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Frank Erne defeats Kid Lavigne for world lightweight title
- When
- 1899-07-03
- Where
- Buffalo, New York
Frank Erne defeated George "Kid" Lavigne in a twenty-round points decision on July 3, 1899, in Buffalo, New York, taking the world lightweight title.
The bout was a twenty-round points decision. Erne was described as "lighthitting" but known for speed and scientific skills. The fight took place before an enthusiastic home crowd in Buffalo. Lavigne had held the title since 1896.
Sources
- Frank Erne Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-08
- Kid Lavigne Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-28
- Buffalo, New York Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-27
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