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Helena Independent

Location

Helena, Montana, United States of America

Date

Jun 03, 1923

Page

4

Champ Dempsey Returns to Camp for Training Camp Start

World heavyweight champion Jack Dempsey is back at his training camp preparing for the defense against Tommy Gibbons in Shelly on July 1. He weighs about nine pounds more than at the end of his trout-country outing, a gain tied to early rigorous work and a shift to resume full sparring tomorrow after a light session. His manager Jack Kearns and sparring partners adjust to the renewed buildup, with pay reportedly $20 a day, while Dempsey awaits his father’s Utah-bound visit and handles family logistics during the final training push.

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Boosts for Dad in Shelby Sparring Tale

NEA Service recounts Tommy Gibbons and his young son Tomy Jr amid a Montana sparring scene. Kids watch as the heavyweight dad showcases a knockout punch. Tomy Jr speaks of his father’s prowess while the family travels for a fight date near July 4 in Shelby.

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Shelby strengthens camp as champions train amid flood mud

Bernard joined the champ here three weeks ago. Challenger Gibbons has trained lightly during a theatrical tour ending last week and will start hard training in Shelby within a week. Flooded streets, knee deep mud, and suspended airfield traffic mark Shelby scenes as Dempsey announces Mike Traum, Chicago detective and ally, will arrive next week to supervise camp life and visitor conduct. Dempsey also adds a two week old coyote and a young wolf to his animal collection.

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Shelby Ends Curfew Opens Dance Halls Across Town

Shelby Montana June 2 mayor Jit Jolson scrapped the curfew and the closing law. Proprietors buried keys to their venues near the arena west of the Lawn after a meeting. The town stays open late with cabarets, orchestras, and dance pavilions drawing oil field crowds into the night. A wandering movie is crowded out by lively entertainment and late trains.

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Willard in Los Angeles Training for July Bout

Los Angeles June 2 Jess Willard heavyweight pugilist drills with Los Angeles Argentine heavyweight Fita for a July 7 bout. He boxed three rounds with Leo Maltack of Oakland and showed strong condition despite a rough session. Willard, weighing 257 pounds, appeared ready to meet Wirpa when the date arrives.

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First Beneficiaries of State Old Age Pension

County commissioners granted nine applications under the old age pension act. Beneficiaries age 70 or over with no other income receive a monthly pension up to a limit. The article notes Spain's King Alfonso buys about 100 suits a year.

Montini Hupport Alfonso Spain

Playing Review in Big Leagues

Naroki Ruel leads American League in points and hits while Babe Ruth tops in runs and total bases. Cy Williams and Jo hnny Mokan among leaders in hits and batting as the season nears Independence Day. Frank Frisch and Frankie Frisch among top run scorers with continued batting excellence in national ranks.

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Michigan Wins Great Meet at Ann Arbor

Michigan defeats Illinois in a dramatic distance showdown at Ann Arbor to clinch the Western Conference outdoor track title. Martin anchors a late sprint to edge Chicago in the mile relay, while records fall in pole vault, broad jump, 100 yard dash and javelin as Charles Brooking leads a burst of record times and Michigan celebrates a hard earned victory.

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Boy Pilots Build Home Made Plane in Decatur Ga

A group of boys from Decatur Georgia crafted a home made air craft using decals and junk parts. They flew locally and planned trips to Austin Biraingnam Athens Columbus Seenae SEAN, totaling about 260 miles in 4 hours. They trained after school and built the plane themselves with the help of volunteers and army aviators observing later.

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