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New Book Puts Readers In The Ring With Philly’s Jewish Boxing Stars
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New Book Puts Readers In The Ring With Philly’s Jewish Boxing Stars

At the turn of the 20th century Jewish fighters ruled the circuit in Philadelphia. Author Harry Boonin puts boxing history back in the arena with his new book, Never Tell a Boy Not to Fight

Interior Designation For Blue Horizon’s Historic Boxing Arena Denied
Preservation

Interior Designation For Blue Horizon’s Historic Boxing Arena Denied

A win-lose situation for the Blue Horizon today. The Philadelphia Historical Commission approved designation of the building’s façade, but denied protection of the world-renowned arena

Continuance Granted For The Blue Horizon
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Continuance Granted For The Blue Horizon

More time bought for the Big Blue at the Historical Commission meeting today. Hidden City co-editor Michael Bixler reports

What Lies Beyond The Blue Horizon? The Fabled Venue’s Future In Doubt
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What Lies Beyond The Blue Horizon? The Fabled Venue’s Future In Doubt

The clock is ticking to save the Blue Horizon. Michael Buozis walks us through the details of how one of the greatest venues in boxing history ended up on a hotel developer’s chopping block

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In Port Richmond, Boxing Lives On
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In Port Richmond, Boxing Lives On

Philadelphia has always had a generous supply of exclusive private clubs, but none quite like the Veteran Boxers Association. Fight fan Peter Woodall took a trip to the group’s Port Richmond clubhouse


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