Heavyweight mill declared off in volatile boxing bid
The event collapses after Fitzsimmons signals against McCoy and Sharkey's camp disputes terms. Fitzsimmons and Julian negotiate, then McCoy reportedly agrees to meet, with plans for a noon confrontation next Saturday at McCoy's location. Forfeits of 5000 dollars involve Simmons, O Rourke, Julian, and others amid heated club negotiations.
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New
York
Hob
Eltaximmons
Tom Sharkey
Julian
West Chester Athletic Club
O'Rourke
Athletic
Tahoe
Pom
Fitzsimmons
Sharke Jone
Kil McCoy
Pitesimmmoens
Jillian
AL Brith
George Tucker
McCoy
Manzie Wins Fight On Foul Call In Savannah
Savannah Ga March 20 Pete Manzl of Norfolk defeated Gary Veren of Savannah in a twenty five round glove contest. Referee Jenkins ruled a foul in the sixth round after warnings, awarding the decision to Manzl. The bout drew a large crowd and was described as hotly contested and lively.
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Savannah
Savanah
Pete Manzl
Norfolk
Gary Veronen
Mangle
Jenkins
Horton Law May Survive in Tight Albany Battle
Attacks tonight show the Lewis bill to repeal the Horton act enabling boxing and sparring faces likely defeat. A Republican Senate caucus moved to adopt it as a party measure but needs one more vote. Senator Coggeshall left the caucus and will not back the decision. Governor Roosevelt believes passage is possible with Democratic support if needed.
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Albany
N.Y
Lewis
Coggeshall
Roosevelt
Joe Gans Favored in Broadway Lightweight Title Bout
New York March 20 Joe Gans is a strong betting favorite for the light weight championship fight to be staged at the Broadway Athletic Club with victory considered highly likely.
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Victor
New York
Joe Gans
Broadway Athletic Club
Odds and bets surge ahead of next Friday boxing night
What appears to be a lively betting scene surrounds the upcoming Friday bout with Erne at the ringside. Wagering has reached odds of 10 to 1 against the favorite as farm sheets predict a near two to one chance of victory for the challenger. Al Smith and "Honest John" Kelly feature as the largest known winger bets, with one backer wagering $1000 to $808 on fan wins. Buffalo observers are expected to contribute substantial sums to the pool as excitement builds.
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Erne
al Smith
John" Kelly
Buffalo
Horses Bring Good Prices in Bates Dispersal Sale
New York March 20 The dispersal sale of the late Ghades F Bates property at Madison Square Garden drew a large crowd including J B Haggin H Eugene Leleh J Holloway J H Schults and Henry Coxey and Brown Donna. Bids opened at 30 and sales closed with Henry of Philadelphia purchasing several horses while Daily News Daily Report titles The Whirl of the Town and Sporting Life titles realized varied sums. The Only One and The Conqueror brought 1500 for Daily News and 86 for Daily Report.
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C. F. Bates
York
Ghades F. Bates
Maditeen
J. B. Haggin
H. Eugene Leleh
J. Holloway
J. H. Schults
H. &. Henry
Coxey and
Brown Donna
Henry
Philadelphia
W. OH. Bernard
Town
Sporting Life
Albert L. Johnson
Daily News
Daily Report
New Orleans Trots Fall to Heavy Track Conditions
Four favorites ran first as heavy track hindered the racing card at New Orleans today. Acushila faded from four to three to one odds in the dust race, and Winkfeld won the opening by two lengths. Other races featured tight finishes with notable names like Shinfane and Dissolite among the runners. Third race results, times, and entries listed. Philly-like suspense surrounds the main mile events.
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Siarch
Acushila
Ite
Weil
Wis Rue
Ob Winkfeld
Ane
Easty
Ben Chane Villator
Ual
Sesonel
eJoynt
Utah
Ing Guest
Vlantaly
Mitchell
Yedderstrand
Shinfane
Dissolite
Major Mansir
Jenne
Alvin Woohied
Fred Hiewson
Boland
Tuatey Ort Miller
L. Rose
Misa Kringle
Reis
Toon
Halle
France
Tchwerk
Eva Blee
Wedderstrand
Tito
Albert Vale
Roland
Aratomi Tau
Fox
Tal
Milelid
Bertin
Little Treggley
Clarence
Menu
Marion Sanson
Zola
Elila
Plirtatlon
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Scrivener
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MeJcymt
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Hee Mitchell
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Gration
Wolhorst
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Joe Hell
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Im Hore
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Prospero
Jac Shelby
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Inshileids
Raetus
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Maunangah
Loz
Kitty
Mrant
Laca
Rannie
Ene
Musket
Volandres
Virginia
Richmond
Baers
Virgin Baseball
Petersburg
Norfolk
Portsmouth
Newport News
Hampton
Roanoke
Lynchburg
Widow of North Carolina Governor Louisa Holden Dies at Home
Mrs. Louisa V. Holden widow of Governor William W. Holden died suddenly today at her Raleigh home of heart disease. She was sister of M. W. Harrison of Raleigh. he served as an officer in the Mexican War and commanded a Raleigh Confederate company. She was aged in her later years.
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North Carolina
Raleigh, N
Louisa V. Holden
William W. Holden
Hervenly
Yar W. JE. Harrison
Raleigh
Uxx
Back Taxes On University Lands Taken Up In Jefferson County
The Jefferson County Board of Revenue considered taxing University of Alabama lands, with Back Tax Commissioner K P Wetmore absent due to illness. Captain James E Webb argued for exemption, citing state and federal charters. trustees and supporters presented that university lands remain untaxed, and a final hearing is set for April.
