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Max Schmeling vs. Joe Louis in 1936...
Max Schmeling vs. Joe Louis in 1936...
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June 18, 1936
THE SPRINGFIELD UNION, Massachusetts, June 18, 1936
* Max Schmeling (German boxer)
* Joe Louis (Brown Bomber)
* Heavyweight boxing upset (day of)
* Pre fight reporting
Near the bottom of the front page is a two column heading: "Louis and Schmeling Will Meet in Stadium Tonight" with subhead. (see) The sport's section (page 22) has a ironic two column heading: "Experts Can't See Schmeling Offering Louis Any Opposition" with subhead and photos of each fighter. (see)
Other news, sports and advertisements of the day. Complete in 28 pages, a little margin wear, generally good.
Category: The 20th Century