Hungarian Boxer Herrick Poised to Rise in Middleweight Circles
Chicago reports Harry Gilmore Jr. promotes Jack Herrick the Hungarian middleweight prospect from Kewanee. Herrick, 20, already defeated Kid Ashe and drew with Jack Tilson, eyeing a bout with Canadian champion Hilliard Lang as he climbs toward top-tier status.
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Harry Gilmore, Jr
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Jack Herrick
Kewanee
Billy Papke
Tom McMahon
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Gimore
Kid Ashe
Cincinnati
Jack Tilson
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Hilliard Lang
Windsor
Lang
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Dillon
Joe Choynaki
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Phil Kearney to fight Kid Rose in Cheyenne
Denver sportsman Bert Connors writes that Phil Kearney will meet Kid Rose in Cheyenne on agreed terms. Kearney, a legitimate lightweight at 184 pounds, aims to fight Rose this month if the New York boxer agrees, with winner take all possible.
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New York
Three League May Drop Waterloo in Favor of Quincy
Chicago January 4 The Three I league may drop Waterloo Iowa at its meeting to favor Quincy Illinois strong hints from President Tearney. Tearney did not confirm Quincy but lined up President Hofer of the Illinois club to show advances. Decatur owners seek admission and if admitted Dubuque likely will be dropped.
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King Cole Aims for Easy Money on Stage Tour
Chicago January 4 King Cole Cub pitcher plans a stage engagement following in the footsteps of Donlin Tinker and other stars. He will appear at a local twenty and thirty and promises a line of conversation to thrill audiences. Cole also says he is developing a new drop ball cross between Mathewson fade away and the old out curve and that he will win every game next season if he gains control.
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Red Sox Sign 11 Players as Taylor Completes Roster
Boston January 4 President John S Taylor of the Red Sox completed a full nine man roster with 11 signed contracts including Worcester’s Hughey Bradley set as substitute and Pitcher McHale who was farmed out to Brockton last year.
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American jockey to ride in Russia after sign with Baron Lazero ff
Jacksonville Jan 4 An American jockey Bulwell signs to ride Baron Lazeroff s racers in Russia receiving a 400 dollar monthly retaining fee plus 25 dollars per win and 10 dollars per losing mount with a 110 pound weight cap He formerly rode for James R Keene and was suspended for sassing jockey club officials after a Gravesend Carlton Stakes appearance before steering Sweep to futurity victory
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Court hears diamond ring dispute in boxing impresario case
In Chicago Judge Goodnow's court, George Little testified about lending or giving a diamond ring toJohnson for a road flash. Johnson defended that Little lent no ring and claimed value received, while Little asserted ownership terms differed from Johnson's account.
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Pair of boxers reach 20-round bout in Bagland
Four four round contestants Packey Me Pearland and Pres Welsh clash in a 20 round decision travel to Bagland on February 6.
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Winnipeg club signs Gilmore as matchmaker and secretary
The Red River Athletic club of Winnipeg Canada contracts former Packey McFarland manager Harry Gilmore to act as secretary and matchmaker. Gilmore departs for Winnipeg that night to begin duties as the club touts strong financial backing and plans top tier boxing so future championship bouts may be staged there.
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No Baseball War Declared as Agreement Stands
Louisville Ky January 4 George Tebeau testifies in Cromley back salary suit against Kansas City club saying there will be no baseball war and the American Association remains quiet until September 1911 when the ten year pact expires. He states President Chivington will be reelected next week.
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Wales Seeks World Lightweight Title Campaign in U S
Freddie Welsh, England lightweight champion, plans another U S visit to pursue the world lightweight title after defeating Driscoll. With no English contenders remaining, his campaign will focus on international bouts.
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House and Lot for Hope of White Rack in Sapulpa
Sapulpa residents plan to award a house and lot to Carl Morris the Oklahoma giant as a token of gratitude for the publicity he has brought to the town. Morris, once a railroader, rose to boxing fame and is a former Sapulpa resident.
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Oklahoma
Oakland to Probe Oral Betting at Merivale Track
Alameda County district attorney plans to investigate the oral betting system at the Merivale race track to indict violators of state race track gambling law. He asked the grand jury to tour the track and assess the situation with twenty bookmakers clerks and layers of odds subpoenaed to testify.
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Meryville
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Wolgast Memlich Fight Set for Washington's Birthday
Kansas City dispatch reports manager Tom Jones confirms Wolgast will meet George Memale on February 22. The announcement arrives with details of the boxing showdown in a press letter dated January 4.
