Looking for Match to Meet Gregg in Boxing Card
The Boston club seeks a top opponent for Gregg at popular prices. Potential foes include Jimmy Gardner, Willie Fitzgerald, and Indian Joe, with Gardner or Fitzgerald offering good drawing power. George McFadden, returning from retirement, expresses willingness to meet Gregg at 136 to 138 pounds on winner take all terms. his return would boost the card.
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Gregs
Gardner
Boston
Fitzgerald
Willie Fitzgerald
Indiana
Fitz
Unk Foassell
Philadelphia
McFadden
George McFaddn
Rege
Fadden Wold
Greg
Ebows
Joe Gans
New York
MccFadden
Matty Bald to Box Two Milwaukee Rivals in May Fight
Johnny Mack reports Matty Bald seeks two challengers in Milwaukee to shape a spring schedule. He notes Matty and Anna remain active, illness sidelining Young O Leary who was to fight, details tentative for Rochester and Indianapolis trips, and offers from Green Valley club. Mack mentions potential catchweight bout with McFarland and future plans with local clubs.
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Johnny Mack
Matty Baldwin
Sup
Spring Valley
Milwaukee
O'Leary
Mack
Matty
Anna
Indianapoli
Chicago
O’ Leary
Benny Yanger
Peoria
Rochester
N. Y
McFarland-Baldwin
Tiddy
Green Valley
Davidson Hotel
Two Called to Earlham Chair in Civil and Chemistry
Richmond Ind April professor William F McNown of Cornell has been elected to the chair of civil engineering at Earlham College and professor M Holmes of Johns Hopkins to the chair of chemistry in the same college.
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Richmond
Ind
Willam F. McNown
Cornell
Earlham College
M. Holmes
Johns Hopkins
Hoosiers Win In Big Sprint Over Washington, 4 to 3
In a tightly contested game under dim skies and smoky air, the Hoosiers edged Washington 4 to 3 after a dramatic ninth inning. Livingston drove Siegle home in the ninth to tie, then Coulter delivered the decisive hit in the tenth as Himes started the trouble with a triple and Carr’s team failed to respond.
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Hoosiers
Washington Bunch
Joe Cantillon
Walkenberg
University of Wlinoisman
Champaign
Eddie Heydon
Indianapolis
Falkenberg
Bales
Briggs
Carr
Krug
Derringer
Livingston
Siegle
Himes
Coulter
Senators
Cear
Heydon
Washington
Frank Chance Aims for 1907 With the Big Stick
Frank Chance, famed Cubs star, wields the so called big stick as mascot of a possible 1907 pennant chase. Cubs crave a rematch with the Sox and even consider a preseason series in a tropical climate, perhaps California, though such games seem unlikely under baseball tradition.
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Chicago Cubs
Sox
Frank Chance
Chance
Cubs
California
Gans Refuses 133 Lb Title Fight Signs With Lewis
Joe Gans refused to sign articles for a 133 pound ringside title fight but quickly signed with Harry Lewis for a championship bout to be held within 100 days. Gans and E W Dickerson agreed on weight 133 pounds with a $5000 forfeit by both sides. A go before a club offering at least $20000 will be arranged, with Tonopah bids sought first. The bout calls for 20 rounds or more with five possible referees named Siler Crone Welch McBride Gallagher.
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Joe Gans
Gans
Harry Lewis
E. W. Dickerson
Lewis
Tonopah
Nev
George Siler
Doc Crone
Jack Welch
Eddie McBride
Pat Gallagher
Death by suicide shocks Lawrenceburg socialist leader
Special to The Sun reports Ja cob Decker aged 60 drowned in a deep pool at the lower end of High street yesterday afternoon. Decker was a longtime leader of the citys Socialist faction and had recently shown signs of mental aberration.
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Lawrenceburg
Ind
Jacob Decker
High St
Decker
Mabel Hite May Damage Giants Of M Graw
A telegram from Mabel Hite to Don Lin urges him to quit baseball. Mike Donlin minds home, as Bowerman holds firm on contract terms. McGraw and Hanlon discuss Bowerman trade prospects while Kling’s status looms unresolved.
