Chief White Owl 1970s Boyd Pierce Wrestling and similar items

CHIEF WHITE OWL 3.5" x 5.5" Black White photo card with a blank back Created by Boyd Pierce who was a professional wrestling ring announcer and color commentator for over 30 years. Known for his bold, colorful suits and his southern accent, he worked over the years for such wrestling territories as World Class Wrestling Association and Mid-South. Known as a gimmick salesman, he worked merchandise tables with various gimmicks such as clothing, pens and these cards. First released around 1968, but did not take off in popularity until the early 1970s. Unknown how many exist. George Arnold "Hootie" Dahmer (June 19, 1935 ? May 23, 2008) was an American professional wrestler, better known by the ring name Chief White Owl. Dahmer began wrestling in his native Ohio during the 1950s and 1960s. He wrestled for the World Wide Wrestling Federation, notably teaming with Wahoo McDaniel. During the 1970s, he began appearing for the National Wrestling Federation, holding the NWF World Tag Team Championship with Luis Martinez. Dahmer died at the JFK Medical Center in Atlantis, Florida on May 23, 2008. Following his death, his family filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the nursing home caring for him, resulting in the family being rewarded $2 million. The card is complete and in EXCELLENT condition with some overall light wear.