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Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

May 15, 1910

Page

18

Cadillac Sets Low Upkeep Records Across Regions

Reports from New York Dayton and Indianapolis show Cadillac Thirty owners driving tens of thousands of miles with repair costs totaling only about 130 dollars for 191 cars. The three-region survey finds averages under one dollar per car for the season and most cars incurring no repairs at all.

Cadillac New York Dayton Ohio Indianapolis Agnes Layton Indianopoelia Menlion

Sharkey Foresees Jeffries Johnson Bout On July Fourth

Thomas Sharkey, citing inside knowledge, predicts James J Jeffries will overwhelm Jim Johnson within ten to fifteen rounds. He asserts Jeffries will rush Johnson, press the fight to Johnson’s corner, and dominate with hard left and right blows from the start, warning Johnson cannot match Jeffries’ prime form.

Thomas Sharkey James J Jeffries Sharkey Jeffries-Johnson Jeff Johnson Jeffries Depesters Jeffrray

Jeffries Still A Strong Contender In Comeback Talk

In a candid assessment, Kid McCoy says Jeffries remains fit and strong after retirement. He believes Jeffries could beat Johnson on July 4th, noting Jeffries’ stamina, powerful left hand, and ability to absorb punishment, while warning against overtraining.

English Meets Billy Bowman in Promoter's Top Card

George Monroe promotes a strong card headlined by Clarence English versus Billy Bowman, two fighters known for relentless exchanges. Bowman seeks redemption after tough opponents, while English thrives on taking hits and returning punishment. Two solid preliminaries set the stage for a likely thriller starting at 9 o'clock Thursday night.

George Monroe Clarence English Jack Robinson Billy Bowman Chattanooga Bowman

Odd Fellows Meeting in Athens Promotes Train Rates

The Odd Fellows event in Athens advertises reduced Seaboard rail fares. Round trip tickets go on sale May 21 to 36 and for the 7 a.m. train on May 25, offering affordable travel to the gathering.

Seaboard

Fight Over Referee Hangs by a Thread in Jeffries Johnson

San Francisco May 14 Special The Jeffries Johnson fight nears cancellation as refereeing candidates split Johnson backing Welch and Jeffries backing Smith. Tex Rickard frets while promoters fear an abrupt call off with forfeit talks and potential touring profits for Jeffries. Johnson accuses Coffroth and tensions mount over the third man choice.

San Francisco Jeffries-Johnson Tex Rickard Johnson Jeffries Berger Jack Welch Lee Edwie Smith

Sullivan rates Jeffries to win the big mill

John L. Sullivan predicts James J Jeffries will beat Jack Johnson in the Independence Day fight at Emeryville California. He argues Jeffries should prevail if his condition and strength remain high and notes the race angle shaping American views.

Sullivan Jeffries John L England Jeffries-Johnson New York Emeryville Cal James J Jeffries Jack Johnson America Corbett Hig

Anti Prize Fight Crusade Spurs Backers of Big Match

San Francisco May 14 promoters of the Jeffries Johnson firm insist on safeguards as the anti fight crusade grows. Tes Rickard says he will secure a Nevada permit for the big battle if California bars stand. Oakland Church Federation plans a mass meeting to discuss preventing the Emeryville fight with support from former Gov Pardee and Mayor Mout. Jack Johnson stays off ring work until Sunday amid the agitation.

Rickard Johnson Tex Jeffries Berger Granes Welch Eddie Smith Sam Jack Eddie Graney San Francisco Jeffries-Johnsaon Firmi Emeryville California Tes Rickard Nevada Church Federation of Oakland Goc Pardee Frank K Mout Jack Johnson

Pugilistic Gossip and Boxing Updates of 1910

Pugilistic gossip notes Joe Choynski predicting Jeffries will beat Johnson within seven rounds and Jim Driscoll mourning King Edward’s death in New Jersey. Corbett travels to Rowardennan to help Jeffries. Langford to join camp after May 1 bout. Nelson pursues $20,000 deal with Wolgast, planning California fight. Cross and Murphy set May 25 bout in New York. Jordan released to Toronto after knee surgery. Baseball notes Taft opposes advertising presence. spitball debate with Reisling and Walsh. Cubs’ Hveras Tinker in New York Giants chatter.

Sam Langford Jeffries Jeff Bam al Mobiac New York Battling Nelson Wolgast Nelson Neilson California

Comedian Bloom Signs as Coach for Louisville Team

Owner Grayson of Louisville American Association team signs rising comedian Max Bloom as summer coach after admiring his performance in A Winning Miss in Louisville. Bloom will coach on the bench and help keep the club in good humor during the season.

