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Photograph was edited for publication purposes. Photograph caption dated June 16, 1964 reads, "Joltin' Johnny Smith, California middleweight champion works on the heavy bag, held by ex-triple champion Henry Armstrong in recent drill at Pacoima home of Johnny Flores. Smith is training for his 10-round bout with Ruben (Hurricane) Carter June 24 at the Sports Arena."
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