Frank Farmer vs. Al Sommers (1st meeting)

Frank Farmer drew with Al Sommers by PTS in round 6 of 6

• Date: 1916-01-18
• Location: Rose City A.C., Portland, Oregon, USA

Frank Farmer had no seconds when he fought Al Sommers. Between rounds, he sat back and chatted with his manager Sam Howard. Tacoma Times [1]

It was soon discovered that the two pugilists and their managers had previously agreed to box a draw, and had actually rehearsed the bout. "In order to guarantee against double-crossing the managers drafted an agreement and posted $50 apiece." Everett Daily Herald

Fred T. Merill, manager of the Rose City Club, declared that everyone concerned was forever barred from the venue.