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Newspaper

Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Aug 26, 1908

Page

6

Fans Must Be Game During Finish In The League Race

Indiana fans are urged to stay supportive as the Hoosiers near the end of a tight pennant race. Editor E H Bingham says a united, encouraging home crowd can keep the team confident, while hostile reactions could sap morale. Organize a game fan club to back the players to a victory.

Fan Hoosiers Il Trovatore E. H. Bingham Indianapolis Sporting Bingham Indianapolis Bush Murburger Tam Sam Prindle Steinmetz

Today’s Games Across Leagues

In the American Association IXnvsas City visits Milwaukee while Columbus plays Indianapolis Minneapolis tackles St Paul. In the National League New York meets Pittsburg and Brooklyn vs Chicago. In the American League Chicago at New York and St Louis at Boston Detroit at Philadelphia Cleveland at Washington. In the Central League Milansville hosts Dayton and Jamesville visits Grand Rapids Wheeling plays South Bend Terre Haute contests Fort Wayne.

American Association Louisville Vetere Indianapolis Columbus Toledo Minneapolis Kansas City Milwaukee St Paul York Renee Pittsburg Chicagoa Philadelphia Cincinnati Boston St Lois Brooklin Detroit St Louis Neveland Chicago Washington Akilee New York Ubs Hvansville Dayton Ates Eons Wey South Bend Wayne Area Ana Grand Rapids Zanesville Terre Haute Wheeling St. Paul Brooklyn St. Louis Cleveland Milansville

Burns Ready to Fight Johnson in Sydney

Sydney August 2 Tommy Burns who defeated Bill Squires says he is eager to meet Jack Johnson in Sydney negotiations for a bout are under way Burns is confident and expects to crown himself light heavyweight champion soon

Burns Ydney Tommy Burns Bill Squires Jack Johnson Sydney

Renddg Journal Item Onbebs and Market Note

Fragmentary note mentions a market or hotel in Washington state and a price reference, with unclear names and dates. The readable terms include Ferm, KMNGWE TO FA, and Huder's hotel, suggesting a local commerce or lodging reference amid damaged copy.

Kmngwe

Murbarger Aims Gund At Prindle And Olson

Promoter Sam Murbarger writes of upcoming bouts with Prindle and Olson. He touts his conditioning and confidence, challenging rivals to prove themselves while joking about others who hype themselves before fighting. The piece mirrors sports column bravado and local wit.

Murbarger Gund Prindle Olson

Ketchell Open To Langford Bout In Near Future

New York reports Stanley Ketchell may fight Sam Langford soon as Ketchell told reporters he would fight anyone, leaving decisions to manager Joe OConnor who may favor Langford. Ketchell denies recent booze rumors and defends his training, aiming for the world title.

Tad New York Stanley Ketchell Sam Langford Ketchell Joe O'Connor Joe Boston Papke Los Angeles Burns San Francisco

Papke Ketchel Set for Labor Day Two Round Fight

Stanley Ketchel and Bill Papke signed to meet in a two round bout before the Jeffries Athletic club on Labor Day September 7 in Los Angeles. Weight was settled at Ketchel 158 pounds at noon after Papke pressed 156 pounds at 11 the same day. Each posted a $500 forfeit to bind the match and James Jeffries returns as referee for the event.

Ketchel Bill Papke Jeffries Athletic Club Papke James Jeffries

Allen Winter Local Trotter Wins Big Derby

Allen Winter Local Trotter, owned by M. H. Reardon of Indianapolis and driven by Lon McDonald, finishes first in the American Derby. Purse of $30,000 awarded as 20,000 racing enthusiasts cheer the victor, who lands six lengths ahead.

Young Horse M. H. Reardon Indianapolis Lon McDonald

The Trotting Derby Winners and Payouts

Allen Winter won the Trotting Derby at Readville in a mile and a quarter race in 2 46. Fifty thousand dollars funded the event with 30 000 to the winner. Prince C San Francisco Ralph Wick Huntsman Peter Balta shared prizes. About 39 feet 10 inches per second, roughly a mile in 2 12. Or 2 08 for Winter prestart speed.

Allen Winter Alonzo McDonald M. H. Reardon Readville Prince C San Francisco Ralph Wick Huntsman Peter Balta

Allen Winter Wins 50000 Trotting Derby in Indianapolis Victory

Mass mass Aug 26 Indianapolis trotter Allen Winter driven by Alonzo McDonald won the $50,000 American Trotting Derby at Grand Circuit races before about 20,000 fans. Winter led by six lengths at the stretch finish as McDonald carried on his shoulders amid wild enthusiasm. Runners included Prince C San Francisco Ralph Wick The Huntsman Peter Balta with prizes totaling 30000 10000 5000 2500 1500 1000 distributed among top finishers.

