July 3, Jack Dempsey promises to win the next night, stating he will fight the world’s clan and become the new title holder. He declines to detail his plan or boast about the method, insisting his confidence is unmatched.
The speaker says all is set for tomorrow’s event and calls it the greatest fight ever staged. He cannot predict the winner and would bet 50-50 if forced, reflecting uncertainty about the outcome.
Mobile 9, Atlanta 5, Chattanooga 4, Nashville 8, Little Rock 4, Memphis 3, Birmingham 7, New Orleans 8. The list records season results for eight cities with varying scores.
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