Jeffries Wonderful Fighting Face and Attitude Caught
A Frisco photo shows champion James J Jeffries after his fight with Corbett revealing his fighting face and attitude. Reports claim Jeffries offered to bet 10,000 for four rounds while another $5,000 was added as extra inducement. The piece notes rivals in the light heavyweight field eager for another showdown and Jeffries’s threat to meet any opponent except a negro.
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James J. Jeffries
Jeffries
Ruhis
Juff
Auto paced Cresclus sets world record at half mile
Dayton witnesses a pace pacing trial for trotters on Thursday as Cresteug narrowly beats a Whilin touring car to set a new world record of 208 percent for the mile on a half mile track.
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Dayton
Cup Racing Costs To Defend The America’s Cup
Since 1886 the defense of the America’s Cup has cost American entrants over 2.5 million dollars and English challengers over 3.5 million. Sir Thomas Lipton contributed about 2.1 million, while Pierpont Morgan and August Belmont each gave over 200 thousand to defend the cup.
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Americare
Thomas Lipton
D. Pierpont Morgan
August Belmont
Afrivander and Dick Welles Set Pace in Turf Clash
Intense interest surrounds a planned matchup between Afrivander and Dick Welles, two standout runners in Chicago's three year old division. Afrivander is hailed as the best of his age with critics deeming him unbeatable here, while Dick Welles has been breaking records and drawing predictions of a potential match against rivals willing to challenge the Derby hopeful. Delmer and Dwyer announce Afrivander will face any owner willing to pit against the Ruby colt, with J B Respecs as a bold sportman backing Dick Welles.
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Keiesen
Afrivander
Direk Welles
Vast
Dick Welles
Fins
McChesney
Waterboy
Hermis
aAfricander
Chicago
Quistlera
Delmer & Dwyer
Africander
J.B
Hoosier Pitcher Crowley Shines Amid Bats and Blows
An extensive, period style game report praises Young Crowley the Hoosier pitcher for five hits allowed, eight strikeouts, and strong early support from Kreides. It notes later struggles, Durham’s stand, and Voltz’s setback, with a quirky aside on Dr. Fitz and local boxing news about Beverly Howard and Ike Barrett in Indianapolis.
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Fiz
SUN
Crowley
Fitz
Kansas
Kreides
Voltz
Durham
Balla
Ebretric Voltz
Beverly Howard
Ike Barrett
Barrett
Howard
Standing and Scores for Evansville and Nearby Teams
Evansville leads with five to four against Grand Rapids while tandem 4-4 ties occur for South Bend Wheeling and fort Wayne. Terre Haute posts a 9 to 1 margin over Marion as Dayton and others hold 2 to 5-5 records.
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Evansville
Grand Rapids
Dayton
South Bend
Wheeling
Fort Wayne
Terre Haute
Marion
NO MORE RED COATS IN GOLF DESCRIBED fading fashion
An old article notes the decline of bright red coats once common among golfers and social crowds. It says players overused the garment beyond the club, leading to its disappearance from Riverside and nearby scenes. Now golfers favor linen or crash coats, or heavier fabrics on cool days.
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Uae
Orn Indianapuils Gobset
Resauranta
Rube Wads Dell Suspended From All Leagues
Rube Wads Dell faces nationwide suspension after President Bryce of the local team rejected Connie Ma’s offer for services. A telegram confirmed the suspension stands, preventing Waddell from playing in any league nationwide. He may have to join the show tend bar or move to the California Jenagie.
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Columbus
Rube Wadsdell
Bryce
Connie Ma
Thsta
Waddell
Philadelphia
Rube
California Jenagie
Where They Play: baseball matchups from major leagues
American Association games list Kazens City at Indianapolis Milwaukee at Lauraville I Paul at Columbus Minneapola at Toledo with c e 8. American League Boston at Philadelphia Washington at New York Detroit at Chicago Cleveland at St Louis National League Beaten at Brooklyn Philadelphia at New York St Louis at Fittabure Cincinnati at Chicene Central League Srasa Raplas at evansite
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Paus
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Louisville
Indianapolis
Atla
Kansas Ciey
Columbus
Toledo
Kansas City
Indianapels
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L. Columbus
Paul
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Weterlands
Chita
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Cleveland
Philadelphia
New York
Detroit
Louis Anes
Chicago
Washington
Pittsburg
Cincinnati v
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St. Louis
Cincinnati
Fort Wayne
South Bend
OH Marton
Rill
Evanaville Terre Haute
Kazens City
Lauraville
I. Paul
Minneapola
Philadephia
Fittabure
Srasa Raplas
Evansite
Race at sea ends as gale halts Reliance Shamrock II
Friday morning storm off TUIGHSLANDS halts the yacht race between Reliance and Shamrock II. Both yachts drag anchors, second anchors cast, crowds await official call as seas rise and wind worsens. Old Scotia Nehznzyan-Reily struggles at anchor amid fierce waters near Barny Hook.
