Hi everyone, i've been way too busy with paid work, moving house and other commitments to get involved in much of the latest discussions. However, I did want to share this 1952 Dale Martin promotional flyer I have in my collection.
Based on the current hot topics, it seems to be the appropriate time to share this:
Hi Bernard
"...we have to deduce that Harry Fields was an out and out Dale Martin wrestler..."
This is big-time publicity from Dale Martin. With loads of wrestlers to choose from, why would they select one that was infrequently on Dale Martin bills? That's my deduction. I realise he was from Yorkshire. But apart from being on the flyer, Jack Dale also gave him his belt. It would be amazing if Jack gave him his belt only for Harry to wrestle extensively outside the promotion.
Maybe Jack specifically wanted a non-Southerner to make it look truly national.
Not sure how long Harry lasted as a DM golden boy, as I say, I haven't followed him. But at least in 1952 he seems to have been one. And I agree with you, he must have been based in the Brixton area at that time.
Actually, now I have a further idea to explain it. So in 1952 Harry was the golden boy and new champion. But in 1953, newbie JP member Dale Martin had to acknowledge the existing JP champions and, just maybe, Hard-done-by Harry had to return to Dewsbury beltless. The first Joint Promotions martyr!