E. Cobham Brewer 1810–1897. Dictionary of Phrase and Fable. 1898.
Heenan.
In Heenan style. “By apostolic blows and knocks.” Heenan, the Benica boy of North America, disputed for the champion’s belt against Sayers, the British champion. His build and muscle were the admiration of the ring.
a boy of North America, disputed for the champion’s belt against Sayers, the British champion. His build and muscle were the admiration of the ring.
