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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 04, 1906
Page
2
Joe Gans tells The Post he believed Nelson fouled intentionally as he tired, asserting he could finish the fight quickly and offering a rematch if Nelson wants one. Gans says Nelson preferred to lose on a foul and vows to whip him in less time.
Battling Nelson tells the Post it was a clear case of quitting with Joe Gans. He says he only hit low once, that Gans used it as an excuse, and that Nelson was stronger and fresher. He offers to fight Gans again anytime.
Referee Siler told the Post there was no doubt Nelson fouled Gans though he avoided disqualification for two reasons. He cited not injuring Gan and not disappointing the crowd. In the final round the foul became palpable and could not be passed.
Young Roosevelt, visiting Goldfield in September, attended a major boxing match and expressed immense enthusiasm. He praised Gans as a wonder and admired Nelson for withstanding heavy exchanges.
The Gans Nelson bout is noted as one of the longest under Queensberry rules. Historical references cite longer matches: Bowen Burke drew after 110 rounds in New Orleans on April 6, 1893. Sheriff Welsh fought 76 rounds in Philadelphia on April 20, 1884. Donovan McClellan went 93 rounds in San Francisco on August 18, 1879.
A man from Dresden Maine describes long battle with cracked finger ends since boyhood. After trying wax and pitch with little relief he bought Cuticura Soap and Ointment from W A Bibber in Richmond on February 21 and reports complete healing with a second instalment purchased and plans to continue use. June 24, 1905.
Mrs Ezra Heald reports her six month old developed facial eczema which cleared after six months using Cuticura Soap Ointment and Resolvent. She recommends the products and notes no recurrence. Ad displays prices for Cuticura Soap Ointment Resolvent and related items.
S B Trask a Gloucester native now living at 92 Bowdoin Street Boston is described as the oldest printer in Boston. At 75 he walked the parade route with the Alfred Mudge Company chapel joining the Typographical Union 18. He recalls historic duties from 1856 and 1860 and boasts long union membership plus a large family and a great grandson status.
Gans fought on with a broken right hand after the third round and relied on his left hand as Nelson tired. The crowd hissed Nelson's camp while Teddy Roosevelt Jr, ringside, watched as Rickard announced a $33,500 purse with Nelson at $22,500 and fans at $11,000.
An exhortation urges readers to quit coffee and embrace Postum to align with divine purpose. It argues coffee weakens health, digestion, and spirit, while sobriety, thrift, and upright living bring happiness, health, peace, and prosperity. The piece recommends choosing Postum as part of a self-improvement path.
Havana September 3. President Palma declared there would be no concessions beyond the pardon already offered and would not seek or accept outside help. He said the government could end the insurrection without American intervention, now or in the future.
Americans showed activity and strength in trading despite the Wall Street holiday. Union Pacific led gains touching a record above 202 as prices improved through the session with Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul also notable before closing firm near session highs.
Jerry Corkery known as an announcer at major meets watched the Post staff announce Gans winning in the 9 minute mark, then again in the 424th round on a foul. The crowd cheered for Gans and the Post as the first to report the result with a bulletin.
Local readers report unanimous belief that Nelson fouled Gans deliberately to concede the bout. Hector McGinnis Walter Cumming Johnny Noonan Denny Sullivan and Billy Gartland express that the Dane quit by using a foul blow, seen as cowardly and intentional.
In Goldfield Nevada on September 3 both boxers weighed 133 pounds in ring costumes. Gans challenged Nelson to weigh again when he joined the scales and later stepped on naked at 131 1/2 pounds after the crowd dispersed.
A historical account outlines a boxing match divided into rounds with summaries of actions. The readable segments highlight exchanges, notable blows, and round-by-round progression, preserving the event’s rhythm and energy without graphic detail.
Five hundred patrolmen from various stations were detailed for duty along the parade route. Superintendent Pierce personally oversaw the operation and eight ambulances were stationed at regular points to aid heat victims or accident victims.
The Osmo-Chemic Physicians at 18 Boylston Street announce a limited time offer through Sept 15 giving one month of treatment with all medicines free for every patient. Free consultation and X Ray examination accompany the guarantee of a cure if the case is curable. Out-of-town patients are encouraged to visit.
Voice of the People interviews reveal multiple Massachusetts and New Hampshire residents praising the Leucodescent light therapy from Osmo-Chemic physicians. Testimonials include recovered bladder and kidney disease, avoidance of surgery, and cures for rheumatism, catarrh, peritonitis, and skin cancer.
A brief notice outlines daily office hours from 9 AM to 12 M and 2 to 6 PM with Sunday closure. The text references an Osmo-Cemic system of medicine but provides no further context or details about services or location.
The Post identifies William Welch formerly of Guysboro Nova Scotia as the murdered man found on Commonwealth flats. Mary Zenella of South Boston, a cousin, viewed the body at City Morgue and confirmed the identification after a lengthy, emotional viewing. Police continue the hunt for Welch's companions and details of his whereabouts.
G. Morse of 12 Summer street Somerville fell from the running board of a car on Massachusetts Avenue Cambridge last evening and is thought to have sustained a concussion. He was taken to Cambridge Hospital.
Creditors of The Traders Insurance Company of Chicago are warned that on June 29 1906 a Circuit Court order directs filing under oath of all non fire loss claims within ninety days of that date. Claims not filed by the deadline are forever barred from distributions. Blank claim forms available at Byron L. Smith receiver office Rector Building Chicago Illinois.
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