Kings of Queensberry Realm in 1922 Amid Boxing Shifts
A 1922 boxing outlook weighs Dempsey Leonard and a crowded field. The piece foresees title changes across divisions, notes age and challengers, and apps for possible successors like Kilbane Britton Wilson and Gibbons, while predicting Dempsey may not defend the crown soon. It highlights Leonard Tendler and White as potential threats and discusses the overall stability of current champions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Matis
Jack Dempsey
Renny Leonard
Sal
Johnny But
Holden
Butt
Poe
Pete Herman
Peis
Gui
Pete
Rickard's Big Gamble on Dempsey Carpentier Fight
A sprawling profile argues promoter Tex Rickard stood to lose heavily on the Dempsey Carpentier bout. It details estimated costs, bribes, and political meddling in New Jersey arenas, claiming net profit was slim or negative after taxes and incidentals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
Hss
Loys
Tex Rickard
Phrse
Hull
U.S. Treasury
Warriors
Rickard
Johnny Wilson
Bryan Downey
Jersey City
Rickat
Wilson
Downey
Tein Rater Marcum
Nieman
Mondler Vlcan Uy
Dempsey-Garpentier
Athletic Commission of
New York State
Commonwealth
New York
Sda
Richard
New Jersey
Wabt
Gar Bay
Edward J. Edwards
Nesp Jersey
Sery
Wuld
Dempsey
Its
Mike Gibbons Comeback and European Invasion Plan
Mike Gibbons, hailed as a top middleweight, resumed his boxing comeback after six months, winning all 20 recent bouts. The veteran fighter announced plans to invade Europe to face top welterweights including Ted Lewin and Tony Wilson, wagering large sums on beating them.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gibbons
Han
Europe
Ghobans
Arlen
Jim Corbett
Monty
Fife
Ted
Heid
Wilson
Knockout Artist Bob Martin Stuns Boxing World
The text describes Bob Martin as a knockout specialist dubbed champion of four million fighting men. It recalls his rise from Europe, his amateur and professional bouts, and claims of defeating notable rivals including Joe Cos and Frank Moran, highlighting his extensive knockout record and fame in boxing circles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bob Martin
Gran
Nits
Barvlee
Europe
Martin
Auccéas Ha
Yar
Joe Cos
Willard
Prank Moran
Sae Moran
Jon Becket
England
Eooly
Rise of Tom Gibbons Boxer Not Priest Tale
Tom Gibbons emerged from St Paul as a fierce fighter under Father John Dumphy and Mike Gibbons mentorship. The piece traces his boxing rise from schoolyard clashes to pro debut against Cyril Kelly, highlighting his training, family influence, and the push toward a Dempsey title shot with quotes about his punching power and readiness for top opponents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tom Gibbons
Jack Daey
Fefa
Tom
St. Thom: College
St. Paul
Minnesota
John Dumphy
Father John
Gibbens
Jonn
Fough
John Wax
Jl Corbett
Mike
John
Hank
Rownd
Mike’ Gibbons
Cyrlane Kelly
Daliare
Gibbons
Oma
Aller Napers
Bulle
Iiekeia
Tam
Lesan Pi
Dempsey
Pula Power
Seark
US Golf Year In America Detours For Top Players
The article surveys a turbulent year in American golf with many champions unable to repeat. It notes Charles Evgan and Willie Hunter triumphs in Britain, while American contenders such as Leitch and Duncan face defeats. The text highlights Leitch's standout performance in women’s golf and Duncan’s comeback attempts, and compares US amateurs to professional rounds across courses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
Charles Evgan
Ted Ray "Pea" Cham- Thai
Mus Alewin Stirling
Cye Tolley
Great Britain
Willie Hunter
England
George Duncan
Hollywoud
Mona
Hallowood
Cecil
Ius
Syest
United
Abe Mitshell
Dusan
Mitchell
Hele Acord
Harry "Varden
Ray
Che
Love
Tod
Soncernine
Bartla
Boltons
Duncan
Hile Mitchall
The Legs as the Key to Great Athletes
Historic sports note argues that strong legs determine success across eras and fighters. It cites Jack Dempsey Willie Willard and Joe Louis as leg powered champions, stressing leg strength and endurance shape performance and career outcomes.
Johnny Wilson the Unpopular Southpaw Champion of 138 Pounds
Johnny Wilson, a left-handed middleweight, is described as the most unpopular titleholder of the era. The piece recalls his controversial reign including victories over Mike O'Dowd, disputes over refereeing, retirement rumors, and bouts against Downey and Gardner, with dramatic knockdowns noted and a page 5 continuation hinted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Johnny Wilson
Wilson
Bbe
Wilton
New York
Thinriendship
O'Dowd
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Dempsey-Carpentier
Frank G. Menke
Kings OF
Queensberry
Leonard
Bult
Bantam d
Jim
Widget Smith
Montreal
Krolp
Fedm Bias
Johnny Kitban
Kilbane
Yennyson
Brook
Blyise
Nome
Jack Nilson
Meuven
Brillon
Britton
Pulund Whampion
Mike Gibbons
Ane
Cueuns
Buff
Kilbene
Fong
Saint Rough
Lough Youngster
Advain
Liew Tendler
Philadelphia
Buffdo
Trelaing
Tendieg
Rocky Kens
Buffalo Wallan
Toking Dandeslus
Miealmmons
Sammy Mandel
Tomi Lubbons
Chenice
Mortin
Gunboat Binith
Fred Pultow
Joss Willard
Bob Roper
Boly Martin
Dampsey
Marty Wills
Billy Mike
Dompeey
Bill Tirennuo
Gibbone
Dempray
Simin
Beynpasy
Immay Bronson
Dampeey
Fay Ketucr
Rélesee
US Golf
Lajoie
Hans Wagner
Gan Adrian
Willie Keener
Briljan
Patt
Paul Knd
Sujie
Grese
Anda
Arrose
Moss
So—becaus
Jin Jeffries
Bais
Lezn
Jack Johnson
Jesus
Willsid
Star Sthlers
Jim Co
Wovhee
Ule Tisgaide
O'Down
Othigls
Bouy
Laon
Boyan, Downey
Cleveland
Wilkin
Tme
Wilton Downey
He Tolaree
Witton
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