Sharkey poised to upset Corbett in New York bout
The heavyweight title fight at Lenox A C New York pits Tom Sharkey against Jim Corbett with a $20000 purse and Marquis of Queensberry rules. Bets range around 100 to 85 or 90 as Sharkey aims to force a decisive finish while Corbett seeks rhythm and a safe pace.
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New York
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Sharkey Gains Support Amid Training Reports
A New Yorker notes Sharkey’s rising popularity as betting shifts toward him while Corbett retains backing among higher stake placers. Reports from Bay Ridge training suggest improved condition and better overall fighting form, with former Corbett supporters reassessing.
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Corbett Sharkey bout to stay on with light workout
New York November 21. Police will not interfere with the Corbett Sharkey fight as both boxers engage in light exercise to stay sharp. The event proceeds as planned with no interruptions anticipated.
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New York
Brown 12 Dartmouth 0 in hard fought victory
Brown defeats Dartmouth 12 to 0 in Providence. Richardson scores the first touchdown on a 4 yard dash and adds kicks after two second half TDs as Brown closes its season. Washburn Pratt Richardson Hapgood and Melendy star for Brown. Murphy Boyle Edwards and others play for Dartmouth. Umpire Murphy. Referee Dunlap. Time two 20 minute halves.
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Waterbury Polo Defeats New Britain in Close Match
Waterbury polo team beat New Britain 8 to 1 by mid second period and then defended its lead. Jean scored New Britain's second goal six minutes from the finish as holders ness was laid out by an uppercut early in the game.
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Boxers Sharkey and Corbett Prep For Big Fight Tomorrow
Promoters expect large crowds as Sharkey and Corbett stage a high profile bout. Backers tout Sharkey’s size and strength while Corbett trains to outpoint and outlast the champion. Trainers boast sharp speed and strategic pace for a decisive victory. Excursionists and major cities plan ringside attendance tonight and tomorrow.
Boxing Gossip Returns Read at Music Hall and Lyceum Hall
The Corbett Sharkey bout returns will be read from platforms in New York Music Hall and East Boston Lyceum Hall. Details are laid out in Music Hall with specifics to follow.
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Joe Mullins
Tom Wilson
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Mahoney
Jimmy Davenport
Billy Campbell
Charley O’rourke
Kid Lavigne
Phil Brennan
South Boston
Pedlar Palmer
Billy Plummer
National Sporting Club
London
Ben Jordan
Darby Wallace
Jack Bonner
Dick O’brien
Hartford
Jack Dwyer
Maurice Rosenberg
Beacon A. C
Timmy Kearns
Roanoke Club
Bob Allen
Danny Snyder
Eddy Connolly
George Kerwin
St. Louis
Jack Waldron
Danny McBride
Trenton
Jack Downey
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Greenwood A. C
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Boston
Fortnight candle pin roll off at St James alleys Friday
The regular candle pin roll off at St James alleys awards prizes of 15 10 5 for the top four string totals. Friday night November 25 will see the fifteen highest listed bowlers compete, including Wilby 422 Duffy 417 Murphy 386 Peterson 392 Delano 392 Crosby 389 Bowker 387 Barry 3887 Johnson 3384 McAllen 881 Hill 379 Hobart 377 Pallen 877 Smith 373 Carey 372 Logan 869 Hurley 364 Guertin 362 Harrison 258 Wise 354.
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Reading defeats Melrose in home pool bowling and chess
In Melrose Massachusetts on November 21 the Melrose A C won the intercub pool and billiards. Central Somerville won billiards and whist. Meanwhile General Edgar R. Champlin secured a decisive caucus victory for Cambridge mayoral nomination, carrying wards 2 3 and 4 and winning the largest city vote yet cast.
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Federals Upset Whyte Wire Works in Trade League
The Federals surprised Whyte Wire Works by taking two of three games in the Trade League series last night. Scully led the scoring effort with a strong showing as the team claimed the win in one contest.
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Allston Club Beats Medford In Circuit League Sweep
Allston Club defeated Medford at home in the Circuit League, winning all three games. Harris led with 508 pins, while Aubin totaled 487 and Rockwell 469 as the close second match finished with low scores overall.
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Suffolk Guard Accepts Challenge for Thanksgiving Football Game
The Suffolk Guard team agrees to face Emmet in a Thanksgiving clash at Post Wednesday nine o clock to arrange details.
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Ward 6 slate picks three for council caucus
Ward 6 committee selected Patrick H. Bradley, Andrew Baderaco and Samuel H. Borofsky as their preferred ticket for tonight's council caucus. Fourteen other candidates remain, including incumbent Councilman McColgan seeking re election.
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Two Aldermanic Slates Face Tonight’s Conventions
A Republican slate advisor shows ex Alderman Bryant dropped with Brighton’s Bigelow, while Dorchester gains three nominees. Alderman Curtis to preside. East Boston shifts to Day. Democratic slate firms up in Bates Hall with Kearns as a new candidate, Mahoney, Casey, Doyle, and others named or expected.
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Blizzard Rages as Storm Hits Missouri and Minnesota
A typographic snapshot shows drastic temperature swing and fierce weather. Reports from St Joseph Missouri note sleet after a heatwave with gale winds. The era's bustle includes ship arrivals, court actions, and army movements amid a sprawling set of local items.
Ward by ward mayoral vote and early blizzard wave
The report lists ward by ward results for mayor with Champlin leading in most districts and Bradford ahead in Ward 1 and Ward 5, Bradford holding a small overall edge. Separately a heavy snowstorm moves across Minnesota with high winds, telegraph lines down, trains irregular, and Duluth ships confined to harbor as Lake Superior rages.
Tammany Lost 20 000 Votes In New York Election
Board of Official Canvassers reports 15 to 20 thousand void ballots in New York. Tammany leaders claim most were cast by Van Wyck supporters, and if they had voted as intended the Democratic candidate would have won. They blame lack of voter education and overconfidence for losses.
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van Wyck
Harvard Grad Jutaro Komira Named Japanese Minister to U.S.
Jutaro Komira, newly named Japanese minister to the United States, is a Harvard graduate class of 1876.
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United States
Harvard
Clarification on Apportionment Board Nomination
In a Nov 21 Post item, Josiah O. Dean disclaims any candidacy for the Board of Apportionment. He states he has never been a candidate and would not accept nomination under any circumstances. Boston dated Nov 21.
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Cartoon Caption Teases Uncle Grout and Cousin Amos
A Puck cartoon caption features Teller recounting a sharp tongued uncle and a telegram that jokes about seeing Cousin Amos before his marriage. Askins reacts with disbelief as the exchange ends with a humorous warning about timing and kin.
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