1939: Armstrongs Oct Run

[Bill Paxtom]

Henry Armstrong

Was supposed to head to New York, to take on World Lightweight Champion
Lou Ambers at Madison Square Garden on December 1, 1939.

What Happened ?

He fought and beat him?

Actually No.

3-Days before the bout, Henry 'claimed' that he had a bad cold and pulled out of
of the bout.

Others stated that his manager -Ed Meade was worried about Henry losing to Lou Ambers again in New York.

Surprise, Surprise.

A few days later, Ed Meade signed up Henry to defend his Welterweight Championship
in Cleveland, Ohio - and set for December 12th against 'old foe' Jimmy Garrison a second time within 2-Months.