Everett Marshall (November 4, 1905 – February 10, 1973) was an American

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, who won championship titles in the

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(MWA),

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(NWA) and Rocky Mountains.

Early life

Everett Marshall was born on November 4, 1905, in

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, to Claude and Pearl Marshall.

Professional wrestling career

Known for his toughness and tenacity, Marshall frequently used armlocks and armpulls. His finisher was the

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. Marshall won the Ohio version of the MWA World Heavyweight Championship in 1935. John Pesek previously held the title. The MWA awarded the title to Ray Steele in February 1937. After Steele was injured in a car accident, Marshall was again awarded the title. In May 1937, Marshall defeated Chief Little Beaver for the NWA Texas World Heavyweight Championship. Marshall met

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for the

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in June 1936 at Red Bird Stadium in

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. Marshall defeated Ali Baba to claim the title, but it is not recognized. The title was awarded to John Pesek when Pesek was the only contender to post a $1,000 bond. Pesek's recognition as champion was then withdrawn and the title was awarded back to Marshall at the 1938 NBA/NWA annual meeting. In February 1939,

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defeated Marshall for the title in

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. Marshall held the Rock Mountain Heavyweight Championship at various times in 1945-1947.

Championships and accomplishments

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(1 time) *

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** NWA Hall of Fame (2017) *

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**Inductee ( Class of 2011) *''

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( Class of 2009)

References

External links

* {{DEFAULTSORT:Marshall, Everett 1905 births 1973 deaths American male professional wrestlers People from La Junta, Colorado Professional wrestlers from Colorado Professional Wrestling Hall of Fame and Museum NWA Texas Heavyweight Champions