The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1868-10-18
THE PRIZE RING.

Yesterday morning George Rookie and Hussey
fought at public house in Harlem, but the arrival
OF the police towards the close OF the engagement
prevented proper decision being arrived at
although 1t was declared that Rookie would have
borne away the honors and that It was he fairly
vanquished his opponent.
The match was quite an extemporaneous AFFAIR.
Throughout the evening the probabilities OF Wor-
maid and 0Baldwin coming together had been fully
discussed and nnally abandoned. The appetite LOT
MILL however, was very strong, and at length, after
much debating, Rookie and Hussey were mentioned
as well matched competitors The former at first
declined to fight for $780, but agreed to mees his
proposed adversary for $500. To this the parties
would not agree, as the AFFAIR was regarded not
as regular prearranged encounter In when
the men had to go into training but
conversations Rookie finally consented, and the
money was subscribed on the spot. The matter was
Kept perfectly quiet as indeed other more preten-
tious engagements could have been; and all the pre-
lninaries having been satisfactorily arranged the
party proceeded to Harlem where everything was
got In readiness in the shortest possible time
Among the group OF spectators were several wen
known sporting men. The betting was brisk and
animated; but, what was far more agreeable, no III
meeting, SO that the exhibition witnessed with
out those disagreeabe features which occasionally
attend prize lights. The men-both OF whom by the
way enjoy lair reputation In pugstic circles
soon stripped to their work and glanced ut earh
other In the most friendly spirit. They were
seconded and attended by their respective friends
1t will, perhaps be remembered that Rookie and
Hussey Ought some time since near Boston, when
victory was declared for the former after battle OF
fourteen rounds In twenty-eight minutes. inc
friends OF Hussey, however, still confident that his
best powers had not been satisfactorily developed,
thought that he could try his luck once more with
more confident hopes OF success. II was accord
ingy arranged tnat they should fight In the same
ring wn and but ana.
until revived on Friday night. Hussey had been In
active training and his appearance in the ring yes
terday morning was quite favorable. He stood about
five feet nine while Rookie stood five feet eleven and
nalf inches. The former weighed las pounds and
the latter $50 pounds, Rookie was In pretty good
condition and although ne had abandoned his train
ing for the last week he, nevertheless showed symp
toms OF being In the best OF health. Both men were
hearty shake smile and the usual retreat prepare
tory to action, the contestants stepped brsky for
ward for
ROUND 1.-The combat opened with some very
cautious sparrng, both evidently waiting to begin
the affair, when, after some well-designed fents,
Rookie landed his right on Hussey's eye, which was
followed by some excellent halEarm hitting. Hussey
rushed at his opponent, who nimbly Jumped aside.
Husseys mouth, after which there was hitting to
right and left, and the round ended with Hussey be-
ing thrown heavily, amid suDdued murmurs OF
applause.
RouND 2.-There was the same watchfulness that
characterized the first round displayed In this HIT
ting Hussey three or four taps Rookie jumped away,
but was hoty pursued and received round hand
blow on the nose, which Rookie responded to by Il
terrific thud on the ribs which sent Hussey to his
corner.
ROUND 3.-Up came both men sprightly, Hussey's
eye looking much the worse for wear, There was
some excellent fencing, during which some real
blows were got or on both Sides Hussey sent In a
straight shooter on the eye of his adversary, who
rapidly answered with his left on the damaged optic
Of Hussey who subsequently fell.
ROUND 4.-This was not particularly remarkable,
except for some slight counter hitting Hussey, after
receiving few singers on the ribs, closing in and
falling
ROUND 5-The men advanced quickly to the
scratch, Rookie smiling and seemingly taking the mat
ter at his ease while his opponent was apparently
anxious - repay what had been received. Hus5ey
tented considerably and once, when IN the act OF
from Rockies right, which was evidently waiting
for some such movement. Not at all pleased Hussey
returned the compliment, and having acquitted him
self satisfactorily fell to the ground.
ROUNDS TO IL. There was not much variation In
these rounds az the men eyed eacn oaer WIN eau
who up to the present had got the best OF the bus-
ness in almost every round Hussey was thrown;
ROUNDS 13 TO II. Hussey made rush at Rookie,
who stepped aside and landed his left with lightning
speed on the formers left eye but Hussey was not
remss In responding, and came heavily on his
opponents forehead.
RouND il. Re- &c led or successfully at the era.
num- and both counered on the proboscis the dose
being repeated on the mouth, when Rookie got his
man by the neck and screwed him down.
ROUND 20. After little manGuvering they c0nn-
tered on the worries very prettiy, the throw being
gained by Rookie
ROUNDS q TO 2s.-No incident worthy OF record
rapidity at close quarters; all In favor OF Rookie,
though Hussey displayed great pluck all through.
ROUND 29.-Hussey collected himself and visited
his adyersary's jaw with a neat little tap and got
away; but when trying TO repeat the dose was met
with severe stinger on the irontispiece, which sent
him to his corner.
ROUND 30.-On responding to time Hussey seemed
somewhat confused, and seemed doubtful AZ to what
course to pursue with Rookie, who was perfectly easy
aud seemed none the worse. In making an unfortu-
nate lunge Hussey's head got into chancery; but
Rookie let him CO.
stem the tide Of defeat which was quickly flowing In
against him. His blows, however wen directed, APP
peared to lack the steam, though he frequently
tapped his opponent soundly.
ROUND 33.-RoOke advanced, made feint but
when jumping back, fell
ROUND "a AND LAsr.-The lighting throughout was
OF severe description, Rookie continuing to admin
lister punishment, while he himself escaped with
few blows Hussey was gradually becoming weak,
and after little sparrng Rookie shot out his left
which did destructive work on his opponents face.
He followed up and punmeiied Hussey into his
corner.
Just at this instant "a "hush- stole round the room
and it having been ascertaned that the police
the scent, the fighting was suspended, though the
battle was virtually IN favor OF Rookie.
The well known tramp OF the police was soon
heard outside. With rapidity OF action Coburn and
Moore slipped on the gloves and commenced a
friendly sparrng match. while the combatants were
quickly put away. or course the police we're adj
mttcd and welcomed and, in reply TO their nterro-
gatories, were informed that sparring exhibition
was taking place. The police, hair doubling. half
believing gazed around and scrutinlzed
arouse their efrervescent suspicious, departed In
peace. IL was Judiciously resolved To abandon
The contest, although II thought that
Rookie had got the best Of II. Indeed, Hussey
could scarcely have held out much longer, and al
though he was not wanting in pluck had the light
lasted for couple OF rounds more Rookie would
have been declared the victor. 10 was finally agreed
TO give Rookie 500 and Husscy $50. Beyond ques-
ton the fight was conducted with much fairness
aud mpartiality. the men proved their courage
and with the exception of the interruption, the ar
fair passed on satisfactorily The party separated
Ar mil three 4 NJ.
The Wormalt-p Baldwin Affair.
ON the events OF the past week no comment is
necessary-they speak for themselves, and the pub.
lie can judge accordingly. The entire AFFAIR was
throughout characterized by bad management, reck-
iessness and indecison, and ended az almost every
one expected II Is said that the fight viii shortly
come Oh, but until such time rs either IL declared
victorious few will anticipate the combat with
rdence. or the pluck and willingness OF Wormald
there appears TO have been no doubt whatever.
The same can scarcely be said Of 0'Baldwin who,
though he has expressed hts willingness to come
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