Crescens Sale to Russians Highlights Export Trotter Market
The sale of Crescens to Russia for $25,000 ends stalled hopes to keep the champion stallion in the United States. The piece traces demand for American trotters abroad, lists top 2:0x sires, notes European offers, and discusses Crescens breeding value, past performances, and a Wichita scandal affecting his reputation. It also mentions Lou Dillon's foal outcome and ongoing debates over sire merit and early speed.
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M. W. Savage
Minneapolis
Onward
Tommy Britton
Card
Glenwood M
Jupe
General Forrest
Ralph Wilkes
Grattan Boy
Lord Roberts
Exalted
Peter the Great
America
Crescens
Wichita
Whita
Lou Dillon
Sledding yarn about horse shipment hooks readers in Chicago
Doc Tanner recalls the humorous case of trotter John A. McKerron shipped from Cleveland to Lexington. Groom Slasher rode in the crate with the horse from Cincinnati, tucked under straw as the train moved, while McKerron gently teased him with nibbling at his hair during the journey.
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Doc” Tanner
Chicago
John A. McKerron
Cleveland
Lexington
H. K. Devereux
McKerron
Cincinnati
Glenville
Mr. Devereux
Kerron
Burns Recalls Croker and Boxing Pursuits Across Oceans
In an interview Burns discusses receptions in Dublin and at Croker's, his fight earnings including Roche and Moir bouts, music hall gigs, and plans to defend or win the title versus Johnson. He cites purses, business sense, travel, and readiness for more bouts.
Burns Sees Easy Money, Demands Ring Referee Change
London May 9 Tommy Burns says his wealth comes from fighting and he sees no need for charity. He criticizes English heavyweights as high on bravado and low on science, urges a referee in the ring, and recalls pushing timekeeper to count seconds when fighters hit the floor at the National Sporting Club.
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London
Tommy Burns
Duke of Devonshire
Piccadilly
Burns
Jack Straw Castle
Hampstead
England
Hampstead Heath
America
Driscoll
Moir
National Sporting Club
Bettinson
Zareba
Mack Will Coach Baseball Leader Considers Coaching Role
Philadelphia May 9 The Athletics’ Connie Mack, long sealed from public view after retiring as catcher, weighs joining the coaching lines to direct play. He would bring a new novelty to the sport, possibly delivering a daily monologue and using a quiet, persuasive approach rather than aggressive tactics.
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Philadelphia
Connie Mack
Athletics
Mack
Jennings
Griffith
Cantillon
Connie
Schroeder
Distinction in Clothing in Applegate Spring Suits
Distinction in clothing is marked by cut fit material finish and serviceable qualities. We highlight points you will discover while wearing an Applegate suit. Our prices are right and we employ the best tailors, ensuring satisfaction. Drop in to view Spring and Summer suitings at prices ranging.
Battle royal bowling clash Sunday at Mackes Bond Hill
Hamilton County League previews a high profile bowling event on June 7 at Macke's in Bond Hill. Stars include Heavy Siemer and Westhoff with multiple umpires and fireworks. High prize notes and limited seating target early signups.
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Macke’s
Bond Hill
Siemer
League Garden
Wagner
Kurleman
Westhoff
Stoess
Eigo
Ed Brown
H. Bose
Riehle
Braunwart
Roseben the King of Sprinting Faces Uncertain Comeback
New York May reports Roseben a seven year old sprint champion once dominant but aging. After a slow start at Aqueduct on April 27 he was interfered with and finished behind. A second race showed decline as Red River Restigouche Rialto and others passed him. Owner Davy Johnson plans two more races then retirement unless he proves speed again.
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Tam
Burns
Roche
Moir
Palmer
America
Paris
Squires
New York
Roseben
Aqueduct
Davy Johnson
Besom
Red River
Restigouche
Rialto
Frank Farrell
Shaw
Farrell
Johnson
Dave
Roveben
Knuckle Ball Called The Coming Curve For Baseball
New York May 9 Major league players favor the knuckle ball as the rising curve. Highlanders pitcher Tacks Neuer wore rough knuckles practicing it while Rucker of Brooklyn showcases the odd bender during drills. The trick rests on the thumb and little finger with the other fingers raised to spin the ball flat then wobble and drop.
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New York
Neuer
Highlanders
Elmer Stricklett
Rucker
Brooklyn
Tim Jordan
Checkers column notes opening study and state tournament
The column highlights Game No 74 LAIRD AND LADY by W F Lemke and notes the most intricate opening in standard lines. It reports Dayton and Cincinnati players Webbert and Buhler visiting, a possible Dayton vs Cincinnati team match, and announces the Ohio Checker Association state tournament May 29 30 1908 in Sandusky with invitations to players and contacts for details. It also lists Problem No 49 blindfold exhibitions by Henry Hutzler via J A Plant Cincinnati.
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Laird and Lady
W. F. Lemke
Cincinnati
Checker News
Messrs
Webbert
Buhler
Dayton
Betts Street
Ohio
Sandusky
Ohio Checker Association
Checker
Eb, A. Swan
Lima
W. A. Burkhardt
Cridersville
O. J
White to Play and Win
A compact note stating White holds the move with an advantageous position and potential to secure a victory. no additional context provided.
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Zessinger
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