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Army to Vaccinate Whole Force Against Typhoid
Sherman County dispatch from Washington reports Major General Wood ordering general vaccination of the army with anti typhoid virus if feasible. He notes serum is harmless and protective value proven by medical statistics and urges voluntary acceptance by officers enlisted men and civilians at posts, with compulsory steps only at outbreak discretion.
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Tire causes accident on Pennsylvania train at Princeton Junction
An unreal accident on a New York bound Pennsylvania train left at 8 2 0 this morning at Princeton Junction. A tire or wheel broke free striking a man on a Pullman coach and injuring him as debris shattered window glass. The report is incomplete but notes damage to the coach and injuries.
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New York
Pennsylvania
Princeton Junction
Miner with Back Fracture Hopes Against Odds
Jim Alncott, a miner at the Heela mine in Louieville, was brought to Boulder with a broken back after a cavern collapse. Doctors show little hope for recovery, though his survival to this point suggests a strong constitution. Alncott, with a Bulgarian wife and family, had been working at Heelx mine two months.
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Brooklyn Waterfront Terror As Jack the Slasher Strikes
Two detectives in disguises search the Brooklyn waterfront for the killer nicknamed Jack the Slasher who has terrorized the district for two months. Police report twenty victims with six in serious condition in Brooklyn hospitals.
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Four Cremated in New York Bedding Factory Fire
Four men are missing and believed dead after a fire at H. Sussman bedding factory on Second Avenue spread to three adjoining buildings. The blaze began shortly before noon today, triggering alarms and extensive firefighting efforts.
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Neal Institute Promises Three Day Cure For Drink Habit
An Omaha based advertisement touts the Neal Three Day Drink Habit Cure at 1502 South Tenth Street. It claims no injections or narcotics, a no cure no pay policy, and rapid results with hundreds of men in Iowa and Nebraska reportedly cured in a few months.
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London Siege of Sidney Street Ends in Barricaded Fire
London reports say nearly all England was stirred by a clash in the East End when a small anarchist group faced 1200 police infantry and artillery at a Sidney Street barricaded home. Debris yielded three bodies after an eight hour stand where attackers reportedly set fire to their stronghold.
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Bonilla’s Army Marches on Tegucigalpa Victorious
Tegucigalpa Honduras Jan 4 Victorious in fighting on the Atlante coast the army of ex President Bonilla is reported marching on the city in three divisions General Lee Christmas the American soldier of fortune is said to be directing the main division Deser tions from government ranks are frequent and Davila supporters live in terror
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Millionaire Baby Learns Languages Early
Washington reports Edward B. McLean and his wife teaching their infant son to say words in Japanese and English. A Japanese nurse will guide the child's English vocabulary, while a Spanish nurse and later a German governess will add Spanish and German. The boy, heir to potential riches, is described as possibly worth 19 million dollars if he lives.
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Edward B. McLean
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Thomas F. Walsh
Colorado
First Maine Wreck Body Recovered
The first human remains from the wreck of the old battleship Maine were brought to the surface yesterday by a dredge. Hlavana, Jan. 4. The find marks a milestone in the long naval disaster recovery operation.
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Maine
Remains Found in Shipwreck Dredge Haul
Divers recovered two rib bones and small hand bones placed in a receptacle for later collection. The dredge also pulled three inch shells, a large amount of coal, and part of the coal bunkers away from the ship. This may support theory of an external explosion under the bunkers, but needs further wreck examination. Work on the hulk continues as sailors await overdue pay settlement.
American hanged for murder in Ireland
Cork Ireland Van 4 William Scanlan an American army pensioner was hanged today for the murder of his sister in law. The crime was committed in 1909 and Scanlan who had three trials was convicted on purely circumstantial evidence.
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Cork
William Scanlan
Scanlan
Author of Juvenile Books Dead at 68
New York report states Charles H. Woodman author of books for children has died at his home aged 62. The veteran writer passed away following a prolonged illness leaving a lasting impact on juvenile literature.
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Charles H. Woodman
Popular Civil War Author and Key Works
The text notes a civil war context and highlights the author’s best known books, including Boys and Girls of the American Revolution and Defense of Turkey, indicating their stature and influence in the period.
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Rebel Leader Killed in Chihuahua Engagement
El Paso reports Praxsides Guerrero of Los Angeles, head of Mexican revolutionists in northern Chihuahua, killed by mounted rurales in a Monday engagement at Janis. Telegram confirms the death and notes the action occurred last week.
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