Home >
1931 professional wrestling match w/ Jim Londos...
1931 professional wrestling match w/ Jim Londos...
Item # 724421
March 20, 1931
THE DETROIT NEWS, March 20, 1931
* Upcoming Jim Londos vs. Renato Gardini
* Early professional wrestling match
* NWA World Heavyweights
* From the city where it happened
The front page of the sport's section has a two column heading: "Just A Night's Work For Mr. Jas. Londos" with subhead. (see images)
Complete with all 64 pages, rag edition in very nice condition.
background: On March 19, 1931, Jim Londos, the popular and charismatic Greek-American wrestler, faced Italian competitor Renato Gardini in a high-profile match in Detroit. At the time, Londos was one of the top stars of professional wrestling, known for his athleticism and widespread appeal. Gardini, though not as well-known as other wrestling legends, was a highly skilled grappler who earned respect for his technical wrestling ability. The match was part of Londos’ ongoing dominance in the wrestling world, and Detroit, being a major wrestling hub, provided a perfect stage for this contest. Londos was on a streak of high-profile bouts and feuds, and despite Gardini’s toughness and technical prowess, Londos was a massive draw for the crowds. This bout was another example of Londos’ ability to put on captivating performances, cementing his legacy as one of the premier figures in early 20th-century professional wrestling.
Category: The 20th Century













