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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1933
Page
7
A detailed account of the title bout where Carnera dominates Sharkey with a sharp punch sequence. Sharkey shows defiance but fails to withstand Carnera's decisive uppercut and falls, ending the match as the referee stops the count. The piece weighs on Carnera's superiority and Sharkey's fading career.
Rome June 30 Premier Mussolini rose today after Primo Carnera defeated Jack Sharkey to win the world heavyweight title for Italy. The International Boxing Federation declared Carnera Italian despite his bid for French citizenship. Front pages hailed the victory and Mussolini expressed delight.
Two young Mexican caddies, Jessie Perez from San Antonio Country Club and Jesse Lopez, a Brackenridge High senior, battled for the 3-hole route title at Bridge Park. Perez edged Vic Caballero in a tight final, while Lopez stayed steady against Leonard Acocks as the day featured numerous match results and consolation rounds across multiple flights.
Walton Heath England June 20 Edward Prince of Wales beat Lady Astor in the Parliamentary championship semi final 2 and 1 after a tight match. Both players showed strong strokes on one hole and weak play on the next but the prince prevailed with better form and backing from supporters.
Associated Press reports Vernon Washington, Fort Worth’s power hitter, climbs toward stardom as he edges past rival Purdy in the Texas League. Atz, a country-born skipper, praises Washington’s hitting streak and challenges him to drive in runs with aggressive swings.
Primo Carnera of Italy defeated Jack Sharkey in a dramatic on stage bout on Long Island to claim the world heavyweight title. The new champion celebrated with a childlike joy, declaring he will defend the title against any challenger, possibly at Madison Square Garden.
In Friday afternoon action the Randolph Held Ramblers host the Ninth Infantry Manchus in Army baseball with a potential move toward the league lead. The Manchus have won five straight. The Second Field Artillery Brigade Caisson beat Brooksfield Maroons 7-0, as Zip Myler allowed five hits and collected three at the plate. Staricha and Postel contributed hits for the winners.
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