Donlin Quits Baseball for Theatrical Work in Chicago
Mike Donlin leaves professional baseball to become assistant manager for a Chicago theatrical company where his wife Mabel Hite stars. He will remain with the show through the summer and plans a semi professional Chicago ball team, citing a back injury and rest as the reason for stepping away. He denies any feud with John McGraw, calling it a business move for greater pay.
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Mike Donlin
Mabel Hite
Chicago
Mike
Michael
McGraw
Giant Nine
Sam Gerson
Donlin
Giants
Sports Notes From Early Baseball And Track Circuits
A curio of early 20th century sports items covers bunt training from Ned Hanlon, Highlanders duty reports for Hal Chase, a Jamestown exposition cross country hike of nearly 3000 miles, Miller’s suspension in Washington for alleged foul riding, Dr Anda Antiga’s five year errorless Mexico City league record, Elmer Flick praising improved pitching machines, and general remarks on training, smoking, meals. Entries pour in for Penn relay on April 27, Jeffries possible England visit stirring British bout talk, 1908 National Bowling tournament in Rochester, a London court payout for fake throws, minor league umpires and big league decisions, Harriman-Roosevelt chatter, and Joe Gregg’s rising rivalry with McGraw.
Lewis and Gans Sign to Fight in 20 Round Bout
Lewis and Gans signed to meet in a boxing match likely to extend beyond 20 rounds at a club offering a $20,000 purse. The announcement indicated the bout could go longer if the venue permits, signaling a high stakes challenge between the two fighters.
Brooklyn's First Defeat in Exhibition Series
Atlanta defeated Brooklyn 10 to 5 yesterday afternoon, giving the National League its first loss in the exhibition series. Batteries listed: Pastorius, McIntyre, Ritter and Butler for Brooklyn versus Spade, Harley and O'Leary for Atlanta.
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Brooklyn
Atlanta
Brooklyn Superbas
Pastorius
McIntyre, Ritter
Butler
Spade
Harley
O'Leary
Wrestler Sam Murburger Defeats Santell in Fort Wayne
Fort Wayne Indiana April 5 Sam Murburger of Indianapolis defeated Santell in a two falls to one decision in catch as catch can wrestling with the strangling hold barred. The bout took place Thursday night and showcased Murburger’s decisive offense and Santell’s offense through two straight falls.
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Santell
the Sun
Fort Wayne
Ind
Sam Murburger
Indianapolis
Gans vs Lewis Title Bout Anticipated Fight Details
Bout between principals Joe Gans and Harry Lewis set for twenty rounds with a $20000 purse. Purse split 75 percent to the winner and 26 percent to the loser. Time of contest within 100 days from April 4, 1907, weight 133 pounds ringside. Referee and club to be decided. forfeits $5000 each.
Nelson Fails To Claim Lightweight Title Bid In Chicago
In Chicago on an April day in 1965, Battling Nelson faced a setback as he was halted in his bid for another lightweight title shot. The confrontation ended his chance at advancing in the championship race.
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Nelson
Notice of liquor license and advertising nuisance
The notice warns Marion county Indiana citizens that Clare Cole will apply to the Marion county Board of Commissioners at the May term 187 to sell intoxicating liquors in quantities under five gallons with on premise drinking privileges. The business location is 18 by 380 fronting Eleventh Street at Brooks and Eleventh in Indianapolis Center township in Drake and Mayhew addition.
