Corbett Prepares with New Tactic for Jeffries Fight
Jim Corbett tightens training in Carson as he spars Jeffries in a confined space to force close-quarters defense. Calculating bets run ten to six on Fitzsimmons while spectators await the bout and veteran Bill Davis arrives to add ring experience.
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Carson
Jim Corbett
Big Husky
Jeffries
Los Angeles
Corbett
Martin
Julian
Fritz
Hall
Maher
Creedon
Choynski
Sharkey
San Francisco
Bill Davis
Mike McCool
St. Louis
Missouri
McCool
Oli Davis
Japan
de Long
Virginia City
Bill
Prize Fight Bill Cast On Table Amid Press Censorship Debate
The House debated a bill aiming to curb prize fights and censor press content. Supporters argued for protection of families and public morals while opponents warned of broader restrictions on books and public images. The measure failed to advance, with a motion to table adopted and a roll call ordered for later consideration.
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Congress
Morse
Rep
Mass
Grosvenor
Foote
N. Y
David
Goliath
Dockery
Dem
Cummings
Hepburn
Iowa
Quigg
Payne
Yeas
Aldrich
Judiciary Committee
Cannon
Corbett and Fitzsimmons Train as Fight Nears
Corbett insists he is not overtrained and welcomes Jeffries’ influence for future title chances. Fitzsimmons resumes work at the track site as builders finish the arena to host the March 17 bout. Betting activity and belt plans stir Nevada boxing circles with San Francisco wagers noted.
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Tom Costigan
Corbett
San Francisco
New York
Dempsey
Corbett-Fitzsimmons
Sullivan
Nevada
Harry Corbett
Fitzsimmons
Julian
Brady
Martin
Mr. Brady
Fitz
Peter Maher
Jim Hall
Aldrich Pushes Anti Prize Fight Bill in Congress
Congressman Aldrich introduces a bill banning the transmission of prize fight pictures or descriptions via mail or interstate commerce. Penalties include up to five years in prison or a $1000 fine. The measure aims to bar prize fights from crossing state borders, while allowing brief news mentions.
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Washington
Aldrich
Rep
Ill
United States
Congress
Mexico
California Wines Show At Dock Square Booths
A wine event lists four bottles of assorted California wines available for purchase. The display is located at 16 to 17 Dock Square and 81 Faneuil Hall Square, with Chardonnay and barilet options highlighted.
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California
Puuanchard & Farbar
Dock Square
Faneuil Hall Square
Barry Wins 20 Round 112 Pound Fight in New York
Jimmy Barry of Chicago defeats Jack Ward of Newark in a 20 round 112 pound bout before the American Sporting Club. Barry controlled the action while Ward avoided exchanges, Earns decision on points. Ward's ear bleeds in last round. bout noted for civility and Ward's reluctance to lead. Preliminary bouts: Vernon defeats Daly in nine rounds. Petersen beats Kyle in ten rounds.
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New York
Jimmy Barry
Chicago
Jack Ward
Newark
N. J
American Sporting Club
Barry
Ward
Harry
Jack Vernon
Haverstraw
Jack Daly
Wilmington
Aly
Harry Petersen
Harry Kyle
Petersen
Boxing Gossip Buys Plans for Match Ups Across Cities
Spike Sullivan heads to New York weighing plans for a bout with Frankie Gans as both seek an advantageous purse split. O'Rourke pursues terms for Harry Peterson to face Sullivan amid Corbett-Fitzsimmons buzz. Other schedules include Jem Smith vs George Crisp in London and Jem Barry lining up in London with Burns.
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Spike Sullivan
New York City
Gans
Polo Club
Tom O’rourke
Harry Peterson
Broadway Athletic Club
Frank Garrard
Jack Hanley
Harry Gilmore
Garrard
Gilmore
Matt Matthews
Jack Everhardt
Hamilton Athletic Club
Hamilton
Ont
Patsey Haley
Dave Sullivan
Jem Smith
George Crisp
Newcastle
Eng
London
Smith
Crisp
Joe Choynski
Joe
Peter Maher
Larry Burns
Sammy Kelly
Jem Barry
Pug
Jem Mace
Arthur Chambers
Philadelphia
East
Martin Flaherty
Cal Hawkins
Carson City
Young Corbett
W. Berkeley
Riverside Boat Club
Noddle Island Club Gathers Returns After Webster Hall Fight
East Boston sports scene notes a big Webster Hall bout with returns due. Star Pointer, the famed 2021-22 racehorse, to be auctioned next Thursday at Madison Square Garden. Also lists William O'Brien Hurling Club officers and Patriots Day game inquiry. Boston College meet entries close soon. Captain Green of the Columbia Rowing Association recovers from typhoid.
