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May 11, 1960
The Nome Nugget
Nome, Nome County, Alaska
What is this article about?
The University of Wisconsin drops intercollegiate boxing after the death of boxer Charles Mohr from a brain injury in a bout, dealing a major blow to the sport and likely accelerating calls for its abolition.
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Wisconsin University
Quits Boxing
MADISON, Wis., (AP) - Intercollegiate boxing suffered what may turn out to be a knockout blow when it was dropped Monday by the University of Wisconsin, long a leader and often a champion in the sport.
The Badgers were voted out of competition by the Wisconsin faculty less than a month after the death of Wisconsin boxer Charles Mohr of a brain injury suffered in a bout.
Wisconsin had been the last major school outside of the Pacific Coast area still in the sport. Agitation for complete abolition of intercollegiate boxing increased after Mohr's death and probably will gain more strength from the Wisconsin decision.
The departure of the Badgers from the ring also means the end of intersectional action which helped maintain interest.
Quits Boxing
MADISON, Wis., (AP) - Intercollegiate boxing suffered what may turn out to be a knockout blow when it was dropped Monday by the University of Wisconsin, long a leader and often a champion in the sport.
The Badgers were voted out of competition by the Wisconsin faculty less than a month after the death of Wisconsin boxer Charles Mohr of a brain injury suffered in a bout.
Wisconsin had been the last major school outside of the Pacific Coast area still in the sport. Agitation for complete abolition of intercollegiate boxing increased after Mohr's death and probably will gain more strength from the Wisconsin decision.
The departure of the Badgers from the ring also means the end of intersectional action which helped maintain interest.
What sub-type of article is it?
Historical Event
Tragedy
What themes does it cover?
Tragedy
Misfortune
What keywords are associated?
Intercollegiate Boxing
Boxer Death
University Decision
Sport Abolition
What entities or persons were involved?
Charles Mohr
Where did it happen?
Madison, Wis., University Of Wisconsin
Story Details
Key Persons
Charles Mohr
Location
Madison, Wis., University Of Wisconsin
Event Date
Monday, Less Than A Month After The Death
Story Details
University of Wisconsin votes to drop intercollegiate boxing following the death of boxer Charles Mohr from a brain injury in a bout, impacting the sport nationally.