James J. Jeffries is identified in the cast list as playing himself. In the story, he takes care of and trains George Burke, helping the boxer return to fighting shape after George is given the chance to recover at Wade Turner's ranch.
Tim is Robert’s father, a famed boxing figure who takes pride in his son. When Robert is overwhelmed by guilt and fear after Ed’s death, Tim urges him to fight once more before retiring. His support helps bring Robert back to the ring, and after Robert wins, Tim honors him by placing his portrait among the great champions.
James J. Jeffries has 19 screen credits in a career dating back to 1899. Signature works include Jeffries-Johnson World's Championship Boxing Contest, Jeffries Throwing the Medicine Ball, Jeffries Skipping the Rope. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
