Coach Yost Says New Football Rules Fail to End Mass Plays
Fielding Yost of the University of Michigan denounces the latest Intercollegiate rules, arguing they miss their aim to curb mass plays. He cites the seven men on the line rule as ill advised and contends open plays thrive near the 25 yard line, urging six men on the scrimmage line at all times.
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Yost
Fielding Yost
University of Michigan
West
Lafayette
Michigan
Mane
TALKING STUNT BY FITZ LANKY BOB SAYS HE WILL ACCEPT FIRST CHALLENGE
Bob Fiteelmmons arrives in New York with his wife and a plan to fight. Fitz says he will take the first offer in good faith and notes Corbet, Gardner, and Monroe as potential challengers. He vows to fight any man, barring Tesfries, and offers a ten round limit to Monroe if needed.
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Bob Fiteelmmons
New York
Tesfries
Fitz
Corbet
Jeffries
Chicago
Big Chess Tournament Tri State Championship in Toledo
Indianapolis will be represented at the tri state chess tournament in Toledo Ohio from August M to September 5 by Warwick H Ripley a prominent attorney. The event gathers 200 top players from Indiana Ohio and Michigan. Notable contenders include J C Eppens Tin FitzGerald Cleveland Dr Port Ky Albert White New London Jacgif D Smith Cassopolis Mich Emmet Sullivan Detroit Frank Jaqua Troy Gwen Evang Cincinnati Higgin Vand Toledo representatives M gna Vandergrift Louis Mier Wil Te Van Naorden and an open free for all format for all chess players.
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Indianapolis
Toledo
Warwick H. Ripley
Indiana
Ohio
Michigan
J. CG. Ep
J.C. Eppens
Tin
Fitzgerald
Dayton
Cleveland
Port
GA . Albert White
New London
Jacge If. D. Smith
Cassopolis
Afich
J. Emmet Sullivan
Detroit
Mich
J. &. Warwick HL Ri
Frank D. Jaqua
Portland
Ind
M. K. Gantz
Troy
Gwen Evang
Cincinnati
C. W. Higigns
Clive Vand
W. G. Arn
Frank Edge
Old Baseball Rules to Be Enforced Next Season
Umpire Silk 0 ] announces revival of long ignored rule in the American League. The law forbids a pitcher or any player from intentionally disclosing or rubbing a new ball to alter its condition, with substitution of a new ball and a fine. O Laughlin cites President Johnson’s awareness as proof changes will come.
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Amarican
Silk
O'Loughlin
Johnson
Ughtin
Crowley Pitcher Named in Indianapolis Tryout Significance
News notes an Indianapolis special sags that a pitcher named Crowley has been signed by Watkins for a tryout. The piece mentions Crowley from Kenya and suggests he is a promising young star Wat king may develop. Crowley previously had a league trial and pitched for Kansas City under Tate.
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Indianapolis
Crowley
Watking
Tate
Kenya
Kansas City
Watkins
Columbus Dispatch
Star Cast Of Pug Sharps Melodrama Soars In Plans
Parson Davies and Lou Houseman plan a road show with an all star pug cast led by John L. Sullivan Tim Hurst Bat Masterson Billy Muldoon Tom Jenkins Malachi Hogan Lou Houseman Jake Kilrain Evan Lewis James J Corbett Tom O Rourke Jack Io ut Billy Delaney George Stier They will ask Kid Broad to play the soubrette part and others to fill the ingenue roles The project aims for intense new melodramatic plays but could face 50 percent profit demands from stars
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Parson Davies
Lou Houseman
Chicago
John L. Sullivan
Tim Hurst
Bat Masterson
Billy Muldoon
Tom Jenkins
Malachi Hogan
Jake Kilrain
Houseman
Davies
Purdue Long Hair Camp Opens Early For Students
Purdue long eine football squad with Coach Cue heads north from Lafayette to Tippecanoe for early training camp starting August. The unusual timing marks a first in school history as players prepare for a heavy schedule this season amid strong expectations for success under early camp conditions.
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Lafayette
Ind
Tippecanoe
Sesi
Pert
Gui Uc
Crack high jumpers to vie at Indianapolis horse show
Thistledown owned by A. E. Ashbrook of Kansas City is five years old and has a seven feet two inches record. It aims to break the world record of seven feet eight inches at the Indianapolis show the week of Sept 21. George Pepper’s Pearl of Toronto and ex-champion now wrestled the title last October. Enthusiasm runs high among jumping horse exhibitors as Pearl holds seven feet six and three fourths inches.
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Indianapolis
Thistledown
A. E. Ashbrook
Kansas City
George Pepper
Pearl
Toronto
Canada
Des Moines
Heath
Erbloom
Howard Wittett
White Plains
Points of the New Baseball Agreement Draft Provisions
The agreement sets up a three member commission to enforce terms with Putnam Johnson and a third chosen by them. It will resolve all player claims and requires major league clubs to consent for any changes by either league. Minor leagues retain player rights except Aug 7 to Oct 15 when majors may draft. Draft prices are Class A 750 Class B 500 Class C 200, paid in three equal installments.
