16 Mar 1897
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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 16, 1897
Page
1
In Carson City on March 15, fans anticipate a pivotal boxing clash. Dan Sullivan arrives to a grand reception after a lengthy buildup. betting splits with Corbett, Hawkins, and Green favored by backers while Sullivan receives a hero’s welcome.
Testimony in the Stetson case centers on John Stout alleged as Schaeffer, with Pattee describing a four marriage scheme and a contract keeping both spouses from claims. Bishop Newman denies corroborating the pictured bride, while Schaeffer’s 1862 Cincinnati marriage to Eliza Adams is presented. Bob Fitzsimmons and Jim Corbett prep for a big match with smaller bouts slated Wednesday.
Bob Fitzsimmons appeals to his supporters in the East, boasting of past profits and declaring he will not let Corbett’s backers back out. He asserts his superiority, recalls beating Maher, and promises a fair fight with no fakery as the date nears.
Corbett declares peak condition and high confidence for tonight's bout. He praises Fitzsimmons as the greatest at his weight but vows to dominate, noting his own history of big wins and profits for backers.
Washington dispatch details Chairman Dingley's plan to reference the Ways and Means Committee the tariff bill aims to raise about 112 million in revenue for a program to boost U S industries. Projections break out expected gains by chemicals crockery sugar tobacco cottons wool woollen goods pulp and paper and wool manufactures with adjustments for anticipated imports and Cuba Havana tobacco impacts.
Police investigate the death of Cornelius Crowley in Maynard amid rumors of his son Tim causing the fatal results with laudanum after allegedly robbing a drug store. Tim is in custody for breaking and entering and has not learned of his father’s death. Authorities assess possible foul play.
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