Battling Nelson Writes Own Life Story Debut
A condensed excerpt from Battling Nelson's life chapter details his solo authorship of the manuscript, his rise from youth in Hegewisch and Hammond to boxing fame, and a vivid account of his first public bout at Wallace's Circus in 1896. It notes his wealth, status, and respect as a businessman in the town.
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Battling Nelson
Felson
Nelson
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Hammond
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McGinty
Laughiec
Bat Nelson
Alpert
Ring
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Langford to Meet Johnson in London May 24 Fight
San Francisco reports Sam Langford likely to face Jack Johnson in a 20 round bout before the National Sporting Club in London on May 24. Joe Woodman, Langford’s manager, says signing articles is not yet done and Bettinson must guarantee wages before the match. Details include a purse discussed around 25 000 with 10 000 to the winner and travel money. negotiations trace back to Bettinson in London and prior plans for winter contests in the United States and Australia.
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Johnson
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London
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Boston
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Langford-Johnson
Griffith Completes Reds Training Trip Plans
Cincinnati dispatch reports Griffith finished arrangements for the Reds spring training trip. All arrangements are set for the team to depart in March with daily workouts planned through the 27th.
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Pulliam Announces Retirement From Baseball Presidency
New York Jan 16 President Harry Pulliam says he is tired of the duties of the presidency and will not seek re election after his term ends He plans to take control of an eastern National League club and become its president after leaving office Pulliam states he may have nearly made up his mind to lay down the reins for good
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Dan Kelly Retires From Cinder Path
Spokane on January 16 Dan Kelly holder of the world amateur record for the 100 yard dash at 35 seconds, retires from cinder path to focus on his business. He has joined his father in an auto business and leaves athletics after a storied career including a London Olympic broad jump andAAU recognition.
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Dan Kelly
Cinder Path
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Amateur Athletic Union
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London
Frank Irons
Ci ‘Ago Athletic Association
Many Clubs Seek New Cub Recruits For Major Teams
Chicago owner Charles W. Murphy reveals he has bona fide offers for every drafted or purchased player on his list. He notes some deals pay more than cost to keep young talent, with strong interest in a Little Wonder from Ohio and mentions Cy Young market talk and potential purchases as teams bid for top arms. Swarthmore note adds context to a broader baseball recruiting scene.
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Ohio
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Miller resigns captain-elect post at institution
J Al Fed Miller Jr of Mt Airy Pennsylvania has decided to resign as captain elect of the 10 Southhall team. He will graduate in civil engineering next spring making him the first captain in the school's history not to be an undergraduate.
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Mt "Airy
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My Star Breaks Leg Ends Turf Career
Boston Jan 16 a slip on ice left Gay with a broken leg ending the turf career of My Star chestnut horse owned by John and Lotta Crabtree valued at 20000 dollars The horse was the sensation of the turf in noe.
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My Star
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Lotta Crabtree
Noe
Boxers Eye Fights as Attell Driscoll Match Favours New Orleans Plans
News from the boxing world notes Abe Attell nearing a six round bout with Jem Driscoll under manager efforts by Jack McGuigan of the National Athletic Club of Philadelphia. Attell consents to a 14 pound limit bout at six p.m. with Charley Harvey seeking a longer 20 round contest, while Marvin Hart and Jack Johnson figures are discussed along with Langford and Flynn injuries and Johnson’s potential next moves.
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National Athletic Club of Philadelphia
Abe Attell
Jem Driscoll
New Orleans
Attell
Driscoll
Charley “Harvey
Ger
Marvin Hart
Langford
Hart
Gres
Jan Hart
Jack Johnson
Ape Attell
Foxy Abe
Owen Moran
Uute
Abey
Penn Committee Sets Season Schedule For 1912
Penn football committee met at the Minds office to decide on the 1912 schedule. Bucknell to play. Dickinson likely slotted. an Indian game with Carlisle discussed but a later date favored. Freshman numerals awarded to sixteen players. meeting to continue Monday with coaching staff to be chosen.
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Hellman
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Dawson
Haydock
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Kautmat
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Miller
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Morice
Sol Metzzar
Carl Williams
AL Sful
Ora
Champion Skater Enters Butte Marathon Mile Challenge
The fame of the upcoming roller marathon at Holland rink Butte grows as Spokane entrant Wallace Richards claims to be the midwestern champion distance skater and arrives to train here. He offers a challenge for any skater to race from a half mile to 59 miles for cash. Anaconda rivals and Butte locals, including Reynolds Pete Duble Wally Bradford and Jimmy Probst, are said to be preparing for the event with at least three Anaconda cracks slated for the 28 minute spin.
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Middle Western
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Pete
Art “Duble
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Jimmy Probst
College sports chatter hints at varied schedules and retirements
News from college athletics lists Williams sending a swimming squad to a Brookline meet and McCormick of the Brookline club possibly coaching the collegians. Annapolis opens gymnastics with Penn Feb. 20, while Columbia eyes Annapolis in February and matches with Princeton and Lehigh loom. Virginia’s Rector, captain and sprinter, may retire but could still compete winter and spring. Amherst and Williams cut baseball meetings to two in spring. Wesleyan begins relay season this month with candidates Robson Wood Cable and Wright. Camp Cables II hailed as a breakout discovery after last season. Colgate basketball path outlined with dates from Jan 15 to Mar 9 across multiple venues. Penn track reports 49 candidates. top returnees Hartronft and Newerry highlighted. Rams-Hell seen as strong if eligible. Mage Murphy cites limits from one-year rule and roster gaps. Also a boxing note: Johnny Lynch and Wille Jones fought to a draw in New Orleans.
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Rattling Ice Game Amid Canadian Missoula Match
Missoula and Butte curlers prepare for a hard opener at Holland rink at 11 am. Team captain Pigot leads Butte against Missoula in defense of the state title as fans travel from Garden City. Ice, crowd, and lineup details follow with Scottish trip hopes for Montana curlers.
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Delaney Drives Jeffries Return With Tour Plan
Billy Delaney drafts Jeffries back to form by arranging a tour with Al Kaulman as sparring partner. The letter to Charles Walton hints at training on the road and a possible world heavyweight title bid, though no firm bout with Johnson is stated.
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Jim
Jeffries
Kaufman
Jim Barry
Delaney
McGrew Requests Waivers for Pitcher McGinnity
New York January 16 Joe McGinnity the Iron Man of the Giants will remain with the Giants this season. John McGraw has asked waivers on McGinnity meaning if claimed he could go to a minor league. Harry Pullman NL president signed Billy Klem Sim Johnstone to NL umpire next season. Klem and Johnstone were involved in a high profile charge at the NL meeting about bribery to throw the pennant. No public details yet.
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Iron Man
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Harry Pullman
Billy" Klem Sim Johnstone
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Johnstons
SIELDER JONES TO RETURN COMISKEY TO PAY $15,000
Chicago report says Fielder Jones may return to the fold and discuss rejoining under Comiskey. Speculation centers on a proposed offer of $18,000 to entice his return, with an expected $15,000 payment to secure terms.
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Comiskey
Harvard Princeton football series likely renewal brings campus divides
Boston reports a near certainty that Harvard and Princeton will renew their football series for the first time since 1896. Harvard faces internal split with factions both supporting and opposing the renewal while Princeton weighs timing and location details amid broader intercollegiate debates. Carlisle and other strong programs are noted in the broader context of schedules. At Stanford, light track work begins as candidates prepare for honors lists and freshmen tests.
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Carl Man Roach
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Boston Hull
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