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- Matty_Matthews abstract "William \"Matty\" Matthews (July 13, 1873 – December 6, 1948) was an American boxer of the early 20th century. He was world welterweight champion twice between 1900 and 1901.A native of New York City, Matthews first challenged for the world title in 1898, but was outpointed by Mysterious Billy Smith. In 1900 he challenged Smith again and this time won the title by knocking Smith out in the 19th round. He dropped the title to Eddie Connolly in June 1900, regained it from Rube Ferns four months later, and lost it to Ferns again in May 1901.".