Jeffries Declines Refereeing Attell Moran Fight
San Francisco August 4. James J. Jeffries refuses to act as referee for the Attell Moran bout citing fishing duties. Attell Coffroth press to reconsider as both fighters prefer Jeffries. Joe Thomas trains in San Rafael under Frankie McDonald for a August 18 match with Stanley Ketchell at the Coliseum, aiming for a 175 pound or heavier catch weight. Ketchell seeks sharp form after recent 158 pound effort against Hugo Kelly.
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San Francisco
James J. Jeffries
Attell-Moran
James W. Coffroth
Jeff
New York
Attell
Coffroth
Joe Thomas
Shannon's
San Rafael
Frankie McDonald
Stanley Ketchell
Coliseum
Thomas
Ketchell
Hugo Kelly
Murbarger challenges Olson in wrestling dispute
Sam Murbarger, a wrestler from Fort Wayne, declares he will travel to Indianapolis to confront Charles Olson after Olson is matched to wrestle The Greek on August 10. Murbarger accuses Olson of avoiding him and vows to force a signing of articles. The article notes Murbarger’s past attempts to challenge Olson and questions whether he is kidding again. Also reported is the Cubs’ 5 2 win over the Rocky Fords with Stark’s strong pitching.
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Sam Murbarger
Sporting
Murbarger
Charles Olson
Olson
Indianapolis
Kara Osman
Fort Wayne
Demetral
Frank Prindle
Fred Hartman
Demetras
Weimer Tug of War Delays in Giants-Pirates Deal
Special to the Indianapolis Sun. New York authority over Weimer’s transfer clashes with Cincinnati and New York clubs as Brush and McGraw push for the pitcher’s status. The waiver price was 1500 dollars and no purchase money changed hands though Weimer believes he earned a windfall. Cincinnati bartered Weimer for Spade to appease fans and Herrmann.
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Indianapolis Sun
New York
Weimer
New York Club
Giants
Cincinnati Club
Brush and Man
Ager McGraw
Brush
Herrmann
Cincinnati
Spade
National Commission
Las
Lees
Garry Herrmann
Today's Games Across Major Leagues and Associations
American Association features Milwaukee at Indianapolis Kansas City at Louisville St Paul at Toledo Minneapolis at Columbus National League matchups Chicago at Philadelphia Pittsburg at Boston Cincinnati at New York St Louis at Brooklyn American League schedule Philadelphia at Detroit Boston at Chicago Washington at Cleveland New York at St Louis Central League games include Terre Haute at Evansville Wheeling at South Bend Fort Wayne at Dayton Zanesville at Grand Rapids
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Pet
Lomite Eee Reese Tener
New York
Philadelphia
Cincinnati
American Association
Milwaukee
Indianapolis
Kansas City
Louisville
St. Paul
Toledo
Minneapolis
Columbus
Chicago
Pittsburg
Boston
St. Louis
Brooklyn
Detroit
Washington
Cleveland
Terre Haute
Evansville
Wheeling
South Bend
Fort Wayne
Dayton
Zanesville
Grand Rapids
Baseball Scores From Various Cities Across Leagues
A string of scores lists results from multiple cities across the American and National Leagues. Milwaukee beat Indianapolis 2 1, Toledo triumphed over St Paul 19 3, Kansas City over Louisville 2 0, Minneapolis over Columbus 10 4, Chicago defeated Philadelphia 5 1, Brooklyn edged St Louis 2 0, New York 6 Seen 0, Cleveland or New York 9, Dayton 4 Fort Wayne 1, Livensville 2 Terre Haute 1, Grand Rapids 4-7 Zanesville 2-5, South Bend 8 Wheeling 2.
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Indianapolis
Toledo
St. Paul
Kansas City
Louisville
Minneapolis
Columbus
Chicago
Philadelphia
Brooklyn
St. Louis
New York
Pisbute
Bostomerical
Cleveland
Dayton
Fort Wayne
Livensville
Terre Haute
Grand Rapids
Zanesville
South Bend
Wheeling
Football Guide Out Edited by Walter Camp
Spaulding's Official Football Guide for the coming season has appeared. It is a 320 page volume with extensive information on the national autumn sport. The official rules revised for the season form the chief feature, plus the All American team chapters and a review of 1907 by Walter Camp.
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Walter Camp
Spaulding
Mr. Camp
Thorp's Selections at Saratoga Racecard
Madden entry Seacliff and Preceptor lead the first race selections with Woodcraft Lally Pins and Needles in the second. High Range Ed win I Clef tops the third while Whitney entry Sir John Johnson Golconda headlines the fourth. Woodcraft Whip Lop Gowat leads the fifth and Torenia Chief Brant Florence II tops the lint race. Three best bets: Madden entry first race Whitney entry fourth race Torenia sixth race.
