Jeffries Recalls Greatest Fight Against Fitzsimmons
James J. Jeffries recounts his June 9 1899 victory over Bob Fitzsimmons at Cone Island Athletic Club, noting a decisive eleventh round knockout to become world heavyweight champion. He describes training hardships and his belief the bout was one of his easiest while defending his title and vowing to retire undefeated.
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Rob Firesimmons
Coneg Ialand Athletic Club
Rob Armatrong
Mussimmons
Firesimmons
Fitzsimmons
Pitesimmons
Fitcsimmons
Elder
Feud and Reunion of Boxing Titans Jeffries and Ryan
A long-winded feature recounts the strained friendship between Jim Jeffries and Tommy Ryan, once champions whose feud began over money and pride. The piece notes Ryan’s bid to train Jeffries for later fights, including proxy revenge on Jim Corbett in 1903, and hints at a possible renewed partnership fueling fan speculation.
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Tommy Ryan
Jim Jeffries
Jeff
Ryan
Alcome
Tore
Fitzsimmons
Jim Corbett
San Francisco
Corbett
Corbetts
Ryan Hard Master Turns Jeff Into Clever Boxer
The trainer Ryan transformed Jeff from a lumbering puncher into a fast, defensive fighter. He drilled defense and countering, once pounding Jeff’s face but eventually teaching him to absorb and use his size. The famed crouch and timing finally made the big man hard to hit.
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Ryan
Jeff
Tommy Ryan
Marino Seeks Fights in Northwest Circuits
Eddie Marino, a willing but struggling fighter, challenges Kid Herman as reentry plans surface. Manager Joe Gorham invites Marino to California for potential matches, with Marino's recent tours through Idaho Montana and British Columbia and a tough record against Eddie Santry Art St Jermain Kid Howard Kid Davis Curly Smith and Billy Lauder.
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Eddie Marino
Northwestern
Wilds
Leary
Marino
Kid Herman
Herman
Joe Gorham
California
Ing
Eddie
South
Idaho
Montana
British Columbia
Eddie Santry
Art St. Jermain
Kid Howard
Kid Davis
Curly Smith
Billy Lauder
Mills
Abel
Percy Cove
Tacoma
Johnson’s Skill Ranked By Jeffries Crowd Observer
Los Angeles observer Mey predicts Jack Johnson will not be knocked out early by Jim Jeffries. He praises Johnson’s defense and speed, likening him to Joe Gans and noting Johnson’s uncanny ability to dodge blows. Mey says Jeffries is a different fighter and the matchup should be an interesting go.
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Jack Johnson
Jim Jeffries
Om Mey
Los Angeles
Johnson
McCarey
Jeffries
Jack
Hittier
Joe Gans
Denver
Martin
Corbett
Jeff
Y M C A Wrestlers Hold Try-Out Tournament
Y M C A wrestlers stage a local try-out in Yale gym to select the team for Northwestern championship competition. The squad is reported in fine condition and strong matches are anticipated across the event. Dance at Dreamland offers a free admission dance tonight.
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Y. M. C. A. Wreatiers
Dreamland
Tacoma Leads In Northwestern League Soccer Standings
A Dugdale park double header drew a larger crowd as Seattle beat the Celttee 4 to 2 and Tacoma defeated Renton 7 to 0. Rangers and Thistles played to a 1 1 draw but did not count in standings due to scheduling.
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Northwestern
Tacoma
Seattle
Ceeencee
Rangers
Remton
Ccceccaes
Ceottiom
Ccseerens
Dugdale’s Park
Thistles
Renton
Johnny Ward’s Fighting Face in Political Bid
The piece profiles Johnny Ward of Murphy as a former Giants infielder turned lawyer and advocate who displays a stubborn, fighting chin. It notes his courtroom manner, golf interests, and past battles with umpires that shaped his facial demeanor.
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Johnny Ward
Murphy
Friday
National
Ward
Giants
ZzBysko Roller Strange Fame Grips Kansas City Match
Polish wrestler Zbysko, famed for stalling Frank Gotek for an hour last Thanksgiving, faces Dr Roller in Kansas City. He plans two throws in an hour and has many spellings of his name, adding to his notoriety in the sports world.
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Zbyncko
Frank Gotek
Buffalo
Dr. Roller
Kansas City
Zbbysko
Roller
Zbysko
Abhysko
Zbygeco
Yacko Zbynsco
Nelson vows Welsh must go forty five rounds
Chicago December 26 Battling Nelson declared that Welsh must accept forty five rounds for a title bid or lose the match. He said Wolgast would be included only if Welsh accepts the terms and that a London bout with Welsh for February was discussed by manager John Robinson.
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Chicago
Battling Nelson
Ad Wolgast
Nelson
John Robinson
Termes
Battier
London
Jim Corbett and Jeffries Era At The Box Office
A nostalgic look at boxing era stars Jim Corbett and James J. Jeffries. It recalls public demand and high ticket prices for Corbett bouts, mentions notable matches including the Corbett-Sullivan fight in New Orleans and the Corbett-Pitzeimmons bout at Cannon City, with notes on contemporaries like Fitzsimmons and Mitchell and the era’s fan fervor.
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James J. Corbett
Bob Pfit
Shumans
Jeffries
Sohneon
Neve
Jim
Bob
Corbett-Sullivan
New Orleans
Corbett-Pitzeimmons
Cannon City
Sullivan
Corbett
Charley Mitchell
Fitzeimmone
Poor Play Wins For Detroit In Baseball Thriller
Detroit defeated New England 8 to 7 after a late misplay by McIntyre. Hinchman made a dazzling catch in center and Crawford scored on a fumbled relay, while Rossman added a run with a single. The sequence turned a likely double play into a Tigers win.
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BRY
Nepw
Detroit
EMI HD
Hinchman
Crawford
McIntyre
Hul
Meet
Jnst
Nap
Melntyre
Sam
Rossman
Tigera
Cobb
Hindman
Special Furniture Prices for Presentali Kitchen Set
Advertises solid oak kitchen cabinet with oak cane sheet aluminum work table top two flour bins two drawers moulding board large elevated cupboards with shelves glass doors tea and coffee canisters and six spices priced accessibly for presentali shoppers.
Kitchen Caché Special for Today and Tomorrow
Item details describe Kitchen Caché unit with elevated flour bin, glass door cupboards, tea and coffee canisters, spice jars, and aluminum covered extension table top. Measures 45 in wide and 36 in deep. Special price 22.75 up from 35.00.
Christmas Oak Extension Tables Sale Prices
Bargain sale lists several solid oak extension tables in golden finish. Prices shown include a 6-foot table at 40, an 8-foot table at 75, plus smaller options at 30 35.50 and 47.50. Limited quantities available, check display for exact sizes and finishes.
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James J. Jeffries
Jas, J. Jeffries
Sepp
Gusty
Ryan Hard Master
Yale
Harvard
Princeton
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Thisties
Beattie
Celtics
John Montgomery Ward
Zzbysko Roller
Tom
Degtigass
Spe
Celal
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