Centenary of Boxing as A Sport in the Americas
A 1916 perspective recalling boxing in America from its primitive, rough origins to a recognized sport. The article traces early bouts, racial and social dynamics, key figures like Molineaux, Hyer, Beasley, and later champions, and notes the evolving rules and public attitudes shaping boxing’s place in American culture.
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Americas
Feadipe
America
Amercan
Jacob Hoer
Kentucky
Tennessee
Ohio
Bionda
South
England
Mugland
Ireland
Richmond
Molimeaux
Feyton
Virginia
Richmont
Ivheral Whatsona
Payton
Abe
Molineaux
Tom
Molineaua
Davin
Tom Cribb
Gribb
Tom Molineau
Ring
Tom Molineaux
Cribb
Jacob Hyer
Thomas Heasley
Jacobs
Warke Champton
Samuel O Rourke
New Orleans
Burke
States
Canada
Len Gaunt
Charlie Ireeman
Reeman
Lagland
Bill Ter
Tipton
Tom Hyer
Jacob
Fia Principa Ilval
Yankee Sullivan
Heenan
Sayers
Morrisses
Songr
Mike Malone
Coburn
Mails
Lynne Elliott
Tom Ailen
Joe Gass
Padgy Ryan
John L Sallavan
Jeffries Tohnson
Willard
Queensbury
Iongiand
Baslag
Furans
Rthaz
Hogarth
George Bellows
Fyron
Maeterlinck
Jack London
Vox
Roosevelt
Earl of Peterborough
Kitchener
George
Gotham Show Reveals Trends Of Industry
A New York exhibition signals progress in auto design and pricing trends as Paige Detroit Water Car Company’s Henry Krohn notes Europe’s Streamline styling and new spring features influence American builders. The event showcases six cylinder dominance, refined chassis, and a white and blue touring model drawing crowds and admiration.
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New York
Henry Krohn
Paige Detroit Water Car Company
Orcauree
Arohn
York
Paine
Wwe
Sli
Laulx
Ark
Bea
Wise Manager's Soft Soap Tactics Win Hard Bout Against a Better Man
A veteran manager explains how soft tactics and quick thinking helped him overcome a stronger opponent in a tense bout. The account centers on strategic twists, a dramatic ring exit, and a dramatic call to action that unsettled rivals midfight.
Batchelor to Head Maxwell Sales Force in Atlanta
Maxwell company moves to Atlanta, leasing a Peachtree Street building and assigning veteran salesman Batchelor as manager. He brings broad auto industry experience to recruit locally, aiming to strengthen Maxwell's southern sales force and capitalize on Atlanta's growing car market.
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Batchelor
Maxwell Sales Force
Atlanta
Maxwell Company
Peachtree Street
H Batchelor
Waawell
South
Ketchel’s Brains Saved Him In A Hard Battle
Susie Ketchel faced a tougher foe in a rough bout, using wits to outmaneuver Tommy Murphy. Ketchel describes a late warning from his corner and a sharp exchange that left Murphy dazed and defeated.
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Ketchel
Malcolm MacLean
Susie Ketchel
Elise
Mike Gibbons
Tommy Murphy
Antish Columbia
Ste
Ketone
Surphy
Retchel
Lo Stagserag
Bos
Ketenel
Allen Motor Company Increases Capital and Capacity
The Allen Motor Company of Fos sforia Ohio raised capital from 5000 to 100000 dollars as it expands production. In the past ninety days it added over 60000 square feet of floor space and boosted output to five times 1914 levels, with 30000 cars of the Model 37 touring car eyed for next year. W Allen noted plans to prioritize American dealers before expanding exports.
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Alien Motor Company
Fossforia Ohio
Allen Company
Allen Motor Company
Cara
Buelmene
W . Allen
America
Marist College Aims for Prep Title in Bid for Pennant
Marist College projects a strong prep league run this season led by veterans Gala Dodge Harrison and Jerniwan plus a robust new squad. Coach Bean reports a large turnout and tight depth as they pursue the basketball pennant, with regulars Prescott Wrigily Cheves Desales Harris on course to hold spots.
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Marist College
Peacock
Dodge
Frank Harrison
Jerniwan
Joe Bean
Matt
Presecott
Wrigily
Cheves
Desales Harrison
Mississippi Sport Champion Bird Dog
Rogera Springs Tenn January 15 Mississippi Sport a setter owned by R H Sidway of Buffalo NY and handled by P C Oolis Booneville Miss today was awarded the amateur champion hunting dog title over fifteen finalists in the All American Field Trials club championship stake Netberby Jack entered by William Armstrong High Point NC and handled by Dr H Miller Bolivar Tenn placed second Bains Dam another midway entry handled by Ly Dis won the bird money and the setter Doc Baller owned by Ty Ashford Birmingham Ala and handled by H W Brooks Springville Ala placed fourth The amateur derby final event was not concluded today.
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Rogera Springs Tenn
Mississippi
R H Sidway
Buffalo
P C Oolis
Booneville
Miss
Ah-America Fields
Mississipp
William Armstrong
High Point
H Miller
Bolivar, Tenn
Bains Dam
Ly Dis
Doc Baller
Ty Ashford
Birmingham
H W Brooks
Springville Ale
Firestone issues tire care book for motorists
The Firestone Tire and Rubber Company of Akron Ohio issues a guide titled The Care and Repair of Tires. It aims to help motorists reduce wasteful tire expense by detailing essential tire care practices and safety considerations.
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Firestone Tire and Rubber Company
Akron
Ohln
Paige Six-46 Car Described as Proven, Safe Investment
The Paige Fairfield Six-46 is praised as a proven, safe automobile with a durable six cylinder engine. Owners’ testimony backs its reliability, while critics note competing 1916 models are untested. The ad highlights power, throttle control, steerable pace, and European-inspired design as reasons for its popularity.
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Paige
Farge
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Marty Cutler
Benton Harbor
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Parney Tichtenstein
Cutler
Itz
Smith
Shaw
Marty
Sith
Fitz
Peachtree
Epaige
Anit
Tairieid
Detroit Motor Car Company
Detroit, Michigan
W. J. Dabney Implement CO
State of Georgia
S. Forsyth
Atlanta, GA
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