Charlie, I believe one of the best things about this Forum is the info we get from across the country and around the world.
We West Coast guys fought elsewhere, and the East Coast guys fought here. This thread is allabout the WORLD of boxing. If it wasn't, we wouldn't still be around. Your stories are priceless.
A rather poigant photograph. Billy Jr. never went beyond the ranks of a prelim fighter, and Billy murdered his wife and turned the gun on himself in 1936. Very sad.
Is Tom 136 years old?
That's not possible, Bennie. I saw Tom in L.A. recently and he doesn't look a day over 100.
raylawpc wrote:
A rather poigant photograph. Billy Jr. never went beyond the ranks of a prelim fighter, and Billy murdered his wife and turned the gun on himself in 1936. Very sad.
Is Tom 136 years old?
That's not possible, Bennie. I saw Tom in L.A. recently and he doesn't look a day over 100.
We had our dog Baby euthanize today, it hurt to do it, but it was the right thing to do, as she was suffering too
much, she was in so much pain last night that she cried all night.
We had our dog Baby euthanize today, it hurt to do it, but it was the right thing to do, as she was suffering too
much, she was in so much pain last night that she cried all night.
I'm sorry, Frank. I know the pain of putting down a family pet.
We had our dog Baby euthanize today, it hurt to do it, but it was the right thing to do, as she was suffering too
much, she was in so much pain last night that she cried all night.
Rick, Paul, Charlie, thank you for your kind words. We had Baby for 17 wonderful years, she was a good companion; who used to love to play ball with me when she was younger. We all here are going to miss her very much....
We had our dog Baby euthanize today, it hurt to do it, but it was the right thing to do, as she was suffering too
much, she was in so much pain last night that she cried all night.
I'm so sad to read this, Frankie, about man's best friend.
Frank, those dogs become a big part of our lives. I think it is because they accept us just the way we are, and have no hidden agendas like humans. Let me join all of the previous posters in expressing my sympathy for your loss.
I've been in Monett since Thursday of last week working on some writing projects. The Boss is coming down today with our dogs - Freddie the pug and Tiger the chihuahua. I think I've missed those dogs almost as much as I've missed Linda.
We had our dog Baby euthanize today, it hurt to do it, but it was the right thing to do, as she was suffering too
much, she was in so much pain last night that she cried all night.
Frank, I feel your pain my friend. I know how much you love all your dogs. Jeri and I send our condolences to you and Connie. Some people may not realize just how much a part of the family a dog becomes. The years go by too quickly. I hope you guys feel better soon.
We had our dog Baby euthanize today, it hurt to do it, but it was the right thing to do, as she was suffering too
much, she was in so much pain last night that she cried all night.
Frank, I feel your pain my friend. I know how much you love all your dogs. Jeri and I send our condolences to you and Connie. Some people may not realize just how much a part of the family a dog becomes. The years go by too quickly. I hope you guys feel better soon.
R.I.P. Sandy
Randy, Jeri, thank you guys. Baby was a big part of our family for 17 years, and in those 17 years she gave me many moments of enjoyment, especially when we would play ball in the front yard, I'll forget how she loved to run after the ball.
We had our dog Baby euthanize today, it hurt to do it, but it was the right thing to do, as she was suffering too
much, she was in so much pain last night that she cried all night.
Frank, I feel your pain my friend. I know how much you love all your dogs. Jeri and I send our condolences to you and Connie. Some people may not realize just how much a part of the family a dog becomes. The years go by too quickly. I hope you guys feel better soon.
R.I.P. Sandy
Randy, Jeri, thank you guys. Baby was a big part of our family for 17 years, and in those 17 years she gave me many moments of enjoyment, especially when we would play ball in the front yard, I'll forget how she loved to run after the ball.
Frank, I remember when we took Lucky to the vet for the last time. She was laying on the table and Jeri and I were talking to her (and crying). She knew she was leaving us. Tears started streaming from her eyes. I believe she was worried about us, about what we would do without her. She knew she was loved. Both Lucky and Sandy had families that loved them and they returned that love. We were blessed.
CNorkusJr wrote:Thanks Rick- That era was filled with those characters and I am thrilled my father told me the stories that go with it.
I know this is West Coast Boxing forum- but I must insist on this book recommendation. I know the readers of this forum loves Boxing as much as I do and if you want to get a great read on boxing history and the places in the New York area and its sporting life from the early 1900 to 1960, Try to purchase "East Side West Side, Tales of New York Sporting Life 1910-1960"
by Lawrence S. Ritter 1998 Hardcover 8 x 11 Published by Total Sports Pub., 445 Park Ave, 19th floor NY,NY 10022
It covers the history of all of New York's Boxing gyms, Boxer's restaurants & Bars they owned, Baseball fields etc etc Lots of great pictures. 210 pages filled with history I know you guys will love. Though listed for $35.00 US
I found mine on the sale shelf of Barnes & Noble for $15.00. Worth the $35.00 if you have to pay it though. Great stories & history of the great eras.
