Looking for more info on Harry Joyce who was an all-in wrestler & promoter of the 1930s & 1940s. First time I've found him is 1936, last time 1945. Anything is appreciated. Kindest regards, Nick
Just a small snapshot of this family. Harry Joyce born Northants (Wellingborough) 1898 and married Doris Wilson there in 1922. Ken was born 1923. I agree with the A-Z that it looks likely Doug was born in Canada and probably not much younger than Ken as they both wrestled late 1940's.
By the late 1930's Harry lived at Sartoris Road Rushden claiming he was a retired grocery Shop Keeper (So Young) so was perhaps making money from Wrestling.
At that time young Ken was working with boots and shoes as had been the trade of his Grandfather and other family members. Looks like the family had lived at Sartoris Road for more than 30 years.
Pretty sure Harry died in 1965 in Rushden.
Nick , is there anything more specific that you might be seeking.
Just a small snapshot of this family. Harry Joyce born Northants (Wellingborough) 1898 and married Doris Wilson there in 1922. Ken was born 1923. I agree with the A-Z that it looks likely Doug was born in Canada and probably not much younger than Ken as they both wrestled late 1940's.
By the late 1930's Harry lived at Sartoris Road Rushden claiming he was a retired grocery Shop Keeper (So Young) so was perhaps making money from Wrestling.
At that time young Ken was working with boots and shoes as had been the trade of his Grandfather and other family members. Looks like the family had lived at Sartoris Road for more than 30 years.
Pretty sure Harry died in 1965 in Rushden.
Nick , is there anything more specific that you might be seeking.