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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1910
Page
12
Reno, June 23, reporters note the city buzzing as a major prize fight event draws a flood of visitors and international attention. Jeffries towers in training at Moana Springs while Jack Johnson lingers overseas. Sullivan and Corbett celebrate quietly as militia stays off duty.
Writers from around the world assemble in Reno to witness a major boxing bout as editors explain the public hunger for fight reporting. The piece contrasts historic matches with modern correspondents, noting the spectacle draws vast media interest and reflects human fascination with combat and prize money.
Harvard defeated Yale in the second game of their series at Cambridge confirming home field advantage. The piece notes Yale’s strength at New Haven and Harvard’s stronger performance on home grounds with a forthcoming rubber in New York. It also mentions George Brown of the B A A inviting scratch players and suggests an old timer sprint.
Montreal Ketchel and Sam Langford met once in a six round no-decision contest in Philadelphia. The press were undecided on who had the better of the bout.
Former heavyweight champion John L. Sullivan was refused entry to James J. Jeffries camp at Moana Springs after James J. Corbett said Jeffries refused to shake hands. Sullivan claimed he was misquoted and left Reno with manager Frank Hall.
The incident drew attention as Sullivan pressed to meet Jeffries. Manager Hall said Jeffries refused Corbett as spokesman and would return to Moana Springs to seek Jeffries personally. Sam Berger, Jeffries’ manager, claimed Corbett was empowered to speak for Jeffries and warned Sullivan of a similar reception. Sullivan said he was unprepared for the hostility and had no urge to force an audience. The parties contemplate reconciliation as speculation grows.
At the American Athletic Club last evening a lively boxing program drew a large crowd. Teddy Murphy of West End defeated Eddie Fitzgerald of South End, while Tom Goodman of West End fell to Jimmy Lyons of the market district. Vincent won after eight rounds in a North End pairing with Tony Lorenzo, and George Alger of Cambridge and Pat Rocco of Haverhill closed the show in an eight round draw.
About 3500 male undergraduates at Cornell, roughly 2200, took part in athletic exercise in the last academic year. The figures cover not just varsity squads but intercollege teams and minor sports groups.
Jack Johnson left San Francisco for Reno after a 15 minute chat with Van Jackson of Chicago. Johnson prepared gear for the baggage car while a crowd watched his final training day. He avoided the Police Court by default paying another 50 dollars. he also settled with manager George Little for 16 500.
In Reno on June 23 Jim Jeffries reported strong condition for the July 4 bout with Jack Johnson. He trained on a regulation diamond and sparred in a ring then declared he feels great and ready for the final lap. Nevada Governor Dickerson said he will not interfere if the fight remains on the square.
Reports from Reno on June 23 consider how altitude shifts may affect Johnson and Jeffries. Johnson trains at sea level while Jeffries trained lower elevations, then both move to 497 feet for the Reno bout, with doctors noting limited handicap and a possibly longer fight. An amusing Corbett bout with a stranger ends in playful stalemate.
Trainer Mike Murphy describes Jim Jeffries in training proving the fighter in strong shape for an hour and a half bout. Murphy notes Jeffries cheerful, lean, and powerful with good wind and fast footwork while cautioning about diet and camp secrecy.
Lynn tops Lowell 5 to 4 in a New England baseball show marked by miscues on both sides. Tenney and Fitzpatrick powered Lowell’s runs while Tenney starred for Lynn with a two base hit and several key plays.
Bliss of Brown University pitched his first Fall River game, scattering Worcester hits as Fall River, aided by timely hitting and solid fielding, won 4 to 1. Runs by Weaver Bowcock Bliss Anthony highlight Worcester scoring. summary of outs, errors, and player placements provided.
In Brockton, Captain McGovern led a seventh inning rally with a leadoff homer over left field to spark a 3-1 victory over Haverhill. Freil allowed four Brockton hits for two more runs as the Brockton lineup broke the game open despite six Brockton walks.
Promoter Sid Hester confirms Langford Ketchel match canceled after receiving word that Ketchel is not in fighting shape. Langford reportedly in fine condition and ready, while Ketchel’s health is cited as reason to drop the bout.
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