White Hopes Face Dim Chance to Regain Title
James J. Corbett assesses the boxing scene as champions like Abe Attell, Joe Jeannette, and Sam McVey loom, while lightweights such as Tom Kennedy Palzer and Joe Mandot draw attention. He notes injuries, sickness, and organizational actions may delay title bouts and spur new talent among contenders.
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James J. Corbett
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Mathewson
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Rome
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Matt Wells
England
Fred Welsh
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Joe ManJot
Seylor
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New Orleans
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Pat Moore
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Baseball League Gossip and Managerial Plans
Harry Darin, new Cleveland manager, meets with President Somers to map a thirty man training squad as Southern trip looms. Clarke of Pittsburgh discusses duties while minor leagues prepare a robust draft. A proposed rules committee of two umpires per league and three writers aims to simplify the rule code at the Victoria hotel meeting.
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Harry Darin
Cleveland
Somers
Davis Lana
New
Fie Maskausien
Charlie Murphy
Hemphill Released Between Teams In MLB Shuffle
Veteran outfielder Charlie Hemphill was released by Chicago Americans to the New York Americans. The move followed prior reports of his trade to the Atlanta club and waiver requests by New York. Chicago declined consent and sought waiver price as manager Callahan plans to attend the American League meeting for possible further moves.
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Charlie Hemphill
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New York
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White Sox
Gray To Be Goat In World's Series Seat Investigation
William Gray former secretary of the New York Giants faces scrutiny as Ban Johnson plans a National Commission session to probe ticket sales for the World Series at the Polo Grounds. President Brush departs on vacation, leaving duties to Treasurer John Whaten and Joe O'Brien. National League President Tom Lynch says no crookery found and exoneration expected. Herrmann and Lynch coordinate on timing as Johnson delays until Sunday afternoon and Monday morning session nears.
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William Gray
New York Giants
Ban Johnson
American
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Brush
B. B. Johnson
Tom Lynch
Natonal League
Johnson
New York
Lynch
National Commission
Cincinnati
Giants
Adenst Herrmann
Chicago
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Bill Gray
Joseph D. O'Brien
American Association
No More Women At Big Yale Football Game
Yale ticket policy limits each applicant to a single ticket next season, effectively excluding women from attending the big games in New Haven. Undergraduates and graduates will receive one ticket each, with a waitlisted extra ticket for any remaining allotments. The article calls for a Yale Stadium to solve overcrowding and restore access for all enthusiasts.
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Yale Field
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Frosty Evening for Boxing Fans at Sokol Hall
A rough boxing card at Sokol hall presented by Knickerbocker A. C. ended sourly after Cohen defeated Mackay by foul. Cohen dazzled with speed and footwork while Mackay drew boos for below belt blows. The crowd blamed poor prelims and warned against future unregulated shows by the organizers.
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Biz Mackay
Wagner
Sokol Hall
Knickerbocker A. C
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Cleveland
Cohen
Terry Lee
Barney Green
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Barnum Avenue
Hallett Street
Curley
Kid Perrone
Meriden
Toots Slattery
Kelly
Signor Kelly
Jimmy Clinton
Irish O'Brien
Billy Murray Contenders for Cincinnati Manager Post
Eastern critics unite in praising Billy Murray as a potential Reds manager. He knows the game, excels at scouting, and led the Philadelphia club with diplomatic skill amid a tough era. Fans weigh Mitch Mitchell and Hoblitzell as possible leaders, noting their clean records and steadiness.
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Cincinnati
Billy Murray
Philadelphia
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Tinker
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Readout of Boxing Clash and World Series Ticket Scandal
United Press reports from New York on December 9 note an Empire A C bout between Carl Morris and Tom Kenny set for Dec 9. It also says the National Baseball Commission will investigate World Series ticket scalping with 3000 tickets alleged sold to speculators.
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United Press
New York
Empire A.C
Carl Morris
Toms Kenny
National Baseball Commission
Philadelphia
Ban Johanson
American League
Boston Club Is Hoodoo for Baseball Magnates
Boston, Dec. The case of Jake Stahl recently signed as manager by the Hostom American Club will come before the American league meeting in New York next week. Stahl is an ineligible player by virtue of failure to report for play. President B. B. Sohsmen says Stahl will be dealt with.
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Jake Stahl
New York
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Baseball Commission
B. B. Sohsmen
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Boston
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Mike Gibbons Seeks Quiet Return After Coffey Fight
The rising welterweight star Mike Gibbons avoids fanfare after his bout with Walter Coffey. He plans a fifteen round match with Frank Perren in Providence, then a return to St Paul with his wife and child. Promoters seek him for bigger guarantees after his sensational showing.
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Mike Gibbons
Walter Coffey
Gibbons
Bronx Park
Frank Perren
Pawtucket
Providence
Ed Reddy
St. Paul
Frank Klaus
Buck Crouse
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Fairmount Club
All American Eleven Sparks Debate And Baseball Power Shifts
The article notes Walter Camp’s All American selections draw criticism for favoring Eastern players while Western voices question the fairness of the picks. It reports on player moves including Howard Baker to Hartford and Brown captaincy of Ashbaugh, plus extensive speculation about ownership and management of the Boston Nationals and related figures.
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Wagner
Sporting World
Walter Camp
Yale
Camp
Buffalo
Acion
Connecticut League
Howard Baker
Holyoke
Hartford
Baker
Louieville
American Association
George Stallings May Lead Phillies Amid Managerial Talks
Unclear text hints at George Stallings potentially becoming Phillies manager. Mentions Abe Phillips and Charles Dean in context of team plans and player names, but details are garbled.
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Toy Segre
Priiies
Charles Dean
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Fairmounts and Columbia Face Off in City Showdown
The Fairmounts meet Columbia in a key city game as Tiernan and Cole lead their teams. Expected to be a tight contest with standings implications for both squads.
Good Year For Flower Growers
The article notes a productive year for flower growers with officers listed including President A. Pee Cobellus and Secretary George 3 Seattie. It mentions society activities and elections, highlighting successful terms and ceremonial duties amid a busy season.
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