Centennial This article was published on 07.08.10 Four great- and great great-nieces of former heavyweight champion Jack Johnson were in Reno last week as guests of honor at events marking the centennial of the “great white hope” prizefight in Reno. Here they were present for a ceremonial ringing of the original bell at the site of the fight. Also on hand for various events were relatives of Johnson’s opponent Jim Jeffries and referee Tex Rickard.Photo by DENNIS MYERS More Local Stories » News Pic Time out Published on 07.01.10 A career on the wall Published on 06.24.10 Centennial Published on 06.17.10 Observance Published on 06.10.10 BP anger goes local Published on 06.03.10