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Photograph was edited for publication purposes. Photograph caption dated July 7, 1964 reads "Bantamweight title contender Mashiko [sic] 'Fighting' Harada of Japan, shown backing off from Manila's Rey Asis last night at the Sports Arena, suffered a severe cut on his left eye but easily pounded out a 10-round unanimous decision over Asis. Six stitches were required to close Harada's cut."
Harada, Masahiko Los Angeles Memorial Sports Arena (Los Angeles, Calif.) Boxers (Sports) Men Boxing (Sports) Boxing matches Boxing rings Arenas Wounds and injuries Los Angeles (Calif.)
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