Flynn's slim chances against Johnson rise in Corbett piece
James J. Corbett argues Flynn has slim odds to beat Johnson, noting Johnson's peak form, Flynn's discipline, and the risks of a title bout. Corbett compares past champions, speculates on Palzer’s potential, and hints at training plans and possible managerial help for a white heavyweight challenger. The column mixes opinion with boxing history and local-interest angles.
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Welle
Palzer
Tom O’rotre
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Palser
Roure
Jack Johnson
Boxing annals recap of 1909 bouts across venues
In 1909 reports Sandy Ferguson won a decision over Joe Jeanette in 12 rounds at Boston. Nelson defeated Jack in six rounds in Oklahoma. Houck defeated Youne Whrey in ? rounds at Lancaster Iowa. Jeff Smith outpointed Jimmy Clabby in 10 rounds at New York.
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Good Games Arranged For City League Doubleheader
City League action set for tomorrow with the Yosts facing the Nationals in a first ever doubleheader at Yost field. Batteries: Robacker and McCormack for Yosts. Gallagher and Lauber for Nationals. Also Black Rocks meet Brooksides at St Josephs Oval as Stamford debuts at West End Park against the West Ends in the semi pro league. Jimmy Giblin leads Stamford with Hi Laddy umpiring.
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International League standings fragment shows varied results
In this segment from the International League several games are listed with team matchups and scores. Buffalo and Jersey City post wins or losses, while Montreal beats Rochester and Providence also records a two to two result alongside other unclear entries.
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Jersey City
Toypate
Newark
Toronto
Rochester
Providence
Montreal
Baltimore
Senators Too Much for McCann Stick Wielders
The Senators defeated Mechanics in a two game sweep in Hartford. Game scores were 11 to 5 and 8 to 2. Speed Finn started the opener for Mechanics but was ineffective while Pete Wilson was knocked off the mound in the fourth. Averett of Hartford finished strong, and fielding by Stow and Bridges contributed to the loss.
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Ducky Holmes
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Duckey
Dick Tuckey
Inside Baseball Coaching and Club Politics Detailed
A dense recap notes changes in baseball clubs including player moves, costs, and management opinions. It references Hartford, Bridgeport, and Washington figures, cites pennant ambitions, and quotes managers on strategy and morale. The piece covers game results, scores, and the role of coaching and leadership in modern baseball.
Harvard Wins Boat Race In Hollow Fashion
New London Conn June 22 Harvard with an American stroke scored a triple rowing victory over Yale using British methods on the Thames. Harvard won the freshman eight, the varsity fours, and the varsity eight by nearly five lengths, finishing the four miles in 21 43 1 2 minutes to Yale's 22 04. Yale leaders started strong but Harvard pulled away after the first hundred yards and maintained the lead to the end.
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Giants Won't Send McCormick To Toronto Club
Boston reports debunk the claim Harry McCormick was released to the Toronto Eastern League club. The Yankee option on Arthur Bues has been shifted to the Boston Braves as part of roster maneuvering. McCormick remains a World Series money candidate, while Milton Stock may be favored as the new infielder.
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Toronto
Arthur Bues
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Boston Braves
Bure
Megraw
Milton Stock
Mietts
Yale Harvard Boat Race Record Through The Ages
Yale has not won the boat race in five years while Harvard leads series history. The fastest Thames time by Yale was 1888 at 20 minutes 10 seconds for four miles, Harvard’s best 1878 at 20 minutes 44.75 seconds. Harvard won by about 72 boat lengths in a 1900s era race. Yale’s stroke collapsed in 4 years earlier but kept pace to finish. Since 1908 Harvard dominated Thames rowing, Yale’s program in slump.
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Vanderbilt Cup and Grand Prize Races Near Milwaukee
Entry blanks issued for the Vanderbilt Cup and Grand Prize races to be held in Milwaukee in late September. The Vanderbilt Cup sanction by the AA contest board awaits approval after course patrolling plans are finalized. Racing committee allocates 20,000 to ensure the course is the finest possible with safety measures around turns.
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Ducky Holmes suspended by Bridgeport management
Bridgeport manager McCann suspends pitcher Ducky Holmes citing arm trouble and slow speed. Plan to rest him for form, with Tommy Barron added to bolster the staff. Also note Frank O Rourke’s $3000 transfer to Bridgeport, and Snyder’s improving health as the team faces a tight pitching situation.
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McCann
Newark
Holmes
Tommy Barron
Hartford
Dick Tuckey
Springfield
Park Avenue Juniors Seek Games for Team Schedule
To the Sporting Editor of The Farmer, Park Avenue Juniors seek games. The report notes a 38 to 8 loss in a recent contest with unclear details about standout players, errors, and performance. Roy Harris reportedly pitched eleven innings without allowing a hit before being removed from the mound. Park Avenue Juniors’ batteries were Charles Wilson pitcher, Leo Ma Namara catcher, with further names obscured in the text.
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Peery
Roy Harris
Charles Wilson
Leo M
Namara
First United States Senator James Lane born in Indiana
James Henry Lane born June 22 1814 in Indiana. He became a lawyer and Mexican War officer, served in Congress before moving to Kansas. He joined the Free State side during Kansas violence and was elected U S Senator in 186? though he was initially debarred from his seat.
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Fragmentary historical note on a political figure and trial
Fragmented OCR reads as a historical sketch mentioning a chief commander of Free State forces, a presumed trial for murder, and a United States Senator in 1861 with later health issues and a period in Leavenworth. Warnings of incomplete names and garbled phrases cloud exact identities and events.
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Cain
Isaae
Leavenworth
Red Fisher Faces Heavy Fine for Remarks to Umpire
President O Rourke of the Connecticut league announced that umpire Mild Mike Doherty fined Red Fisher of the Mechanics for making remarks about the official’s eyesight during yesterday’s game in New Haven. The amount of the fine has not been decided. Second baseman Landgraf of Sorid was also noted for using language during the game. Trinity and Nortis venues were listed for upcoming events.
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Red Fisher
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Doherty
Tim Eire Corcored
Mrs Davis denies prearranged Roosevelt demonstration
Chicago reports that Mrs W A Davis who led a Roosevelt demonstration at the convention denies any prearranged plan. She says she acted on impulse and regrets the moment of panic before the crowd.
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