Jeffries In Fine Shape Says Corbett Visitor
A newspaper man who visited James J. Jeffries at his camp in Roward Ennan California on June 6 reports Jeffries is in as good shape as ever. He notes Jeffries’ conditioning and readiness, while Jim Corbett offers regret over the Jack Johnson issue.
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Jim Corbett
Jack Johnson
Roward Ennan
Cal
Jeffries
Jeff
Jim
Baron Munchausen
Ben Lomond
Johnson
Choynski
Rowardennan
James J. Corbett
James
J. Jeffries
Pitzsimmons
Tom Sharkey
Non-Stop Engine Run Started by E M F Boston
Governor Draper and Charles J. Glidden witnessed the start as the E M F Boston company began a non-stop engine run despite heavy street conditions. A regular stock car was used to prove the company could achieve continuous operation without modifications.
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Boston
Governor Draper
Charles J. Glidden
E. M. F. Boston
Start Signal for 5000 Mile Car Run From State House Balcony
Governor Draper waved from the State House balcony at 11 o clock to start the car as Ernest Hawkins steered with Temporary Observer Smith and three newspaper reporters aboard. The route included Bay State Auto Club lunch and a stop at the Stock Exchange before continuing through city streets. Drivers Earl and Hawkins will alternate every 18 hours, aiming for a long endurance run perhaps covering up to 10000 miles.
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Draper
State House
Glidden
Ernest Hawkins
Smith
Littleton
N. H
Bay State Auto Glub
Stock Exchange
Reodore Earl
Hawkins
Sailors Box at American A C Navy Night Card
Four bouts pitting sailors from ships at Charlestown against each other. Bud Rose versus Fred Norton fought to an extended finish. Billy Morrison drew with Tom Keefe after a hard and close contest. Billy Mahoney defeated Billy Yalkee. Jim Manders beat Billy Baskville. Don Vincent defeated Young Terrier. A large crowd witnessed a string of hard fought bouts.
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A. C
Charlestown
Jackies
Bud Rose
The
Vermont
Fred Norton
Wabash
Billy Mahoney
Billy Yalkee
Jim Manders
North Dakota
Billy Baskville
Don Vincent
New Hampshire
Young Terrier
Billy Morrison
Tom Keefe
Pocket Time Savers for the Working Man
The I. C. S. hand books are time savers and salary raisers designed for on the job use. Pro nounced by mechanics to be the best hand books published. A separate handbook exists for each occupation. Electrical Workers edition contains 414 pages of electrical information data and formulas covering wiring to running a power plant.
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International Correspondence
Boylston St
Bosto
Foster the new captain FOSTER THE NEW CAPTAIN
Reginald C. Foster of Needham was elected captain of Harvard 1911 track. A top sprinter from Volkmann School, he showed speed in Yale meets, equalled records in the 220 yards, and trained under Pooch Donovan before a leg tendon rupture sidelined him prior to the intercollegiates.
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Reginald C. Foster
Harvard
Needham
Foster
Cambridge
Philadelphia
Boxing matchup chatter and sports gossip from Arthur Duffey
Arthur Duffey weighs in on the Jeff versus Johnson bout hype and conditioning. He notes fan speculation, criticizes training methods, cites manager changes and team form, and likens London’s pen picture to the expected bout atmosphere.
Can a race prize define a professional athlete
The speaker notes a 100 yard dash prize of $10 or a cup with 14 runners and says qualification status does not determine professionalism. Names Langford Johnson and Sam are discussed with conflicting ages and a 15 round Johnson victory over Langford.
Foogel to Remain President of Philadelphia Club
Horace Fo gel, president of the Philadelphia National League baseball club, denied plans for management change and said no buyer will obtain his stock, asserting he will keep the presidency until stock is sold.
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Philadelphia
Horace Fogel
National League Baseball Club
Doves and Red Sox Pitching Edge Highlighted
The piece notes Doves have three strong outfield throwers and cites Miller's arm on Mordecai Brown. It also previews Joe Wood as Boston’s rising star pitcher with solid control and effectiveness. Athletics face injuries at key positions Baker Murphy and Mack’s catchers, dampening their prospects similarly to the Red Sox a year ago.
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Miller
Mordecai Brown
Chicago
Boston
Joe Wood
Baker
Donnie Murphy
Mack
Athletics
Red Sox
Jim Jeffries Intrim Show Refines Form At Ben Lomond
The observer describes Jim Jeffries in peak shape at Ben Lomond camp. Jeffries works through river rowing, gym training, and fast boxing rounds with Choynski. His timing, speed, and lean physique impress, while Johnson’s contrasting style is noted.
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Redwoods
Jeff
Jim
Jeffries
Choynski
Joe
Corbett Comments on Johnson and Jeffries Fight Readiness
James J. Corbett speaks in California about Johnson and Jeffries ahead of the July 4 bout. He praises Jeffries fitness and confidence while noting Johnson’s miscalculation in underestimating his rival. The veteran champion says Jeffries appears as the same formidable fighter who beat Fitzsimmons and Sharkey.
Jack to Receive What He Calls a Surprise
A newspaper fragment quotes someone predicting that Jack will get the surprise of his life, urging readers to remember the statement as a bold promise. The remark hints at a notable upcoming moment linked to Jack's name.
