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    Default Re: Fritzie Zivic vs. Henry Armstrong 'II' ~ 'The Rematch'

    A Good Guy > Henry Armstrong

    Henry was to receive a $19,000 Fight Purse for the rematch.

    Henry's manager {Edward Meade} was supposed to get his typical
    1/3 Manager's Fee.

    But Edward Meade suffered a heart attack, and would not be able to
    attend the January 17, 1941 bout @ Madison Square Garden.

    Henry then stated that he would give his Manager 2/3's of the Fight Purse
    {$12,500} and that he would only take 1/3 {$6500}.

    Henry Armstrong >

    "My Manager has taken care of me well, and invested my winning's properly.
    I have over $65,000 in the Bank and 'annuities' that will net me $90,000."

    "After this bout, I will retire and get into the 'Wine and Whiskey' business."

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    Default Re: Fritzie Zivic vs. Henry Armstrong 'II' ~ 'The Rematch'

    For the Rematch

    Ray Arcel was brought in to take over as Henry Armstrong's Chief Trainer.

    At the time, Ray Arcel {Age; 41 1/2} was considered the 'best' young Trainer in
    the business.

    Ray Arcel >

    "Henry can't fight like he used to with his non-stop perpetual-motion attacks for
    the entire 15-Rounds. He has to be smart, and box more against Fritzie Zivic."

    "This Pittsburg Mauler is too big and too strong. He can take a licking and come on
    strong over the second-half of the bout. But if Henry boxes more and uses his
    superior boxing skills, I think we can take a solid 15-Round Decision."
    Last edited by Bill Paxtom; 11-17-2014 at 04:35 PM.

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    Default Re: Fritzie Zivic vs. Henry Armstrong 'II' ~ 'The Rematch'

    Fritzie Zivic

    'No Rest For The Champion'

    Just 6-Weeks after defeating Welterweight Champion - Henry Armstrong on October 4, 1940 >

    November 15, 1940

    Fritzie was back @ Madison Square Garden to take on the 'Brooklyn Bad Boy'
    Al 'Bummy' Davis.

    No easy task here in a 10-Round 'non-title' bout, as 'Bummy' {Age; 20 years, 10 months}
    was a vicious puncher with a record of 40-1-2 {25 KO's}.

    Though still somewhat 'untested', the young Al 'Bummy' Davis could give anybody a
    rough time in the Ring, and was capable of taking anyone out. And many in the Boxing
    Press gave the 'Brooklyn Knockout-Artist' a fair chance in taking out Fritzie Zivic.

    But Fritzie {Age; 27 years, 5 months} and with a record of 101-24-4 was far more
    experienced than 'Bummy', and said he was not worried at all.

    Fritzie Zivic >

    "Most of 'Bummy's wins are over 'washed up souls' or little guys. Now let's see how he does
    against a true {100% Certified} Welterweight."
    Last edited by Bill Paxtom; 11-17-2014 at 06:10 PM.

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    Default Re: Fritzie Zivic vs. Henry Armstrong 'II' ~ 'The Rematch'

    A promoter taking 33% cut is outrageous considering Armstrong is doing all the work. Did he retire happily ever after and run a business or did he end up broke?
    Do not let success go to your head and do not let failure get to your heart.

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    Default Re: Fritzie Zivic vs. Henry Armstrong 'II' ~ 'The Rematch'

    'Whoa Nellie'

    Thanks to the investments of Manager- Edward Meade

    Thru 1940 - Henry Armstrong pulled in $350,000 in Fight Purses.

    Henry had $65,000 in the Bank, and including 'annuities' had roughly
    $90,000.

    That's 1940 'money'.

    The standard agreement back then was the Manager took 1/3 and covered
    his fighter's expenses. The fighter got 2/3.
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    For the 'rematch' with Fritzie Zivic.

    Attendance... 23,190

    The Gate Receipts were $78,242 - with a Net of $66,817.

