There have been a number of requests from the older generation for files relating to various local sports figures, ie Cobine, Williams, etc.) Each time I find a specific photo article which will reproduce in a clear graphic, I will be sure to include it. Here's "Chambersburg Leather Pusher" Larry Mangine, all set to go toe to toe with Freddie Cochrane.IF EVER THERE WAS TRUTH IN THAT OLD SAYING, "BEEN THERE-DONE THAT," IT REALLY APPLIES TO MR. RALPH LUCARELLA, WHOSE VINTAGE EXPERIENCE AND HIS INCREDIBLE MEMORY IS ADDING SO MUCH TO THIS BLOG. HERE'S ANOTHER OF RALPH'S MEMORIES FROM THE PAST:
Ralph Lucarella said...
Well Tom, I got to know Larry Mangine in the late 30s. We worked along with others at the 112th Field Artillery in Lawrenceville. It was called the NYA project. We worked 8 days a month for $18 and it was some help in those depression years. A group of guys from the Burg, including Larry and I, did a lot of physical work that kept us in good shape. We spoke a lot about fighting and he mentioned how his mother feared everytime he got into the ring. I think that was a big factor in his efforts to make prize fighting a carear. I will say you would not want to know a nicer man than Larry Mangine. Best regards.