Corbett demands Fitzsimmons sign within a week
Champion Jim Corbett announced in Cincinnati that Fitzsimmons must sign the articles of agreement within seven days or he will call the fight off. Corbett said Fitz is touring theatrically and may delay, but expects him to sign or risk a match with another opponent if funds fail. If no side stake is raised, Corbett will fight without it.
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Cincinnati
Jim Corbett
Fitzsimmons
Fitz
Corbett
Alix
Directum
Cook Remedy CO
Washington, St
Boston
Mass
Cook Remedy.co
Corbett Fitzsimmons match talks transform public image
Boxing gossip from New York reports Jim Corbett pressing to fight Bob Fitzsimmons with decisive business intent, surprising Fitzsimmons camp and changing public perception. Potential January or February bout discussed alongside prospects of Joe Walcott versus Al Griffo, and possible Maher O'Donnell clash with local club notes and promoter hints.
Jockey Club Buys Matchbox for Stud in London
The Jockey Club has purchased Baron Hirsch's English racehorse Matchbox for stud duties in Vienna on October 18. The agreed price is £18,000, with the transaction announced by authorities familiar with Thoroughbred racing.
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Vienna
The
Jockey Club
Baron Hirsch
Matchbox
Tennis at Harvard reaches semi finals in fall tourney
Harvard fall tennis tournament advances to the semi finals as G L Wrenn loses to J H Chase 1 6 1 6 0 while A S Pier defeats Rick Carleton 6 3 9 7 6 3. Singles results include Carleton over Leonard 10 12 6 0 6 2 and Read over Foster 8 6 6 4. Semis set for 3:30 pm with Pier and Read favored to reach final.
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Harvard
G. L. Wrenn
J. H. Chase
Chase
A. S. Pier
R.ick. Carleton
Carleton
H. A. L. Land
J. B. Read
H. Foster
A. Ore
R. H. Carleton
G. Wrenn
H. R. Simonds
A. J. Boyden
A. Sterling
E. V. Frothingham
F. L. Huidekeper
L. Williams
A. L. Pier
R. B. Cutting
H. R. Scott
Pier
R. L. Wrenn
A. Ingraham
Read
Saugus Trots at Franklin Park Race Meet
Spectators at Franklin Park, Saugus, witnessed thirteen competitive heats as track records fell in the 2:14 class with Maud P. and Tony Wilcox setting new marks. Weather and track conditions were ideal, promising strong turnout for the upcoming 2:10 pacing event. Grat dominated the unfinished 2:22 race by winning the first two heats, Caywood swept the 2:28 trot, while Maud P. and Tony Wilcox won two heats each in the pace and Merry Bird claimed two in the trot.
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Franklin Park
Saugus
Maud P
Tony Wilcox
Grat
Caywood
Merry Bird
Juniors Beat Freshmen in Frigid Park Exhibition
The Boston University juniors defeated the freshmen in a Franklin Park afternoon ball game. Girls stood shivering as the crowd offered scant cheers. Score ran about 27 to 1 in favor of the juniors.
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Boston University
Franklin Park
Suspect Arrested in Larceny Case In South Boston
At 3 16 yesterday afternoon officers of Division 4 arrested Caroline D Collins aged 21 for the alleged larceny of four 100 bills from Lawler the boat builder of South Boston July 27. Mr Lawler refused to tell the details to the press.
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Division 4
Caroline D. Collins
Lawler
South
Boston
Duffy honored with gold watch by Boston club leaders
Hugh Duffy receives a Howard gold watch and chain at a Boston Bleacher Club event at United States Hotel. Alderman Dever presents the gift, praising Duffy’s loyalty and aiming to match Philadelphia’s tribute to Delehanty. Notables from the Boston sports scene share tributes and anecdotes in a festive, high‑profile gathering.
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Hugh Duffy
Boston
United
Philadelphia
Delehanty
Hugh
T. WM. Murnane
Tim
Duffy
Chicago
J. C. Morse
The
Herald
Morse
Edward J. McHugh
Mother
Birdie
Marie
David E. Barry
Michael J. Moore
Mike
Tom McCarthy
Thomas F. McCarthy
Duff
Michael J. Sullivan
John A. Cullen
Boston College
Dennis H. Mahoney
Herman Long
M. J. Corliss
James H. Berrill
L. P. O'Connor
James H. Walsh
John 8. McDonough
David Murray
William Brady
Peter Kelley
the Post
John Sheehan
Thomas F. Bolles
M. J. Carroll
Mr. Duffy
Heavenly Twins
D. A. Doherty
John Dever
David Barry
Thomas McCarthy
Bostons
T. H. Murnane
Globe
Edward J. MacHugh
John S. McDonough
John H. Cullen
John F. Sullivan
Clevelands
L. B. O'Connor
Post
Joseph Sheehan
McNary
Thomas Bolles
Somerville Cycle Club plans winter social and racing events
The Somerville Cycle Club outlined a busy winter with two rehearsals weekly for the minstrel show, a potential A C C bowling team, and a committee structure for club entertainments and billiards tours. Members discussed a new clubhouse, celebrated Vinton and other riders, and noted a Roslindale ten mile handicap and a Roxbury Wheelmen century event. Ex Senator Glines joined active membership as the Associated Cycling Clubs strengthens its governance and admission rules.
