Wrestling on the level in modern times and old greats
The piece argues that modern wrestlers are mostly performers not athletes and contemplates if an on the level tournament could crown a true champion. It recalls Dr. B F Roller and Frank Gotch in a 1908 Seattle title bout that ended in a draw before a decisive finish.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Police Gazette
Dr. B. F. Roller
Frank Gotch
Gotch
George Hackenschmidt
Chicago
Seattle
Wash
Dr. Roller
London Man Named President of The Mother Church
Lt Col Robert Ellis Key of London England was named President of The Mother Church The First Church of Christ Scientist Boston at its annual meeting. He is Associate Editor of Christian Science periodicals and a 1937 authorized teacher. He was decorated with the Order of the British Empire and held the rank of Lieutenant Colonel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert Ellis Key
London
Eng
First
Church of Christ, Scientist
Boston
Colonel Key
Great Britain and Ireland
Gotch Defeats Roller in Strenuous Wrestling Match
The Seattle event featured Gotch overpowering Roller in two falls with leg and crotch holds. After a brutal exchange Roller withstood numerous submissions but finally capitulated in 21 minutes 54 seconds, needing assistance to his dressing room.
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Gers
Gotch
Roller
Roiler
Joe Carroll
Lainie Austin
Nine More Lives exposes a Hollywood stunt prank scheme
Michael Morgan debuts as a whodunit specialist in Nine More Lives, detailing a stuntman tale where a prankster swaps a steering wheel for a knee steer system. The driver speeds to seventy then hands the wheel to a terrified companion, ordering her to hold it briefly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Michael Morgan
Hollywood
Breeding and Hatchery Promotions From Ontario Chicks to Turkey Poults
Breeding stock and hatchery notices showcase Twed dle Chicks with ROP program and broad breasted turkeys for profit. June price cuts on chick and pullet lots, plus started birds and turkeys. Also listings for real estate, tires, plumbing supplies, magazines deals, and various consumer goods from Ontario businesses.
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Ags Eges
R.O.P
Fergus
Ontario
Holland
Beltsville
Guelph
H. C. MacLean
Wingham
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King St
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