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Noddle Island Athletic Club
East Boston
Webster Hall
Star Pointer
Madison Square Garden
Mystic
William O’brien
J. J. Reardon
James Donovan
M. J. Keefe
M. J. Murphy
W. F. Flynn
Boston College
A. A
Green
Columbia Rowing Association
Colonel Adams Wins Two-Ball Billiards Title in New England Match
At the Parker House last night Colonel Adams of the Thirteenth Ohio Regiment defeated William Studabaker of New York in a fifty point amateur championship match. Adams twice tied the amateur record of six points with Tom Butler, noted oarsman, refereeing the game.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Parker House
Colonel Adams
Thirteenth
Ohio Regiment
William Studabaker
New York
New England
Adams
Tom Butler
Dorchester Central, Old Dorchester Dominate Suburban Inter Club
The final Suburban Inter club match saw Dorchester Central beat Casino in whist and bowling while losing billiards and pool. Key players include Richardson of Dorchester Central and Grover of Old Dorchester contesting individual honors. Old Dorchester leads in team totals. Grover needs 520 across three strings vs Jamaic, and Old Dorchester must reach 2424 against Jamaica to secure the trophy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dorchester Central
Casino
Richardson
Grover
Old Dorchester
Jamaica
Miles’s Bonds Repaid Bonding Trust Receipt
The Boston Safe Deposit and Trust Company announces payment of 30 000 from American Surety Company for the bond of its former treasurer Frank C Miles indicted for embezzlement The amount does not affect ongoing efforts to locate Miles whose warrant and indictment remain active and whose description is circulated to police worldwide Police did not locate Miles or his wife at 346 Beacon Street last night
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Boston Safe Deposit and Trust Company
Frank C. Miles
American Surety Company of
New York
Boston Company
H. D. Lyman
Miles
Trust Company
Boston Police Department
Post
Beacon Street
Bicycle Notes and Race Plans Across The Circuit
The national cycle circuit starts April 15 in San Francisco. President Potter of the L A W is set to announce appointments this week. The Gloucester Dedham and Rhode Island Wheelmen enter upcoming races as new wheels and chains draw attention. A manager change at Cleveland stores and new agency deals surface as riders, clubs, and race plans expand into spring.
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San Francisco
Potter
Philadelphia Record
Gideon
Racing Board
Johnny Johnson
J. A. R. Underwood
Cleveland
William B. Chipman, Jr
Boylston Cycle Company
Boylston Street
Tom Barnaby
Gloucester
Rhode Island
Bolting
Hills
Providence
Dedham
L. N. Walleston
Park Square
John D. Gant
Trinity
Maine
New Hampshire
Chaffin
Daytona
Berkeley
Tempest
Rob Urquhart
Herman
Frank Taylor
Tom Hennessey
F. A. Gatley
Scott McLean
Eagle C. C
Northampton
Division Streets
Jack” Prince
Atlanta
Memphis
Nashville
Chattanooga
Austin W. Pease
The
Press
C. C
Frank C. Higgins
Southern Pines
North Carolina
H. C. Fourton
New Orleans
Charles River
Powderhorn Wheelmen
Chelsea
Spruce and
Addison Streets
Senate Passes DC and Naval Appropriations With Amendments
Washington March 1 The Senate resumed at 11 am approving the District of Columbia appropriation bill with a $20 000 crematory lump for indigent dead in Potter s Field. The full bill totals 7 444677 up 1605866 from the House version and 1544358 above the current year. Naval appropriation grows to 30 728234 with added costs for Chelsea Hospital training vessel armor factory and machinery and a government armor plant.
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Washington
Senate
District of Columbia
Gallinger
Potter’s Field
House
Treasury
United States
Naval Hospital
Chelsea
Mass
Naval Academy
Navy
Appropriations Committee
Chandler
N. H
House Sends Sundry Civil and Post Office Bills Back for Conference
In Washington on March 1 the sundry civil appropriation and post office bills were sent back to conferences over amendments. The debate included a discussion of a bill preventing the mailing of prize fighting details. The House adjourned until tomorrow at 10 30 a.m.