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Center Township
Board of Commissioners
Marion County
State of
Indiana
Board of County Commissioners
Indiana Avenues
Wiley's
Indianapolis
Indiana Avenue
Fort Wayne Avenue
Sorin
Indianapols
Masson County
Otto Schier
English Avenue
State Street
Spann & Co
Woodlawn
WM. Bloomberg
William EB. Cantlon
East Street
Woodruff
Morris
Nebraska
East Streets
Matthias Zimmerman
Washington Street
Square 69
J. FE. Armitage
Martindale & Stilz
East
Downey Streets
Charles Baaske
Tenth Street
Ketrham & Smith
James P. Drake
West Tenth Street
John Finitzer
New York and
Blackford Streets
Maguire
Slackford and
New York Streets
Oxford
Township
India
Washington Streets
Guan
Boston Nationals President vows to stop baseball gambling
Boston Mass April 5 President George B Dovey of the Boston Nationals says he will stop gambling evil in Boston. He plans plain clothes police in betting rings and strict actions to protect players and patrons, insisting the game can be conducted without the betting element.
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Montgomery
Ala
Frank Bowerman
Brush
New York
Frank
Michigan
The
Giants
Sun
Boston
Mass
George B. Dovey
Boston Nationals
Bowling league high scores and results at Washington Alleys
In Thursday action in the Retail Social league Watson of the Wassons posted 246, Niebergal of the Kahrs 220 on his third game, while Ayres and Bliss-Swains dropped three games into opponents’ bags. In the Y M S league Kirkholt of the McCabes led with 210, Stich of the Shermans 205, Boyle of the Shermans 200. The Shermans beat the McCabes, and the Waynes swept the Webers.
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Watson
Wassons
Niebergal
Kahrs
Ayres
Klins
Bliss-Swains
Whens
Taylors
Kirkholt
McCabes
Stich
Shermans
Boyle
Waynes
Webers
Washington Alleys
Holtman
Altman Wee
Cox Wees Wees
Sedee
Butterworth Ee
Even Oe Oy Vedas
Bradshaw
Eerie Eee
Eens Faves
Turner Alleys, Kahns
Scearee
Steve Wees
Armetrong Weenns
Ashley
Niebergal Seavaneane Sre
Serrer
Etree
Everson
Aenes
Cobler
Sherres
Marriott Eeneneoen Wee Johnsen
Crull
Renee Ates
Schmidt
ATS
Eres
Beaumar
Taylors Smitha Crea
Kissinger Enee
Applications for License in Marion County Indiana 1907
Notices filed by Patrick Hwar Garty and Benjamin Sapiriib declaring intent to apply at the May term 1907 for licenses to sell intoxicating liquors in quantities under five gallons with on premises drinking privileges. Patrick Hwar Garty seeks premises at 1901 Vandes Street in ward 1 Center township and Benjamin Sapiriib seeks 863 Indiana Avenue in ward 5. Each also requests pool table privileges in the same rooms.
Knot Tying Habit To Be Reformed By Cardinals
St Louis manager McCloskey plans to change pitcher Carl Druhot to curb his knot tying wind up. The 135 pound hurler uses a spitball style delivery that helps reach the plate faster but allows base runners to steal. a capable fix aims to simplify the motion while Druhot recovers from a prior ligament injury.
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Louis
McCloskey
St. Louis Cardinals
Carl Druhot
Druhot
Carl
Cardinals
Arigament Zoro
TeBeau rushes to aid of Louisville owner in deal talks
Indianapolis reports quote Cols owner George Tebeau arriving from Kansas City to discuss players with Harney Dreyfuss of the Pirates. He cites Pettz and Woodruff offers, while noting others holding out and potential salaries of 2500 to 2800. Separate notices outline applications for licenses to sell intoxicating liquors and pool privileges at multiple Indianapolis addresses for May 1907.
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Louisville
George Tebeau
Kansas City
Harney Dreyfuss
Pirates
Pettz
Woodruff
Puttmann
Elliott
Heine
Pittsburg
Ambrose to take pay cut as Puttmann seeks 400 monthly
Tebeau notes Orville Woodruff may report by April 17 and has been offered the same salary he earned in 1906 while Puttmann sought 400 dollars a month after Louisville club took over his Cardinals contract. Ambrose faces a salary reduction.
