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Jack Johnson 190 lbs beat Sam McVea 207 lbs by KO in round 20 of 20
- Date: 1904-04-22
- Location: Mechanic's Pavilion, San Francisco, California, USA
- Referee: Eddie Graney
- Johnson defends world 'colored' heavyweight title
- According to the San Francisco Call in a report prior to their first meeting, a Dr. Tillman tape-measured McVey and stated he was six feet tall with a reach of 77".
According to the San Francisco Call, this was a poor fight, with Johnson dominating until knocking out McVey 20 seconds from the final bell.
Movements were underfoot by women's groups and clergy to bring an end to prize fights in San Francisco, forcing the establishment of private clubs.