Author: Sarah Elizabeth Cox

The Catch Wrestling Collier, John Willie Price

Jul 24—2020

Wrestling

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Searching for Clever Dick Leary and George Brown, the New Cross Hercules

Jul 14—2020

1888, 1889, Boxing, Dick Leary, George Brown, Jack Wannop, New Cross Boxing Club, New Cross Hall, Wrestling

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“Here we find the courageous Cumbrian trying conclusions with half a pint of bitter” [Finding Wannop’s Gymnasium – Part II]

Apr 29—2020

Boxing, Jack Wannop, Wannop’s Gymnasium, Wrestling

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“I’m Not So Black As I Am Painted” – The Violent Life of Jack Davenport (Part II)

Mar 23—2020

Boxing, Jack Davenport

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“I’m Not So Black As I Am Painted” – The Violent Life of Jack Davenport (Part I)

Mar 19—2020

1888, 1889, Boxing, Jack Davenport

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“DUCKS HAVE PARROT DISEASE!” A diversion…

Dec 12—2019

Uncategorized

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A Chat With the Champions Part II: JACK WANNOP IN TRAINING

Oct 22—2019

1889, Boxing, George Brown, Jack Wannop, Jem Smith

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A Chat With the Champions Part I: JEM SMITH IN TRAINING

Oct 21—2019

1889, Boxing, Jem Smith

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Jack Wannop wants a go with Jem Smith

Oct 17—2019

1889, Boxing, Jack Wannop, Jem Smith

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“Wannop walked on his head in a most extraordinary manner”

Sep 23—2019

1889, Jack Carkeek, Jack Wannop, New Cross Hall, Wrestling

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