Grayson Louisville American Association Max Bloom Louisville

Comedian MAX BLOOM Linked to Louisville Coaching Lines

MAX BLOOM the comedian from A Winning Miss has been signed to coach on the Louisville base lines. Grayson imitates McGraw by hiring a professional funnyman for the coaching crew. Bloom, once a leading amateur hair player, is described as a dyed in the wool fan and may serve as a drawing card for crowds.

Max Bloom Louisville Grayson McGraw Giants Arlie Latham

Rowing schedule list for major regattas this year

A year of rowing events is listed with dates and hosts including American Rowing Association in Philadelphia May 21, Harlem Regatta Association in New York May 80, Schuylkill Navy in Philadelphia June 18, Mohawk and Hudson in Schnectady June 26, People’s Regatta Philadelphia July 4, New England Amateur in Boston July 4, Connecticut Valley in Springfield July 4, Long Island in New York July 9, Hudson River Amateur in New York July 16, Southwestern Amateur Regatta in St Louis July 16-17, National Regatta in Washington July 12-13, Junior Day Middle States regatta in Philadelphia or Baltimore September 6, and New England Amateur Regatta in Boston September 5.

American Rowing Association American Heary Philadelphia Harlem Regatta Association New York Schuykill Navy Mohawk and Hudson Rowing Association Schnectady People’s Regatta New England Amateur Rowing Association Boston Connecticut Valley Rowing Association Springfield Mass Long Island Rowing Association Harlem River Hudson River Amateur Rowing Association Southwestern Amateur Rowing Association St Louis Washington, D. C Baltimore

Rube Waddell Picks Cleveland for AL Pennant

The excerpt notes Rube Waddell naming Cleveland as the favorite for the American League pennant. It mentions Larry Lajoie and his handling of aging, with commentary on his hitting and impact, suggesting confidence in Cleveland's offensive strength and star players.

Rube Waddell Cleveland Larry Lajoie

Mobile Releases Stockdale in 14 Man Limit Shuffle

Mobile Alabama May 14 Otis Stockdale veteran pitcher of the Southern League was released outright by Mobile tonight that the team might get in the fourteen man limit Neal and Rhoton are the other two in the group

Mobile Stockdale Ala Otis Stockdale Neal Rhoton

Illinois Defeats Chicago In Close Dual Track Meet

In Champaign Illinois on May 14 Illinois defeated Chicago 67 to 59 in a tight dual track meet that remained undecided until the final event with Chicago leading until the broad jump.

Lhinois Chicago Champaigne Ilinois

Salary Volition in Sally League at Augusta Georgia May 14

Augusta Georgia May 14 special from secretary Farr reports every league club violates the salary law with a 25 dollar daily fine except Augusta. Warr says President Joyner confirms this, a meeting set for May 16 to take up Augusta’s complaint. Augusta holders push to enforce fines on all others to set a league-wide precedent amid prior disputes. Princeton Defeats Cornell in dual track meet at Princeton NJ by 60 to 53 with the final events deciding. both sides tie on firsts and clear margins.

Augusta Farr Warr Joyner Norcum Cubs Oudittong Chattanooga Princeton Cornell

Memphis Seaboard Service Improves Through Sleepers

Memphis service via Seaboard greatly improved with through sleepers and dining car. The train leaves Atlanta at 5 35 pm and arrives Memphis at 7 30 am. City Ticket Office in Peachtree. phones 100. Tickets priced at $8.

Memphis Seaboard Atlanta

Billy Griffith Battles Robinson in Armory Hall Clash

Billy Griffith meets Robinson for a Tuesday night bout at Armory Hall. Griffith vows a knockout inside ten rounds to secure real money and avoid the bone yard. Robinson trains hard, mocks Griffith’s age, and both men push extreme prep for a likely corking scrap.

Billy Griffith Jack Rolinson Harry Staten Armory Hall

Jeffries Spends Day in Boat on River

Ben Lomond Cal May 14 Tolling sway the early part of the day on the river in a boat was the hardest work done by Jeffries today He later expected to put on the gloves with his brother Jack Jeffries did not return from his trip to Santa Cruz last night until an hour later than his usual retiring time A specially prepared fish dinner at a nearby resort proved the cause of the delay Jeffries walked the 12 miles to Santa Cruz a good part of the way uphill in two hours and thirty five minutes

Ben Lomond Cal Jeffries Jack Santa Cruz

Yale to Try New Football Rules

Yale will try out the new football rules by calling back two weeks before college opens, selecting a squad of veteran players to work out the formations.

Yale New Haven Conn

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