Louis Ends Braddock's Title With Eighth Round KO
Chicago, June 23 Joe Louis, 23, won the world heavyweight title from James J Braddock in Comiskey Park before 55000, KOing him in the eighth round after being knocked down in round one. Braddock, age 48, fought bravely but could not withstand Louis's right hand and left hook as the crowd roared. Louis becomes the youngest champion and the second black man to hold the crown, with Schmeling slated to fight New York later this year. Braddock insisted he had no plans to retire despite the crushing defeat and his bleeding, battered appearance.
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Fights Last Night Across Cities Narrowly Decide Boxing Results
CHICAGO Joe Louis defended heavyweight status by KO'ing Jim Brad dock in New Jersey while Nat Liftin won in New York on points over Henry Hook. Bobby Britton and Tony Martel drew in Yonkers. Gus Lesnevich beat Young Stuhley in Chicago by points. Fred Apos toli stopped Tommy Jones in Portland.
Braddock and Louis earnings contrasted in boxing career
The article notes Braddock's dwindling share after a 50 percent net receipts cut leaving him possibly $60,000 to $70,000, a stark contrast to Louis who has earned $850,000 in under three years with a 17.5 percent cut for himself and associates. It suggests Louis may hit a million soon, depending on future bouts.
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Mike Jacobs
Louis hailed by his race in Chicago celebration
In Chicago the South Side, home to a quarter million Black residents, erupted after Joe Louis retained the title. The parade stretched into dawn as crowds clogged streets, honking cars and rattling trucks blocked traffic while jubilant residents chanted celebratory slogans and hailed the new world champion.
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Huskies Sweep Regatta On Hudson At Intercollegiates
Husky crew from University of Washington repeats as champions in the intercollegiate regatta on the Hudson. Freshmen led from near the stake boats to win in 9:15.4. junior varsity set a 13:44 time while varsity posted 18:33.6 to break California records. Navy and Cornell faded as Syracuse finished third behind Washington.
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Cubs Fast Break Up Top as Grimm Shapes Team Spirit
Cubs ride a two game lead atop the majors with strong pitching and timely hitting. Manager Charley Grimm is cited as the driving force behind a hot stretch of 18 wins in 22 games, supported by a deep pitching staff and rest for key arms. Rival Cardinals loom as tough league contenders while other teams showcase standout performances in spring action.
Braddock Battle Echoes as Louis Triumphs in Ring
Chicago dispatch notes James J Braddock’s valiant stand against Joe Louis. Critics praise Braddock’s grit despite loss and observe Louis’s sharp punching and stamina. article references Schmeling, Parr, and race demographics of the crowd while praising Braddock’s courage.
Louis Shatters Heavyweight Age Record at Comiskey Park
Tunney chose Louis to train, with Brad dock favored by many. A huge crowd gathered at Comiskey Park before the bout, while onlookers near Morrison hotel watched Dempsey’s era. Ray Arcel and Whitey Burnstein earned $500 for corner work, and Harry Lenny, Ray Impellittera’s manager, was paid $250. Louis becomes the youngest heavyweight champion and remains a top favorite going into the title defense.
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Parker Gets Real Chance at Wimbledon
Frankie Parker, a Milwaukee hopeful, faces French veteran Brugnon in the second round at Wimbledon after a rocky start and prior criticism. Parker teams with George De Stefani in doubles as Americans fare well in opening singles, with Jacobs Marble Andrus Winthrop winning and men’s doubles advancing.
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Trans Miss golf title opens at Cherry Hills in wind
Denver June 23 Amateur stars from the west and southwest begin play for the Trans Miss title at Cherry Hills. Reynolds Smith leads medal with 70, John Dawson faces Bob Concliff in round one. Walter Blevins from Kansas City and Nathan Grimes of Denver also post solid rounds in tough wind.
