Gillett action shocks fight plans and stalls work
Governor Gillett halted the California fight project amid legal doubts and political pressure. Proponents anticipate continued work stoppages at the drainage area as court decisions loom, with officials from District Attorney Firker to President Wheeler weighing national implications for San Francisco and the expo agenda.
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Wheeler
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New York
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Gana
California
Nevada Law Sparks Court Action Over Unlimited Rounds
In East Lake City on June 12, officials discussed state moves to permit unlimited rounds in Nevada combat contests. The Nevada Supreme Court considered the matter as Governor Dickerson's absence left questions unresolved about licensing and state interference. Local authorities and county attorneys debated enforcement and potential interstate ramifications amid talks of Jeffries-Jaminn and related events.
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Governor Gill stops plans for Al Langton vs Sam Langton bout
News from June details Governor Gill’s telegram to Attorney General Webb ordering intervention to halt the scheduled fight between Al Wautaan and Sami Langton, set for June 18 at Meht. Conflicting reports describe discussions over promoter expenses and venue, with Johnson and Jeffries voicing doubt about the governor’s actions.
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Boxing Fight Sparks City Railshift Rumors
The article describes a boxing bout where Johnson defeats Cotton amid blood and heavy uppercuts. Johnson boasts about future plans and a boxing tour, while rumors spread that the match may move from New York to California or Nevada. Promoter Sharkey predicts a relocated venue and a special train to accommodate followers.
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San Francisco Exposition Prize Fight Controversy
Washington authorities and San Francisco leaders clash over the proposed prize for the Panama Canal exposition amid calls to block the Jeffries Johnson bout. Telegram exchanges reveal opposition to prize money and support for San Francisco's exhibition plans. Local Texas figures discuss moving a boxing match to Jumrex Ring, with Diaz-era politics aiding prospects.
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Governer's stance on illegal prize fighting fuels case
A newspaper fragment details a string of boxing bout reports with Wolgast vs Nelson, Conley vs Attell, and Tolmson bouts. It includes critical editorial lines urging lawmaker action against prize fights, citing brutality and demoralization and urging felony charges for promoters and fighters under penal code sections.
Walsh Lifts Team In Fourteenth Inning Thriller
In a tense extra frame, Walsh hits drive to spark a 14th inning win over Philadelphia. Paynes and Wealson add RBI hits, Blackburne argues with umpire Pires, and Chivaxo scores the decisive run as Morgan and Lape mix in relief. Nina Knoger shines aside from a rough fifth and seventh, while Slanagée belts a homer for the visitors.
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Hosten
Nina Knoger
Slanagée
Simens
Restore Health Ut Bitters Offer For Various Ailments
An advertisement urges readers to take Bitters to address weak digestion poor appetite headaches indigestion and malaria among other ailments. It warns to obtain the genuine bottle with a private stamp on the neck.
Baseball scores and protests shape tense game report
Fragmented text recalls a baseball game with errors, protests, and near plays. It references New York versus Cleveland and Boston versus Washington, detailing bases, innings, and pitching duels. Names like Lajoie and Walker appear amid scattered score notes and weathered line scores.
Brooklyn Wins Own Game In Congested Pitching Clash
Brooklyn defeats Chicago 3 1 in a tight defensive battle as Barger delivers a long double and carries the pitcher to the clubhouse. Other games note Verzog’s sixth inning stop in Boston and New York’s 3 1 victory over Pittsburgh.
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Johnson Debt Case Sparks City Attachment Action
George Wy Title, acting through an attorney, secured an attachment to freeze Jack Johnson’s $15,001 residence in Chicago. The suit alleges Johnson refused to repay $ H.00 pledged as a forfeiture for a bet. The creditor contends Johnson is trying to move all assets to dodge the debt. Gustave Ter relo, a lawyer, plans to travel east to seek Johnson’s cooperation in settling his affairs.
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Gravesend Races Report Summary
Gravesend race results partial show first race won by Walt June War Jig with Ladanctes and Scott Alr Mas in minor placings. Second race lists Fashion Plate and Fauntleroy with placeholders and unclear times.
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Untitled horse racing betting odds fragment
Partial OCR notes list several horse names and odds for races with times and placements. Details are fragmented, including entries like Quantico and Yangon with various odds and finishes.
Northwestern League standings and results fragment
Fragmentary Northwest League page shows teams such as Tacoma and Sioux Falls with partial scores and pairings. Names like Burns and Oneal appear amid incomplete city and game listings, obscuring full results and dates.
Baseball series eyed between Billings and strong Butte team
Special Dispatch reports Billings and a top Butte club will meet in a two game set in Billings this weekend. Fans expect a keen contest as both teams feature solid pitching and heavy hitting. The exchange follows a recent trip where Billings defeated Humate, and a separate title bout in Sallah pavilion showcased Johnny Thompson winning a decision in a light weight bout.
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Gene Sullivan Knocked Out By Seth Jackson in Kelona Bout
June 48 Kelona reports the rodeo of boxing thrills as Seth Jackson of Biles City knocks out Gene Sullivan of Butta in the sixth round. Sullivan recovers briefly but Jackson maintains control with hard rights to the jaw and body blows.
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Raging Programme for Beaverhead County Fair
Beaverhead County Fair unveils a four day programme with livestock parades, horse races, trots and pace events, auto and motorbike races, and specialty contests. The schedule features county horses on day three, with purses ranging from 35 to 150, and special attractions as carnival companies vie for entries.
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