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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1923
Page
8
Joe Gimonich of Butte prepares for a tough 145 pound bout against English welterweight Billy Wells at the Broadway in a card featuring Frank Monahan and Dixie LaHood. The event also includes Marine Ranieri and Click Keener in six round light heavyweight bouts.
Billy Wells from Em west faces Joe Simonich of Butte in a 15 round welterweight bout. Frank Monahan of Butte fights Fred Hart of Los Angeles over eight rounds at 130 pounds. Ditte La Hood of Butte meets Charley Lavella of Pocatetto in x rounds at 118 pounds. Marine Ranieri of Great Pulis battles Click Keener in six rounds at 175 pounds, a northern state matchup with a noted puncher boasting many knockouts.
Promoter Joy J Molumby of the Demacydine Fourth of ety faces travel delays and fencing at Livingston as rain and weather hinder plans. Molumby will arrive tonight from Missoia to speak at the headquarter in Motu Rights to chicago, with ticket taiment for the event.
In the American Open opening round Hagen trails the field as 138 players perform better. The leader stands ahead with others like Gene Sarazen and Machinona Smith noted among top contenders. The heat and quality of play define the early stage as many challengers falter.
George Herman Ruth, in the Yankees Western trip, hit prodigious blows and drew loud crowds as the most dangerous batter in baseball. Connie Mack praised Ruth’s power, noting pitchers ease off after facing him, helping teammate Wallie Pipp drive in runs. Ruth’s status as a danger to every club persists as the season continues.
The report describes Demspey preparing to reengage in training for an upcoming championship contest against Grobons at Snelay. It notes an old wound reopened during a prior camp, surgery details, and the plan to secure seats and maintain order around the fight while authorities discuss mobilization and costs for guards and supporters.
Results from the Coast League appear incomplete with Co-Piggs and Rilenie not listed. No other schedules or details are provided beyond the partial outcomes and the absence of key names.
The A C M and Specs prep for a Mines League clash at Clark Park at 6 20 pm. The Specs seek a rebound after a renewed effort in their last meeting with the company boys led by AM Bus Methods.
St Paul challenger Tommy Gibbons sparred with three partners under the Montana sun in Shelby as he trains for the July 4 title bout with Jack Dempsey. The session included a 14 mile run, rope skipping, punching drills, and several two round exhibitions against Kenosha heavy Bud German, Kid Sales of Minneapolis, and Kid Rocen. Gibbons said his breathing is improving and he is acclimating, with training continuing up to the bout.
A garbled game report shows Giants overcoming East Side with strong pitching and timely hits at Meaderville. The narrative mentions multiple at bats, outs, and efforts by players like Wagner and Sprechman, highlighting the Giants’ steady defense and offensive bursts while noting a shutout through several innings.
Report cites Shelby authorities seeking federal or state troops during the Dempsey Geers boxing event week to maintain order. Officials acknowledge concerns over cost and potential troop deployment, with questions on legality and responsibility. A Toronto dateline notes Edward Frank Geers and pacer See Harad breaking track records, adding contrast to the page.
Juno June 1 sees Tim McNamara and debuting pitcher Jese Barnes struggle as Chicago defeats Boston 10 to 3. Barnes exits after five innings, McNamara follows in the seventh as Chicago mounts a decisive rally. Batteries Barnes McNamara Oeschger Smith Alexander O’Farrell.
Chicago hit Quinn freely to take an early lead and expand to win 4 to 1 over Boston as Roberts closed the gap late. The game featured Robertson and Schalk on the mound for Chicago, with a rough scoreline reflecting early offense and late Boston pressure.
New York and Cleveland divided the action 4 to 2 as Cleveland built a lead then withstood a late rally. Bherrod Smith started his first game of the season for Cleveland and outpitched Pennock. Batteries Smith O Neill and Pennock Bush Hofmann.
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