Black and white photograph of a wrestler, David Takala. David was one of three Nahjus wrestlers that won their weight classes at the 1923 District Amateur Championships. David won in the Middleweight class

Black and white photograph of the wrestler dressed in the wrestling outfit of the era. He is sitting on an elegant table looking at the camera. Alphons was coach of both the Nahjus Wrestling and Gymnastics Programs and an active competitive wrestler.…

Black and white photograph of a muscular Finnish wrestler standing with his arms folded across his bare chest. The photograph is within an oval frame

Black and white promotional photograph of P.A. Champ wrestler David Takola stripped to the waist striking a staged pose showing his muscular development. He was a champion in his weight class in Port Arthur. David is wearing an ornate wrestling belt

Black and white photograph of E. Kajander taken in the outdoors. Einar was an early wrester and gymnasts. He wrestled against some of the best wrestlers in Canada

Black and white promotional photograph of John Lehtimaki stripped to the waist striking a staged pose showing his muscular development. He is wearing a black outside supporter over full-length loose tights

Black and white photograph of David Takala, Port Arthur champion and Nahjus Athletic Club member

Black and white promotional photograph of David Takala stripped to the waist striking a staged pose showing his muscular development. He is wearing black tights and an ornate wrestling belt. He was a Port Arthur champion and Nahjus Club member.

Black and white promotional photograph of a wrestler stripped to the waist striking a staged pose showing his muscular development. A wood stove with pipe is in the background

Black and white photograph of Ernie Arthur stripped down to the waist striking a staged pose showing his muscular development. Ernie's great talent was quickly recognized, he was soon to become local main event attraction