Indianapolis Sun Readvilue Mass Allen Winter Indianapolis Boston Alonzo McDonald McDonald M. H. Reardon Allen ‘Winter Middle West Jay Jay Tease Dewitt Locust Jack Ralph Wick Daniel Prince Huntsman Peter Batta San Francisco Kim del Coronado Sweet Marie Prince C the Huntsman Peter Balta Bervaldo B. G Tramp Rhodes Ceseves Jay Ke Br. G Brusie Cceseepeeeee Teasel Ch. m Geers Blatve Dee Locust Jack G. G McHenry Dore Daniel, B Ernest Eeeeeee Denonia Susette Baron, Kinstress Vader Hodges Shenk Coronado Br. S Durfee Asomk Sweet Marie B. m Andrews Rebecca G Baron Aldona Wilkerson Vendetta Munic Beatrice Bellino Gold Burr Fred C Wilkes Heart

State Bowling Tourney Planned In Indianapolis Area

Indiana bowlers push for a state bowling tournament to be held in Indianapolis next spring with plans for annual events rotating to different cities. Local organizers led by Postmaster Robert H. Bryson aim to establish the event, hold a October meeting, and stage a city tournament during the holidays alongside league battles.

Indiana Indianapolis Robert H. Bryson Bryson Mr. Bryson Fort Wayne

Kaufman Knocks Flynn Out In Ninth Round

Al Kaufman, protege of Billy Delaney, KOed Jim Flynn in the ninth of ten at Naud Junction. Flynn, floored twice in the eighth, slammed by a right to the jaw and collapsing, lay unconscious in his corner before reviving to walk away amid cheers from about 4,000 spectators. Flynn had dominated until the decisive punch.

Los Angeles al Kaufman Billy Delaney Jim Flynn Naud Junction Flynn Colorado Kaufmann

Fitz Geralds Selections at Empire City Races

In Empire City racing picks, Besom and Prudent are noted as best bets. Besom leads race one with Gold Proof as contenders, while Prudent is named for race three and The Wrestler is highlighted for race five. Odds and exact placements vary by race.

Fitzgerald Empire City Besom Biskra Gold Proof Colonel White Aster D'Or Grimaldi Prudent Star Thistle St. Withold Iresh Brother Jonathan Still Alarm Wally Woodcraft Colden Shore Black Oak

Giants Take Third Straight From Pirates

New York defeated Pittsburg 5 to 3 to extend their lead in the standings. Maddox and Crandall pitched well, but the home team failed with men on base. Wagner was caught twice, two errors hurt Pittsburg, and Bresnahan and McGraw were ejected by umpire ODay. The Giants broke the game open in the sixth with three hits, a walk, and a sacrifice fly.

Indianapolis Sun Kansas City Rube Marquard Blues Brandon Egan Marquard Carr Hooke Hallman Coulter Livingston Williams Srasheatr Crisp Indianapolis Pittsburg New York Maddox Crandall Wagner Bresnahan McGraw O'Day

Outfielder Sebring May Be Reinstated

Chicago and Brooklyn clubs eye the return of Jimmy Sebring the famed Tristate outlaw after years of ban. The Brooklyn magnate declines to discuss actions by the national commission while Presidents Murphy and Abkets clash over Sebring. New pianos advertised by Wulschner's.

Chicago Jimmy Sebring

Record crowds loom for Columbus Indianapolis series

The planned four game series between Columbus and Indianapolis drew strong expectations as fans from the West arrive. Both teams report solid form with confidence of a strong gate, the schedule favors the Hoosiers, and pennant tension builds toward Washington Park with Louisville looming in the endgame.

Snnianapolis Columbus West Kansas City Garr Wes Clymer St Paul Indianapolis Hoosiers Washington Park Louisville Senators Labor Day Toledo

Yesterday's Games Summary Across Leagues

National League results include Philadelphia 4 over Cincinnati 2 in 10 innings, New York 4 over Pittsburgh 2, Chicago 19 over Brooklyn 2, St. Louis 4 over Boston 1, and Philadelphia 3 over St. Louis 4 in American League action notes Cleveland 3 over Philadelphia 2, Chicago 2 over Boston 1, New York 3 over St. Louis 4, and Detroit Washington affected by rain with other scores Wheeling 2 over Evansville 1 and Dayton 1 over Grand Rapids 0. Ft Wayne 4 over South Bend and Zanesville 8 over Terre Haute with lingering results.

Philadelphia Cincinnati New York Pittsburg Chicazo Brooklyn St. Louis Boston Wheeling Evansville Dayton Grand Rapids Ft. Wayne South Bend Zanesville Terre Haute

New Saloon Ad From William Moeller

A notice for a new saloon by well known proprietor William Moeller at 212 North Delaware Street promises the best service and offerings to patrons.

William Moeller Delaware Street

Denison Barber Shop Hair Styling and Whisker Trims

Denison Barber Shop advertises latest styles in hair cutting and whisker trimming services. Manicuring offered. Visit for modern cuts, grooming, and finishing touches. Located in Denison. Appointment or walk‑in welcome.

Denison

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