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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 09, 1906
Page
3
A late report lists extensive cure totals across many ailments in Boston over thirty years. Notable figures include Dyspepsia 1542 cures, Chronic Catarrh 1260, Kidney Diseases 1042, Deafness 969, and Cancer Cured 753, with Dr Liverpool offering free medicines during treatment and urging readers to seek evaluation.
After 11 brutal rounds and repeated warnings from Referee Flaherty, Kid Goodman forfeited the decision to Dave Deshler in a contest scheduled for 15 rounds at the Douglas Athletic Club in Chelsea.
In a rough round two fighters clashed as Goodman fouled twice, prompting the referee to halt the bout and award Deshler the win. Deshler surged from round seven, staggered Goodman with wind and jaw blows, and dominated the final rounds before the finish. The undercard saw Schindler unwilling to mix with Hanlon, Hanlon prevailing to the limit, and Brady edging Glynn in a six round prelim.
A circulating rumor that Governor Guild would permit local option on pool selling at Massachusetts races is denied by Mr. Guild who calls it idle talk. Readville track in Dedham faced state police curbs last year, with a failed attempt at racing without pool selling despite strong crowd interest and highway tax implications. The railroad reportedly seeks to buy the track land, eyeing Hyde Park inclusion as part of a broader land strategy.
Pittsburg dispatch says Fred Tenney seeks Pat Flaherty for Boston as seven major league clubs show interest. Flaherty and Cy Young would form two left handed hurlers for the club while Patsey Donovan pushes for Brooklyn. The destination remains the hot topic in local baseball circles.
Cats from Canada and six U S states are entered for an international championship show at Talbot Hall Mechanics Building January 16 to 20, held with the big poultry show. Under American Cat Association rules the event counts toward a championship.
The World of Sport outlines a speculative all star boxing Hamlet with Bob Fitzsimmons as Hamlet and a lineup of famed pugilists imagined in Shakespearian roles. James J Jeffries would play Claudius and Jack Johnson Guilderstern, framed by promoter details under William A Brady.
Corbett weighs in under 135 pounds as Herrera stays on weight, both plan minimal training before the Denver star and Bakersfield champion meet next Friday. Corbett trims fat and shifts to gym work to avoid overtraining while Herrera keeps steady with no recent decision losses, though Aurelio Herrera drew with Neary and Hanlon.
A blend of boxing lore and era color traces the quest for a heavyweight champion. It recalls Jimmy Figg as early pioneer, notes need for a heroic frame, and cites modern names like Jack O’Brien Marvin Hart and James J Jeffries while pondering lineage and public taste. The piece ties historical pride to a future champion in rugged, unglamorous terms.
The tale centers on Rube Wad dell facing a charge of assault after an incident with his father-in-law in Peabody. Connie Mack, Athletics manager, persuaded authorities to hold the warrant until season end to ensure Wad dell’s availability. Boston visit led Chief Grady to allow limited behavior. Waddell pleaded not guilty. Grady sought discharge for lack of evidence in Peabody Police Court.
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