Leonard Dundee Agree on Fitzgerald Referee in Pasadena
Boxing circles announce Dave Fitzgerald will referee the Benny Leonard versus John Dundee title bout in Pasadena with strong approval from East officials. Fitzgerald, known as Honest Dave, has long served as referee and former manager, earning trust for his ring conduct and fairness. The January 6 event at Arena promises a decisive showdown with Fitzgerald guiding the officials, amid past negotiations for his selection and support from Leonard's camp.
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Georges Carpentier trains for Dempsey bout in peak form
French boxing star Georges Carpentier concentrates on conditioning and technique as he gears up for a title clash with Jack Dempsey. He notes readiness for any opponent, aiming to enter the ring in prime shape and ready for the highest pay. He enjoys music and keeps a wary eye on schedules and opponents while praising his discipline and travel readiness.
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Oxers Exchange to Open January Fifth in Chestnut City
Johnny Moores, Philadelphia boxing promoter, prepares to launch Oxers Exchange in Chestnut City on January 5 1926. He aims to arrange engagements for boxers and recruit talent, after resigning from his post with the National A C of Philadelphia on Christmas Day. Mooney plans to dedicate full effort to the new venture, seeking confidence it will draw strong talent and events.
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Pasadena sells out 428000 tickets for Oregon Harvard game
Pasadena reports all 428000 tickets for the Oregon Harvard New Year’s Day game sold. Officials say none remain for the Los Angeles sale as organizers announce tickets for the Pasadena Tournament of Roses event are exhausted, with no supply left for the Los Angeles market tomorrow.
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Harvard Team in Pasadena Today
Harvard football squad entertained in San Francisco en route to Pasadena to meet Oregon on New Year’s Day. Trip west limited by cold weather until Sierra Nevada. Sacramento stop allowed brief signal practice. real workout expected on arrival in Pasadena.
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Georges Carpentier on Screen at Poli's Theater Today
Georges Carpentier, France’s famed heavyweight figure, appears on screen at Poli's theater today and tomorrow. The European champion, fresh from stopping Joe Beeken in London, greets cheering crowds on his return to Paris, as his films debut in the country.
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Sharkey Seeks Return Fight With Champion Herman
Jack Sharkey, the west side bantamweight, plans a twenty round title rematch with champion Pete Herman. He says he is ready to tackle the titleholder as soon as given the word and notes he has beaten Herman before. Sharkey has engagements in Philadelphia before he can meet Herman.
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British Champ Kayoed Paris by Featherweight Rival
Dev Deponthien, the European featherweight champion, knocked out British champion Tandy Lee in the fifth round of a recent match in Paris. Lee faced defeat as Deponthien established dominance mid bout and secured a decisive stoppage.
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Serbian Monarch A Deaf Gripple In Poor Health
Serbian King Miha? Ihs is described as in poor health and largely retired from public life. He resides at a quiet retreat outside Belgrade, hardly walking unaided and largely away from affairs of state. Prince Regent Alexander oversees regency as the monarchy’s future remains uncertain.
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Amateurs to Box for Titles in April
The national amateur boxing championship tournament will be held April 12 and 13 at Mechanics Hall Boston. A.A.U. officials and Boston A.A. representatives announced dates after agreeing on plans for the event. The meet, using the English scoring system in some classes, aims to prepare American boxers for Olympic competition and reflect evolving rules changes.
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Sold Brick Game Revival Sparks Legal Concerns
The report notes a revived swindle tied to selling Meiving Manner by a shoemaker, with a $2,400 fine and nine cars referenced. It discusses reinforced concrete uses, magnesium chloride impregnation, and durability concerns for cross sections, amid unclear details and dated terminology.
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Impartial View Critiques Boxing Matchmaking Standards
The Pasadena piece critiques matchmaker duty and public attitudes at Acorn club events. It questions whether promoters protect fighters and warns that reckless lineups risk dangerous outcomes. Mentions Robit Maranville and Roger Worsby as market targets, with Burden of responsibility on promoters.
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Dempsey Fight Bid Reaches Records Before Card Ends
A 1921 report details Dempsey’s bidding surge for a Paced bout with Carpentier. Offers climb from 75000 to 259000 as press agents scramble. Amid the frenzy, Dempsey’s team weighs a 20 million dollar figure.
Cuba Joy Spot for Dry Yanks
Havana plans a Cuban resort aimed at American tourists, featuring breweries, low beer prices, all night cabaret, and tropical atmosphere. Future features include a 2000-room Statler-like hotel, high priced rooms, a park with a pool, and transportation services for visitors.
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Fragmented garbled text on obscure figures and politics
The passage presents a distorted, illegible slice of political discourse with references to unnamed relatives and fictitious or corrupted group names. No clear event, person, organization, or location can be reliably identified or summarized from the unreadable OCR text.
Jam Labels Replace Money in London Report
Apparent notes labeled jam replace money in London a report notes soldiers in Palestine and local merchants sending funds via labeled notes. The account mentions natives and a bank payment, with references to collections and exchange. The text is fragmentary and reads as an OCR OCR capture of a historical brief.
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Swimming Champion Sues for $50,000
A swimmer filed a $50,000 lawsuit alleging defamation by a rival or company linked to decisions about recent contests. The suit contends the plaintiff owns a referenced entity and seeks damages over alleged refusal to counter select results.
Jersey bout looms for Dowd and Leonard title hopes
Promoter in Jersey City plans a heavyweight clash headlined by Mike Dowd and lightweight champion Signy Leonard as potential showdowns loom. Talks say the purse could exceed 5 million, with heavy weights and key managers watching progress. Local promoters push to sign the bout, hoping to stage in Jersey City with strong interest from boxing circles.
Welling Beats Benjamin In Six Round Lightweight Bout
In Philadelphia on December 25 Joe Welling edged Benny Benjamin from California by a shade after six rounds. Other cards saw Artie Root and Bare Farez draw, Bill Brennan defeat Sailor Strosky, and Fitzsimmons best Youngs Borrell. Murray beat Fox, Sasso drew Tiplitz, and Carlson shaded Johnna with Borrell also winning over Samson. Local Jersey card featured Benny Walger defeating Geer Brown in eight rounds at City Athletic Club.
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Cochran Seeks Carpentier Dempsey World Title Bout
British promoter C B Caghean says plans are underway for a world heavyweight championship match between Georges Carpentier and Jack Dempsey. He travels on the Mauretania to align with Dempsey manager Jack Nearns and hints at a venue in France or Great Britain with a long format to showcase both fighters. He expects large French and English backing and a capacity crowd regardless of location.
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Dempsey Offered 300000 For London Fight
Promoter Charles Cochrane arrived from Southampton with plans to stage the Dempsey Carpentier bout in London. He offered Dempsey a purse of 300000, citing England as neutral ground to avoid American opposition and to capitalize on growing public enthusiasm. Carpentier’s theatrical rights are being handled, and Cochrane will travel west to negotiate.
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