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Washington
Indoor Tennis Opens With Slim Attendance in Bray's Hall
The Newton Tennis Club annual indoor tournament began with subdued crowds at Bray's Hall Newton Centre. Thomas defeated Field after a tight match 3 6 6 2 6 4. Holt beat Wellington 6 3 3 6 6 3. Pierce beat Brown 6 3 6 0. Stearns defeated Crawford 6 1 6 3. Evening play had Hollings top Mansfield 6 2 in the first set, then 6 4 0 4 in the second and third sets with routine play. Foster routed Ayer, and Lavarac beat Hawes in straight sets. Afternoon lacked excitement as Ward Fay Wise Cabot McEarn Shannon scheduled to play next.
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Newton Tennis Club
Bray’s Hall
Newton Centre
Thomas-Field
Holt
Wellington
Pierce
Brown
Stearns
Crawford
Mansfield
Hollings
Soamen
Ayer
Foster
Lavarac
Hawes
Ward
Fay
Wise
Cabot
McEarn
Shannon
Medford Council Demands Riverside Avenue Spending Details
Medford March 1 The street commissioner was targeted by Councilman Bird at the council meeting. An order was adopted requiring the Mayor to submit a detailed statement on how the 8500 appropriation for Riverside avenue was spent as more street work remained unaddressed and the auditor showed a balance near 300 dollars. Bird protested the delay in a public hearing and pressed to have his protest recorded.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Medford
Bird
Riverside Avenue
Peprent
Skating Bulletin Noted at Multiple Boston Area Spots
The Boston Athletic Association issues a skating bulletin listing multiple rinks and ponds across Greater Boston and nearby towns. Entries include Franklin Field on Blue Hill Avenue, Chandler's Pond Oak Square, Waltham Riverview, Spy Pond Arlington, and Concord waterways.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston Athletic Association
Franklin Field
Blue Hill Avenue
Chandler’s Pond
Oak Square
Strong
Sudbury
Concord
Wayland
Spring Sale Announced by Jordan Marsh Shirt Line
Thousands in New England wear shirts from Jordan Marsh Co. and the firm says its annual spring sale begins. The new garments promise improved workmanship fit and materials while retaining the familiar brand promise.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New England
Jordan, Marsh & Co
Weyler Denies Resigning Cuba Governorship
Havana March 1 reports had circulated that General Weyler quit as Cuba governor over Madrid’s handling of Julio Sanguilly’s release. The dispatches say the rumors are unfounded and no resignation occurred.
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Havana
General Weyler
Cuba
Madrid
Julio Sanguilly
A Silly Exchange From Puck Implies Escapist Quip
A caricature from Puck depicts a police justice scene where Uncle Geehan explains he could not take the officer’s number because it was fastened to him. The suave officer asks the implausible question about being clubbed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Police Justice
Geehan
Puck
Free Week Consultations by Dr Liverpool at Tremont Street
A Boston notice offers a week of free consultation and diagnosis by Dr. Liverpool at 238 Tremont Street. It claims extensive cures across rheumatism neuralgia paralysis dyspepsia spine catarrh bronchitis consumption heart disease and many other conditions with free medicines during treatment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Liverpool
Tremont Street
Boston
Bright
Fearful war of words over medical practice in Boston
In Boston letters to the Post, Simon M. Landis M D denounces Dr John Hamilton and regular medicine. Landis claims self education and natural cures over prescriptions and discusses cures versus diseases. He attacks regulars for guesswork and declares revolutionary intent while recounting a salt and iron regimen metaphor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Hamilton
Pennsylvania Dutchman
Slaughter House
Hans
Hamilton
Boston
Simon M. Landis
Fishermen Indorse Frye Endorsement by Gloucester Board
At a Gloucester Board of Trade meeting a committee was named to seek talks with Business Men and Master Mariners groups on attracting fresh fish business to the port. President Cunningham was tasked to draft resolutions supporting Senator Frye and urging his continued chairmanship of the commerce committee.
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Gloucester
Mass
Board of Trade
Cunningham
Frye
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Colorado
Texas
Humphreys’ Med. Co
Fitzsimmons and Corbett
White
Delaney
al Hampton
Edgren
Big Duffer
Ing. de Long
Davis
Dan Stuart
Astroll
Shaw
Hotel Pelham
New Beng
Massachusetts
Fitz and Garbett
World OF Sport
John Bestgen
Shears Sharper
Washlumbia Theatre
Ned
Clu Casino
Dorchester
Fr. O Morrill
Cutter Ee
Lamergan
Eee
Yeorge
American Surety Company
Insurance League
John C. Paige
C. W. Holden
Employers
Boston Marine
Symonds
Burnham
Hutchings
Sewer
Bicycle Notes
Appropriations
Tame
Weyler
Tremont St
Dr. Landis
Indorse Faye
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