Al Palzer and McCarty Battle Before Big Crowd
Vernon Jan 1 with both boxers in top condition for a grueling heavyweight bout to decide the disputed belt amid heavy betting. Al Palzer of Towan and Luther McCarty of Missouri face off in a payback eliminator promoter Tom McCarey has staged as a lead up to the heavyweight title. Odds swing between even money and Palzer favored early but locals shift support to McCarty as fight time nears. Both camps report grueling training and cautious optimism. outcome deemed uncertain as fans anticipate a decisive clash in the ring.
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Harvard Athletics Officials Face Debarment Question
The Harvard Athletic Association treasurer Paul Withington and football coach are under review by national authorities over professional status. The debate centers on whether their Harvard ties and prior coaching roles make them professionals, amid past incidents involving Ellery Clark and amateurism rules.
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Kirby
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Divorce Hearing Details in Chase Alimony Case
Mrs. Chase seeks an interlocutory decree from New York Supreme Court Justice Bijur. The case involves alleged marital misconduct by Hall Chase, star first baseman of the New York Hightadders, with witness testimony about hotel visits and relationships. A referee conducted further hearings and findings before determining Mrs. Chase is entitled to a final divorce decree and $1,200 annual alimony.
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Chance and Farrell seek deal on length of manager contract
In Los Angeles on January 1 Frank Chance, ex Cubs boss, may meet Frank Farrell, president of the Highlanders, to discuss a contract length. Chance wants a long term, ideally five years, while Farrell favors one year. A conference is planned to resolve the extension issue and Chance hopes to rebuild the Highlanders for a stronger 1914 season.
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Frank Chance
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Farrell
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Matty Explains Covaleskie Goat Myth In Giants Tale
The tale recounts Covaleskie as a troubled pitcher taunted by a drumbeat nickname rat a tat tat while with Cincinnati and Philadelphia. It traces a fall from grace after a 19 hit, 17 run outing against the Giants and a career ending in the big leagues, with manager Griffith recalling the incident.
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How Yale Athletes Earn the News Y Insignia
Yale athletic insignia rules explained by captains across sports. Football Y goes to players in Princeton or Harvard games. Baseball Y to any participant in championship games. Track Y for top finishes in Yale Princeton Yale Harvard meets and top 12 at intercollegiate meet. Crew Y awarded to eight or four crews in championship events. Hockey Y for playing in Princeton and Harvard games. Swimming and water polo Y for majority of meets including Princeton or Pennsylvania, or as deemed by committee. Soccer Y for league game participation in spring. Gun club Y for intercollegiate match victory. Wrestling Y for wrestling in Princeton meet. Gym Y for entering dual or intercollegiate gym meets. Tennis Y for singles or doubles in Harvard Princeton or intercollegiate tourney. Intercollegiate golf champion receives Y.
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Sanitary Cleaning Co Ad Seeks Patronage at State Street
Sanitary Pressing and Cleaning Co offers clothing handling by the latest sanitary methods. Your patronage solicited. Write, phone or call. 650 State St. Phone 912.
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Trade Hints Nab Bob Stow For Outfielder In Bridgeport
Bridgeport Port baseball club alumni report Bob Stow may be traded for an outfielder as manager McCann, fresh from Baltimore, negotiates with several clubs. Stow’s speed keeps him valuable, despite a poor 1912 season, and a final deal may hinge on securing an outfielder from Boston or other teams.
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Bob
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Frank O'Rourke
Boston
Marsans Holds Out for Raise in Reds Contract
Armando Marsans, Cuban outfielder for the Cincinnati Reds, returned unsigned to August Herrmann with a terse note indicating he will not sign a deal below his true value. He prefers Cay to accepting a modest raise over last season and threatens to hold out unless his compensation is increased. Joe Tinker, the manager, faces a standoff as Marsans stands firm for a bigger payoff.
