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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 01, 1910
Page
14
Dispatch from Nevada describes Johnson and Jeffries in heat and dust as the fight nears. Johnson maintains composure, trains hard, and receives confident support from his handlers, while Jeffries shows weight concerns and sparse training in the final days.
The article previews coverage of the Jeffries Johnson championship bout at Reno. It notes both fighters finish training the day before the fight and that Post experts and special writers will provide in depth insider analysis from Reno. The piece emphasizes not missing next Sunday's Post for expert commentary.
Charley White, substitute referee to Tex Rickard in the Johnson Jeffries fight, arrived in Reno with New York sports men and politicians. He said he will be at ringside ready to step in if needed, but hopes no emergency will require action.
The Boston Post leads fight coverage of Johnson Jeffries, with daily Reno dispatches by Murphy London and Masterson. Readers report the Post’s fighters’ news is the best source, and a Reno-anchored wire service draws praise for timing and accuracy.
James J Jeffries ends training and plans to abstain from heavy work until the bout. He aims to weigh between 228 and 235 pounds, with John Johnson at about 209 pounds. Johnson bars Joe Woodman from training quarters to keep control amid camp tensions.
Reno Nevada June 30 1910 veteran writer Jack London predicts a lengthy heavyweight clash between James Jeffries and Jim Johnson. He argues the bout will exceed ten rounds and possibly reach thirty five, with both fighters relying on cumulative punishment rather than a single knockout blow. London notes cautious early rounds as rivals study each other before decisive moments.
Reno reports both James J. Jeffries and John Arthur Johnson finish training and plan light work for three days before their July 4 heavyweight title bout. Jeffries, amid gambling banter, and Johnson, under cameras, draw public gaze as veteran champions observe.
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