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Putlam
Johnson
Polo opens in November in Indianapolis league expansion
Roller polo season opens November 16 in Indianapolis. The Western polo league expands to include Racine, Indianapolis, Anderson, Richmond, Elwood, Muncie and Marion, with Marion recently admitted.
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Indianapolis
Marion
Racine
Anderson
Richmond
Elwood
Muncie
Waddell and Mack in Philadelphia's pennant tale
The narrative recalls Waddell's rise with the Athletics and his impact on Philadelphia's 83 pennant. Rube and Mack are linked in a high wire football of praise and banter as Detroit and Chatham trips, parade moments, and a manager's caution weave through a volatile season.
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Mack
O Waddell
Rube
Garen’s
Uielee
Kobody
Nils
Ted
Camden
Pittsburg
Frank Hahn
Waddell
Detroit
Quakers
Brotherly Love
Uniers
Bodtontane
Conny Mack
Tor Waddell
Clacinatl-Enaulrer
Australian pugilist Scanlon vows to defeat Jeffries
Jim Scanlon of Australia says he is the man to beat James Jeffries for the world heavyweight title. He claims to have defeated every Australian rival and recently beat Meteor He in Pittsburg. Scanlon will travel to New York soon to press his case and bets $25 on himself to win.
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Fas Arteen
James Jeffries
Etalm Qn
Jim Scanlon
Australia
Jeffries
Lerson
Pittsburg
New York
Jeff
Scanlon
Mada
Hangatonland
Mans
Jeffries Faces Blazing Fire At Lacey Plant
In Los Angeles on August 31 Champion Jeffries, visiting his old stamping ground, discovered a fire that destroyed the Lacey Manufacturing Company building. He calmly handled 1000-pound rolls of paper as if presenting diplomas, remarking it was warmer work than facing Corbett.
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Los Angeles
Cal
Jeffries
Lacey Manufacturing Company
Corbett
Williams Home Run Delivers Win in Muncie Doubleheader
Williams belts a clean home run as Kansas City defeats Indianapolis 6 to 5 in a damp Muncie game. Durham struggled on the mound for Indianapolis while Williams received heavy support from teammates and bleacher crowds. In the doubleheader, Kansas City also wins game one while game two stays tight as both clubs push for late scoring.
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Kansas City
Indianapolis
Tor Williams
Haggerty
Slabsman Durham
Willams
Willims
Carey
Durham
Williams
Willoas
Tom Williams
Kihm
Fox
Nogriever
Woodruff
C O'Brien
Coulter
Marcan
Tarcett
Willems
Leslie
Hill
Gear
Nance
Grady
Gihaon
Jooniog
Knollif
Rothfuse
Lewee G. Durham
Mnnini
Indianapolis gOiorsoroe
Balle
Washington Outplayed and League Matchups Listed
An odd mixed recap lists American Association games across Minneapolis Indianapolis St Paul Louisville Milwaukee Columbus Kansas City Toledo and baseball notices mention Washington outplayed with unclear scores. A public notice in Indianapolis seeks a license to sell spirituous vinous and malt liquor at a specific Alabama Street room in Ward 7 with sale on premises.
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American Association
Minneapolis
Indianapolis
St. Paul
Louisville
Columbus
Kansas City
Toledo
Center Township
Maron County
Indiana
Seventh Ward
Board of Commissioners
Such County
Alabama Street
Marion County
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Alabama Strest
Tity
Avilliam
Petit Paul
Milwaukee
Sun
Afianeapolis
Sunday and Saturday scores across cities show varied results
Standings report multiple Sunday and Saturday games with Indianapolis, Kansas City, Columbus, Louisville, Milwaukee, Toledo, Minneapolis, Detroit, Chicago, Cleveland, St. Louis, Boston, Washington, Pittsburg, Fort Wayne, South Bend, Marion, Dayton and Evansville posting wins and losses. The Sun offers a brief call for help wanted notices and room rental ads.
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Brooklyn
Fandelphia
New York
Vinneburg
St. Louis
Cincinnati
Chicago
Evansvile
Port Wayne
Terre Haute
South Beng Marion
Dayton
Grand Rapids
Wheeling
Detroit
Cleveland
Boston
Washington
Pittsburg
Fort Wayne
South Bend
the Haute
Marion
Evansville
Philadelphia
New outfielder Duggan to debut for Millers Monday
Indianapolis meets Minneapolis at Washington Park Monday afternoon with Ford on air for the home team and McDonald for the visitors. Duggan, 19, new outfielder, arrived Sunday and seeks a tryout as Watkin’s club looks to use him in left field replacing O’Brien. Duggan hails from the Homestead Independent team and is praised as a fast baser and good hitter. Monday is Ladies Day with free admission for residents and reserved right-field bleachers for women.
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Indianapolis
Minneapolis
Washington Park
Ford
Mc Donald
Duggan
Watkins
Watty
O'Brien
Homestead
Rube” Waddell
Pirates
Newsbora
Rightfeld
Physicians and Surgeons Dr J J Kyle and Newton Claypool
Dr J J Kyle and Newton Claypool announce a medical practice limited to eye ear nose and throat care. They offer comprehensive ophthalmology otolaryngology and audiology services. Patients are invited to schedule exams and consultations.
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J. J. Kyle
Newton Claypool
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