BOXING
TUNNEY THE FAVOURITE
(United Press Association.—Copyright.) (Received 23rd September, 10.30 a.m.) CHICAGO, 22nd September. The late betting uhow» Unit Gene Tunncy is a favourite over Jack Dempsey, but there is comparatively little money being wagered to-day. It is cxpocted, however, that large Hums will bo forthcoming shortly before tho fight. It is estimated thut
fifty million persons in the United States alone will hear tho description o£ tho bout over the radio. Public opinion appears to regard tho men's chances an about even. Tunney ia in bettor shapo than ever. Ho has slightly injured an eye, but this in not serious. Dumpsey'd condition is greatly improved. He has been long in training, and has had two tough fights. Ho is also unbarnssed by legal annoyances.
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Evening Post, Volume CIV, Issue 73, 23 September 1927, Page 7
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