Jennings Abuser Jones Says Detroit Tigers Gossip
Davy Jones, sold to Chicago, aired secrets about the Tigers during a January 16 report. He claimed Jennings caused turmoil last June and that Crawford and Jones warned him to change behavior or face consequences. Sam allegedly demanded a trade, complicating Navin's dealings. Jones states he speaks his mind without hesitation.
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Johnson sees things in Death Chamber claim
Chicago January 16 Jack Johnson the boxer told federal officials he was told he would die in the county jail death chamber and reported hearing raps and seeing spirits there He described the cell as a large comfortable room but said it felt like a death chamber with a haunting presence and he feared sleeping there.
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Toronto Defeats the B A A at Arena in Comeback Victory
Toronto University seven displayed speedier skating and snappier stickwork to overcome a one point Boston lead. They scored seven goals in the second half to seal a decisive win over the B A A at the Arena last night.
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Holy Cross Resists Opening Game Date with Red Sox
The Worcester college sticks to amateur rules over playing professionals in baseball, arguing that facing pros with gate fees would ruin amateur status. The piece notes possible cross sport implications and references upcoming races and boxing debates swirling around amateurism and notable athletes.
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Toronto Roars Past Boston in Hockey Showdown
Toronto stars led by Webster clip Boston 9 4 in second half after building a 3 2 halftime edge. Clarkson Aird and Webster goal threats, Canuck netminder Laird stands firm in final period, Clifford and Hicks contribute for B A A but fall short.
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Harvard to Meet Cornell in Hockey at Boston Arena
Harvard hockey teams prepares for its annual showdown with Cornell at the Boston Arena. Local fans expect an exciting contest as the Crimson showcase improved play ahead of the game tomorrow night.
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Rivers Cross contest decision and Boxing inquiries
New York critics favored Rivers on points in the Rivers-Cross contest though one paper called it a draw. The B A A indoor meet on March 1 is open to New England schoolboys and held in the afternoon. entries from any boy are allowed. Boxing instructors include George Byers at Court Street West End and Jimmy Walsh of the Brookline gymnasium. Byers reportedly still runs a boxing school at that address. Rakovitch is claimed by European experts as the original Greco Roman champion. the style has since fallen out of common use in the United States.
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Wells Matched to Fight Luther McCarty in New York
The Sporting Life reports British heavyweight Bombardier Wells will fight American heavyweight Luther McCarty in New York around mid February. The bout is set for a major matchup between two leading contenders as boxing history gears toward a blockbuster clash.
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Lurich Defeats Demon Wrestler Sandele in Two Falls
Russian wrestler George Lurich dominated Sandele the demon in a Grand Opera House match. Over 1200 fans watched as Lurich and Karl Lemsky showcased strength before the bout. Sandele’s rough start gave way to Lurich’s Greco Roman and catch wrestling displays ending with two falls in under 20 minutes.
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Eldridge Faces Joe Thomas in Lowell Ring Bout
Fans pack Lowell to watch Gunboat Eldridge of Dorchester meet Joe Thomas formerly of California in a scheduled 12 round boxing match.
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