About Emil Klank
Lived 1876 – 1940 (aged 64). Emil Klank was an American amateur wrestler, professional wrestler and manager.
Emil Klank (June 19, 1876 - June 27, 1940) was a wrestler, trainer, and manager that flourished in the 1910s.
Biography He was born on June 19, 1876, in Chicago, Illinois and in 1918 was working as a policeman in Chicago. He was the trainer for brothers Silent Rowan and Mike Rowan, and later was wrestler Frank Gotch's manager. He died on June 27, 1940, in Hot Springs, Arkansas.
He fought in mixed style challenge matches. For example, in 1902 for $100 a-side against Tony Harris in Catch as catch can wrestling and Cornish wrestling.
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Who was Emil Klank?
American professional wrestler (1876-1940)
When was Emil Klank born?
Emil Klank was born on 19 June 1876 in Chicago.
When did Emil Klank die?
Emil Klank died on 27 June 1940 in Hot Springs.
What was Emil Klank's occupation?
Emil Klank was an amateur wrestler, professional wrestler and manager.
What nationality was Emil Klank?
Emil Klank was American.
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