Paddy Ryan Dies in New York After Convulsion
Ex champion heavyweight Paddy Ryan, once world titleholder before losing to Sullivan, died in Green Island New York after a morning convulsion. He earlier lived in West Troy and later worked in Albany, leaving a daughter. Died in poverty with many friends remembering him as a good man and willing fighter.
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Paddy Ryan the Trojan giant born in Thurles Ireland
Paddy Ryan born March 15 183 in Thurles County Tipperary Ireland came to the United States as a boy settling in Troy New York home to noted fighters Heenan Morrissey and others Heenan Morrissey and the rest were less noted pugilists Ryan fought in early bouts defending friends and later fought Jack Murphy who failed to appear The fight with Goss failed due to lack of funds and Ryan was attacked after leaving the ferry He was stabbed kicked and his teeth knocked out His backers accused but Goss denied involvement The match with Goss was postponed and the pair later met in a New York saloon fought again outsiders separated them Ryan issued a grand defiance to fight for the championship and $1000 a side He signed with Goss and fought near Collier Station West Virginia June 1 1880 after eighty seven rounds Ryan won The fall 1881 Sullivan challenged Ryan and three days after signing they fought near New Orleans February 7 1882 Sullivan won after beating Ryan badly Afterward Ryan wandered the country and once planned to open a Boston saloon but did not.
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Tailor Made Overcoats at R T Almy Buy Warmest Styles
Over 300 winter overcoats in the latest fabrics go on sale Saturday at R T Almy Co 602 Washington Street Boston. Genuine frieze kersey and Vienna overcoats priced from 10 to 15 with satin backs and linings, Oxford cheviots at 12, full satin lined 30, plus 15 stylish trousers and winter suits from 10 to 15. Neckwear collars and cuffs and winter underwear offered with special sale prices. Store next door to Hotel Savoy.
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I Am Sorry John L. Sullivan Ex-Champion Death Note
Dec 14 fragment reports John L. Sullivan, former boxing champion, died. The message quotes him lamenting Ryan's passing and notes Sullivan as a respected figure in boxing history.
Excellence in Quality for New Clothes This Christmas
A seller invites customers with a promise of top quality garments this Christmas and in cold weather, labeling it the best inducement. The message emphasizes consistent excellence in product quality as the key appeal drawing customers to shop.
Lead Keel Design Complete For Boston Cup Defender
Boston yacht projects press ahead with lead keel design completion for the Eagle defender. Crowninshield oversees frame plans while Lawley prepares steel for the frame. New York Yacht Club debates entry and aims to boost a larger slate of trial racers.
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Columbia Defender to Sail in Trial Races
Secretary Oddie of the New York Yacht Club announced that the old cup defender Columbia, after trial races against the new defender, would be commanded by ex Commodore E D Morgan and sailed by Charles Barr.
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Princeton and Harvard refuse to schedule baseball series
Princeton and Harvard will not play any baseball games next spring. Dispute arose over whether the teams should schedule two or three games in the series. Princeton insists on three games or a decisive third game if tied, while Harvard refused the regular three game slate.
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Eighteen Riders Named for Boston Six Day Event
Maine Sportsmen's Exhibit managers in talks with President Batchelder and R F Kelcey of the National Racing Board about completing negotiations for a six day bicycle race in Boston during the first week in January. Guy Hume has secured eighteen riders for the opening event at Park Square Garden. Johnnie Nelson offered to come to Boston for a match with Jimmy Michael, with a middle distance race planned to precede the six day event. Contracts for the bicycle track will be let Monday morning for an eight lap, two minute speed. About 6000 spectators attended the show yesterday, with widespread interest in the program.
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Travis Holds Off Findlay In Atlantic City Match
Douglas reports from Atlantic City New Jersey that the golf tournament at Northfield began under poor weather. The day featured the key clash between Walter J Travis the current national amateur champion and Findlay the former titleholder, with Travis prevailing in a hard fought match.
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McFadden to Clash in Boston Ring Debut
New York light heavyweight star George McFadden arrives in Boston to box Patsey Sweeney for fifteen rounds at the Lafayette Athletic Club next Wednesday. The club recently moved to 34 Pitts Street, offering a new boxing setup for a 500-strong crowd with two preliminaries.
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