Battling Nelson Wins Narrow Decision Over Redmond
In New Orleans on January 1, Battling Nelson, once believed invincible, outlasted Jack Redmond of St. Paul across twenty rounds. After a rough ninth, Nelson rallied with strong middle punches and dominated the later minutes while Redmond tired.
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Brown Clashes With Sailor Petroskey In Middleweight Bout
The 1912 middleweight fight features Knockout Brown of Chicago versus Petroskey of the United States Navy. They box 10 rounds today with a likely money prize and a probable title shot against Frank Klaus of Pittsburgh. Brown is a heavy favorite after Ketchel’s death, while Petroskey's backers push for an upset.
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Johnson Rejects 20 Round Fight Offer From Curley
Chicago dispatch reports lightweight champion Jack Johnson refused Jack Curley and pals promise of 20000 for a 20 round bout with Jim Flynn. Flynn informed Salt Lake backers Johnson won t accept less than 20000 to end the fight. The offer aims to headline Johnson in a nationwide and European tour.
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United Press
Chicago
Jack Johnson
Jack Curley
Jim Flynn
United States
Europe
Brooks Defeats Wright in Davis Cup Singles Ride
In Christchurch Australia’s Norman Brooks defeated Healh C. Wright of Boston 6 4 6 3 7 5 while Heath defeated Wm A Larned 2 4 6 7 6 2 2. Heath and Wright are Australian and American players pairing in the Davis international tennis trophy matches.
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