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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 18, 1897
Page
3
A detailed round by round account of Jim Corbett versus Bob Fitzsimmons. The narrative describes blood, bruising, and tactical exchanges as Corbett struggles with a heart punch and both fighters trade heavy blows in a cautious, bruising contest.
The report details a boxing match in which Corbett edges Fitzsimmons on points. Both fighters exchange lefts and rights with Corbett using superior footwork to evade and counter. Corbett lands several blows including a left on the wind and stomach as the action ends with Corbett ahead.
The two boxers exchange blows in a rapid exchange with jabs to the wind, body shots, and clinch tactics. Both men land solid rights and lefts, with Jim and Bob trading power shots until a referee separation ends the round fairly evenly.
The account describes a boxing match where Jim Corbett and Bob Fitzsimmons slugged and clinched through multiple exchanges. Corbett presses with rights to the stomach and jaw while Fitzsimmons counters with lefts to the wind and a sharp uppercut, ending time with both men smiling in the clinch.
Jim swung a hard left on the jaw wounding Fitz as the Australian pressed forward and Jim escaped. Bob's grin faded as Jim unleashed a wild right to the stomach and a brutal blow to the wind. They traded hard rights to the body before Corbett connected with a final strike.
Jim opened with a right left which Bob stopped. The Australian swung right and the scene ends with no clear finish or decision.
The crowd showed strong betting interest with five to three on Corbett as the scene opened. A tense observer sat in his chair, his pallor fading and his nervous gaze lingering, revealing the unsettled mood of the room.
The report describes Round 9 as Bob Corbett and Jim Fitzsimmons sparring cautiously with light lefts and rights. Both fighters exchange blows to the head and body as they clinch and reset, with Fitzsimmons landing a solid left to the jaw and Corbett dodging several sharp advances.
Round by round summary shows Jim Corbett landing jabs and body shots while Fitzsimmons counters with hard rights. Clinches frequent as Corbett tires, Fitz maintains edge in power. Both exchange lefts and rights with multiple near knockdowns and breaks.
The bell rings as one fighter lands a decisive uppercut in a clinch with Fitz. The exchange concludes the round amid urgent crowd reactions and ring action with both fighters trading blows.
Corbett overwhelms Fitzsimmons with fast combinations and body blows as the Australian absorbs punishment. Referee Siler warns Fitzsimmons for roughing, Corbett lands a series of rights and lefts driving Fitz to the ropes and to the canvas before nine counts.
In a brisk exchange Fitz pounded Jim Corbett with successive rights to the jaw. Corbett clinched and Fitz answered with a hard uppercut and savage lefts to the chin. The Cornish challenger pressed the attack as Corbett tied up, finally finding relief from the relentless pressure.
Fitz and Corbett spar at long range before trading hard right hooks and body blows. Both fighters clinch, break, and trade lefts and rights with Jim aiming to pressure Fitzsimmons who answers with counter punches and uppercuts.
The description recounts a hard fought seventh round where Corbett presses with jabs and lefts while Fitz bleeds from the nose, shows resilience, and remains dangerous, trading blows and clinches as the bout advances.
In this Round 10 report Corbett avoids Corbett’s cleverness as Bob leads with a left and lands a right to the kidneys and a jabbed jaw. Jim adapts with rapid body and head shots while Fitz counters with repeated lefts and a sharp uppercut as both fighters trade blows before the bell.
Fights erupt as Fitz trades rights and lefts with Corbett in a rough sparring session. Corbett rips a right to the ribs and uppercuts, leaving teeth loosened and both men trading heavy blows in a tense exchange.
Local ad outlines Wade and Butcher and J Crooks razors with 48 assorted blades. Reeds and honing supplies prepared for highway 08 display. Evening hours listed for open viewing.
The report notes Corbett’s effort in a challenging ride with his color not as fresh as the Cornish rival, as Jim appeared noticeably red and the flow of the race remained strenuous.
In a brutal fight at ringside, Fitzsimmons lands a decisive uppercut and rights that floor Corbett after a final series of blows. The crowd erupts as Corbett stays down for moments before being helped to the dressing room, while Mrs. Fitzsimmons greets her husband in victory.
Before battle Jim Corbett arrived with two collie mascots and faced a near 4500 audience. John Donaldson Delaney and McVey backed Corbett as Fitzsimmons entered at 11 55 in blue and white robe with a cordial reception awaited, referee Siler set rules and gloves, both fighters noted for their nerves and friendly exchanges as the kinetoscope filmed the scene and bets fluttered in the crowd.
The arena welcomed Fitzsimmons and his wife with loud cheers while Corbett cried, later admitting he was defeated by a single punch. Fitzsimmons stayed calm at Cook's ranch, his injuries minor. Brady challenged, offering $20,000 to back Corbett and $400 gold forfeit, with plans to stake more funds.
Friends of the Metropolitan Wheel men crowded its quarters for a reception honoring new officers led by President Otis Vice-President Johnson and Captain Goodman. The event featured vocal and instrumental music, refreshments, and dancing in the ballroom.
The Press C C annual dinner at the United States Hotel drew 125 guests including Mayor Josiah Quincy who spoke on good roads. Speakers covered mutual club relations, racing plans, and the L A W joining, with remarks on city policies and wheelmen unity.
Albert Mott new L A W chairman issues weekly bulletin announcing national circuit dates. Potter appoints A D Wait of Cohoes to New York district and W I Doty of Denver to cover Colorado Wyoming and other western territories. Herbert W Foltz of Indianapolis to supervise southern states.
The report notes H. P. Fitz claimed a dream of victory and later demonstrated efficiency in the ring. A slip caused by a referee is referenced regarding Fitz versus Hall, with Hall dismissed as defeated, while T. H. Marcellus Baker is mentioned in connection to the event.
The fifth annual Division 10 A O H dance and ball was held last evening at Granite Hall Chelsea. About 600 attendees, a financial and social success, with James Collins acting as president in Cronin's absence in Ireland and William Coyle as assistant floor director. Dancing continued until early morning.
Members of Military Division Ancient Order of Hibernians and the Ladies auxiliary celebrated St Patrick's night in Monument Hall. Guests included Councilman Fairey Alderman Presho Alderman J J Mahoney and the Hon James E Hayes. Arrangements were by D J Crowley Patrick McManus J Hernan T Duggan Matthew Donayg.
A brief exchange from a theater or literary source features a Tramp and Puck debating the desire to live long and the notion of being expected to do nothing. It conveys reflective humor on ambition and social pressure.
The Bunker Hill Bock remains a beloved table drink praised for its malt character and smooth finish. Critics note its balanced sweetness and versatile pairing potential with hearty meals across regions.
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