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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1921
Page
3
Carpentier conserves speed and energy in training, while Dempsey cuts weight and hones late conditioning for the July contest. The piece contrasts preparation styles, notes Carpentier's wide interests and dog loyalty, and mentions Dempsey's gifts from Elks of Long Branch and other groups.
Three years after losing the heavyweight crown to James J. Jeffries, Bob Fitzsimmons again challenged for the title but was knocked out faster than in their prior meeting. The San Francisco bout on July 25, 1902, ended in an eighth round victory for Jeffries. The first fight lasted eleven rounds though critics credited Fitzsimmons with superior boxing while Jeffries held a punishing edge in weight.
In a storied clash Jeffries used his great bulk to blunt Fitzsimmons 220 pound rushes. Fitzsimmons showed speed early but Jeffries landed a hard left that smashed Fitzsimmons jaw and another to the stomach. He rose, but his strength failed and he was counted out.
Atlantic City N J June 12 Re sumption of boxing in Jack Dempseys training program still is two and perhaps three days off Manager Jack Kebrns announced he would not risk reopening the wound until it had entirely healed Dempsey later went through bag punching and gymnastic stunts before a large crowd practicing four rounds on the punching bag two on shadow boxing and four on the heavy bag
Memphis Tenn June 12 Special rumors circulated around the Southern league circuit that a special meeting of league directors had been called over conditions at Chattanooga and Mobile. John D. Martin president of the Southern league said no such meeting was called and he knew of nothing to warrant it at present.
Local fight fans await a top clash as Larry Avera the fighting blond Irishman meets Jack Wagner a sensational welterweight from Camp Jessup in a Tuesday night bout at the Business Men's Athletic club. Wagner’s manager Jack Snelling bets on his man’s victory while Avera’s defense may frustrate the soldier scrapper he faces. Wagner trains hard and aims for a string of matches, with Avera known for weighing 138 pounds in condition and facing tough southern welters and middleweights.
Social highlight at Villa Manning as former boxing champion Georges Carpentier, in cream flannels and a red tie, enjoys a day off at Manhasset. The gala raises funds for the Italian babies milk fund, with a limousine crowd and a kiss-auction moment, while Carpentier tours Rosslyn and mingles with guests and a motion picture star.
Thomasville Georgia residents anticipate the third annual Intercounty golf tournament to be held July 4 at the Home of the Country Club. Invitations go to Brunswick Valdosta Quitman Albany Moultrie and Tallahassee with Brunswick expected to send a large delegation. Prizes will cover club and individual play while general holiday observances will close stores for the day.
A social event offers Budweiser to guests, inspiring favorable impressions of hospitality. Hosts aim to showcase available beverages and create a convivial atmosphere for attendees.
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