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Heart of America
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Yesterday's Stars Shine in Early Baseball Action
Bill Lee of the Cubs blanked the Giants 5-0 on seven hits as Mone Straiton of the White Sox shut out the Athletics with three hits. Cy Blanton of the Pirates beat the Bees 4-1 after seven frames. Pat Malone of the Yankees won 8-5 over the Browns in his first start. Freddy Sington of the Senators drove in five with a double and a single in a 11-2 win over the Indians. Luke Hamlin of the Dodgers limited the Cardinals to one run on four hits in a 4-1 victory.
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How They Stand Yesterday's Baseball Scores
The standings show Pittsburgh defeated Boston 4 1 while Chicago beat New York 5 to 9 Cincinnati won 6 to 0 Philadelphia lost 0 to Brooklyn 2 at St Louis 1.
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Bryer To Speak Bluefield Dinner Address
Hany H. Bryer of Martinsburg, head of the West Virginia Bar Association, will address Mercer and McDowell county lawyers at a Friday dinner. Also listed are baseball scores and upcoming games in the American League and National League with teams and matchups among Chicago Philadelphia New York St Louis Washington Cleveland Detroit Boston and others.
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Tigers Score Easy Victory Over Blackhawks in Seven
The Grafted Tigers defeated the Blackhawks 9-1 in seven innings, with Louis striking out nine and allowing five singles. DeMoss and Bailey led Tigers with two hits each as Robison took the loss, nine hits and six strikeouts. Blackhawks were held scoreless until the final inning. Team totals and box score follow. James Kay Thomas ball Sunday feature to honor notable sports figures at the James K. Thomas Cup event.
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Braddock Louis Fight Grosses and Profits Revealed
Chicago reports the Braddock Louis heavyweight championship drew about 55 000 spectators with 48 000 cash buyers. Net receipts were about 525 000 after taxes, Braddock earning 262 000 and Louis roughly 110 000. Promotion costs were placed near 50 000 leaving promoters’ profit near 100 000.
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Wrestling Last Night Matches In Four Cities
In Spokane Frankie Hill of Texas defeated Ivan Strelich of Jugoslavia. In San Francisco Dean Detton of Salt Lake City beat Sandor Szabo of Hungary two of three falls. In San Diego Man Mountain Dean of Georgia defeated Hans Steinke of Germany two of three falls. In Indianapolis Dan O Connor of Boston defeated Oki Shikina of Japan two of three falls.
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State tennis stars battle at Charleston
Charleston June 23. Seventy two players entered the 27th annual state closed tennis tournament at the Charleston Tennis Club. Defending champion B F Arkle of Wheeling and Sam Cohen of Beckley lead eight seeded men in singles. Others include Jim Allen Charleston Aubrey Smith Beckley Eddie Brickle Huntington Herman Bennett Charleston Horace Bulen Charleston Charles Front Wheeling. Dark horses include Aubrey Smith Deacon Parsons Huntington and Clarence Smith Sitersville. First round action starts four day event continuing tomorrow.
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Herman Bennett
Horace Bulen
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Clarence Smith
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Miners Lose to Bengals in 12-0 rout
The pace-setting Welch Miners were shut out 12-0 by the Beckley Bengals as five Miner pitchers were hit hard. The loss keeps Raleigh Mountains within one game of the league lead while Welch stands 26-11 and the Bengals match that record. Huntington split a twin bill with Williamson Colts, the Bees dropping 4-0 and winning 7-2. Logan beat Bluefield Blue Grays in the remaining game.
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Williamson Moves to Bluefield in Narrow League Matchup
In Logan, the second-from-top Bengals face the Logan Indians who sit near the bottom. Welch visits Welch to take on Huntington Bees as the league action continues.
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Blue Law Cases Dropped By Clarksburg Justice
June 23 Judge Robert Zeigler dismissed charges of violating blue laws against ten Clarksburg merchants. The ten were arrested Sunday after visits by a plainclothesian to their establishments.
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Cafe Men Protest Fairmont License Rules
Representatives of the Fairmont Restaurant association urged the city board to require private eating places such as boarding houses and transient homes to obtain restaurant licenses.
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