Criqui Retains Feather Title With Sixth Round KO
New York Polo Grounds saw Georges Criqui defeat Johnny Kilbane in the sixth round to win the featherweight world title. Criqui’s decisive body and head punches stopped Kilbane after a tense contest between veterans of two continents. The crowd estimated at 28,000 witnessed the French challenger’s stamina carry him to a dramatic victory.
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Two Boxing Champions Lose Titles in One Week
Two world champions saw their crowns stolen within a week as Johnny Dundes and Johnny Kilbane fell to rivals in New York games. Jack Bernstein dethroned Dundes after a long 18 round bout at the New York Velodrome, while Velodrome victor Bernie sustained a late rally. The next title fight pits Jimmy Wilde against Pancho Villa on June 12 in New York, Villa seeking to reclaim the featherweight crown. The six week stretch ends with Jack Dempsey versus Tommy Gibbons in Shelby on July 4, as fans wonder if another title will change hands.
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Champion Dempsey Nearing Return for Gl Gibbons Title Fight
Champion Dempsey weighs eight pounds more upon resuming prep for his July 4 bout with Tommy Gibbons at Shelby. The fighter discusses past trout catches and training plans, with Kearns guiding a cautious return five weeks before the title clash. Father Hiram Dempsey set to arrive for training.
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Kilbane Reflects On World Featherweight Loss To Criqui
New York June 2 Johnny Kilbane recounts how he lost his featherweight title to France’s Criqui. He says a surprise body blow set up a jaw punch that ended the contest and credits Criqui as a superb boxer. Kilbane adds it is back to the farm, and hopes Tam’s wisdom is with him.
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MVVEICH Holds Young Champion Draw and Winners Named
Old action reports indicate MVVEICH held a young champion draw with JOLMANS and CHAENAS among winners. Whalman Street Stars defeated Copper Street Tea Dippers yesterday 13 to 10, with batteries credited to Sullivan and Horan, and Mellot and Lowney.
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Fishermen Report Good Luck at Madison Lake Opening
About forty anglers visited Madison Lake for the season opener and virtually all caught fish. J. Chauvin reported earning a limit before retiring, joined by Carl Brown and Dr. Hermann. They stayed at the Harris Inn with Jake Harris as Madison Lake hosted many red and fly enthusiasts. Rainbow and Dolly Varden trout and grayling responded quickly to the casting.
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Gardens Courts Ready for Play
Butte tennis players begin the season at Columbia Gardens as three courts open for play. A city association meeting is set for noon and all members are urged to attend.
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World’s low hurdles mark broken twice by Iowa boy
Ann Arbor Mich June 2 Western Conference meet produced a dramatic track day led by Iowa as Charles Brookins of Town set a world record in the 200 yard low hurdles with 32 2 8 seconds and the 220 yard low hurdles mark fell to 32 1 5. Michigan’s relay efforts sparked a close team race, while officials wrestled with a disputed 120 high hurdles result delaying events and prompting protest from coach Gill.
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Criqui to Defend Title in 80 Days at Polo Grounds
Champion Willie Criqui to defend his title in a 60 to 80 day decision bout with Johnny Dundee at Polo Grounds announced by matchmaker Tom Crowe. Kilbane and Criqui had posted forfeits, Dundee sought a shot at the crown as the line of challengers stretched back years.
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Mitchell-Dundee 10 Round Match Set for Milwaukee
Milwaukee light weight contender Wis Ritchie Mitchell meets Johnny Dundee of New York in a 10 round bout in Milwaukee on June 12. Weigh in at 138 pounds at 3 PM.
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Tilden Wins Penn Tennis Singles Title in Philadelphia
June 2 William Tilden TE, the national tennis champion, captured the Eastern Pennsylvania singles title by defeating Manuel Alonzo. The match featured one of the season's most sensational rallies and showcased Tilden's strength on the courts.
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