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Puttmann
Louisville
Cardinals
Ambrose
Woodruff
Tebeau
Orville
Columbus Eyes Muggsy McGraw Deal And Reds Moves
In Columbus on April 5 talks circulated about a potential deal with Muggsy Mc Graw for a Columbus club player, though nothing firm was agreed. Rumors also suggested some 1907 Reds players might join Columbus as the Giants departed for New York canceling all exhibition games.
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Muggsy McGraw
The
Columbus
Reds
Giants
New York
Battery for Richmond Stars New Richmond Team
Will Horn and Clarence Jessup form the star battery of the New Richmond independent baseball team. Horn has tested for teams in the Texas Copper Country and Central leagues and last year played with the Grand Rapids aggregation.
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Richmond
Ind
Will Horn
Clarence Jessup
Star Battery
Horn
Texas
Copper Country
Grand Rapids Aggregation
Eczema Cured by The Household Surgeon Advertised
An old newspaper note proclaims eczema and skin diseases cured by The Household Surgeon with Dr Porter’s Antiseptic Healing Oil. Cruggists offer refunds if the remedy fails. Also mentions Kingston’s specialty in old whisky and prices like 25 cents.
Licenses Sought To Sell Intoxicants In Indianapolis Wards 11 12 13
Notices filed for May term 1907 grant licenses to sell spirituous vinous malt and other intoxicants in quantities under five gallons with on premises consumption. Addresses include 311 West Washington street Ward 12 and 1901 Columbia avenue Ward 1 and 425 East Washington street Ward 11. Pool table privileges requested for all locations. Names: J F Armitage Sid Bolser Bernhard Dorfman.
Cubs Open Series With Hoosiers At Washington Park
The champion Cubs under Frank Chance prepare for a two game set with the Hoosiers. Carr aims to win at least one game, praising Lord and Williams while Krug and Altizer monitor play. Opening day approaches April 17 as Washington Park hosts the clash.
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Cubs
Lord
Williams
Hoosier
Notice of liquor license applications in Indianapolis area
Multiple notices announce applicants in Marion county seeking licenses to sell intoxicating liquors at various addresses in Center and Warren wards. Included are properties on West Tenth Street, New York and Blackford streets, Monument Place, Washington Street, and Oxford Place, with pool table privileges mentioned for some. Public action set for the May term 1907 before the Board of Commissioners.
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M’fadden
Jimmy Gardner
Joe Regs
Jack Dougherty
Audi
Gine
Joe Ga
Young O’lwary III
Cinh
Charge Baldwin Show
Earlham
A. E . Krug
Ganley
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Barge
Jones
Altizer
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Wooaee
Perrine
Teres Falkenberg
Teeeees
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M’graw
Don
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Diamond
Bowerman
Cincinnati
Hanlon
New Orleans
Kling
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Ned Hanlon
Highlanders
Hal Chase
Griffith
St. Louis
Exposition Grounds
Miller
Comiskey
Anda Antiga
Elmer Flick
University of Pennsylvania
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Jeffries
England
George Hackenschmidt
London
Laurentz Neilson
Muggsy’ McGraw
Joe Gregg
Lewis and Gans
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Batti
Boquet Cigar 10c Cigar Co
W. Kriel
Marriee
H.J. Huder
Wash
Penn
Snerwans
Boyle Seenes
McCaslin Weeds
Kirkhoff Ory Tbadewnaesee
Waynes. F. Stritt
Yirkand Oa
Speicher Stats
J. Stritt Ee En
Driscoll Ene Eenee
I Stritt
Tracy Eaeae
McCarty
Vandes Street
Yaudes
Nineteenth Streets
L. A. Fletcher, Jr
Add
Yrndes Street
Patrick Hwargarty
Benjamin Sapirib
Houston, Tex
Peitz
Bryce
Columbus, C
Kingston
Columbia Avenue
Nineteenth Street
Square 12
S. A. Fletcher, Jr
North End
Sid Bolser
Canter Township
Bernhard Dorfman
CHAM
Pions
Keling
Bill Lord
Springsfield
Tinker
Steinfeldt
Mike Kahoe
Moran
Francis J. Flaherty
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