Face still covered in soot from laboring in a South Wales coalmine, Richard Farr listens to the world title fight between Joe Louis and Tommy Farr, Richard’s brother, hoping for a family win. By 1937, Louis had beaten 24 opponents in 12 years. Tommy was his 25th. (Portrait of an Era)
I Don't Get It 
The plucky Welshman darn near took Joe Louis. Split decision with 8-5 and 9-6 by the judges. The 1937 fight is on YouTube if you are a fan of pugilism which is different from liking pugs.
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Pugilistic is one of my favorite words. I didn’t realize it was so close!
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It’s a punchy term.
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You win.
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Quitter.
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The “sweet science” sure ain’t the same
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You just taught me a new term.
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Hoping for an upset for sure, Kerbey. Wow, boxing on the radio. I can see it in my mind, that family wish in the living room.
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