Fitzsimmons Spry as Ever in Boston Exhibition
Former heavyweight champion Bob Fitzsimmons shows retained skill in a bag punching display and a Jack London sketch titled Her Birth Mark at the Howard in Boston. He dismisses modern heavyweight prospects, bets he could have battled Jack Johnson in his prime, and notes Boston as a top sporting town.
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Johnson Declares Retirement and Seeks Year for Challenger
Jack Johnson, who said he would retire after his bout with Bombardier Wells was halted, asserts no man can best him. He offers to surrender the title to the best man, but proposes waiting a year to let contenders determine the new champion.
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Phillies Rally Past Heps in 6 3 Victory
Philadelphia defeats Boston 6 to 3 as Curtis is pulled after Heps tie in the fourth Chalmers finishes strong for the Quakers. Knabe Magee Lobert Luderus and Paskert contribute timely hits while Boston uses three pitchers including Perdue Weaver and Hogg.
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Boston Phillies Split as Doubleheader Scheduled in Philadelphia
The narrative covers a Phillies win and Boston scoring twice as Weaver and Hogg finish strong, with McDonald, Rariden, and Bridwell among the scorers. It concludes with news that Boston and Philadelphia will play a doubleheader in Philadelphia, moving games from Oct. 9 and 12 to Oct. 9 in a two game set.
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Wiltse in limelight for Giants
The New York Giants defeated Pittsburg 3 to 0 in a well played game. Left pitcher Bill Wiltse held the Pirates to two scratches and four first basemen, with Devore delivering the first run and Wiltse plus Devore scoring the other two in the sixth.
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Weather Notes Tell Wet Grounds Across Key Cities
In a nutshell report, H. E. Attee notes wet grounds affecting major cities. Boston at New York, St. Louis at Chicago, Philadelphia at Washington, with conditions described as wet.
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Nelson to Meet Battling Nelson in Armory Bout Tonight
Young Indianapolis fighter Saylor trains with handball work while Nelson tones up in the gym ahead of the Armory bout. Jeff Madden and Jack Alton duel in the semi final, with Kid Thomas versus Frankie Dubois and Johnny Yanger facing Tommy O'Brien in earlier scraps.
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Cleveland wallops the Tigers 7 to 4 in finale opener
Cleveland defeated Detroit 7 to 4 in the first game of the final series. Manager Jennings was ordered from the field by umpire Perrine in the first inning and pitcher Mullin was ejected in the third for derision. Covington left with a hurt pitching hand. Cobb fanned twice and Kaler struck out 10, with one costly inning for the Tigers.
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Baseball Doubleheaders and City Rivalries Dominate Schedule
Boston visits New York for two games while Philadelphia plays Washington in a pair of contests. Detroit travels to Cleveland and St. Louis hosts Chicago in two games apiece.
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Boxing Gossip Sparks Championship Battles and Referee Wars
Johnson seeks to referee elimination bouts claiming sole judging rights. Langford is hailed as top heavyweight outside Johnson, with many calling him Johnson’s master. Johnson hints at retirement to dodge a worthy challenger as public opinion awaits the real contender. Matty Baldwin vs Johnny Frayne set for Oct 9 in Salt Lake City at 182½ pounds.
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World Series Talk Divides Boston Fans on Giants and A’s
Boston fans debate the coming world series as Giants and A’s rise as favorites. Marquard and Mathewson strengthen New York’s odds while Ames and Wiltse offer backup. Plank and Bender loom for Philadelphia as Coombs and Crandall compete for remaining starts.
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