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Tuighslands
Reliance
Shamrock IL
Orlock
Baniy Hook
Snomrouk
Lipton Cup Heist Report From New York Harbor
Sir Thomas Lipton claimed he would not leave empty handed as a yacht caper ended with John Bolen of Jersey City smuggling the Virginia Boat Cup aboard the Erin. A note attached read Lipton’s thanks for the American souvenir.
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New York
Alte
Thomas Tipton
Policeman Molen
Jersey City
Virginia B
Erin
Derk
Thomas Lipton
John Holen
Atlanulest
Jersey
Thomas
Bolen
Major Delmar and Lou Dillon Race Talk Clashes Over Stakes
A.P. McDonald, owner of Delmar, weighs a 5 000 to 20 000 side race with Lou Dillon. McDonald would try a mile dash or longer as two seconds separate the rivals. Dillon leads Delmar by two seconds, yet Delmar’s owner doubts shoes will aid a win. Billings of Lou Dillon opposes wagering on his horses.
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Major Delmar
Lou Dillon
A. P. McDonald
Delmar
McDonald
Mar
C. K. G. Billings
King Edward's Boyhood Companion Jack the Dog Dies
London reports the death of Jack the dog, King Banaca Y’s childhood companion and royal bodyguard. The piece notes Jack’s close bond with the king and queen, his travels with the prince, and his presence in the bedchamber during the king’s illness, highlighting the nation’s mourning for the royal hound.
Tommy Ryan Left Disabled With Cancer Endangering Ring Return
Tommy Ryan, famed middleweight and trainer linked to Jeffries and Corbett, is described as a physical wreck with a stomach cancer identified by X rays. Doctors offer limited hope for recovery and note months of illness, with health trips to Hot Springs and Batty Creek failing to restore fitness.
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Tommy Ryan
Run Jeffries
Crouch
Jim Corbett
Ryan
Tommy
Fornis Health
Battie
Cornett
Meridan Stars Triumph Amid Confusing OCR Credits
unclear OCR fragment mentions Goldman Meridian Stars Lauck Welland and George Leylson with references to a championship and a manager, but details are garbled.
Jumpers at State Fair Highlight Exhibition of Show Horses
An exhibition of jumpers is planned as a feature of the state fair. A. E. Ashbrook of Kansas City will bring his show horse American Beauty along with Tie Down and Kildatr for daily jumping displays at the fair. Next Wednesday is News Boys Day at Washington Park with a Hoosiers versus Minneapolis game on the program. Free admission for fellows.
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A. E. Ashbrook
Kunsas City
Kildatr
Washington Park
Hoosiers
Minneapolis
Corbett Will Fight Again If Inducements Offered
James J. Corbett, arriving in Chicago after his defeat by Jeffries in San Francisco, declares he will box again if proper offers arise. He refuses to say he has fought his last match, praises Jeffries’ style, and notes he is in better physical condition than ever. He hints at forthcoming theatrical engagements and possible opponents while stressing respect for Jeffries as a fighter.
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James J. Corbett
San Francisco
Jeffries
Pugilist
Chicago
Asl
Jet
Diamond Dubs and New Hopes In Baseball Lineup
The report highlights L. T. Crowley as Dr Fizz, praising his fit for the role while noting Yack Voltx’s pitching may be hampered by nerves. It praises Basagz’s dramatic Friday display, Walter Frantz’s connection to Cap Frantz of Harvard fame, and prospects for new catcher Leslie.
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L. T. Crowley
Dr. Fizz
Voltx
Ant
Amateurs Play Double-Header At Brighton Beach
A Sunday double-header at Brighton Beach featured ABCs versus Terre Haute Eclipses in the first game and the People’s outfitting company against the Indianapolis Westerns in the second. The Young Hooslere and Meridian State teams also played in a morning and afternoon pair, both resulting in Hoosier victories, with score 24 in the second game.
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Abc's
Terre Haute
The
People’'a Outfitting Company
Indianapolis Westerne
Young Hooslere
Meridian Stare
Ote
Naoin
Hoosiera
Lajoie’s Rise From Fall River to Philadelphia Fame
A tale of Larry Lajoie’s early exchange from Fall River to Philadelphia driven by team manager Nash. The story recounts Lajoie’s first pro game homer, Geter’s trade, and Lajoie’s ascent to world renowned status while Geter becomes a strong minor league infielder for St Paul.
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Larry Lajoie
Woonsocket
F. 1
Newton Fisher
Nashvilla Dram
Fisher
Lajoie
Napoleon
Fall River
Mara
New England
Billy’ Nash
Nash
Geler
Massachusetts
Geter
Philadelphia
Rams Rum
Gefer
Naxt
Iman
Calek* Frazer
Louis-ville
St. Paul
Will Row No More Frank Greer Abandons Racing Title
Boston oarsman Frank Greer who just won the single scull championship of America says he will not defend his title next year. He claims to have achieved his ambition and will focus on money making. He credits James A Ten Eyck for his training and states he will never compete professionally again.
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Frank
Greer
Boston
America
Titus
James A. Ten Eyck
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