Creedon Victor Defeats O'Brien in Ninth Round
Dan Creedon of Australia defeated Dick O'Brien of Boston in the ninth round at Broadway A. C. New York report notes O'Brien showed grit and took punishment while Creedon faded late, referee stopped two minutes fifty eight seconds into the round with Creedon the winner. about 2000 spectators attended the bout. Billy Whistler and Eddie Curry carded a later ten round clash. Creedon weighed about 151 pounds while O'Brien weighed around 160.
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Jem Mace
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Tim McGrath
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Jack Burns
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Dick Grogg
B A A Fixtures Outline Cross Country Marathon Prep
The B A A fixtures list for 1897 details multiple cross country runs to build endurance for the April 19 Marathon race, with potential Greek entrants. Events include December open cross country at Coolidge's Corner, gym events, January ten mile run, February and March cross country tests, and a June all round meeting.
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BA A Cross Country Handicaps Set For Today Race
Handicaps for the B A A cross country run are listed for a 3 30 pm start from M T Gym to Coolidge’s Corner and back. Competitors include Murphy, Osgood, Mayhew, Lensingh, Angus, Gillson, Campbell, Morse, Burton, Hutchinson, Morison, Porter, Foote, Blackmore, Mills, Pope, Blake, Grant, Moore, Crawford, Hall and Barrett among others.
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A. Blake
R. Grant
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Newton
E. W. Crawford
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E. J. Barrett
Boston
Corbett, Fitzsimmons Fight Offer Seen in San Francisco
CORBETT TALKS IN NEW YORK ABOUT DAN STUARTS $15,000 PURSE FOR A FINISH FIGHT BETWEEN JAMES J. CORBETT AND FIGHTER FITZSIMMONS. HE CITES A SAFER SAN FRANCISCO OFFER AND HINTS AT AN EARLY DECISION. IF FITZ ACCEPTS, HE WILL LEAVE FOR THE WEST. OTHERWISE A FINISH FIGHT MAY BE UNAVOIDABLE.
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Slavin Arrested in Newark for Assault Charge
Frank P. Slavin, the pugilist, was arrested in Newark today and held on $200 bail on assault and battery charges. His former manager, Dr. John A. Dougherty, accuses Slavin of brutal assault last night. Dougherty is confined to bed.
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Boxing Gossip outlines Corbett Fitzsimmons talks in New York
Dan Stuart travels from the West to arrange a finish fight for the championship with both champions ready to fight. Dick Burge posts 250 in Birmingham for a 144 pound bout and bets 5000 to 4000 he defeats the American. Cripple Creek report notes Mike Queenan KOing Billy Woods in twelve rounds for a 3400 purse.
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Ireland
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Spain Hails Cuba Policy In President's Message
Semi official Madrid reports say government and conservative circles in Spain are pleased with the Cuba section of the President's message. Initial dispatches caused irritation but full text led to approval. Sentiment favors better US Spain understanding and home rule for Cuba once provinces are pacified with specified fines.
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Southern Republicans meet McKinley in Canton cabinet talks
A large Southern Republican delegation including Senator-elect Wellington of Maryland and Rep Mudd called on Major McKinley in Canton to discuss Southern representation in the new cabinet. The group noted the South’s concerns and discussed the possibility of a Southern member joining the cabinet. Also visiting was Mrs Richard Robbins, National Council of Women official.
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Virginia
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Louisiana
James Hill
William P. Brownlow
Tennessee
J. E. Long
Florida
George Connelly
Washington
D. C
Boylston Defeats Prospects by 200 Pins in City League
In the City League at Boylston alleys the Boylstons beat the Prospects by over 200 pins, setting a team record with 2692 total. The single men from George C. Goodwin Co. won over the married men, and the Wilcox team of Chelsea easily defeated the Winthrops as scores rolled in at Carruths' alleys.
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Games on Carruths Alleys Two Interesting Bowling Games
Two engaging bowling matches were staged at Carruths Alleys showcasing local talent. Winners emerged in closely contested frames as spectators cheered the high scores and sharp plays throughout the evening.
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Bowling Score Ledger From Local Lane
Other bowling games list shows Wee Quincy-Carruths with 2476 for Quincys and Wat Brockton-Belvedere posting 2596 for Campello. Names and teams appear as fragmented entries in OCR.
