Rumor of Double Cross in Jeffries Johnson Fight
The article discusses persistent speculation that Jeffries was deceived by Johnson and manager George Little before the Reno bout. It cites alleged payoffs, training lapses, and betting hedges as signs of a frame up, with Tex Rickard seeking a Johnson rematch and supporters awaiting the truth.
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James J. Jeffries
Lil Artha
Johnson Aj Reno
Jeffies
Johneson
Jeff
Johnson
George Little
Tex Rickard
Reno
Los Angeles
Boilermaker
Rickard
Jeffries
Jim
Let Me Figure On Your Wiring Advertisement
An electrician with eighteen years of experience advertises a complete line of supplies and fixtures including Tungsten lamps motors dynamo and vacuum cleaners. He promises all work guaranteed and prompt attention with service calls to save time and money for hundreds of satisfied customers.
Tigers offer two thousand to Harvard pitcher Hicks
Detroit July 15. Hughey Jennings offers Traf ford Hicks a 2000 salary to pitch for Detroit. Hicks, 19, shows speed and curve, plus superb control. Several big league teams chase him, but he may remain independent. if he joins, Detroit could be his destination.
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Tigers
Hughey Jennings
Trafford Hicks
Harvard University
Geags
Detroi
Hicks
Jemninga
PIGHT GAME TO BE RE OPENED AT MEMPHIS
Memphis Tenn July 14 boxing show resumes after two week lapse with Wille Gibbe of Philadelphia and Tommy Dixon of Brooklyn slated in the windup. Frank O Brien of Philadelphia named matchmaker and Willie Finack will referee.
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Memphis Memphia
Tenn
Wille Gibbe
Philadelphia
Tommy Dixon
Brooklyn
Frank O'Brien
Willie Finack
Lorswan
Summer Clearance Sale of Oxfords at Jenkins Shor Co
Jenkins Shor Co announces a summer clearance sale featuring oxford footwear. Discounts apply across styles and sizes while supplies last. Customers are invited to visit stores for latest deals and prompt service.
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Oxfords
Jenkins Shor CO
Nationals Purchase Central League Catcher
Pittsburgh Pennsylvania July 16 arrangement completed for the purchase of catcher Martin from the Dayton Ohio Central League team for delivery to the Pittsburgh Nationals next fall.
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Phtpaukg
Nationals
Pitteburg
Martin
Dayton
Ohio
Piteburg Nationals
Shadow burying bet ends with Geger's nullification
In Wilkesbarre Pennsylvania on July 16 Barney Geger of Georgetown pledged to bury his shadow if Jeffries lost to Johnson. After taunts, Geger dug a grave by lantern light and covered it, but his shadow reappeared, leading Stovey and friends to absolve him from the wager.
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Wilkesbarre
Barney Geger
Georgetown
Richard Stovey
Jeffries
Johnson
Hig Shadow
Stovey
Gegor
Hig Bet
Baseball National League Rain Delays Postponed Games
In the New York Brooklyn Philadelphia Chicago circuit, several games were postponed due to rain. Batteries listed include Wiltse Raymond Myers and Schlei Maddox Leever White Gibson in New York. Curtis Ferguson Graham Rariden Suggs McLean in Cincinnati. and matchups Brooklyn St Louis and Philadelphia Chicago affected by precipitation.
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New York
Deuencena
Pittsburg
Wiltse
Raymond and Myers
Schlei
Maddox
Leever
White
Gibson
Cincinnati
Curtis
Ferguson
Graham
Rariden
Suggs
McLean
Brooklyn-St. Louis
Jenkins Semi Annual Olmak Anns Base Of Oxfords Now On Bargains
Fragmented text shows sports league references and team lineups with multiple names, places, and partial scores, ending with an advertising note for bargains on Oxford shoes. The legible items include team names like Detroit and Cleveland, and players listed among batteries, with scattered city references and an Oxford shoe sale notice.
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Jenkins
Olmak Anne
Oxfords
Trinidad on Hand Ready for Indians at Frontier Park
The Trinidad team returns from a Colorado New Mexico tour with ex Indian Jimmie Brierly and his group. They face the Indians this afternoon at 3 o clock at Frontier park in the first of three games, expected to attract large crowds due to the Trinidadites’ noted speed.
