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Edward " Gunboat " Smith (February 17, 1887 – August 6, 1974) was an Irish American boxer, film actor and later a boxing referee. During his career, Smith faced twelve different Boxing Hall of Famers a combined total of 23 times.
New York Times. In the 4th round Smith's head met Cowler's eye and opened a cut that bled profusely. Cowler proved an open target for the Gunner's left hook, and when Smith's overhand rights were blocked the ex-tar switched to the right uppercut and landed again and again until Cowler was a bloody mess.
Gunboat Smith (1887-1974) was an actor who appeared in films such as Wings, The Lucky Devil and Manhattan. He was also a professional boxer who fought many famous opponents in his career.
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Edward " Gunboat " Smith (February 17, 1887 – August 6, 1974) was an Irish American boxer, film actor and later a boxing referee. During his career, Smith faced twelve different Boxing Hall of Famers a combined total of 23 times.
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Smith was a White Hope of the teens who fought all-comers; From March 23, 1912 when he knocked out "Battling" Jack Brooks until he lost to Jim Coffey on November 29, 1915, he was a "hot item" in the heavyweight division; His list of opponents reads like a "Who's Who of the Teens"
