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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 1916
Page
2
Charley Cutler, famed Amer mat figure, eyes a return bout with Stecher after a grueling publicized loss. He recalls Stecher as a strong leg and grip specialist, notes a hard 27 minute match, and mentions financial stakes and promoter arrangements. Connolly prepares for a separate clash while Cutler hones at Crowns Lockhart’s gym.
Kansas City reports Jess Willard signed to fight Frank Moran in New York for 19 rounds. The bout is planned between April 10 and 22 with no definite date set. Willard stands to earn 32500 plus 45 percent of net gate after deductions. Curley posted a 2500 guarantee, while Jones posted a 5000 forfeit to secure Willard’s side.
Three Forks city team beat the Young Men's Association of Butte 48 to 17 in a fast game. The first half ended 19 to 8 with Matter and Burgman starring for Three Forks, doubling the score by the end. Lippincott and Grunert led the visitors, while the Three Forks lineup featured Matter, Leroy, Wilson, Carlson, and Burgman.
Freddie Welsh, light-weight champion, was outboxed by Eddie McAndrews of Philadelphia in a six round bout. Welsh clinched often to block sharp jabs and body crosses as the local crowd watched. Also noted is Nels Nelson skiing 151 feet 6 inches to set a new Canadian long-distance jump record.
In York on January 17 President Harry N Hempstead of the New York National League club announced the purchase of Benny Kauff star outfielder from the Federal league and two other Federal players W A Karic Newark catcher and Fred Ansprot. The transfer is reported to cost the Giants fifty thousand dollars ending rumors Sinclair would buy the club.
Boston January 17 Percy Haughton president of the Boston Nationals has used his authority to discipline players and oppose basketball for Braves members. He warned Walter Maranville not to participate in indoor games while citing injury risk. Maranville planned to join a team with Janvrin of the Red Sox Conolly of Washington Nanamaker of the New York Americans and Rehg of the Providence Internationals.
Renny Feinberg, known as the original Kid Parmer, dies at his parents’ Chicago home from tuberculosis. A veteran featherweight and welterweight, he reportedly fought 178 times, losing five, and began his career with 48 straight wins.
Frea Sutherland, Leo Bens sponsor, says Bens will meet George Chip soon once in shape. Bens suffered a chest muscle injury during training with a California heavyweight and paused for a week. Chip was seen in New York, is Joe Chip’s brother, and once fought Leo in Butte, losing on a foul.
Indianapolis News reports Bufano won a $500 prize from Immigrants In America Review for a sculpture group in a 50 entrant contest. The piece portrays oppressed migrants seeking opportunity, with the base bearing the quote I came unto, my own and my own received me not. Critics say it depicts America as a land of exploitation rather than freedom. Bufano, one of 11 children, immigrated at six and studied in New York. he denies environment as the main factor in his success.
A caustic ad promotes a dubious tonic called SSS as a cure for blemishes and supposed blood impurities. It warns of scrofula like symptoms and urges readers to buy the product from advertised outlets, claiming it cleanses and restores strength, with a note to seek quick advice from the Specific Co. in Atlanta, Ga.
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