Agler hailed by Chase as top first baseman pick
The Sporting Editors column notes HAL CHASE, former Yankees manager, praising Joe Agler as a superior first baseman. Farnsworth recalls Chase’s Newark sighting and his plan to acquire Agler if his managerial path allows. The piece also discusses training methods for Olympians and Gotch versus Americus in a recent wrestling bout.
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No More Easy Sunday Coin for Ball Players
New York and Brooklyn major league players are accused of playing Sunday baseball for semi pro teams under assumed names. Officials probe payments from 100 to 250 dollars to stars, with some earning up to 250 in a Sunday gig before returning to regular duties. A sweeping order may bar under contract players from accepting offers from semi professional managers.
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Charley White Loses Bout With Shugrue in New York
Young Shugrue outpoints Charley White in a spirited ten round bout at the St Nicholas Athletic club before about 6000 fans. The Chicago featherweight had been in strong Eastern campaign form but was halted by Shugrue's sharp punching and defense.
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Hatch in Olympic Run
Sidney Hatch, noted Marathon runner, will compete in the Olympic games in Stockholm. River Forest residents elect to fund his trip after he declined to pay his own expenses, accepting a supplementary berth. He sails next week.
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World rifle record set by British sergeant at Ayrshire
Report from Ayr shire Scotland confirms Sergeant Martin of the British army set a new world rifle mark in New York at 900 1000 and 1100 yards with an aggregate 222 of 225. He hit 16 straight bull's-eyes at 1000 yards.
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Dr Roller Wins Match in Dallas Wrestling Event
In Dallas Texas on June 19 Dr B K Roller of Seattle defeated Yussiff Hassane the Turk in two straight falls. The first fall lasted one hour thirteen minutes and the second thirty one minutes.
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Attell and Murphy Set for July Fourth Title Bout
Abe Attell and Tommy Murphy are booked for a twenty round match at Cal City on July 4. Both fighters will enter the ring at 188 pounds.
Yale Downs Harvard In New Haven Baseball Clash
Yale defeated Harvard 9 to 6 in New Haven Connecticut as both teams struggled with pitching. Yale capitalized on timely hits while Harvard pitchers were inconsistent throughout the game.
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Confidence to Win Ball Games Shifts Senators and Crackers
Washington's Senators seemingly catch a winning bug while Atlanta falters as both teams ride psychology. The piece critiques Washington's sudden streak and Clark Griffith's management, notes Crackers strengthen with Hemphill, and forecasts Southern League contenders Birmingham Mobile New Orleans Chattanooga Memphis Atlanta Montgomery Nashville race dynamics with jockeys and racehorse imagery.
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Fodder for Fans Sammy Strang Back From Paris Roars
Sammy Strang Nicklin returns from Paris where he had his voice manicured and is seen practicing with the Giants. Ray Caldwell may visit Bonesetter Reese for treatment and Ed Sweeney wars with a busted hand, while Sid remains a fragile grand catcher. Brisk talk surrounds McGraw, water bans on Polo grounds, and a $7,000 deal that stalls as Lawrence fielding offers improves. Hughey Hearne eyed for Troy manager, Cardinals and Dodgers discuss trades, Bresnahan seeks to move Ellis, and Ebbets questions any lineup changes amid rising club-wide concerns.
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Pari mutuel system protects bettor in Kentucky incident
In Lexington Kentucky Prof Rocco Grella director of Grella's band was refunded 90 dollars after a cashier mis gave change on a five dollar bet. The Kentucky Racing Association and state racing commission confirmed the overpayment was identified by the finance committee after closing the spring meeting books.
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Yale and Harvard rowers finish final prep in New London
Final practice day in New London before the Thames clash. Yale and Harvard eights report excellent condition as they prepare to toss for positions and begin practice tomorrow.
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Boxing notes from ringside crowd in multiple matchups
Several boxing items listing upcoming fights and possible matchups. Harry Brewer vs Kid Johnson in St Louis for eight rounds. Bombardier Wells trains for ten rounds with Al Palzer in New York. Freddie Andrews vs Ben Borgardus in Janesville tonight. Jack Britton linked with Jack Goodman in New York. Leach Cross avoids Britton. Mike Gibbon to earn 2500 for July 4 Buffalo bout, possible Jimmy Clabby rival. Willie Ritchie vs Joe Mandot in New Orleans next Monday. Eddie Murphy favored over Matty Baldwin in Boston. Jim Stewart earns right to face Luther McCarthy, possibly July 4. Ketchel-Donahue postponed to tomorrow in Peoria. K O Brown leaves Gotham for San Francisco July 4. Promoters offer Jack Johnson Joe Jeannette 30000 for 30 rounds. Joe Rivera may win lightweight title July 4 but risks relinquishment soon due to Wolgast growth.
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Muse's Shirts Parade of Summer Comfort
A vivid sales pitch extols Muse's shirt department with a breezy, friendly tone. It highlights soft fabrics, stylish cuts, and a wide range of summer shirts suited for outing, office, and social wear, claiming all good shirts on the market are at Muse's.
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