England's Greatest Fighter Dies in Obscurity
Charley Mitchell once England's heavyweight champion dies in London amid financial struggle. The 50 year old fighter faced Sullivan in 1883 and Corbett in 1887, earning fame for footwork and grit. His passing marks the end of an era in British boxing as memories fade.
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Rivalry at La Guayra: American and German Cruisers Race
The United States cruiser Cincinnati and the German Gazelle, anchored off La Guayra, engage in boat races after earlier contests. A Yankee cutter beat the German in four figure-of-eight laps and again on a windy Sunday, with a future gale test planned. Champagne prizes will be shared by judges and spectators.
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Detroit club reshapes lineup with McGuire on season plans
The Detroit club confirms McGuire will play there next season amid reports he might return to Brooklyn. Dwyer states Elberfeld and Barrett have signed for Detroit, while McGraw claims New York has their contracts. Boston American adds Jesse Stone hit .378 in 69 games in the Western. Nicholls, a rising young talent, draws attention, and James Hassett, acclaimed umpire, is set to join the American league staff.
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New York
Jesse Stone
Boston American
Charley Nichols
James &. Hassett
Baseball News From Portland to Brooklyn and Beyond
The article traces player moves and honors across the season. It notes Kitson planning to join Detroit with a $4000 deal and a $1000 advance, Joe Kelley on first base challenges, McGraw’s rising fame, a cigar line named after a New York firm, and Cleveland’s missed chances with La Joie Flick and Bernhardt. It mentions Jack Weimer receiving a cigar box for a home run, a Texas mascot tale, Frank Kramer’s European sprint tour, Eddie Bald and Arthur Zimmerman heading for Europe, and George N. Holden’s 10 mile American road record. It cites Weimer’s future mascot plan and trainer challenges in managing multiple racing prospects at home while racing elsewhere.
Webster City uses a monkey mascot in local baseball tale
A Webster City Iowa baseball team features a 2% pound midget monkey named Dodo from Java as its mascot. The lively animal sparked fan chatter and an infamous moment against Algona when Dodo disrupted play and helped Webster City regain the lead, after which Algona avoids him at the plate.
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Loftus credits hay fever with baseball bargains
Washington manager Tom Loftus jokes that his sneezing fits to cry in the hotel lobby coerce players into signing contracts. He says the habit helps him handle daily offers from agents as players seek higher pay during wartime.
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Georgetown Sprinters Duffey Wefers Feature Strong Return
Duffey of Georgetown University faces doubt over knee but runs strongly at Clintonville England meet, losing 100 yards to Murray. Bernard Wefers, former sprinting great, reemerges with world record pace notes and pervasive praise, while Duffey matches several Wefers marks and both are hailed as credit to amateur athletics.
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Tennis Men Tour England For Wimbledon Next Summer
American players including Larned Whitman Davis Ward Wright and Clothier plan to travel to England for Wimbledon next summer after successful international meets this year. The Dohertys may not attend to defend doubles titles due to heat at Newport. The note mentions Aeolian and Pianola as musical marvels and Montana Music Co at 119 North Main Street.
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Montana Election Call on County Commissioners Amendment
Notice details a proposed constitutional amendment to Article XVI Section 4 in Montana. It outlines terms of three county commissioners, election sequencing for 1907 1909 1912, vacancy appointment, and ballot wording with approval requirements. Included is certification by Secretary of State George M. Hays and a Democratic primary call for Silver Bow County with delegate totals and offices to be nominated at the county convention in Butte.
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Headquarters of the People's Party State Executive Committee
The notice names A. E. Spriggs as chairman and J. H. Calderhead as treasurer of the State Executive Committee with D. M. Hinds listed in connection with the organization. The fragment outlines leadership positions within the party apparatus.
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