Dan Stuart Plans Carson Nevada Fight Arena
Dan Stuart announced plans to stage the Corbett Fitzsimmons bout at Carson race track with general admission $5 and box seats $0. A large crowd is anticipated. a bureau led by Sidney Gray will coordinate lodging and seating, while Maher Sharkey and other fights may be added if negotiations succeed.
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Sidney Gray
New York
Carson Race Track
Dan Stuart
Maher
Sharkey
Carson
Corbett
Fitzsimmons
Dixon
Eric
Lavigne
el Paso
Dan
Nevada
Juarez
Steamboat Springs
Reno
Olympic Club to stage boxing exhibition in New Orleans
The Olympic Club has secured permission to hold a boxing exhibition around March 1 in New Orleans. Organizers aim to arrange a match between nationally known fighters, marking the first city bout since the Veavigne incident that left Andy Bowen dead.
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New Orleans
Olympic Club
Veavigne
Andy Bowen
Jack Flavin Accepts Challenge for 145-Pound Greco-Roman Bout
Jack Flavin editor’s reply to Bob Cumberlatch invites a 145 pound Greco-Roman wrestling match at the Police News on Monday at 9 a.m. with a $500 side bet. Flavin, described as the 145 pound champion of England, states readiness to wrestle if terms are agreed.
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Post
Sir
Bob Cumberlatch
Kendall Street
Police
Jack Flavin
England
Dr Bull Cough Syrup Promises Immediate Relief
An advertisement claims Dr Bull's Cough Syrup will drive a cough from the system with guaranteed effectiveness. The pitch emphasizes quick, reliable relief and urges readers to purchase for fast results.
Corbett Fitzsimmons Fight to Be Photographed at Carson
The Corbett versus Fitzsimmons heavyweight title bout in Carson City on March 17 will be filmed using three variascopes at ringside. Each machine shoots 24 frames per second with 11 1 4 by 21 2 inch images, capturing four minute intervals per round. Dan Stuart, R K Wheelock, and Fitzsimmons will share profits. weather and mechanical questions loom over the ambitious project.
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Corbett
Fitzsimmons
Carson City
Nev
Stuart
R. K. Wheelock
Dan Stuart
New York
Brooklyn
Newton Boat Club Defeats B A A to Lead Circuit League
Newton Boat Club tops B A A by six pins in a tight three string bowling match. Newton led 484 to 492 in the third string before finishing with a 2485 total to B A A’s 2479. Key scores included Bancroft 484 and Linder 500 for Newton while Barthol 521 and Ainsworth 945 helped B A A.
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Bancroft
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Evinces
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Diesel
City League bowling results bring surprises and postponed matches
Roxbury defeated Jameson, Sherman beat Meyers, Quincy won over Boylston on home alleys, and Carruth led Murray and Ir win. The Columbias and Shawmut match at Shawmut was postponed until Monday night.
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Roxbury
Jameson
Sherman
Meyers
Quincy
Boylston
Carruth
Murray
Irwin
Columbias
Shawmut
Curran Leads Record Effort in Insurance League Night
Curran of O'Brien & Russell set a three-string total record at the Hub alleys during Insurance League play. The O'Brien & Russell team scored a notable victory over John C. Paige while Boston Marine defeated N. E. Mutual in a low-scoring meet.
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Bowle
Ene Ee
Russell
Eees
Colonel Russell
Curran Nee
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John C. Paigo
Tee
Symonds Seers
McAdams
NE. Mutual
Barren
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Johnson Eter Ene Eweane
Pifroe
A. C. C. Series Only Game Held at Rexford Alleys
One game featured in the A C C series at Rexford alleys last night. Medford and Mattapan teams failed to finish or win.
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Brown, Durrell & Co, and Dennison Manufacturing Company
Rexford
Medford
Mattapan
Sprinter Jones Returns Prize Amid Eligibility Dispute
Manager Peyton accuses Harry E. Jones of ineligibility after the B A A novice 40 yard win, with Jones promising prize return. Atlantic Yacht Club plans a Monday ball at St Johns Hall Moon Street. Olmstead proposes a six skater series at Spy Pond Arlington with a $1-$2 entry. Entries open for races around Feb 22. Beaks to meet Cumberbatch for $ to be settled at the Post.
