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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jul 04, 1919
Page
13
Toledo crowds flock for what figures to be the greatest glove contest in history between Willard and Dempsey. Tickets in the thousands, hotels full, betting active, and expectations of a historic sports event with a huge live audience.
A Toledo page reports on the anticipated heavyweight title fight between Jack Dempsey and Dempsy, detailing judge selection, referee rules, potential outcomes, and the role of Maj. Biddle and Maj. Riddle. The piece notes rival opinions of Tex Rickard and Mat Riddles, with possible draws if no knockout occurs.
A concise call to action urges timely cooperation to boost vacant-lot development and real estate activity in Washington. The message emphasizes acting now to improve living conditions and position the city for a better future.
Toledo reports race for heavyweight title nears peak as Jess Willard and Jack Dempsey arrive for the 12 round bout at Bayview Park arena. Both fighters declare peak condition with Willard promising a defense and Dempsey asserting fierce confidence and plans to win for his mother. The public heats up amid skeptical talk on Willard’s age and form as betting odds narrow.
Vedledo Ohio July 3 weather predicted hot and clear for the Willard Dempsey heavyweight title bout. Dempsey says he will tire Willard with constant movement and pecking attacks and predicts a knockout if plans stay on target. He feels stronger, in top condition, and ready for the challenge.
At Aqueduct Mohican ridden by Powers led from the turn and won by three lengths over Bronze Magic with a fast track and multiple races listed on the card. The event featured horses like Mademoiselle Maxime and De Dean among others, with several incidents including a fall and an ambulance on course.
Toledo July 3 World heavyweight title bout set at Bayview Park on the Maumee River between champion Jess Willard and challenger Jack Dempsey. Promoter Tex Rickard backs a 30,000 seat arena with $100,090 guaranteed to Willard and $27,500 to Dempsey, profits to charity and taxes. Officials include Ollie Pecord as scorer with Tex Rickard and Mat Anthony Drexeiddle assisting. Weigh-ins place Willard around 245 pounds and Dempsey near 200.
Fragmentary OCR of a horse racing card lists names like Siku Plassey Fire Pig and Grew Ludge David among others. It notes races such as One mile and mentions riders and times in a garbled format, indicating a historical program snippet with multiple entries and numbers.
Camp Sherman Ohio July 3 John Barry a Toledo patient in the camp hospital had himself shipped in a wheeled chair as a "package" to see his home town. Suffering from tuberculosis in one hip he was denied permission by surgeons to go home. He ordered an express wagon and was placed aboard an express car last night bound for Toledo. Return from the Willard Dempsey fight is expected to be announced from the Locium Theater stage. The wrestling card between Ine Turner and the Navy champion is slated for seven o clock Washington time with returns announced after the main bout in Toledo.
Damon Ruxyon surveys heated betting and hype around a boxing showdown styled after David and Goliath. Fans pack venues, Willard faces scrutiny over training and form while Dempsey era comparisons surface and ticket prices soar toward a near million-dollar gate.
July 3 Toledo report notes a surge of ticket speculators in public areas and Pullman cars as fans seek seats for a major fight tomorrow. Prices remain volatile with hopefuls hoping for a boom, though many sellers face limited demand due to cautious buyers and legal price constraints.
The article claims mathematician Tony Wekia of Dearborn Michigan analyzed Jack Dempsey and Jess Willard records and predicts a knockout win for Dempsey. Calculations rate Dempsey marginally stronger, with the forecast based on combat ratings and weight and preparedness factors.
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