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Sophomores Clash With Freshmen in Cambridge Play
In Jacob Sleeper Hall Cambridge the sophomore and freshmen clash during the annual celebratory play. Sophomores sabotage the freshmen production A Cyclone for a Cent with megaphone antics and projectiles while aiding lines for missing actors. Josephine E Twisden starred as Adelaide with others including Charles Brown Archie Noble James Davies Mabel Griffin and George Currier in this Philomathean Society event.
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Cambridge
Philomathean Society
Wilysophs
Belinda
Josephine E. ‘Lwisden
Adelaide
Charles Brown
William Shelton
Archie Noble
Fred Langford
James Davies
John Smith
Mabel Griffin
Belinda Mervin
George Currier
Patte
First race at four and a half furlongs selling results
Four and one half furlongs race produced Mask first by W Morris at 6 to 1. Benvolla driven by Coleman placed second at 2 to 1. Miss Bowser third for Delehanty at 6 to 5. Time 59 seconds. Second race three quarters of a mile selling produced Thurless first for Carson Lawrence P. second out Helen T. place for McDermott and Keefe third at 3 to 1. Time 1 21. Third race seven eighths of a mile selling saw Dr. Jones win for Carson at 5 to 1. Mohawk second for Brooks at 5 to 1 place Tattersall third for Heinrichs. Time 1 31. Fourth race six and one half furlongs produced Marle Lovell first for Houlahan at 2 to 1. Eletro second for W Morris at 4 to 5 place Mr Waverly third at 4 to 5. Time 1 27. Fifth race four and a half furlongs Apples first for Donnelly at 2% to 1. Juanita second for Patton at 2 to 1 place McHenry third for Heinrichs at 1 to 2. Time 58 seconds.
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Coleman
Miss Bowser
Delehanty
Thurless
Carson
Lawrence P
McDermott
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Keefe
Dr. Jones
Mohawk
Brooks
Tattersall
Heinrichs
Marle Lovell
Houlahan
Eletro
Mr. Waverly
Apples
Donnelly
Juanita
Patton
McHenry
Thoroughbred Card for Daily Races
First race Parulette and Chieftain. second race Baritone and Finnwater. third race Rosita and Plenty. fourth race Fagin and Pickpocket. fifth race Maraschino and Dr. Reed.
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Chieftain
Baritone
Finnwater
Rosita
Plenty
Fagin
Maraschino
Reed
Public lectures and events in Boston area
Arrangements for a Div 2 Ancient Order of Hibernians public lecture at Hibernian Hall Havre Street feature Mr William Healey Harvard 1898, on Daniel O Connell Life Times and Character. Massachusetts Ploughman Farmers meet at Wesleyan Hall Bromfield with Miss Mary E Cutler on Golden Side of Fruit Raising. Boston Post Office Clerks Mutual Benefit ball Wednesday with souvenir for guests. Meagher Literary Association first hall event at Institute Hall Cambridge Friday with Emmett's Orchestra. James Logan Gordon opens Steinert Hall Sunday 3 p m with What Is Religion debate.
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Havre Street
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Bromfield Street
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Holliston
Boston Post Office Clerks’ Mutual Benefit Association
Coveney
Thomas Francis Meagher
Police Board Hearing Details Bebro Case Involves Inspector McCausland
Inspector McCausland faced trial before Commissioner Clark on charges of coercing Joseph Bebro of Rollins-Harlow to settle a debt owed to Mandeville Pruyen. Testimony portrayed Bebro as using alias names and operating a dubious business, with witnesses noting Bebro’s poor reputation and past arrests in London Brussels and New York. The hearing revealed disputed methods and threats, while McCausland described his actions as acting within police duties to aid recovery of funds.
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Rollins-Harlow
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Hesseltine
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London
Brussels
America
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Joseph Jackson Company
W. &. Tewksbury
Emil Judley
Meek
Brookline
Myra E. Stearn
Hotel Venice
West Newton Street
Bebra
Josephs
Leary
Division 2
Watts
Lyons
Mr. Bebro
Pimples blamed for D masds increased by pimples says ad
An advertisement asserts that D maids are more OS due to pimples than by anything else. It promotes John H. Woodbury as Cupid's agent who cures pimples at 11 Winter street Boston.
