The Rise of Promoter Charles Rickard in Boxing History
Damon Runyon recounts promoter George Rickard known as Tex and his immense risk taking in boxing ventures. He details Rickard's audacious bets on fights with Georges Carpentier and Jack Dempsey, the creation of hype and color in boxing, and how Rickard backed later heavyweight showdowns, including the famous DempseyCarpentier bout, shaping modern prize fighting.
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Luis Sel Firpo
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Read Life Of Rickard In The Light
The Light plans a two week serial in San Antonio detailing the life of Rickard, famed for adventure and color in sports circles. Universal Service previews an entertaining graphic narrative debuting Tuesday in The Light.
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Roy Wanes
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Richard M. and Promoter Rickard in Boxing's Turbulent Era
In a sprawling reminiscence, Richard chronicles promoter Jim Crow era figure Bob Rickard and the heavyweight scene. He praises Rickard for paying fighters reliably, shaping the sport from backrooms to a public office, and notes his mellowing with age. The piece recalls Tunney, Dempsey, and Tunney fights, Kearns conflicts, and Rickard’s ultimate impact on boxing’s business and personalities.
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Californio
California
Johnson
Hensen
Harry Wills
New Orleans
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Gene Tunner
Tom Hervey
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Conney
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Sani Sizhier
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Mona
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Richard Way
Dream pays off Tex Rickard’s vision at Madison Square Garden
A fragmented note credits Tex Rickard for his management vision across ice hockey at Madison Square Garden and boxing, citing his influence and success. The readable fragment mentions him dressed as a goalie for his Americans and paying heavy dividends.
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Madison Square Garden
Tex Rickard's Storied Klondike Shipboard Nickname
Fort Worth says a seafaring nickname given to Rickard during a Seattle to Alaska voyage in the Klondike gold rush became the world’s well known moniker. Reported by a 1695 steamship crew member, the tale recalls how he earned the tag Tex.
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Dodoes and Golf Tale From Tex Narrative
A garbled OCR fragment recalls a Texan golf tale involving a man named Jon and a fire chief, with references to Ben dor Walter Woodward, Beccaweed, and Vy Rewlins Gilliland. It hints at tournament action, a ninth tee drive, and a long, unclear plot about gambling and ambition in a crowded New York setting.
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Chicago pays Tex tribute in boxing promotion fallout
Chicago notes a tribute to Tex while the boxing world debates promotion after the failed Winnie-Leapesy bout of 1027. Mayor Waive Taube Shempson comments on the cautionary tale as promoters confront losses and public reception amid a chaotic boxing era.
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Chirsys
Waive Taube Shempson
West Texas Baseball Loop Adds Two Cities
Fragmented notice reports additions to a regional West Texas baseball loop with two new host cities. Obscure names and garbled phrasing reference officials and a meeting to elect leadership and set circulation for the circuit.
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Aweedwatih
Dex
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Eaeland
Weelde
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Rickard Death Shocks Boxing World
Davis J Walsh reports the sudden death of boxing promoter Thomas H. Rickard, noting his global influence, monopoly control, and the upheaval his loss may cause in the sport. The piece reflects on his power, wealth, and the uncertain future of boxing without his leadership.
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Sperte Baker
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Tickiss
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Uhi¢ Tan
Indoor Track Season Promises Big Meets With Finis Wide and Nurmi
Officials grant sanction to the Wiz track event as Dacre Numi, the Finn, and Edvin Wide, the Swede, await registration cards. The two visitors are poised for competition, and promoters anticipate strong advance profits from indoor season events.
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Iherebs
Vom
Tre Seasode
Big Six Nears Basketball Grind Amid Tight Scramble
Kansas Gilly reports Kansas and opponents in key Big Six tests this week with implied standings and upcoming games featuring Kansas Aggies, Oklahoma, Washington, and Nebraska as Lawrence and college venues host multiple conference matchups.
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The Question of Baseball and Public Trust
A speaker argues that baseball suffers from crookedness rumors while politics dominate headlines. He notes Americans distrust political leadership yet accept scandal in public life, urging baseball to preserve trust and transparency to regain national confidence.
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Waslington
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Hirawa
Disclosures to Come in Suspected Baseball Bribery Case
Fragmentary OCR traces discuss alleged bribery links in baseball circles aiming to restore public confidence. The text references Boston tea era, England vs Australia, and a call for a new coach amid a tense sporting backdrop, with looming closures and unsettled leadership.
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Seria
Andy
Sune Plcion
New York News Briefs Mix Incoherent Race Update
Jan 7 New York report blends shuffled names and stray sports mentions including Timny Melavnin and Jimmy Glick with references to Madison Square and Pacific coast pace. Messy OCR yields fragmented hints of events, figures, and locations without a clear single story or outcome.
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Suzanne Can Return Amateur Ranks
Jan 7 report states Suzanne Tengen wale Us is restored to amateur status with the Tennis Federation adopting a resolution declaring any Lennie player disqualified for profession ation. The ruling follows a dispute over eligibility and potential reinstatement for nonprofessional status after investigations led by federation officials.
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Penn Looks Strong In Troucing Yale
New York dispatch reports Penn dominating Yale in a 1929 intercollegiate basketball season preview. The piece projects Penn as a strong title contender, with other league teams like Wartmouth, Princee, and Columbian Lane named as challengers while defining the overall field and tentative rankings for the upcoming Cannonism championship era.
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Champion Meyers Defends His Title in Wisconsin Match
Champ Meyers, defending his title, faces challenger in a Wisconsin bout described with historical local terms. The article notes the champion’s aim to retain the crown amid organized competition and community attention, highlighting regional names and venues from the era.
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Kansas Aggies Win at Bloomington After Narrow Late Push
Kansas Aggies defeated Indiana in Bloomington with a late surge, overcoming a tight 16 to 15 score at halftime. The game featured strong early defense and balanced scoring from Kansas as they maintained pressure in the second half to secure the win on the road.
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Yankees Rework Infield For Spring Training
New York Yankees plan changes at infield as Joe Dugan misses return to lineup. Digon will not attend spring call, with Gene Robertson, Mark Koenig, and John Verna options ready to fill third base and shortstop roles as they prepare for the season.
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Mite Ranger
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Ais Krow
Hoggina
St. Polerslurg
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It‘ie
Gene Hobeetson
Mark Koenig
John Vera
Te Durocher
Five Historic Fights Net Richard Nine Million Verdict
Summary reflects old boxing betting totals and earnings for major matches in Florida, noting Dempsey Firpo and Tunney bouts with prize figures. The article lists revenue figures attributed to classic fights, including Carpentier and other matchups, citing immense sums and historical context around Richard as a promoter.
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Richards
Company-Carpentier
Dempsey-Firpo
Bompsey-Tunney
Dempsey-Shortey
Baseball Pipeline Names Likely for Oklahoma City Club
Article lists players like Lou Gehrig and Benny Bengough, with mentions of Tab Ruth, Earl Combs, Cedric Worst, Arndt Jurgenk and other veterans. It notes no outs unless new recruit proves himself, and outlines infield and roster considerations for a upcoming major league season.
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Crom Oaklani
Managee Huggins
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Tab Ruth
Earla Comba
Ben Porchat
Cedric Worst
Ugain
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John Grabowsttl
Will Dickey
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