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March 1, 1952
The Northwest Times
Seattle, King County, Washington
What is this article about?
Masahiko Kimura, 14-time judo champion of Japan, and Toshio Yamaguchi arrive in Los Angeles to challenge for the world's professional wrestling title, planning a one-year stay with prior experience in Honolulu and South America.
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Judo Champion Of Japan Seeks Pro Mat Title
LOS ANGELES, Calif., March 1 (Rafu Shimpo Dispatch) - Masahiko Kimura, 14-time judo champion of Japan, and Toshio Yamaguchi have arrived here with the avowed intention of taking back the world's professional wrestling championship to Japan. Kimura, who held the judo title from 1936 through 1949 before turning professional, tips the scales at 205 pounds while Yamaguchi, who has been runner-up as a professional in 1950 and 1951, weighs 250 pounds. They have both had some wrestling experience in Honolulu last spring and toured in South America last fall but this will be their first American experiences. They are here for a one-year stay. They hope to get some local bookings.
LOS ANGELES, Calif., March 1 (Rafu Shimpo Dispatch) - Masahiko Kimura, 14-time judo champion of Japan, and Toshio Yamaguchi have arrived here with the avowed intention of taking back the world's professional wrestling championship to Japan. Kimura, who held the judo title from 1936 through 1949 before turning professional, tips the scales at 205 pounds while Yamaguchi, who has been runner-up as a professional in 1950 and 1951, weighs 250 pounds. They have both had some wrestling experience in Honolulu last spring and toured in South America last fall but this will be their first American experiences. They are here for a one-year stay. They hope to get some local bookings.
What sub-type of article is it?
Historical Event
Personal Triumph
What themes does it cover?
Triumph
What keywords are associated?
Judo Champion
Professional Wrestling
Masahiko Kimura
Toshio Yamaguchi
Los Angeles Arrival
What entities or persons were involved?
Masahiko Kimura
Toshio Yamaguchi
Where did it happen?
Los Angeles, Calif.
Story Details
Key Persons
Masahiko Kimura
Toshio Yamaguchi
Location
Los Angeles, Calif.
Event Date
March 1
Story Details
Masahiko Kimura and Toshio Yamaguchi arrive in Los Angeles to compete for the professional wrestling championship, with Kimura being a former judo champion and both having prior wrestling experience abroad.