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Newspaper
Evening Bulletin
Location
Honolulu, Hawaii, United States of America
Date
Nov 10, 1909
Page
10
The New York article recounts negotiations between James Jeffries and John Johnson for a heavyweight title bout. Agreements cover round length, purse divisions, guaranteed funds, and a ground man with cash. They finalize a plan to hold the match outdoors within 60 days for a bid within 80 days, with training time and venue decisions to follow.
The article argues Ketchel should consider stepping away from boxing after a one sided bout with Johnson, noting his poor physical condition and lack of resistance in the clinches. It praises his past sensational performances and endurance, but suggests he needs time away from city life and hints at a return later if his form improves. It also mentions The Oriental House Club tonight and the annual election of officers requiring attendance.
The notice warns that taxes must be paid before the 15th to avoid a ten percent addition. It urges prompt payment to prevent extra charges.
The column alleges a crooked boxing scene in town with Reilly and Cullen drawn again. It claims bets are rigged by local figures and accuses a promoter network of conspiring to fix outcomes. It notes Charlie Reilly’s past resistance and predicts further crooked play, with Mike Patton likely to referee.
Football players work hard at Mukiki grounds with intense coaching. The Townies and Marines train to improve for upcoming matches against the Maotime and other rivals. Players show renewed enthusiasm, fitness gains, and focus on rugby and football skills as rugby may grow on the mainland.
An article recalls early experiments with night tennis lit by electric lamps. It discusses makeshift venues, wooden courts, shadowed play, and the novelty of evening matches on island grounds. Observers note lighting, zoning, and the challenge of spectators while suggesting tennis could evolve beyond daytime play.
Yesterday afternoon Ah namie Th Mra TOM attended a harbor event where the Kulamanu II raised a 15 kit sail, delivered without trouble after from the Coast on the Tuellue. Vice Commodore Jaeger supervised transport of the cruiser launch in Honolulu. The yacht Club notes a great addition to local boating and plans a possible Makapuy Point circuit. George Dwight and friends trod a cave overnight, while Hwa Jra beat Walunne Kaniow 14 to 14 in a tense game. A Honolulu Yacht Club meeting is set for Friday at 7:20 p.m. at the Lyle home to arrange future events. Mayor Fern is set to prevent the P A C baseball win next Sunday at Athletic Park.
Albany reports that bookmakers and their supporters prevailed in a legal test case concerning an oral wager. The decision upholds anti-gambling regulations while addressing constitutional questions about state betting laws.
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