Los Angeles herald., 1906-10-03

fifteenth round, the Coloradoan was
carried from the ring In semi
conscious condition. During the final
minutes of the grueling contest Flynn
received terrific head punishment, and
despite the efforts of his seconds, could
not be revived for considerable length
Of time.
Although no serious results are antici-
pated the occurrence might have been
avoided had Referee Robinson remained
firm in his decision after counting
Flynn out when the game miner went
down for the second time beneath
Burns heavy blows. Flynn appeared
out, and Robinson toled off the ten
seconds, saying You're out!" after
making the count.
Flynn, however, found his feet just
at the call, and made a brave attempt
to continue the fighting. Burns had
him helpless, however, and Flynn
dropped again to the floor as result
of no particular blow. With Flynn on
the mat, Robinson cautioned him to
RISE with the provision that he would
disqualify him. The miner again re-
gained his feet and once more Burns
sent him to the floor this time for
good. Flynn's seconds dashed into the
ring and endeavored to revive the
fallen gladiator who lay stretched on
the canvas.
Difficulty was experienced by the po-
lice in clearing the circle where ex-
cited spectators surged between the
ropes to catch glimpse of the defeated
man, who lay senseless.
The action of Robinson in allowing
Flynn to continue after he had called
him out created amazement among
those at the ringside. Robinson admit
ted last night that he erred'in not stop
ping the go, and offered as explanation
that he feared a violent protest would
have resulted had he interfered under
the circumstances.
"The count was so close" said Rob-
inson, that 1 feared an uproar from
the house, which might not understand
that l had made the count"
GrueIIng Contest
Burns knocked Flynn out last night
after gruelling battle, in which both
men gave and received Flynn proved
himself game to the core. and when he
was able to leave the ring became
the center of an admiring outburst.
Tommy Burns went at Flynn in
cool, calculating way, and though jim
proved himself mixer from the word
GO Tommy outpointed him and won
without appearing to exert himself to
any great extent Burns, while con-
6dent of victory, took no chances, and
was content to worry his man during
the early rounds and then came on
with a terrific onslaught in the last Few
periods.
Burns left the ring with various
marks of nrnishment. noticeably a dis
colored right eye, which Flynn reached
in the second round. Flynn showed
probably more cleverness than he was
given credit for, but at that Tommy
proved his superiority when the con-
test developed into ring science
Judging from the thousands who
crowded into the pavilion last night,
more interest attended the bout tnan
anv ring contest yet scheduled Tor Los
Angeles. and the vast throng received
full value for their money before the
dramatic close of the evenings pro-
gram.
and many who secured admission were
unable to find accommodation arter en-
tering the arena. In addition to tns'
intense excitement attendant upon tne
main go, preliminary alars "eie
furious IL not fast.
A heavy celebrity card proved an
entertaining feature, and although Jim
Jeffries appeared in the ring, his recep-
tion hung like an icicle when Philadel-
mia lack O'Brien was introduced ana
got away with a speech Wnlcn Ialriy
took the house by storm.
After repeated calls Jeffries was
forced into the ring. Manager McCarey
used volume of teasing before he
could persuade the big fellow to climb
between the ropes, but finally the King
of them all stood mountain like in the
limelight.
O,Brien Makes a Hit
fv1 hn rim
than O'Brien with an eye to the occa-
sion bounded from his place and shot
across to Jeff, clasping the big fellow
hand. Jeff grinned good naturedly and
sized up Jack with comprehensiVe
glance. .s,,od
O'Brien who received deafening cheer'
The Quaker needed no coaxing as re-
garded speechifying and came across
with an extra choice assortment OF MS
canned bull. Jack said several nice
things and ended with a grand climax
that enhanced his popularity nun
dredfold. -.
ever, and listening to Jacks lament at
not having come sooner, the croWu
heard the following tale from P. j.:
Gentlemen, at last have met Mr.
Jeffries in the ring, and wish to state
that this is the only way WISH W iiiee'
him."
What Jack received for his closing
words would be difflcult to describe.
Then came Jim's turn, and although
Jeff tried to force Dewitt Van Court
into speech, was at last brought out
for his say.
Here is the way Jim put It:
'.All / can say is that l wish to thank
the gentleman for his compliment"
Tommy Burns was first in the ring,
followed shortly by Flynn. When both
men threw off their robes they APP
peared in fine fettle. AS Flynn had
promised during his training hours, he
proceeded to mix things at lively rate
and scarcely moment during the en-
tire contest were the men separated to
nny extent. Considerable clinching was
indulged In following short' rushes,
each man battling savagely during the
lnhghting.
Flynn Is Game
Flynn proved surprise during the
opening rounds and had Tommy guess
ing. The fireman was strong as bull
and appeared anxious to have Burns
remain at close quarters.
Flynn's best showing occurred In the
hinth when he forced Tommy to the
a