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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Oct 31, 1908
Page
16
Sporting editors weigh Moran versus Attell and a rising featherweight scene. The column notes Moran’s resolve, claims he could rival Attell in a longer bout, and discusses championship prospects amid New York boxing restrictions and other 122 pound contenders.
The article discusses wrestling’s star Jenkins and the Turk challenger, weighing a possible world match that could revive public interest. It notes Goetz and foreign opponents as potential outcomes, and contrasts amateur versus professional styles amid a volatile promotional scene.
Arrangements for a two round featherweight championship tent fight were made in Los Angeles but a weight dispute caused the bout to be called off. The Jeffries Athletic Club sought a revised offer and a meeting was scheduled to decide if the fighters would proceed.
Chicago reports Milwaukee boxing may resume after the election if Governor Davidson is reelected. The Wisconsin executive pressured reformers to halt boxing during a heated campaign, triggering investigations and a temporary pause. Milwaukee clubs faced scrutiny and delays, with hopes for a quick return to rings once politics cooled.
A window showcases new patterns from Atterbury Roycroft and High Art with sizes for many builds. Exclusive designs promise a wide choice before the election. Prices are offered to attract early selections for the good showing.
The Karsted Cup was granted to Pennie Tunean McLaughlin after winning the Montana tennis championship at Helena for the third time, with plans to establish a new trophy to honor future winners. Dr Alfred Karsted of Butte proposes a state wide trophy, to be named the Karsted Cup, to enhance annual competition and sustain rivalry among players and clubs.
Anaconda's football squad ran through a sharp practice session watched by a good crowd. Captain Corcoran led the team for over an hour with strong showings at both ends. Corcoran and Danielson stood out at halves, Barisch and Strakel expected to boost the lineup, Wilson and Harrington at ends tackled well and connected on the forward pass.
An anti gambling group in Sparks plans to consult Tom Williams and others to push legislation enabling Nevada horseracing for a year. They aim to make Nevada a major racing hub, inviting leading gambling figures and candidates to discuss chartering racing there.
Coach Rinehart leads 18 players from the State School of Mines against McIntosh's Aggies in Bozeman. Several regulars are out with injuries including a broken jaw end Helmerdinger. Lineup features Roach Condon Little Clinch Jenssen Howell Ralston Evans Gruse and Evans with substitutions Emily Daly Craig McKivenny sidelined for recovery. Previous meetings with Missouri teams cited as close, with an expectation of a tight contest today.
New York, Oct 2 The Yankees will train on George Stallings farm near Macon Georgia Stallings owns cotton plantations and fully equipped baseball ground on his property The Toronto team trained there before returning north in good shape The Yankees secured a lease on Southern league grounds making Macon the main training site Stallings manages the team The American League drafts many players from the New York State League Philadelphia Americans pick three players including two catchers The Yankees take Fielder Waris from Giants manager McGraw Early sold to Uilca Pitcher Works star of Syracuse joins Detroit Horses and brewery wagons are noted in a side remark about the era.
Chicago faces Minnesota in a crucial matchup with muddied footing under wet conditions. Stagg fears handling and the Gophers rely on weight and strong line play to counter Chicago’s faster backs and stout ends. Chicago’s line appears solid with Elliott Badenoch Hofsterman and Schommer Page ready to test Minnesota’s front.
West Point oct 29 ready for a hard battle tomorrow the army team conducts light signal practice with smooth execution. High hopes of victory over Princeton persist despite doubts about the Tigers strength. Army plans new plays to correct faults and faces Princeton with optimism and belief in a win.
Oct. 80 report signals strong Navy confidence ahead of a Saturday clash with the Red team, the first meeting in six years. Navy plans a sharp backfield, no Harvard-weakness display, and a husky squad arriving last night. Glenn Warner’s mood is gloomy, yet Annapolis expects full strength to counter Carl Aisle’s tricky lineup with a large cheering crowd anticipated.
Madison Oct 20 Wisconsin's football eleven, heavy and fast, plans a substantial victory over Marquette with new plays to dazzle opponents. Marquette arrives Saturday morning for the game as the Badgers aim at the Western title and take no chances. Pittsburg Oct 20 the Pirates seek a new first baseman or manager after negotiations with John Ganzel and opposition from patrons over last season's lack of a strong first base man.
Princeton fans travel with a large band to We Point to face the Army in what is billed as the season’s key game. Coach Roper addresses students, urging calm. The Tiger squad shows improved line and backfield play. Edwin Dion to start most of the game with Tinbutt subbing part of the time.
Ann Arbor rumors say Coach McGuigan faces a tough task as Vanderbilt arrives for a decisive clash with Michigan. The Commodores, paced by Germ any Schultz, display vigor in drills and appear ready to challenge the Wolverines, who have shuffled lines in practice.
Cambridge Oct 39 Harvard coaches anticipate a comfortable game against Brown tomorrow though fear of a result lingers on campus. Harvard has seven wins this year while Brown is not expected to cause much trouble. The team plans to rely on straight football with aim of two touchdowns, as the local crowd expects a decisive Crimson win.
Bozeman braces for a major clash at Interstate fair grounds as the Agricultural College team faces the State School of Mines of Butte. The match, pivotal for the state championship, follows a tie with Mines and a defeat of Montana by the same team. Interest surges after years without intercollegiate play.
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