International Open Tournament in New Orleans
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International Open Tournament in New Orleans
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February 11, 1937
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INTERNATIONAL OPEN TOURNAMENT IN NEW ORLEANS
The Fencers’ Federation of New Orleans, an organization independent of the A.F.L.A., has announced an International Open Meet, to be held at New Orleans on March 11, 12, and 13, and annually thereafter, under its auspices. Invitations have been extended to all fencers in the United States, Canada, Central and South America, whether amateur or professional. The competition will be held in foil, epee, and sabre for men, and in foil only for women, and the international fencing rules will be observed. There is no entry fee for contestants, who are expected to pay their own expenses, although the Federation will attempt to entertain them and make them comfortable and satisfied. Entries must be mailed to Mr. Orest A. Moykar, Marshal-of-Arms of the Federation, at 528 Royal Street, New Orleans, Louisiana, before March 10th, 1937.
The A.F.L.A. has received a formal invitation which is extended through THE RIPOSTE to all members. A.F.L.A. members are reminded, however, that the national and international rules prohibit them from participating in open tournaments with professionals, except when the meet has been sanctioned by the recognized national body. The A.F.L.A. is the only national body recognized by the Amateur Athletic Union, the F.I.E., and the American Olympic Committee. THE RIPOSTE, however, has been given to understand that the A.F.L.A. is sympathetic toward the development of fencing in New Orleans, and that there will be no difficulty for any member of the League in obtaining the proper permission from the Board of Governors.
Advance reports indicate that the New Orleans Federation is highly regarded locally, and therefore it is to be hoped that fencers throughout the country will make an effort to take part in the Tournament. Outstanding fencers in New Orleans are Albert S. Anderson, Joseph Lienhard, and Thomas Kemp, champions in foil, epee, and sabre respectively; James Jansen and Mackie Trolles. Mr. N. Emilio Baumgarten is in charge of the international event.
