24 Oct 1908
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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Oct 24, 1908
Page
1
Sporting editors praise Nelson as unmatched in boxing, noting his dominance over rivals like McFarland and Gans, while baseball moves in Buffalo see Hal Hall struggling with a franchise sale or relocation. The piece weighs Nelson’s era defining strength against organizational hurdles and the potential for a Buttermin franchise shift under Hall.
Portland announces Walter Meitre's initial 1909 squad for the Fa elle Coast lerguy with three Howe players Bann Apponemore from Spolana Fournier from Aberdeen Carso from Tacoma Amos from Spokane as North Westiarn Leaguers. He will add four from Boston in trades for Catcher Macien and First Base man Tange and three from Cleveland. He drafted Dyn Spoopemore Orsangail two others. includes promising picks from Bridgeport and Wantell amid several other drafts, with 200 hitter status noted.
Milwaukee writer reports Wolgast has not signed to meet Abe Attell before Jeffries' club bout in Los Angeles. Frank Mulkern says Wolgast’s manager and matchmaker Teron Long control Wolgast's dealings and Adel remains unsigned. The piece notes Wolgast's strong fighting record yet hints at ongoing negotiations and uncertainty about a spring title plan.
Carlisle Indians cancel an East Coast trip to Northwestern but plan to schedule other games. Manager Wanzig and Chauncey Berrien say the team will proceed with football activities in Portland and aim to play several strong out of state opponents, despite the canceled arrangement.
Rivalry between two high school squads and juniors promises a heated game at 3 PM with a 2 PM curtain match by the high school reserves and Broadway juniors. Lineups list Lasition and Columbians among others as players prepare for the headlining showdown.
Special Dispatch to the Standard reports the 0 to 6 Aggies victory over the Fort Shaw Indians in Bozeman marking the first collegiate football game of the fall. Franshim starred with three touchdowns, Norton led the line, and a large crowd filled Main Street as students paraded before the game at the grounds.
Denver plans a historic December gridiron clash with Carlisle in Lincoln or Denver. Carlisle plans to travel east and west to face strong opponents, with Nebraska management considering December 1 or 2 as the game date. The Denver University team, after defeats of Utah and the Colorado Aggies, looks to prove itself against a premier eastern power.
Philadelphia reports Penn prepares for Carlisle Indians game Saturday with Draper Keinaih and star quarterback, Caplan Mollenback conditioning the squad for a tougher test after last season. Team practice at Winglow Junction and Jersey Hines surrounds hopes of a decisive victory. Weather may affect attendance as fans and experts await Warner's trick defense.
Princeton players and coach express confidence heading into the game with Syracuse. The Tigers show improved offense behind closed gates and emphasize a sharper attack after recent strong play against Wardham, aiming to outshine Yale’s performance and prove readiness for the upstate challenge.
A drifted OCR note reports that infielder Gleason of the Philadelphia National League may become manager of the Wes Moher club next year with Doster rumored as the possible manager. Unclear if Dexter will join the team next season.
Carlisle Indian football team shows instability ahead of Saturday clash with Penn at Philadelphia. Guard Aiken disciplined for breaking training. Afraid-of-a- Gear to replace him. Full Back Louser likely out. two linemen may miss game due to injuries. Practice rough, coach Warner warns of defeat risk from sloppy sessions. Quarterback Bullshit injures back but hopes to play.
New Haven reports Coy, Edward Harris, full back, elected Yale’s field captain as Burch withdraws from play due to injury. Burch remains formal captain while Coy leads the eleven on the gridiron. Burch to resign.
The column mixes college football and basketball chatter with mentions of Yale Princeton and other teams. It comments on McCoy and Columba’s era, Harvard Yale Yale and the Ivy League vibe, and hints at upcoming games and key players like Johnson and Duane while noting media coverage shifts and possible future meetings.
Football practice at the Naval Academy focuses on Harvard game tactics after a strong showing by veterans and newcomers. Key players Meyer and Lange shine, with Clay or Dalton expected at halfback as Navy studies Yale and Army schemes to sharpen defense and backfield play.
Cambridge October 23 Harvard wraps a week of closed practice for the Navy game to be played Saturday. Captain Butte is back from a cold, White and Corbett pace the offense, Campbell improves at end with strong wing play, and the undergraduates foresee victory despite cautious predictions of a one touchdown margin. Rentals depart tonight for Annapolis to witness the contest.
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