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Madden
Seacliff
Woodcraft
Lally
Edwin I. Clef
Whitney
Sir John Johnson
Golconda
Whip- Lop
Gowat
Torenia
Chief Brant
Florence II
Pettibone Dies in Denver Hospital After Cancer Operation
George A. Pettibone, longtime member of the Meyer Haywood Pettibone trio once linked to the murder of Idaho ex-Gov Steunenberg but later acquitted, died at St Josephs hospital in Denver after an operation for cancer.
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Denver
Col
George A. Pettibone
Meyer-Haywood-Pettibone
Steunenberg
Idaho
St. Joseph’s Hospital
Leyburn Display Draws Attention in Strong Bout
In a showcase marked by Leyburn's performance, the favored Leyburn appeared to imitate a novice in parts of the bout, yet showed strong form and drew praise for technique and composure.
Track at Kalamazoo Faces Bad Conditions For Races
Veteran driver Geers failed to steady Sterling McKinney on a rough Kalamazoo surface as Andrews planned to ship his horses east. Detroit marks set by Leyburn and Minor Heir contrasted with hard track and a wind gust. The Iron League Giants seek state games, inviting inquiries from Cicero Elwood Madison Greenwood Newcastle Shirley Frankfort Martinsville Whitestown Columbus.
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Mich
Detroit
Jack Jeyburn
Philadelphia
Sterling McKinney
Geers
McKinney
Trotter
Leyburn
George Gano
William Andrews
Sweet Marie
Sonoma
Kitty Clover
Redward
Dean
George Gans
Metita Wilkes
Cox
Patchen
Patchben
Snow
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City
Ambition Drives Veteran Baseball Players, Says Boston Manager
Veteran Boston Red Sox manager Jim McGuire declares ambition outweighs youth experience and ability in baseball. He cites players like George Davis and Bobby Wallace as proof that hustle sustains careers, while condemning listless play as a crime.
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Jim McGuire
Boston Red Sox
Metiire
Tam
Young
Criger
George Davis
Bobby Wallace
John Powell
Billy Keeler
Harry Davis
Fielder Jones
Boston Americans
Brewers Grab First Game Garrites Lose Another In Ninth
The Brewers edged ahead at Washington park as Hoosiers tallied twice in the ninth to seal a 2 1 defeat. Slagle and Schneiberg pitched well. Wakefield and new man at first impressed before the late rally. Local lineup tweaks included Cook in center and Davidson benched for discipline. A postgame note invites local 17 or 18 year old teams to schedule a game.
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Brewers
Garrites
Huasiers
Washington Park
Carrites
Tonica
Socals
Slagle
Schneiberg
Hoosiers
Davidson
Isaac Walton
Carr
Milwaukee
Cook
Howard Wakefield
Wakefield
Brown
Roth
Randall
Clark
Hooke
Coulter
Hayden
Lindsay
Livingston
Denison Barber Shop Unveils Latest Hair Cutting Styles
Denison Barber Shop introduces new hair cutting trends and trim options for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts. Skilled barbers offer precise cuts, beard shaping, and quick trims in a welcoming, traditional shop setting.
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Denison
Uring
MFUL Chinaware Free at Ones 444 West Washington
A local ad notes chinaware given away free at Ons located at 444 West Washington. The small notice emphasizes a limited quantity and urges readers to stop in.
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W. Washington
Roosevelt to chair gala Olympic reception in New York
Plans announced for a August 9 monster parade and public reception for returning U S Olympic athletes. A 500 member reception committee led by President Roosevelt will oversee ceremonies with medals and diplomas presented by Acting Mayor McGowan. Special prizes include a silver cup for John J. Hayes and consolation cups for Carpenter and Robbins.
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Indianapolis Sun
New York
Madison Square
Sixtyninth Regiment Armory
Broadway
Twenty Third Street
Fifth Avenue
Fourth Street
City Hall
McGowan
A. G
New York A. C
John J. Hayes
Carpenter
Robbins
Roosevelt
Gov. Hughes
New Saloon Advertised by William Moeller at 212 N Delaware
A brief notice from William Moeller, the well known proprietor at 212 North Delaware Street, announces a new saloon with a promise to serve the best and features new pianos priced from 3165 and up, under Wulschner's.
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William Moeller
Delaware Street
Wulschner
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