Wolgast Seeks Chance to Lift Welsh Title in Denver
Promoter Ray C. Pearson reports Ad Wolgast aims to dethrone Freddie Welsh in a Denver bout set for a long route title clash. Wolgast and manager Larney Lichtens have pressed for a twenty round match with no decision to push Welsh from the throne, while Welsh favors a longer bout to avoid a KO.
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Ray C. Pearson
Ad Wolgast
Darures
Freddie Welsh
Wolgast
Larney Lichtens
Freddie
Denver
Fola
Lichtenstein
Trut
Wolgant
Treat
Walvant
Falehard
Michigan Bearcat
Rin Secene
Webb
Lichtensten
Larney
Rettle
Charley White
Chicasro
Anda
Buenos Aires
Billy Gibson
Buenos Airer
Wolgast Welsh title bout plan sparks boxing controversy
The article outlines a proposed Wolgast versus Welsh lightweight title bout with no decision and weight concessions to dodge a knockout. Lichtenstein and promoters push catch weight, while Wolgast aims to outpoint Welsh. Analysts debate if the scheme preserves Wolgast’s claim or risks public skepticism.
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Nance
Bayo
Isa
Welsh
Muse Maree
Jooks Uke
Good Ware
Erie
Wolgast
Plan Mycer
Sive Jeans
Hhof
Umvelan
Uylar
Aurely
Larney Lichtenstein
Tom Jones
Jess Williard
Larney
Baseball Gambling in the 19th Century Showcases Bets and Rules
The article surveys early baseball betting culture highlighting how gamblers targeted base runs, outs, and ground rules. It notes Boston as a rare hub where organized wagering persisted, while other major cities reduced betting at parks. It discusses ground rules, umpire calls, and the role of a central Boston figure in managing odds and payouts.
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Chicago
Piterer
AO Uref
Timouts
Oleco
Ian Drike
Sanborn
Trassac
Boston
Ace
Jonal Teague
Parda
Pacisige Tae
Kewanee
Baltor
Kew Nest
Bates Shortatop
Fecon
Who Manauers
Wy Books
Joon
Tetm
Mmeulte
Betting Scandals and Gambling Ties in Early Baseball History
A fragmented report describes early 20th century ballpark betting rings at university and professional games. It notes fans wagering on outcomes, player pressure from bettors, and police crackdowns. It mentions the American league’s efforts to curb the practice and a gunfight incident linked to gambling exposure at a Cubs game in Boston.
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Polity
American Jeanne Park
Boston
Red Sox
Cubs
Young Athletes Get Incentive for Track Work
Walter H. Eckersall notes that corporate and university support spurs junior athletes to train harder. Clubs and prizes foster rivalry, with examples like Chicago skating tours and amateur tours feeding stars into professional circuits. Landers and Loomis rise from youth to Olympic caliber through coaching and persistent effort.
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Sibs
Miversity
Therrand Loy
Bie Te Seceive
Areng
Chicago Fairone
Came
Aee
Chicago
Ase Artaitien
Anders
Sherman Landers
Oregon
Thieve
Chicago Athletic Association
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