Very Few Changes in Football Rules
The Intercollegiate Athletic Association plans its annual New York meeting to discuss football baseball and track rules. Harvard leads a 42 member group with Yale Princeton Cornell US Naval Academy and Michigan absent. The piece notes shorter periods hinder top teams from full strength and calls for stricter or clearer regulation.
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Intercollegiate Athletic Association
New York
Association
Harvard
Yale
Princeton
Cornell
United States Naval Academy
Michigan
Pennsylvania
Brown
Hackenschmidt Wins Two Falls From Roller in Boston Show
Georges Hackenschmidt known as the Russian Lion defeats Dr. Ben Roller of Seattle in Mechanics Building in two straight falls. Roller battles fiercely with hammerlocks and escapes near the hour mark. Second fall ends in 15 minutes 28 seconds as Hackenschmidt forces a body roll pin.
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Georges Hackenschmidt
Dr. Ben Roller
Seattle
Mechanics’ Building
Roller
Boston
Roller vs Hackenschmidt Wrestle Unmatched in Hub History
In a crowded Hub arena Seattle dentist Roller faced Russian giant Hackenschmidt in a marathon match. Roller's defence and speed stymied Hack for long stretches though the Russian prevailed after 1 hour 47 minutes 25 seconds in the first fall and 15 minutes 28 seconds in the second. The crowd swelled and police managed floor traffic as both men used aggressive yet largely clean tactics.
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Roller
Hackenschmidt
Seattle
Hack
Quill Outpointed in Milwaukee Bout
Tommy Quill of Boston was outpointed by Bob Moha of Milwaukee in a ten round boxing match in Milwaukee. Referee was Johnson.
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Quill
Milwaukee
Wis
Tommy Quill
Boston
Bob Moha
Johnson
Moroney Dominates Smith But Ends Short in Eureka Bout
Joe Moroney of New York pressed Jack Smith of Brooklyn hard in a six round welterweight bout at Eureka A C in Elmira New York. The gong ended the contest with Moroney still on top but the outcome undecided in score.
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Elmira
N. Y
Joe Moroney
New York
Jack Smith
Brooklyn
Eureka A. C
Morrow Knocks Out Ross In Tenth Round Fight
Syracuse report says Howard Morrow of Benton Harbor Michigan trained by Tommy Ryan defeated Hugh Ross of Oswego in the tenth round this afternoon.
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Syracuse
N. Y
Howard Morrow
Benton Harbor
Mich
Tommy Ryan
Hugh Ross
Oswego
Seabrook Juniors Make Pair of Wins in Boston Youth Basketball
The Seabrook Juniors of South Boston, a 16 year old team, won two games yesterday. They beat Cunningham Gymnasium Five at East Milton gym 24 to 16 and defeated St. Marys at Sailors Haven Charlestown 23 to 22.
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Seabrook
South Boston
Cunningham Gymnasium
East Milton Gymnasium
St. Mary’s
Sailors’ Haven
Charlestown
Lenox A C of the West End seeks home game Jan 3 1911
The Lenox A C of the West End are without a game for Jan 3 1911 and seek a home match with any 110 pound team in the city. Half fares offered. Contact Louis Corso at 11 Norman Street, city.
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Lenox A. C
West End
Louis Corso
Norman Street
City
Pat Powers Reforms 320000 Proceeds in Six Day Race
Pat Powers, former Eastern league president, collected 320000 as promoter of this year’s six day bicycle race. His departure may spell the end for Umpire Tim Hurst.
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Pat Powers
Eastern League
Tim Hurst
Philadelphia Fans Back Eddie Collins Auto Bid
Philadelphia backers press to present Eddie Collins with a $1500 car as subscribers reach 99.87 percent. Remaining small donations of ten cents each await counting in the drive.
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Philadelphia
Eddie Collins
John Moriarty Dies in Chicago Stock Yards Fire
John Moriarty, brother of baseball players George and Bill Moriarty, was killed in a fire at the Chicago stock yards. The tragedy connected the Moriarty family to major league circles through the siblings.
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John Moriarty
George and
Bill
Chicago
Tail-end franchises fetch modest sums amid league labels
In baseball markets the last place National League franchise sells for 100000 while the final American League club brings 600000. Some Polis describe the Americans as a minor league despite their AL status.
Johnson to Meet Kaufman in England or France Rumor
A California rumor claims Al Kaufman and Jack Johnson reached a pact to fight within six months in England or France. Promoter arrangements and letters circulated as Tex Rickard reportedly balked at a US bid while Delaney pressed Johnson for a staged bout after Reno.
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California
al Kaufman
Jack Johnson
England
France
Kaufman
Johnson
Jeffries Mill
Reno
Billy Delaney
Delaney
Tex Rickard
Rickard
Owen and Bat In Love Feast in Pittsburg
In Pittsburg, Christmas spirit among fighters Nelson and Moran as they share a noon meeting. They posed for a photo, dined together, and chatted after Moran’s victory over Nelson. Both stars were in burlesque shows this week, surprised by the surprise program. Nelson led the conversations and entertainment.
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Pittsburg
Nelson
Owen Moran
Moran
Jim Savage Breaks Wrist in Ring Injury
In Newark New Jersey on December 26 the six round bout between Jim Savage and Sailor Burke ended in the fifth round when Savage left the ring claiming a broken left wrist. Doctors confirmed the break and an accusation of malicious action sparked a scuffle as Burke was escorted out by police.
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Newark
N. J
Jim Savage
Sailor Burke
Olympic Club
Savage
Burke
Ledersky Wins 15 Mile Christmas Day Walking Match
West End House Athletic Association held its fourth annual Christmas Day walking contest from the clubhouse to Newton Centre, a 15 mile course. Hyman Ledersky won first prize with a new course record of 2 hours 57 minutes, taking the lead by the end of the first mile. Max Rubinovitz finished second and Philip Birnbach third. 22 entrants all completed and will receive souvenirs.