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Somerville Cycle Club
Currell
Merritt
Bones
Clements
Theal
Tambos
Douglas Foster
8. F. Benson
Frank Mayo
J. F. Benson
Te F E. Naugler
A Goldsmith
Charles Cole
Glines
Central Club
Roxbury Wheelmen
Vinton
Portland
Roslindale Cycle Club
Press
Century Run
Towne
Pease
Howard E. Raymond
National Racing Board
Chicago
Associated Cycling Clubs
Sacred Circle
Wadlea
Roxbury
Beverly Times
Dartmouth College
Guy Gary
Lynn Cycle Club Holds First Annual Track Race
The Lynn Cycle Club opened its first annual track meet at Glenmere Park facing strong headwinds. G. M. Rollins broke the Lynn track record with a 2:23 mile standing start. Results include C. M. Rollins winning the one-mile handicap from scratch with A. J. Hammond second and Melvin Lenfest third, and Rollins taking the club championship with Lenfest as runner-up.
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Lynn
Lynn Cycle Club
Glenmere Park
G. M. Rollins
C. M. Rollins
A. J. Hammond
Melvin Lenfest
M. Randall
H. Thorne
Yale Daily News Opposes Thanksgiving Football Game
The Yale Daily News argues against playing Princeton on Thanksgiving Day citing street disturbances and reputational harm to Yale. It asserts faculty would not permit the game and questions the notion that the contest is a fixed annual fixture.
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New Haven
Conn
Yale Daily News Today
Yale
Princetonians
New York
Princeton
Harvard
Princetonian
American Football Association
President Takes Interest In Tree Planting At Buzzard's Bay
The president helped plant trees at his property in Buzzard's Bay as warm weather continued. Mrs. W. E. Russell returned to Boston on the midday train.
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Buzzard’s Bay
W. E. Russell
Boston
Cold weather cures with Glyconine Oxygen relief
Advertises Von Berger Glyconine Oxygen as immediate relief for colds and cure for catarrh. Sold wholesale and retail at 14 Blackstone Street, Boston.
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von Berger
Blackstone St
Bostote
The American Association of Baseball Clubs Formed
Delegates from seven cities met in Philadelphia to form a new league to begin next summer. The American Association of Baseball Clubs will include eight member cities with ten year terms, a fixed gate fund, and strict play rules including a double umpire system and distinctive home uniforms.
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Philadelphia
New York
A. W
Bocannon
Brooklyn
William Barnie
Frank C. Richter
Kames
Washington
Walter Hewitt
Michael Scanlon
Chicago
Fred Pfeffer
Pittsburg
A. C. Buckenberger
A. L. Leroy
Milwaukee
Henry Quinn
F. C. Richter
Buffalo
Detroit
St. Louis
Cincinnati
Providence
Columbus
National League
New England Roller Polo League Publishes Schedule
The New England Roller Polo League list shows a dense schedule from November through January with matchups featuring Boston Providence New Bedford Pawtucket Salem Lynn and Navy dates. Key derbies include Boston vs Providence and Providence vs Pawtucket across many days and venues.
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New England Roller Polo League
Boston
Providence
New Bedford
Pawtucket
Salem
Lynn
Navy
Lynnn
Harvard Eleven Scrimmage Reveals Returning Players
Harvard practice on Soldiers Field saw many veterans back from injury while scrubs faced varsity substitutes in a lively session. Wrightington, Brewer, Beale, and others showed form as Harvard plans a strong lineup against Williams, with Newell of the freshman class excelling in a long run and Arnold and Hamlen delivering solid gains and hard play.
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Harvard
Emmons
Arthur Brewer
Wrightington
Charlie Brewer
Beale
Williams
Yale
Newell
Ma” Newell
Arnold
Hamlen
Wheeler
Shaw
Murchie
Alfred Borden
Fairchild
Willard
Lewis
Waters
Crosby
Mason
Mackie Will Join Harvard Football The Fall Season
Harvard football authorities confirmed Mackie will join the team for the fall season. He begins training next Monday and is expected to sit out exhibition games with outside teams for about a week.
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Harvard
Post
Mackie
Advertising Premiums For Laxol Ads Offer
The Post invites submissions for three ad contest prizes of 20, 10 and 5 dollars for Laxol advertisements from New England residents. Ads must be 14 to 300 words, may use display type, include clear sketches if used, and can be submitted repeatedly before November 20. Judging by Fred W. McDonald and others, results announced in December.
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New England
Jones
Post
M. Calm & Bro
Cedar Street
New York
Fred W. McDonald
The
Laxol
Care Post
Boston
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