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Newspaper

Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Aug 01, 1905

Page

7

Jeff Jefferies Rumors of Ring Return Amid Reno Gambling

Special to the Sun reports rumors of ex champion Jeffries considering a ring return after the Reno fight between Jack Root and Marvin Hart. Jeffries, idle last year as a public figure, is tied to a lifestyle of gambling and rambling, with accounts of his stay in Reno and Las Angeles gambling losses. The piece notes police Sunday gambling laws in Reno and suggests Jeffries’ associates fear a repeat of his adverse fortune.

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Standing of the Clubs Tuesday's Games in Baseball

The American Association lists Minneapolis at Toledo Kansas City at Louisville and the National League matches New York at Cincinnati Brooklyn at Pittsburgh Philadelphia at Chicago. Beaten at St Louis American League Louisville at Edison Chicago at Philadelphia Cleveland at New York Detroit at Washington Central League Springfest at Canton South Mead Street Grand Rapids American Association Lomaville then Kansas City 9 9 2 2 Batteries Benth Dante and Sham Muy Fat and Blower All Coburnpins Combas 1 There seem to be multiple incomplete lines with team names and battery pairings.

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City Clerk Prohibits Attending Baseball Games at Work

Chicago August 1 City Clerk Adrian Anson former Chicago captain bans city workers from missing regular duties to watch baseball. He threatened punishment for any attache who shirks duties to witness the national pastime. He docked Big Jack Mahoney a portion of his pay after he absented to watch White Sox and Chicago Nationals games.

Chicago Adrian Anson Anson Har Jack Mahoney White Sox Chicago Nationals Mahoney City Recorder

McGovern Fights Kent in Brooklyn Brawl

Special to the New York Times McGovern confronted rival William Kent in a Fifth and Prospect Brooklyn melee. Both sides arrived with supporters and no police nearby as McGovern pressed the attack, delivering blows that broke Kent's jaw. McGovern was arrested and held at the Flatbush police station.

New York Mag Teery McGovern Fifth Prospect Area Brooklyn William Kent McGovern

The Chop Hop Ball Play Dissected by Manager Kelley

Manager Kelley praises the chop bunt as a rare stylish infield play, recounting Seymour’s example against St. Louis last week. He notes its impact on fielding excitement, timing, and base running, and contrasts it with the usual sacrifice bunt patterns.

Kelley Seymour Shay St. Louis

Sports of All Sorts Headlines Struggle for Clarity

A disjointed sports brief notes limited details about teams and players including Clarke joining a team on an eastern trip. The fragmented text references matches, coaching, and possible outcomes, with unclear names and places.

Hickey Wins Third Game as Brewers Beat Indianapolis

Brewers win third straight against Indianapolis as pitcher Jack Hickey dominates. Fisher struggles allowing eight hits and multiple walks while Bateman drives in three with a grand slam style shot. Hamilton County's Bateman delivers key blows. Milwaukee pulls away late.

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Hoosiers Face Four-Game Stretch After Brewers Series

No game today as the Hoosiers rest Tuesday following the grueling series with the Brewers. Kansas City arrives Wednesday for a four game set while the Blues impressed on the Western trip and should be steady at home.

Hoosiera Brewers Kansas City Blues

League President Denies National Protection Plan

President Creamer of the National League rejects joining the National Association while dispatches from multiple cities show clubs seeking cover under organized baseball. The tone suggests strong opposition but indicates widespread interest in alignment with baseball authorities.

Creamer Nation League National Association

Spitball Controversy Plays On in Baseball Debate

A historical article discusses the spitball's fate and its impact on pitchers and hitters. It cites opinions from figures like Ewing and Ank Ewing, noting concerns about arm strain and potential damage. The piece traces a shift away from the pitch as teams weigh safety and fairness in the game.

Larrys Hottest and Coldest Ball Games

The account recalls a 1904 Chicago opening under extreme conditions with players describing wet spectators, icy infield ruts, and balls rolling through ice. Larry recounts long hot summer games, back in St Louis, facing Donahue and Dominue, with teams sweating, losing pounds, and pitchers enduring harsh heat and mud.

Larry Chicago Hickman

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