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Hamilton H. Peyton
Phillips Exeter Athletic Association
Harry E. Jones
Graham
Peyton
Jones
Boston
Academy Boys
Atlantic Yacht Club
St. John’s Hall
Moon Street
Jack Olmstead
Somerville
Hodnett
Spy Pond
Arlington
Mr. Olmstead
Bob Cumberbatch
Beaks
Harvey Parker
Lawrence
M. J. McGrath
Robbins Street
Everett B
Hoyle
Jack
Sancho
Pedro
Jerry Callahan
Dan Malone
Springfield
Capital City
Concord
N. H
Millstream
Jamaica Pond
West Roxbury High
Mechanical Art
Fall River's '97 Rine signed by manager Marston
Fall River announces signings for their 1897 roster. Joe Boucher of the Indiana State League joins as third base, Frank Norcom from the Southern League is a pitcher, F T McCarron centers field, Mike Birmingham is first baseman from New Bedford, Frank McManus catches and roves right field from Maine State League. Rupert Riley and Ladd will stay. Rupert may captain. McDermott Lyons and Mills released. Boston also set to play here April 17.
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Fall River
Marston
Joe Boucher
Frank Norcom
F. T. McCarron
Mike Birmingham
New Bedford
Frank McManus
Rupert
Riley
Short
Ladd
Very Wary Contest in Checkers Between Freedman and Grover
A report on two checkers games between Freedman and Grover. Crowds braved bad weather as both afternoon and evening sessions produced competitive play. The day ended with two draws and Grover leading 8 to 2 in the overall score.
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Grover
Brae
Cross
Popa
Drawn
Bicycle Notes and Upcoming Races and Club Activities
News notes on political campaign actions and a Massachusetts rider rumor. Everett Cycle introduces the Fen way with double bearings. Chase Tough Tread tires opens Buffalo branch managed by C Atwood. Essex County Wheelmen plan a 25 mile Patriots Day road race from Gloucester with a grand piano prize and 80 other awards. Commonwealth Bicycle Club resumes Saturday whist with end-of-month prizes. Riverside Cycle Club meets at 28 Hew Street East Cambridge. Bill Senter rejoins Shoe City Wheelmen after professional stint.
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Potter
New York
Boston
Massachusetts
Elliott
Everett Cycle Company
Everett
L. C. Chase & Co
Chase
Buffalo
N. Y
H. Atwood
Pearl Street
Albany
Essex County
Gloucester
Commonwealth Bicycle Club
Riverside Cycle Club
Hew Street
East Cambridge
Shoe City
Brockton
Bill’’ Senter
Waller Leads In Pittsburg Bicycle Race
At 2 p m the standings list Waller 877 miles 5 laps Gimm 877 miles 4 laps Schoch 83 Hall 836 Forster 816 Ruckel 764. By 5 p m Waller 926 miles 2 laps Gimm 926 miles Schoch 902 Hall 8% Forster 865 Ruckel 811.
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Penn
Waller
Gimm
Schoch
Hall
Forster
Ruckel
Boxing Gossip and Boxing Plans From New York to Buffalo
Boxing gossip notes Delaney and Wall to box twenty rounds at the Polo Athletic Club in New York City while New York clubs ostracize Mysterious Billy Smith for street bragging and an assault on Frank O Neil. Also mentions Mike Sears preparing for Johnny Lavack, Dick Johnson seeking aliases, Jack Sheehan visiting, Frank Kaveney backing, and upcoming Mohers Maher versus Smith at Buffalo with gate money.
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Jack Delaney
Dave Wall
Polo Athletic Club
New York City
New York
Billy’ Smith
Frank O'Neil
Chicago
Paddy Fenton
Smith
Mike Sears
Lynn
Johnny Lavack
Cleveland
South End
West End
Dick Johnson
Lowell House
Jack Sheehan
Nate Fenton
Frank Kaveney
Buffalo
Joe Mullins
Patsey Haley
Haley
Dave Sullivan
South Boston
Polo Club
Empire Athletic Club
N. Y
Peter Maher
C. C. Smith
Thunderbolt
Maher
Joe Mullin
Joe Laughlin
Roanoke and Athletic Club
Springfield
Mass
Corbett
Hot Springs
Kan
J. A.—Fitzsimmons
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