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January 07, 1929
THE KNICKERBOCKER PRESS, Albany, New York, January 7, 1929 

* Tex Rickard death (1st report) 
* Boxing promoter
 

The front page has a two column headline: "RICKARD, BARNUM OF SPORTS, IS DEAD AFTER GAME FIGHT" with subhead and photo of Rickard (see photos). This is 1st report coverage on the death of famous boxing promoter and Madison Square Garden builder, Tex Rickard.
Other news, sports and advertisements of the day. Complete in 14 pages, a little margin wear, otherwise good.