In the Quiet of His Alfalfa Ranch Jeffries Will Try to Forget
A wild rumor circulated that Jack Johnson had been shot. The tale spread across Boston newspapers before being proven false. Johnson arrived in Ogden, Utah, alive and well, greeting thousands as his train paused. He joked about returning to Chicago to his mother.
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Post and Murphy Highly Commended
Mike Murphy the University of Pennsylvania trainer was praised for his accurate, early Post fight coverage predicting Johnson’s win while Jeffries’ condition was judged off what he observed in Reno. Readers valued Murphy’s clear, independent analysis and his timely, strikingly correct depictions of the bout.
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Johnson Defends Win Amid Car Row After Fight Clash
Johnson returns to his car after a confrontation with a rough crowd at the platform. His trainer describes Johnson gaining control in rounds seven and eight as Jeffries was pushed back and defeated.
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Arthur Johnson to Retire After Defeating Jeffries
In Chicago on July 5 the mother of J Arthur Johnson, former heavyweight champion, announced his retirement after defeating Jeffries. She quoted Arthur as saying he would win the title and then quit fighting, ending any dispute over his claim to the championship.
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Martin Meets Sawyer in Portland Boxing Night
Terry Martin of Philadelphia and Tom Sawyer of Portland were matched yesterday to box at the baseball grounds in Portland next Monday night July 11. Martin hasn’t boxed in Portland for three years, and pairing him with Tom Sawyer brings together Maine’s most popular boxers.
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Tim Sullivan cites Jeff’s realization of likely defeat
Reno stake holder Tim Sullivan says Jeff knew weeks ago he could not win. Sullivan blames Jeff's sulkiness on stress from false reports by limelight seekers and correspondents who spread word of his condition, which Jeff privately knew only.
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Jeffries Training Criticized In Long-Suppressed Reflections
Contemporary observers dispute Jeffries fitness for prize ring after years away. Sullivan argues training was overdone and Johnson’s natural regimen proved superior. Muldoon notes Jeffries a nervous wreck, muscles uncoordinated, and nerves deep seated, predicting rest rather than boxing. Public and pundit opinion shifts as plans for a world tour collapse and Jeffries retreats to California.
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Johnson Dominates In Battle Of The Century
Duffey praises Jack Johnson as the superior heavyweight after his decisive win over Big Jeff. The column lauds Johnson as among the sport’s greatest and credits Post coverage for accurate predictions, noting Mike Murphy’s standout fight conditioning expertise.
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Fans reassess Jeffries Johnson fight and legacy
Boxing fans revisit the Jeffries Johnson bout with renewed analysis. Mike Murphy earns praise for true sight against prevailing hype. Johnson emerges as the era’s greatest heavyweight, with Langford seen as a possible toughest challenger and Reno looming for a Langford Burns rematch.
Jefries Leaves For Home After Defeat To Johnson
James J. Jeffries, defeated by Jack Johnson, leaves the arena tonight for his alfalfa ranch in Southern California. He plans a brief stay in San Francisco to settle business affairs before returning home.
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Jeffries Leaves Reno After Defeat Following Prize Fight
Jeffries travels from Moana Springs with Sam Berger and party members to join the regular evening train back from Reno. He hides from the crowd, his bowed head and somber eyes revealing the blow of defeat. The crowd remains quiet, sensing his effort in the lost fight.
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Desolate desert trek to Chicago as Johnson fight draws crowds
In the wake of the Johnson Jeffries bout crowds thronged Reno trains and bars. Special trains sent 10 000 visitors home while gambling houses thrived and police cleared away revelers. Johnson’s victory sparked frank talk of nerves and distance, with Corbett saying Jeffries was defeated long before the ring.
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Tex Rickard Announces Fight Receipts and Attendance
Tex Rickard released a statement noting total gate receipts of 270000 and attendance of 18020 for the San Francisco bout. Tickets sold ranged from 50 to 10 dollars with 1258 at 50 and 9050 at 10, while 760 press passes and 1500 estimated gate-crashers were reported. Purses totaled 121000 with bonuses. Rickard and Gleason expect about 120000 profit after about 30000 San Francisco expenses.
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Mayor seeks ban on all public boxing bouts in Los Angeles
Mayor Alexander urged the City Council legislation committee to pass an ordinance stopping prize fighting in public venues. Amateur matches in clubs without admission fees might be allowed, but professional bouts of four, six and ten rounds are to be halted. The committee plans to meet tomorrow to consider the anti-fight measure.
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Harrison Has The Low Score In Pros Club Meet
The Pros Club of New England began at Alliston Golf Club with 15 players. T. P. Harrison led qualifying with an 89, while A. B. Walton posted 96 for low net 24-72. Remaining scores list Walton, Gaul, Fowler, Kellogg, Vincent, Swan, Barry, Van Amringe, Underwood, OConnell, McMillan, and others. Match play for the championship and the John J. Taylor trophy continues today.
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Moran and Collins Race Saturday at Revere Beach Track
Elmer Collins and Jimmy Moran, rivals, meet again in a special race behind the motors at Revere Beach. Moran won first money in New Haven recently, while in Providence he faded before the finish. Collins quit in the 41st mile as Wiley won the race. Next Saturday both expect to dominate the track.
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Matty Dues Today Giants Open Busy Series
The Giants play three games in succession starting this afternoon with a double-header tomorrow. Mathewson is likely to start today for New York while Lake plans to use Brown or Good. The Doves aim to sweep the series in strong form.
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Rain Postpones Louisville Indianapolis Game
In a soggy schedule update, the Louisville Indianapolis game was postponed due to rain. Nearby scores show Minneapolis 10, Kansas City 8, St. Paul 8, Milwaukee 4, Columbus 3, Toledo 4 as other listed results.
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Pitcher Heavy Game at South End Grounds Rare Display
It is a rarity nowadays to witness a game at the South End Grounds when there is not half a dozen pitchers used by both teams.
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