Firpo's Rise as a World Fighter in Carved Promises
New York reports on Jimmy De Forest praising Luis Firpo while predicting a dramatic evolution before May 12. De Forest notes Firpo’s crude style, powerful physique, and a developing left hand, aiming to transform him into a true challenger to Jack Dempsey and other top heavies as May approaches.
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Brennan
Renton
Jimmy
New York
Jimmy de Peres
Lola Firon
Jack McAuliffe
Sporting World
Ove
Firpo
Brennan Yen
de Forest
Firpa
Piro
Pirpo
Jack Dampeey
Jeff
Wis
Million Miler
Late American Sport Items and Horse Racing Notes
A crowded summary of early 20th century American sport items mentions the Mauretania sailing with an American team led by Captain Robert Gardner, and several jockeys and horses including Chick Kevan, Grace Exterminator, and Dynamite. A large fire at Brood Farm Stables near Trenton destroys buildings and threatens horses but none are killed, with losses totaling around 25 brood mares and other assets. Joe Lynch reportedly bankrolled large winnings in recent weeks, and Wonder Stakes winner Grace Exterminator is noted for its speed and potential world-record implications. The piece also references Shelbyville offers and general horse racing chatter with various names and figures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
America
Lasewell
Great Britain
Amasteus Alah Wi
Charles
Chick) Kevan
Ob Eijeago
Mauretania
Ie Ywray
Ity Ple
Robert Gardner
Leur Sweelser
Dave My Brands Guimet
Max Moreton
Harries, Johnson
Dy.o. D. Willing
George Rotan
Frederich Wright
Broad Farm
Trenton
Wisbla
Fesir
Dempsey and Rivals of Ring’s Peak Fight Path
In a chaotic early report details emerge on Willard Firpo and Dempsey title contention. Promoters eye New York and Jersey City venues with July and September dates floated, while forecasts hint at multiple eliminations and a possible late summer bout to crown the champion.
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Tomasco
Tomaso
Jersey City
Jessica Willard
Floyd
Johnson
Jack
New York
Las
Angelie Birpo
South
Jack McAnttie
Hare
Ellie
Willard and Firpo Matched for New York Fight
Tex Rickard matched veteran Willard to Angel Luis Firpo in New York for a scheduled 18 round bout. The contest is set for mid June with ringside patrons and boxing enthusiasts awaiting details. Promoter Frank G. Menke reports the arrangement from New York on May 16.
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New York
Tex Rickard
Jane Willard
Angel Luis Firpo
Agut
Sialon
Boxing rounds and disqualifications noted in British events
Fragmented report describes heavyweight matchups and disqualifications in a British European boxing scene. Names such as Mason and Hall appear amid chaotic phrasing and garbled terms, with reference to a challenger and weight classifications.
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Harry Mason
Seaman
Hall
Threugn Hall
Bittinglow
Buue Porcner
Langford vs Laneford Historic Battle Recalled
Fragmented account recalls Sam Langford and an opponent nicknamed Laneford in a legendary bout. The text sketches fierce exchanges through the fight with references to ring strategy, parity, and a dramatic late-round surge.
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GMIW
Sam Laneford
Burt Aneioce
Petngford
Ganeaut
Esr
Ian
Langford
Baal
Wma
Isa
Willard and Joneson Face Earnings Amid Turbulent Affairs
Reports recount Willard and Joneson set for about 000 dollars each for their effort while a Cuban confrontation scene and May 6 event loom as distractions. The piece mixes boxing talk with political tension, noting a pre-finish press pull and a volatile public mood as spectators await the next steps.
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Sertaniul
Willard
Joneson
Firpe
Wee
George Eagel Returns to Fight Again After Quiet
The report chronicles George Eagel’s surprising public return and hints he may resume boxing duties. It notes observers’ mixed impressions of his form and confidence, with references to prior bouts and ongoing speculation about future matchups in New Zealand and beyond.
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Frank G. Menke
Indasia
Uae
Fiepo
Andra
Confranca
Dempsey Nittefl
Soley
Theme
Bernons
Bunk
Kearns
Shelbyville
Lynch
Joe Lynch
Te Hi
Baball
Cricqui
Seay. Fou
Wwerer
Avatrana
Machaught Shoe Stores
Illard Hai
Dempsey
RING
Willard and
Floyd Ry Marre
Maruil
Madden
Bane
Gethem
Mas
Challe
Mexico
Sam Langford
Sma
Lang
Bam
Tun Gomahane
Ile
Langiord
Chet Longford
Seoul
Tle Upeninis
Marveliou
Milk Fund Battles
Della
Yonk
Apett
Jess Willard
Flor’ Johnson
Laie Firpo
Jack McAuliffa
Baer Enon
Seca
Shicdfale Neavien
United States
Excelsior Springs
Huttie
Wilord
Iatena
Feanlon
Zane
Rng Courans
Feighe
Han
AL Arthur
Hosta
Nowyack Waa
Gig Teluge
Hat Beta
Wien
Inerin
Ana Sisire
Snere
George Eagel
George Sagal
Addon
Sylvey Leathev
Zealand
W. Gray
Lithgow
Shapyourh
Usapgesin
Rotons
Myigg
Meron
Mr. Jewieigs
Jim Bavir
Jim Davia
Booley
Thule
Aris
Baleatt
Havana
Ambulance Art Union
Tichey
Havelock
Erobacco
Tina
Foster
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