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Bid
Hie
Indians Start Ten Game Stretch With Mixed Results
The team opened a grueling nine game stretch with wins and losses, reporting three straight victories, a split series after La Junta, and further setbacks at Trinidad and Ratoon. Manager Bidwell praised the players for their effort and condition, hoping for redemption after earlier defeats.
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Ratoon
Bidwell
Colada
Jimmy
Che
Invincibility Leads Indians Men in Close Contest
The team under strong leadership can push the Indians to their limit. Brier and three former Indians players, including pitcher Jack Nash, are part of the group described.
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Indians
Brierly
Jack Nash
Muslin Underwear Sale at WM Myers Dry Goods
Muslin underwear offered at or near wholesale price at WM Myers Dry Goods. Limited stock on sale with emphasis on affordability and value for shoppers seeking budget essentials. Store promotes a broad choice of sizes and styles to fit common needs.
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Myers Dry Goods
Kaufman Sues Graney for Forfeit Over Langford Match
Al Kaufman files suit in San Francisco to recover $1,000 posted as forfeit in the canceled Langford bout. Eddie Graney held the stake as stakeholder after Governor Gillett's adverse action halted the match. Kaufman seeks return of the money.
Fights halted as exposition plan blocks Nelson Wolgast bout
Sheriff Marrero of Jefferson Parish Louisiana bans the Nelson Wolgast prize fight set for Labor Day amid fears a revival of boxing would jeopardize New Orleans hosting the Panama-Pacific Exposition.
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New Orleans
Marrerro
Jefferson Parish
Louisiana
Sun-Burn Remedy Ad From Palace Pharmacy
An old ad promotes Hazel Cold Cream by Palace Pharmacy as a treatment for sun burn. The brief notice highlights availability at the retailer and suggests its use for skin relief.
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Palace Pharmacy
Brakeman Rescues Boy From Drowning Near Marquette
Carl Anderson of the South Shore line halted his train on a long bridge over the Iron River near Marquette to dive in and save a boy who fell from the parapet as the engine approached. The boy nearly drowned before rescue.
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Marquette, Mich
Carl Anderson
South Shore Line
Iron River
Here
Anderson
Unidentified man dives from Williamsburg Bridge tower
An unknown man leaped from the Williamsburg Bridge tower 355 feet above tidewater last night. He landed on the roadway 106 feet below and survived, receiving care at the Eastern District Hospital.
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New York
Williamsburg Bridge
Tidewater
Eastern District
Jenkins Shoe Offers Ladies Oxford Bargain
A local ad promotes a pair of ladies' oxfords priced at 4.00 and available for 1.05 at Jenkins Shoe. The deal highlights a substantial discount likely limited by stock and store terms.
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Jenkins
Theodore Duglas Robinson Seeks 27th District GOP Nod
Utica New York July 15 Theodore Duglas Robinson nephew of former President Roosevelt announces candidacy for the Republican nomination for congress in the twenty seventh district.
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Utica
N. Y
Theodore Duglas Robinson
Roosevelt
City Lots For Sale In All Parts
Sale offers lots across all city areas with flexible terms and prices. Oliver advertises available plots and provides contact via phone 574 for details and arrangements.
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Oliver
Fire scorches prairie east of city from manure wagon blaze
A fire in the prairie east of the city, started by a dumped wagonload of manure at East Twenty second Street outskirts, burned a large area. Residents condemn the act and say city ordinances prohibit dumping beyond designated grounds south of the city, so perpetrators may face charges.
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East Twenty-second Street
Jenkins Clearance Sale New and Up to Date Goods
A local clearance sale advertises new and up to date goods available at low prices. The notice promotes bargains on current merchandise with emphasis on value and affordability for shoppers.
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Jenkins
Postal Savings: First Stamp Approved for System
Washington July 14 the first distinctive stamp for the postal savings bank system has been approved by Postmaster General Hitchcock. It resembles a two cent stamp with no portrait and will be used exclusively on official mail for the postal savings system.
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Washington
Postal Savings Bank
Postalster
Ladies oxford sales at Jenkins Shoe Co
Local firm offers ladies’ oxfords priced as low as house slippers drawing shoppers to the Jen Jenkins Shoe Company. Budget footwear attracts bargain hunters seeking affordable daily wear.
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THE
Jenkins Shoe CO
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