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January 10, 1942

THE NEW YORK TIMES, January 10, 1942

* Joe Louis (The Brown Bomber)
* Buddy Baer
* Heavyweight boxing title fight


Page 19 has a banner headline: "Louis Scores First-Round Knockout Over Buddy Baer in Charity Encounter" with many subheads that include: "20,000 See Bomber Gain Quick Victory" and more (see photos). Also three related photos as well. This was Joe Louis' 20th defense for the World's heavyweight title. 

Other news,sports and advertisements of the day throughout. Complete in 32 pages, very minor spine wear, otherwise very nice condition.

Category: The 20th Century