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Johnny Burns

PROMOTER / MANAGER

Began staging outdoor shows in 1914, and three years later converted an old movie theatre into the legendary "bucket of blood" known as the Cambria AC. In his day, Friday  nights in Philly belonged to Burns, who ran weekly shows  until his death in 1940. Managed  Jadick, Borrell, Goldman & others.

Born: ?  -  Died: 1940

 
 
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Active 1914 - 1940

 

 

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