Does anyone have the results of a scheduled Sept. 9, 1915 bout between Jack Moran and Bud Gorman at Appleton, Wisconsin?
According to a newspaper article I have announcing this bout, it was to be the first ring battle under the new "cruiser weight" class of 175 pounds, as established at a Cleveland meeting of promoters.
"As soon as Moran heard of the new classification he came out with a statement by his manager, Harry James, claiming the world's 'cruiser championship.' The claim was disputed by Gorman, and Promoter Kannia of Appleton put in a bid for the match."
1915 Crusierweight Debut
This just points up the fact that the Lightheavy division barely got a toehold in the 1903-1905 era, and then it dropped from sight.
Around 1914, the idea for the division was resurrected; NY recognized the division, and I believe named Bob Moha champion.
This appears to be another promoter trying to gain additional interest in a local match.
Is that the entire reprort? See,s like it is on a par with the Billy Douglas claim to the supermiddle title.
Around 1914, the idea for the division was resurrected; NY recognized the division, and I believe named Bob Moha champion.
This appears to be another promoter trying to gain additional interest in a local match.
Is that the entire reprort? See,s like it is on a par with the Billy Douglas claim to the supermiddle title.
Entire Report
Here's the full article, EVERETT TRIBUNE, Aug. 29, 1915:
HERE IS INITIAL BOUT OF CRUISER WEIGHT BOXERS
Sub-Headline: Moran and Gorman First to Battle Under the New Classification of Weights
Text:
CHICAGO, Aug. 29 -- The first ring battle for honors under the new "cruiser weight" class of 175 pounds established at the Cleveland meeting of promoters Saturday, will take place between Jack Moran and Bud Gorman at Appleton, Wis., on Sept. 9.
As soon as Moran heard of the new classification he came out with a statement through his manager, Harry James, claiming the world's "cruiser championship." The claim was disputed by Gorman, and Promoter Kannia of Appleton put in a bid for the match. Kannia was in Chicago yesterday and closed it up, the fighters agreeing to make 175 at 3 p. m.
The all-star card for Labor day, to be run off near Chicago Heights, was completed yesterday when all the managers concerned attached their signatures to articles. The windup will be between Jimmy Murphy and Joe Sherman. Freddie Hedlin and Terry Durkin will provide the semi-windup, while the curtain raiser will present Johnny Ritchie and Armstrong.
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HERE IS INITIAL BOUT OF CRUISER WEIGHT BOXERS
Sub-Headline: Moran and Gorman First to Battle Under the New Classification of Weights
Text:
CHICAGO, Aug. 29 -- The first ring battle for honors under the new "cruiser weight" class of 175 pounds established at the Cleveland meeting of promoters Saturday, will take place between Jack Moran and Bud Gorman at Appleton, Wis., on Sept. 9.
As soon as Moran heard of the new classification he came out with a statement through his manager, Harry James, claiming the world's "cruiser championship." The claim was disputed by Gorman, and Promoter Kannia of Appleton put in a bid for the match. Kannia was in Chicago yesterday and closed it up, the fighters agreeing to make 175 at 3 p. m.
The all-star card for Labor day, to be run off near Chicago Heights, was completed yesterday when all the managers concerned attached their signatures to articles. The windup will be between Jimmy Murphy and Joe Sherman. Freddie Hedlin and Terry Durkin will provide the semi-windup, while the curtain raiser will present Johnny Ritchie and Armstrong.
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