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on May 15, 1863. After 19 rounds and 23 minutes, Geoghegan was declared the winner, when his opponent committed an illegal foul. After this contest, Geoghegan relinquished his title and retired from the ring.
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America in 1861, and held it until his retirement in 1863. He stood 5' 6" (167.64 cm) and weighed between 130 and 140 pounds.
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