Al Citrino vs. Little Dempsey (1st meeting)
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Al Citrino 122 lbs beat Little Dempsey 125 lbs by DQ in round 9 of 10
- Date: 1933-04-12
- Location: Golden Gate Arena, San Francisco, California, USA
- Referee: Willie Ritchie
A low left hand and a right to the jaw while Citrino was on the canvas, led to the disqualification of Little Dempsey. Citrino could n ot continue as a result of the blows, which appeared unintentioal. Citrino had been knocked down for a nine-count in the 2nd round, but had rallied after the knockdown. A packed house attended the show, which marked the promotional return of longtime San Francisco promoter Al Young.
Source: Oakland Tribune, April 13, 1933