    Henry received a 'net of $16,530 from a $19,000 Fight Purse, after paying
    out $2470 to his Trainer, Assistants and Physician.

    Fritzie Zivic received a 'net' of $19,836.

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    Default Re: Fritzie Zivic vs. Henry Armstrong 'II' ~ 'The Rematch'

    January 17, 1941

    The Rematch

    Tale of the Tape

    ......................... Fritzie Zivic ................. Henry Armstrong

    Age ........................ 27 years, 8 months .... 28 years, 1 month
    Weight ................... 145 3/4 lbs. .............. 140 1/4 lbs.
    Height ..................... 5' 10" ....................... 5' 5 1/2"
    Reach ...................... 71" .......................... 67"
    Chest {Normal} ........ 36 1/4" .................... 34"
    Chest {Expanded} ... 39" .......................... 36 1/2"
    Neck ....................... 16" .......................... 16"
    Bicep ...................... 12 1/4" .................... 13 1/2"
    Fist ......................... 11" .......................... 11"
    Forearm .................. 11" .......................... 11"
    Waist ...................... 30" .......................... 32"
    Thigh ...................... 19" .......................... 20"
    Calf .......................... 9" ........................... 8"

    Record ............ 103-24-5 {55 KO's} ....... 110-13-8 {77 KO's}

    General Facts

    In Training-Camp, the Champion - Fritzie Zivic had looked very sharp, and was impressive.
    Fritzie was showing a solid left-jab, and was working on his short snappy right uppercuts.

    On the other hand, the former Champion - Henry Armstrong was looking rather ordinary,
    and did not show any of his 'trademark' non-stop whirlwind attacks. Instead, Henry was
    doing more boxing from the outside, and with less punching.

    Surprisingly, the Odds-Makers listed Henry as the {5-8} Betting-Favorite.

    If you bet on Fritzie, you wagered $500 to get $800.

    Many in the Boxing Press had believed that Fritzie Zivic had fought 'over-his-head' when
    he took the Title from Henry 15-Weeks earlier, back on October 4, 1940.

    Others stated, that Henry had too many bouts in 1940 and was worn out. The 15-Week
    rest was what he needed, and he would be rejuvenated for this bout. A 'fresher' Henry
    would be much better this time.

    And others suggested, that Fritzie Zivic was just in the 'right-place-at-the-right-time' for
    their 1st-Bout. And though Fritzie was tough, he was 'not' in Henry Armstrong's league as
    a complete fighter.

    But some were still convinced that Fritzie was the man to go with.

    Jack Cuddy {Associated Press} >

    'Fritzie is just too strong for Henry. I see an easier fight this time for the Pittsburg Mauler.
    I look for Fritzie to score with his hard left-jabs as Henry comes in, and then shakes him
    up with his right-uppercuts when they get in close.'

    'Fritzie will wear down the 'Little Fellow' much quicker this time, and I look for Fritzie to end
    this bout by a Knockout in the 10th Round.'
    Last edited by Bill Paxtom; 11-18-2014 at 04:47 PM.

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    Default Re: Fritzie Zivic vs. Henry Armstrong 'II' ~ 'The Rematch'

    Friday ~ January 17, 1941

    Madison Square Garden

    Attendance .............. 23,190 {Sell Out}
    Note: 5000 Standing Room Only tickets were sold.
    Note; Approximately 10,000 people were turned away.

    Gate Receipts .......... $78,242 ................... {Net Receipts; $66,817}

    Fight Purses
    * Fritie Zivic ............ $19,836 ................... 30% of the Net Receipts
    * Henry Armstrong .. $19,000 ................... Contract Guarantee

    Betting Favorite ....... Henry Armstrong ..... {5-8}

    Street Skinny .......... Fritie Zivic bet several thousand dollars on himself to win.
    Last edited by Bill Paxtom; 11-18-2014 at 08:01 PM.

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