Until the Real Thing Comes Along: The Night Henry Armstrong Made History Against Lou Ambers (Part Two) When the fighters climbed into the ring on August 17, Madison Square Garden was simmering with anticipation. There had been a last-minute rush on tickets, with fans–some perhaps looking to escape the sweltering heat that had engulfed New York that day–grabbing every last seat in the house. From the $1.15 upper bowl to the $16.50 ringside spots–a Garden high for a non-heavyweight title bout–the place was jammed. The Cruelest Sport