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Jack
Jeffries Ready For Corbett Bout After Long Fishing Trip
Jim Jeffries returns to camp after a long fishing day from 4 AM to 6 PM with enough fish to feed the camp for days. Corbett arrives in Santa Cruz and plans a private sparring session with Jeffries as both men prepare for their bout. Eddie Graney visits to watch the workouts and see the pair box the next day.
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Ben Lomond
Cal
Jim Jeffries
Corbett
Jeffries
Santa Cruz
Eddie Graney
Jeff Box
May shift referee saga ties Nolan to Johnson
In San Francisco on June 6 Nolan held talks with Johnson about taking charge of a boxing match. He implied he would accept the role soon and ensure the winner receives fair compensation. The piece notes Nolan’s opposition to Tex Rickard as referee and his influence in Eddie Smith becoming the Jeffries candidate.
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San Francisco
Nolan
Johnson
Tex" Rickard
Eddie Smith
Jeffries
Rickard
Harvard to Play Dartmouth Today at Soldiers Field
Harvard baseball faces Dartmouth this afternoon at 3 30 on Soldiers Field. Mitchell pitches for Dartmouth while Harvard starter Hicks takes the mound for the Green in a key Eastern game.
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Harvard
Dartmouth
Soldiers’ Field
Mitchell
Hicks
Boston Women Win At Golf In Intercity Match
Boston defeated Philadelphia eight matches to seven at Huntingdon Valley Country Club to claim the Griscom cup and decide who faces New York next. The decisive moment came when Mrs Barrows of Boston beat Miss Maule of Philadelphia on the 20th hole after two extra holes. Philadelphia led early, but Boston won four straight to swing the contest.
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Philadelphia
Huntingdon Valley Country Club
Noble
Boston
New York
H. Ethel Maule
New Red Sox Recruits Arrive from Maine
Martin McHale and Ralph Pond, two Red Sox signings from the University of Maine, arrived from Orono and were met by Secretary Riley. McHale is a clever Maine College pitcher and Pond a hard hitting outfielder. They were held to travel with Meyers to Chicago once hospital stay ends.
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Martin McHale
Ralph Pond
Red Sox
University of Maine
Orono
Riley
McHale
Maine
Pond
West
Chicago
Meyers
Boston
Brockton Edges Lawrence 1 0 In Pitcher’s Duel
Brockton won a 1 to 0 pitchers battle over Lawrence after an error by Lawrence shortstop Krueger produced the lone run. Smith was out on a hit by batted ball. Pape struck out once while Pearson fanned eight for Lawrence. Time 1h38m. Umpire Connolly.
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Lawrence
Brockton
Krueger
Smith
Baeeeu
Shannon
Pape
McGovern
Holly
Lavigne
Crisham
Thompson
Pearson
Connolly
Little Files Action Over Johnson Manager Job
George Little says he will sue to regain his post as manager of Jack Johnson after a quarrel over Johnson allowing Little to bring the champion’s mother and sister to the training camp. He also claims Johnson owes him 15000 dollars plus a 10000 dollar forfeiture. A grandstand permit was granted for Central Park arena housing the Jeffries Johnson fight.
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San Francisco
George Little
Jack Johnson
Little
Johnson
Sig Hart
Martin
Board of Supervisors
Central Park
O Brien denies Philadelphia National League president bid
Joseph D. O'Brien says no approach or reason to relieve Horace Fogel from management after reports he was considered as Philadelphia club president. He notes no contact and nothing in the rumor.
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Milwaukee
Wis
Philadelphia
Philadelphia National League
Horace Fogel
Joseph D. O’brien
American Association
Fogel
Sargent Returns at Stroke as Harvard Crew Shuffles Lineup
Harvard varsity crew on the Charles tests a new arrangement with Sargent at stroke and Ward at 5. Bacon sits at 7 and Cutler at 6 as Newton moves to 2. Metcalf fills in at 3 with Belch’s seat open and the crew prepares to head to New London next Sunday.
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Charles
Sargent
Bacon
Ward
Cutler
Newton
No. 6
No. 2
Metcalf
No. 3
Belch
New London
Withington
Bow
Whitney
King
Yale Crew Tests Four Mile Thames Course
Coach John Kennedy led Yale's crew over the four mile Thames course in a paddle session not a time trial. Ben Wallis, in his second day of rowing, was exhausted after the effort with captain Wodell urging a final burst to 32 strokes. Wallis will be rested for several days.
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Gales Ferry
John Kennedy
Yale
Thames
Ben Wallis
Wodell
Wallis
Kennedy
Middlesex Crew Defeats Harvard in 1913 Freshmen Race
The Harvard freshman and Middlesex four-oared crews raced on the Charles River in two half mile events. Middlesex led early in the first race and finished two minutes forty one seconds to one quarter length ahead of Middlesex Crew C. In the second race Middlesex second crew won by a quarter length as time was not recorded.
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Harvard
Middlesex
Charlies River
Crew A
Crew C
Crew the
Middlesex Secon
Driscoll Withdraws From Title Bout With Illness
The British featherweight champion Driscoll sails for England tomorrow after canceling his July 2 title fight with Abe Attell at Colma due to illness. Malaria developed during training after his arrival, with complications likely ending any boxing for months. Jem Dia.
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England
Abe Attel
Colma
Driscoll
New York
Jem Dia
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