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Cuban Wrestler Seeks Return Match With Big Cutler
Cuban wrestler Ilse Vincent announces a forfeit return bout with Charley Cutler, offering winner take all or purse division terms. He claims full recovery after a prior five hour forty five minute struggle with Dementral and points to Cutler's long first and second falls. Also notes Marino Piastino and Zbyszko remarks and a brief Eve Spencer quote on women’s suffrage.
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Jen i
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elGent
Demetral
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Emil Kiank
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Zbyszko
Bresnahan Defense Plans in Cardinal Case
St Louis January 1 Roger Bresnahan has completed plans for his defense for charges the Cardinals will present to the National League Board of Directors. Giants manager John McGraw will testify as Bresnahan s star witness to show he gave his best efforts to the St Louis club. The Cardinals plan a limited witness list to counter what they call a famous forty reasons, while the club has yet to file an answer to Bresnahan s complaint by the deadline and talk of compromise continues.
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Board of Directors
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Locke to Buy Phillies Club Before January 16
Governor Tener confirms William H. Locke of Pittsburgh can exercise his option to buy the Phillies by January 15. The Pennsylvanian syndicate, likely led by Locke, aims to rescue the club for about 400000, removing syndicate influence and making Pennsylvanians the ownership core. Locke reportedly will become club president.
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Charles P. Taft
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Overall Anxious To Don His Uniform Again
Orvie Overall, once with the Cubs, announces his plan to join the National League to resume organized baseball. He asserts his arm is strong after winter work and says Murphy denies him a permit to play in Chicago, forcing a demand for terms from the National Commission.
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Face Soest Rivalry Sparks Highlander Talk
Sam Sowaa vera denies receiving an offer to move to New York with Frenk Chase. Close friends say if he plays again, he is likely to join the Highlanders, signaling a possible comeback and team change rumors.
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Sam Sowaavera
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Frenk Chase
Art of Kidding Valued Asset for the Prize Fighter
A survey of verbal warfare in boxing shows talking and taunts influence bouts. Kid McCoy used taunts to spark Peter Maher's fury in 1900 at Coney Island, while Jack Johnson and others rode ridicule to victories. The piece highlights how taunting shaped outcomes and deflated opponents.
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Maher
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This Date in Pugilistic Annals Highlights
This date in boxing history features Kid McCoy beating Peter Braher in 1909 at Coney Island New York, Willie Lewis stopping Frea t Cotton in 1st round in 1907 New York, Abe Attell and Owen Moran a 25 round draw in San Francisco, and additional bouts like Ad Wolgast stopping Bud Piotell in 1909 at St Joseph Missouri and Charley Goldman defeating Ben Riley in Charleston. Johnny Conlon beat Mike Orison in 1909 Kansas City and Johnny Kilbane defeated Tom in 190?
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Peter Braher
Coney Island
N. Y
Willie Lewis
Freat Cotton
New York
Abe Attell
Owen Moran
San Francisco
Ad Wolgant
Bud Piotell
St. Joseph
Charley Goldman
Ben Riley
Charleston
S. C
Johnny Conlon
Mike Orison
Kansas City
Johnny Kilbane
Tom
Kilbane Wins 15 Rounds at Canton in Title Bout
In a 15 round clash at Canton, Kilbane secures a unanimous decision over an unnamed opponent. The card also features Young Jr defeating Jack Meekham at Testo and a bout where Ricat Tiley battles in the tenth round at Vernon. Moreau and French participate in separate lighter matchups, with limited details available.
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Canton
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Testo
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Bowling league results and club notes from City Games week
In the Duck Pin and Armstron g leagues the Red Sox and Cubs pull mixed results while Arcade Junigra and Rede mest compete midweek. Totals show Camplin, Shippton, and Stanning posting scores as teams tally wins and losses across Friday and Wednesday sessions in the city leagues.
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Probate Court Notice in Bridgeport Estate of Catherine Graham
State of Connecticut Probate Court Bridgeport December 1018 Estate of Catherine Graham late of Bridgeport. Creditors are directed to exhibit their claims within six months from the date hereof for settlement. Those neglecting to present accounts will be barred from recovery. All indebted parties are to make immediate payment to Lawrence.
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District OF Bridgeport
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Catherine Graham
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