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West Ind House Athletic Association
Newton Centre
Hyman Ledersky
Carl Dreyfus
Ledersky
Max Rubinovitz
Philip Birnbach
Barry and Ross Fight to a Draw in Tennessee
In Memphis on December 26 Jimmy Barry and Tony Ross battled eight rounds before the National A C in a heavy weight bout that ended in a draw. No knockdowns or blood, but late exchanges pleased the crowd as Barry used long range and Ross pressed in close.
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Memphis
Tennessee
Jimmy Barry
Tony Ross
A. C
Barry
Ross
Papke Loses Title Bout on Foul to Australian Champ
In Sydney Billy Papke, claiming middleweight world title, was defeated by Dave Smith of Australia on a foul in the 10th round. Smith led the bout throughout.
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Sydney
New South Wales
Billy Papke
Dave Smith
Smith
Baseball scores from New England matches listed
Afternoon games include New Bedford 8 Fall River 1 Worcester 9 Providence 4 Taunton 2 Brockton 1 Evening results show Providence 7 Worcester 8 New Haven 7 Hartford 3 Brockton 9 Taunton 6 Fall River 10 New Bedford 4
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Lest
P.C New
Haven
New Bedford
Pee Es Ks
Taunton Cee Toe
Fall River
Worcester
Providence
Taunton
Brockton
New Haven
Hartford
New Bedford Defeats Fall River 3–1 Before Holiday Crowd
New Bedford defeated Fall River 3 to 1 in a fast game before a large holiday crowd. Duggan stood out as a feature for the winners.
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New Bedford
Fall River
Duggan
Taunton Defeats Brockton 2 1 In Close Game
Taunton edges Brockton 2 to 1 in a closely contested afternoon match. Rushes credited to Quigley and Cunningham, with Pence and Mallory noted for steps and scoring detail. referee Lanigan and timer Mansfield listed.
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Taunton
Brockton
Ongher Hs None
Clas R
Edgington
Cunningham
Stein Ah
H. B
Doherty
Brockton Defeats Taunton 9–6 In Close City Match
In Brockton, the Tigers beat Taunton 9 to 6 in a hard fought game. Cunningham led Brockton with 12 rushes while Quigley added 6. Referee Cusick and timer Maybury oversaw the contest.
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Taunton
Cunningham, Sr
Edgingon
Quigley
Aine
Ohare Lee
Thompson
Aviale
Griffith Redhat
H. B
Lyons Puersons
Fall River Defeats New Bedford In Polo Showdown
Fall River overwhelmed New Bedford 10 to 4 in a one sided polo game. Cusick scored for Fall River with 10 points and Rush and Duggan led scoring. Eddie Tiemeyer, the Cincinnati pitcher, will join Trenton Tri-State League next season after Syracuse sold him to the Skeeters.
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Fall River
Lincoln
Rush
New Bedford
Higgins
Whane Rush
Duggan O’brien
Harkins
Wba
Jean Carrigan
Duggan
Holderness
Cusick
Harper
Lanigan
MeBride
RFW
Bedford
Pikleist Soviers
Sarstee
Foul—Jean
Nicholson
Timer—Leary
Eddie Tiemeyer
Cincinnati
Trenton
Syracuse
Skeatera
Football rule changes debated over forward pass and four period plan
The article discusses at length that no major reconstruction is expected in football rules. It notes the past season’s rules were largely satisfactory and could be improved by limited changes to the forward pass and the four period scheme. Some scholars urge abolition of the forward pass, favoring traditional kicking and rushing.
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Roller
Hack
Hackenschmidt
Hackensemidt
Doctor
Ames
Amalgamated Football Rules Committee
Moran Receives 15000 Offer for Wolgast Title Bout
Owen Moran announced a telegraphed offer of 15000 for Hugh McIntosh to stage a fight with light weight champion Ad Wolgast in London soon. Moran said he accepted the proposal while Wolgast’s reaction remained unclear.
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Pittsburg
Owen Moran
England
Hugh McIntosh
Ad Wolgast
London
Moran
Wolgast
Dick Nelson defeats Dave Deshler at Unity Club bout
Dick Nelson of New York defeats Dave Deshler of Boston at Unity Club in Deshler’s hometown. Nelson won on aggressiveness in the first half and the 12th round decision. preliminaries saw Jack Smith defeat Kid Francis, Joe Harrison outweight Rothwell, and a draw between Kia Scanlon and Young Baldwin.
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Lawrence
Dick Nelson
New York
Dave Deshler
Boston
Unity Club
Nelson
Jack Smith
Kid Francis
Young Rothwell
Joe Harrison
Rothwell
Kia Scanlon
Young Baldwin
Former Pugilist Mike Daley Found Dead in Bangor Cell
Mike Daley, once a lightweight boxer, was found dead in a Bangor police station cell at 8 this morning. City Physician Burgess listed the death as sudden, no autopsy. a coroner was present but did not order an inquest. Daley’s noted bout was a 31st round knockout by Austin Gibbons in New Orleans.
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Bangor
Mike Daley
Burgess
Daley
Austin Gibbons
New Orleans
Breitenstein to Be Manager Again in 1911
Theodore Breitenstein a former St Louis and Cincinnati star and part of the St Louis ten thousand dollar battery announced in Memphis that he will manage the New Orleans Southern League team in 1911. He helped Memphis win the pennant in 1909 and has pitched for New Orleans with pennants in 1905 and 1910. Breitenstein says several new players have been signed including a first baseman.
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Memphis
Tenn
Theodore Breitenstein
St. Louis
Cincinnati
St Louis
New Orleans
Breitenstein
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