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Webb
Jie
Supreme Court
University
Congress
Alabrina Wa Real
Alabama
Captain Webb
J. J. Garrett
Commissioner Wetmore
Stevens Wing of Republicans Plans State Convention
Birmingham March 20 Special The state executive committee of the Stevens wing of the Republican party met at Jackson's hall in this city last night and decided to call a state convention to meet at Montgomery April 19. The date and place were announced.
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Republican Party
Birmingham
Ali
Stevens
Jackson’s Hall
Montgomery
30 Days Trial Free Belt Promises Health for Men
An advertisement claims a magnetic belt and suspensory restore vigor and strength for men. It cites testimonials from George A Johnson and others across multiple states, urging readers to request a free 30 day trial and to respond by sending a stamp for a reply. The offer promises a full refund if unsatisfied.
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George A Johnson
J. W. Spencer
Grafton
WL Va
Zahrhaus
Sharpsburg
George R. Makley
Oneonta
N. Y
John Bb. Bardsley
Gunnison
Colo
S. L. Fry
Redding
Iowa
Renly
Prof
A. Chrystal
Marshall
Mich
Stevens's Regular Republicans Conclude State Convention
The Stevens faction held a sparsely attended meeting with few politicians present, and white leaders say the faction is practically dissolved. Reportedly Stevens sought overtures to the regular committee yesterday, but the move was ignored.
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Stevens
Successful Alabamian Dead Rudolph Ehrman Passes Away
Rudolph Ehrman a prominent lumber manufacturer died at his residence near his Swift creek mills in Clanton Alabama after a brief illness. He was about forty seven, left substantial Birmingham property including a South Highlands home and three daughters Helen Gertrude and Alvis traveling in Europe. He had remarried two years earlier to a daughter of Captain Hardman and his wife and son were with him. Ehrman was long associated with Colonel William Youngbinod in the lumber business and was respected as a capable and successful businessman.
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Rudolph Ehrman
Birmingham
Ala
Swift Creek
Clanton
Oak Hill
Ehrman
South Highlands
Helen
Gertrude
Alvis
Europe
German envoy aid claim sparks Pretoria march tension
The Pall Mall Gazette reports a tale that Dr. Leyds spread of German intervention schemes with the German ambassador in Washington and the American consul in Pretoria allegedly plotting. The piece mocks the idea as a desperate yarn and notes Britain’s stance against outside intervention as Lord Roberts moves toward Pretoria.
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Germany
Lord Roberts
Pretoria
Downing Street
Farms Flying White Flags Report From Donkerspoort
A Daily Mall dispatch from Donkerspoort dated Monday March 1 reports farms twenty five miles west of Springfontein flying white flags. British troops were cordially received and it is said Mr Steyn is trying to rally the Boers who declare they have had enough.
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Mathias Steyn
London
Daily Mall
Donkerspoort
Philippippopolis
Springfontein
Steyn
ANSI
Indian famine costs strain imperial budget
London dispatch reports the India office annual financial statement showing a 1899-1900 surplus of £255,000 and an estimated 1900-1901 surplus of £160,000, yet famine expenditures reach £2,055,000 with 1900-1901 projected at £3,935,400. Despite a healthy budget outside famine, a £500,000 temporary loan in England and a three crore rupees ways and means loan are anticipated to cover needs.
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London
India Office
England
Milner Denies Authority Over Transvaal Property Alienations
Cape Town March 20 Sir Alfred Milner governor and British high commissioner issues proclamation declaring the imperial government will not recognize as valid or effectual any alienations of property including land railroads or mines within the Transvaal or the Orange Free State or any interest in or encumbrance or concessions granted by those governments.
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Milner
Kruger and Steyn
Cape Town
Alfred Milner
South Africa
Transvaal
Orange Free State
Dr Hunter McGuire in Critical Condition After Paralysis
Richmond Virginia March 20 Dr Hunter McGuire the renowned surgeon who was paralyzed last night is in an extremely critical condition Conscious but unable to speak His entire right side is affected The paralysis came from a brain embolism not apoplexy Physicians warn recovery may take days He has been in poor health for about two years Meanwhile in Buda Pesth twenty four peasants drowned when a boat capsized crossing the Danube during a gale near Salovsa to Paya
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Virginia
Richmond
Hunter McGuire
McGuire
Buda Pesth
Danube
Salovsa Tor Paya
Georgian Tells a Remarkable Story To Tennesseans
Memphis police locate J T Cobb the fan who claimed a Grenada Miss mob assault and expulsion. Cobb an escaped lunatic from LaGrange Ga will be returned today. He arrived in Memphis bruised and battered with no backing evidence beyond his injuries. He admits confinement and says Georgia authorities will verify his tale.
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Memphis
Tenn
J.T. Cobb
Grenada
Miss
Cobb
LaGrange
Georgia
Coth
McKinley face on Porto Rico and Philippines policy
General Lew Wallace accuses the administration of aiming to turn Porto Rico and the Philippines into colonies under presidential rule. He calls for a constitutional amendment requiring consent of the American people before any foreign territory can be governed as a colony.
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Indianapolis
Ind
Lew Wallace
Porto Rico
Philippines
Wallace
United States
POKEJOY KILLS DONOHUE IN TENN SHOOTING
At Luttrell Tennessee T J Pokejoy shot and killed Charles Donohue a son of a prominent local farmer after a depot conversation and a short walk away from bystanders. The killer rode home and fled the scene citing a business misunderstanding as a possible motive.
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Luttrell
Tenn
Knoxville
T. J
Pokejoy
Charles Donohue
Pokeiey
Donahue
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