Cruz Marcano ~ The Boxer that they called 'El Loco"

[Bill Paxtom]

February 26, 1970

Fight Promoter - Ramiro Machado

Discussing his fighter {Cruz 'El Loco' Marcano} and his recent loss to Guillermo 'Memo' Morales.

"It was just one of those nights. Cruz was fighting well for {2 1/2 Rounds}, and then he just
lost his strength for no reason.

He really labored in Rounds 4, 5 and 6. I believe he may have had 'the bug' while getting
prepared for this bout.

He was 'listless' for the whole 2nd-half of the bout, except for Round 7.

We have no other choice, but for Cruz to rest up for 6-Weeks, then we'll try to bring 'Memo' Morales
back in for a rematch.

I've already talked to his Manager - Edwin Inca Valero. Of course we will up the Mexican's
fight purse to { $3500 } this time, because a rematch will draw more interest.