1935 Jewish boxer Barney Ross...
Item # 728246
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CHICAGO DAILY TRIBUNE, May 29, 1935
* Jewish boxer Barney Ross wins boxing title
* World Welterweight Championship fight
* vs. Jimmy McLarnin at Madison Square Garden
The front page of the sport' section has a nice banner headline: "ROSS WHIPS M'LARNIN; REGAINS WELTER TITLE" with subheads and related photo. (see images) Nice to have in this Chicago publication, the city where he lived and trained.
Complete with all 34 pages, rag edition in very nice condition. a few small binding holes along the spine.
Background: The significance of Barney Ross’s victory over Battling Battalino on October 21, 1932, lies in its role as the definitive catalyst that transformed Ross from a local Chicago prospect into a legitimate, world-class title contender. By dismantling a rugged former champion like Battalino in a flawless, 10-round unanimous decision, Ross proved he could not only handle elite, veteran pressure but actively outclass it with his superior speed and technical boxing skill. This marquee win established the momentum Ross needed to bridge the gap between regional success and international stardom; it directly set up his high-profile triumph over top contender Billy Petrolle a few months later, which ultimately paved the way for his historic 1933 championship clash against Tony Canzoneri. Ultimately, the bout served as a critical stepping stone that launched Ross toward becoming boxing's first simultaneous multi-division world champion, cementing his legacy as an iconic sports hero of the 1930s.
* Jewish boxer Barney Ross wins boxing title
* World Welterweight Championship fight
* vs. Jimmy McLarnin at Madison Square Garden
The front page of the sport' section has a nice banner headline: "ROSS WHIPS M'LARNIN; REGAINS WELTER TITLE" with subheads and related photo. (see images) Nice to have in this Chicago publication, the city where he lived and trained.
Complete with all 34 pages, rag edition in very nice condition. a few small binding holes along the spine.
Background: The significance of Barney Ross’s victory over Battling Battalino on October 21, 1932, lies in its role as the definitive catalyst that transformed Ross from a local Chicago prospect into a legitimate, world-class title contender. By dismantling a rugged former champion like Battalino in a flawless, 10-round unanimous decision, Ross proved he could not only handle elite, veteran pressure but actively outclass it with his superior speed and technical boxing skill. This marquee win established the momentum Ross needed to bridge the gap between regional success and international stardom; it directly set up his high-profile triumph over top contender Billy Petrolle a few months later, which ultimately paved the way for his historic 1933 championship clash against Tony Canzoneri. Ultimately, the bout served as a critical stepping stone that launched Ross toward becoming boxing's first simultaneous multi-division world champion, cementing his legacy as an iconic sports hero of the 1930s.
Category: The 20th Century
Price
$68
100% Authentic: Original printing, never a reproduction.