What Happened on August 14, 1903

Historical Events

Boxing Title Fight

Champion James J. Jeffries scores a 10th round TKO win over former champion James J Corbett in San Francisco; his 6th heavyweight boxing title defence

Boxer and World Heavyweight Champion James J. Jeffries — Boxer and World Heavyweight Champion
James J. Jeffries

Famous Birthdays

John Ringling North, American circus director (Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus from 1937-43), born in Baraboo, Wisconsin (d. 1985)
Millard Mitchell, Cuban actor (12 O'Clock High, Gunfighter), born in Havana, Cuba (d. 1953)
Ronald Stewart, CEO (London Brick Co)

1903 Highlights