Jeffries and Corbett Clash Before 10,000 in San Francisco
Ten thousand spectators fill Mechanics Pavilion for the Jeffries vs Corbett fight, the largest ringside crowd in the country and a $54,000 seating expense. Celebrities and officials line the ringside, with 24 foot ring and bright arc lighting shaping the event as fans await the champions' entrance at 9 15 p.m.
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Jeffries Defeats Corbett in nine and a half rounds at Mechanics Pavilion
In San Francisco on August 14 James J. Jeffries stopped Jim Corbett after a brutal 10th round exchange. Harting noted the left to the stomach followed by a right ended the bout as Corbett struggled to his feet under referee Graney’s count. Jeffries showed speed and power, dominating with tactical endurance and a decisive finish.
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Jeffries Retains Heavyweight Title in California Fight
A large California crowd watched James J. Jeffries defeat Jim Corbett to retain the world heavyweight championship. The bout featured Corbett’s clever defense and speed, but Jeffries’ power and left hook in the 23rd round proved decisive.
Notable Round in Jeffries Corbett Fight Ends Near Ring Fatigue
The report describes a hard fought round with careful exchanges between Jeffries and Corbett. Jeffries shows improved speed while Corbett relies on clinching, jabs, and body shots as both fighters absorb blows and the crowd boos. Referee inspection interrupts play when glove damage forces a substitution, ending with Corbett appearing tired.
Corbett Edges Jeffries in Hard Fought Bout
In a brutal close range slugfest, Corbett lands body and head shots while Jeffries counters with powerful blows. Jeffries staggers briefly in the sixth round as Corbett uses footwork and speed to gain the edge. The crowd sees a hard fought victory with both fighters exchanging decisive moments.
Jeffries Wins In Boxing Bout With Corbett
James J Jeffries claims he out boxed Bob Corbett in every round and was never stressed, noting a glove burst cost him a fourth round finish. Corbett offered more resistance than expected but had no steam in his punches and tired late as Jeffries remained confident from the start.
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Corbett Reflects After Loss In Jeffries Bout
James Corbett says he did his best and lost in the bout with Jeffries praising his opponent as the best in the world. He declares he has fought his last fight and notes telegrams from Eastern friends offering engagements regardless of the result.
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Referee Graney Comments On Jeffries Corbett Heavyweight Fight
Referee Eddie Graney described the bout as a good heavyweight contest. He praised Jeffries for clever boxing and marvellous improvement, noting he outboxed Corbett except in the eighth and ninth rounds and that his weight and strength told in the end.
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The Fight by Rounds Between Jeffries and Corbett
In a centre ring exchange Jeffries feints and Corbett moves swiftly. Jeffries lands body shots and head blows while Corbett stays close and pursues body work. The round ends with repeated clinches and cautious breaks as both men test each other.
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