Chuck, this forum is for anyone that loves boxing. We all share that bond. I know I speak for everyone here when I say we get just as excited about the old days of east coast boxing as we do about the west coast. Same with the midwest.
I (as do many others) sure do appreciate dropping in here and catching up.
As this thread nears a quarter of a million views, I'd like to share with some of the regular contributors here that from time to time I get PM's from people who will likely never actually chime in here, but nevertheless drop back in routinely to read the newest contributions. I have been told from many forum visitors that they are in awe of the fact that they can take in these personal accounts of sports history that so many of this threads main contributors have been so closely associated with. (Not to mention some good leads on great music, old school dog stories, and some great food suggestions) lol. Some readers simply don't feel bold enough to express their thanks directly. So just know that though you may feel you are simply sharing a conversation, quite a few folks feel they are privy to one of the best Pugilism Documentaries ever written or produced.
Being from Phoenix Az I know I felt privileged to be able to learn so much more about the behind the scenes stories regarding so many southwestern U.S. fighters, and their associates/families etc. As this thread has grown, it has taken on an international personality as folks from all over the planet have dropped in to share some jaw dropping (ok...and some times jaw breaking) history here as well.
I would like to deliver a heartfelt thanks to you for feeling comfortable enough to make this place a spot to share these stories, have a few laughs, and continue to illuminate.
Many of the folks feel that this thread has become a remarkable history filled treasure trove, as well as a gift.
Randyman wrote:
Frank, I feel your pain my friend. I know how much you love all your dogs. Jeri and I send our condolences to you and Connie. Some people may not realize just how much a part of the family a dog becomes. The years go by too quickly. I hope you guys feel better soon.
R.I.P. Sandy
Randy, Jeri, thank you guys. Baby was a big part of our family for 17 years, and in those 17 years she gave me many moments of enjoyment, especially when we would play ball in the front yard, I'll forget how she loved to run after the ball.
Frank, I remember when we took Lucky to the vet for the last time. She was laying on the table and Jeri and I were talking to her (and crying). She knew she was leaving us. Tears started streaming from her eyes. I believe she was worried about us, about what we would do without her. She knew she was loved. Both Lucky and Sandy had families that loved them and they returned that love. We were blessed.
Randy
Randy, now I have tears in my eyes after reading your comments on both our best friends, Lucky and Sandy, may they both rest in peace.
You know, I've been thinking about the big engineering dept in the sky when it comes to our mutts. Seems they really get it wrong up there. (I say in the most humble of ways, as not to bring undue questions when I arrive at the pearlys.....though I imagine I will be asked to join a more southwestern U.S. climate as my final reward) If science ever does any good at all with all with the gene splicing and such, I would like to see dogs that live to be 200 years old. In my life I've had five wonderful dogs come and go and each time I swore I would never replace them because I can't take the pain of their departure.
If I could find that puppy that will last 200 years....I could leave that entire messy process to another generation........much like the national debt. Imagine being left your great grandfathers dog as part of the estate? I'm thinkin' I'm on to somethin' here. Though I understand that dogs much like humans, have a very difficult time when there masters pass in such rare cases. But it's all about me so I'm not going to think about that aspect. I'm thinkin' my current dog (Braddock) would simply have to buck up if it's me that makes the journey first. I'll be sure to leave him enough to cover his dog chow and chew toys to comfort him in my absence.
BoxBuzz wrote:I (as do many others) sure do appreciate dropping in here and catching up.
As this thread nears a quarter of a million views, I'd like to share with some of the regular contributors here that from time to time I get PM's from people who will likely never actually chime in here, but nevertheless drop back in routinely to read the newest contributions. I have been told from many forum visitors that they are in awe of the fact that they can take in these personal accounts of sports history that so many of this threads main contributors have been so closely associated with. (Not to mention some good leads on great music, old school dog stories, and some great food suggestions) lol. Some readers simply don't feel bold enough to express their thanks directly. So just know that though you may feel you are simply sharing a conversation, quite a few folks feel they are privy to one of the best Pugilism Documentaries ever written or produced.
Being from Phoenix Az I know I felt privileged to be able to learn so much more about the behind the scenes stories regarding so many southwestern U.S. fighters, and their associates/families etc. As this thread has grown, it has taken on an international personality as folks from all over the planet have dropped in to share some jaw dropping (ok...and some times jaw breaking) history here as well.
I would like to deliver a heartfelt thanks to you for feeling comfortable enough to make this place a spot to share these stories, have a few laughs, and continue to illuminate.
Many of the folks feel that this thread has become a remarkable history filled treasure trove, as well as a gift.
Buzz, it would be nice to have other people place their thoughts on the thread.
Great You will enjoy it Rick !