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Swindle Allegations End Testimony In Bebro Case
Lawyers spar over Bebro charges as Inspector McCausland faces questions about past warrants. Hesseltine calls Bebro's action a swindle while Bangs seeks formal arguments. Commissioner Clark will deliver a decision after deliberation by the board.
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Capitol Liquor Bill Sparks House Prayer Debate
In Washington a morning prayer by Chaplain Couden referenced the bill banning liquor sales in the Capitol, sparking excitement. The joint commission on the free use of alcohol in arts and manufactures had its resolution extended.
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Cushing Returns From New York With Eight Hour Run
Torpedo boat Cushing completed the trip from New York in about eight hours at eighteen knots, using one boiler in each case. Officials tested torpedo boat No 6 at Bristol, noting 275 revolutions without vibration, with starboard engine to start tomorrow and official trials planned off Newport. Newport will host the trial board as steam craft cover the course for the tests and firemen practice.
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Fitzgerald at Home Urges Democratic Ticket Support
Congressman Fitzgerald returned from Washington to aid the Democratic ticket in the city election. He praises the nominees for Aldermen, street commissioner, School Board and Common Council, citing experience in public affairs and urging united party support. He discusses Cuba policy, tariff prospects, and notes plans to present the battleship Massachusetts gift in Boston with Secretary Herbert. He expects to return to Washington soon and anticipates further legislative action before Cleveland leaves office.
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Rally in Ward 17 Hosts Democratic Rally at Columbian Hall
A rousing Democratic rally drew a large crowd at Columbian Hall in Ward 17. Daniel Fitzpatrick presided as speeches were given by Representatives Charles I. Quirk G H Norton M J Reidy and Thomas L Noonan Councilman William J Miller James H Queeney and candidates John P Lanigan Timothy F McCarthy and Timothy L Connolly. McCarthy announced his bid for president of the council citing his intention to win.
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Daniel Fitzpatrick
Charles I. Quirk
G. H. Norton
M. J. Reidy
Thomas L. Noonan
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James H. Queeney
John P. Lanigan
Timothy F. McCarthy
Timothy L. Connolly
McCarthy
Sparrow on Color Line Letter From Boston Resident
George Sparrow defends colored people against a pastor's critique of race relations in Massachusetts. He asserts no color line exists among locals, praises educated black men, and condemns the claim of widespread assimilation to white society. Concludes with a weather note promoting Dr Bull's Cough Syrup.
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Oak Street
Records Broken at Boston College Indoor Meet
Boston College juniors won the class trophy by a large margin as two college records fell. Robert Croker and Ed J Grainger set new marks in the 25 yard dash and running high jump respectively, with Grainger also placing highly in multiple events. The meet featured strong showings in sprints, jumping events, and relays, with notable performances by Ed J Grainger and M. F. Flynn among others.
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M. F. Flynn
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P. F. O'Connell
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P. Sarsfield Cunniff
James T. Landrigan
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Leo F. J. O'Neil
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Albert C. Mullen
Joseph R. Williams
Thomas C. Vahey
Gold Democrats form reduced executive committee in Indianapolis
The executive committee of the gold Democrats met in Indianapolis with a sub committee of Peabody Bullitt and Halde man appointed to replace the executive panel for four years. The group, now widely scattered, seeks a more wieldy body during non campaign years when no national contests are on the horizon.
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Fenway Garden proposed cycle show and academy plan
Boston cycle leaders discuss a February show and revived Fenway Garden project near Back Bay Fens with indoor track arena riding school and skating rink. Stock at $10 share to fund a central building and twin towers with arch entrance. promoters aim to open within a year.
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Chronograph Club
W. T. White
White Sewing Machine Company
Frank T. Fowler
Boston
John C. Bowe
Long Bow
Syracuse Cycle Company
C. H. Ferguson
Mt. Washington
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Dr Swett's Vegetable Compound Ad by Botanic Depot
A historical advertisement for Dr. Swett's Vegetable Compound made from hoarhound slippery elm flax seed and other botanicals. Sold in large bottles for 25 cents and 25 cents for one quart of syrup. An endorsement claims it alleviates coughs soothes irritation and can subdue tendencies to consumption while aiding cramp asthma and lung ailments. Prepared at the N E Botanic Depot 245 Washington St by Geo W Swett M D props.
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