Boxing
Sammy "Melo" Gelber
Birth and Death Dates:
b. April 1, 1910
Career Highlights:
A flyweight in the late 1920s, Gelber fought exclusively on the East Coast in New York and Connecticut. In 1928, Sammy fought contender Kid Francis but lost the six-round decision (Francis would fight for the bantamweight title in 1932). Gelber won 11 of his 16 recorded fights.
Origin:
New York City
Physical description:
Professional record: (incomplete)
Wins: 11
Losses: 3
Draws: 2
b. April 1, 1910
Career Highlights:
A flyweight in the late 1920s, Gelber fought exclusively on the East Coast in New York and Connecticut. In 1928, Sammy fought contender Kid Francis but lost the six-round decision (Francis would fight for the bantamweight title in 1932). Gelber won 11 of his 16 recorded fights.
Origin:
New York City
Physical description:
Professional record: (incomplete)
Wins: 11
Losses: 3
Draws: 2