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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1915
Page
2
Reported death of Tom Sheylis identified as a victim in a Puigina case involving a famous player and Yale football teams. Authorities awaiting details as investigation continues.
Minneapolis mourns as famed athlete Tom Shevlin dies of pneumonia at his home after a long struggle linked to training with Yale football. He led Yale for four years, captaining the 1905 team, and was famed for versatility across sports. Funeral details to follow in Chicago notices.
Promoter Tom Jones and Frank Byrne clashed over terms for the Willard Fulton title fight slated for March in Milwaukee. Andrews of Milwaukee proposed a one round match with Willard against Moran. Jones blocked earlier deals and Willard’s camp sought cancellation and new terms.
Chicago reports indicate Tommy Jones, the champion, has not received word for a New Orleans bout tonight and doubts Willard will meet him. Grose stated three days ago Collins backed Jones claims that Byrne cancelled the New Orleans match, offering Fulton a shot, while Andrews remained favored by some observers.
fragmented text references Burns and a boxing promoter Andrews talking about a bout with Willard. mentions dates in December and February, plans for a March event, and a fatality or cancellation. lacks clear names, places, or outcomes due to damaged OCR.
Crowley gym saw a private wrestling card featuring James Landis and Charles Rentrop with Greek strongman Londos. The event offered monetary forfeits for falls and included rough action as the wrestlers used various holds and audience intrusions amid heated exchanges over outcomes.
The Butte curling club plans a trip to Anaconda Saturday by morning train returning at 633 pm. All curlers and their friends are invited. The Butte team aims to win to bring the trophy back home as Anaconda is noted for strong rinks in the region. The trip previews the team’s journey to Duluth for the bonspiet.
United States bankers and the American League clash over C. W. Somers future with the Cleveland club. A bank-backed sale was arranged after a rejected advance of 10210 to finance the club. No definite buyer emerged though bids from Ben Hopmine and others were reported.
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