Pardello to Meet Wittmer in Empire Theater Catch Match
Leo Pardello heavyweight champion of New York faces Charles Wittmer of Cincinnati in a catch-as-catch-can bout at the Empire theater Thursday night. Pardello claims a walk in the ring despite Wittmer’s recent Graeco-Roman win and discusses his career from Bowery roots to training with Jim Corbett and past theater offers.
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New York
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Cincinnati
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Guy
McCoy
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Der
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Jersey
Henry Irving
Irving
Pardelle
Rardello
John Pieniig
Butcher Boy
Who Will Captain Yale Football Next Season
Yale faces a heated captaincy decision as Eddie Glass may be ruled ineligible by Harvard claims. Class is suggested as captain, with Metcalf likely to lead if Glass is barred. A committee from Harvard and Yale will decide on Glass voiding his candidacy.
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Yale
Eddie Glass
Harvard
Indoor Baseball Buzz Spreads in Eastern League Picks
In the Eastern league Worcester Lowell and Clinton discussions spark fan talk. Lawrence was chosen early as a standout, and fans predict great things as interest grows in the indoor sport gaining attention.
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Worcester
Lowell
Clinton
Lawrence
Shortridge Players to Dine at Denison on Thursday
The Shortridge football team will be entertained at Denison on Thursday night at the expense of Harry Nicoli, athletic association treasurer. No guests will be present except team members. Captain Bob Scott will host the pennant winners at his home on Friday night.
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Denison
Harry Nicoli
Athletic Association
Bob Scott
Workmen progress on the challenger Shamrock II London
Builders in London report swift progress on the Shamrock II challenger with notable lead ballast and careful pouring to protect steel frames. The vessel will have a large displacement and is aimed at capturing the cup won by America in the last race.
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London
Sir Thomas Lipton
America
Money for the Birds Salaries, Watkins urged NL berth
New York baseball managing circles report outfielders Delehanty at 6000 dollars pitcher Orth at 5600 dollars pitcher Townsend at 3500 dollars. Some urge Manager Watkins to join the National League while noting he will not shell out such salaries for any ordinary circuit. Mewraw has signed high paying contracts and given large advances.
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Mewraw
Hipson Nears Return After Terrific Elwood Injury
Hipson, who was injured during Tuesday night's game, has almost recovered and will be in the game again Thursday night at Elwood.
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Hipson
Elwood
Rumor of Indianapolis bid for Corbett McGovern fight denied
An unfounded rumor spread that a new athletic club in Indianapolis planned to bid for the Corbett McGovern bout. Officials and promoters denied any such move, stating the club aims to promote athletics and gym facilities rather than prize fights. The Louisville court ruling and Indiana law were cited as barriers to staging the match locally.
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Louisville
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Tures
Corbett Featherweight Fight Heads to Louisville Bid
The Corbett featherweight championship bid faces San Francisco forfeit holdings but Detroit big meeting on December 9 will stay harmonious. National league magnates are at peace and expect no conflicts in Detroit.
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San Francisco
Cincinnati Enquirer
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National League
Detroit
New Southern League Aims To Supplant Existing Circuits
The piece reports deserters St. Vrain and Charlie Babb fueling a push for a brand new southern league within 30 days that could topple current organizations. Col Rogers of Philadelphia protests New York signing Delehanty and questions McGraw’s rights. Harry Pulliam again predicts outcomes.
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Charlie Babb
Indianapolis
Col. Rogers
Philadelphia
New York
Delehanty
McGraw
Kid Carter Knocks Out Peter Maher in Second Round
In Philadelphia at the Pennsylvania Athletic Club on Wednesday night Kid Carter dominated from the first bell. Rapid rapid blows until a jaw strike ended the bout with Maher counted out after tumbling headfirst to the canvas. He rose briefly but the match was decided.
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Peter Maher
Pennsylvania Athletic Club
Philadelphia
Maher
Fisher Automobile Company Buys City Lot for Clubhouse
The Fisher automobile company purchased the Mary A. Lewis estate at 330 Illinois Street for 9000 through A. Metzger agency to build a new automobile clubhouse. Construction will commence promptly after the sale.
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Mary A. Lewis
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Tuberculosis treatment praised at eastern hospitals
Dr. C O Probst, secretary of the State board of health, cites success of a new tuberculo sis treatment near Rutland Massachusetts. He notes open wards pure air valid diet and exercise as key, with patients sleeping outdoors despite weather and consuming large amounts of food. The facility, three years old, treats incipient cases but has admitted severe cases, lowering cure percentages.
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C. O. Probst
State Board of Health
Rutland
Mass
Gas engine for sale by Fairbank Morse for dynamo use
54 horsepower gas engine by Fairbank Morse & Co. used only six months. Includes jack shaft and fine double belt set up to run a dynamo. Offered for sale at a bar gain by W. D. Pratt located at 400 Century Building.
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Fairbank, Morse & Co
W. D. Pratt
SUN Liners Offer Six for Six at 25 Cents
Ad copy notes six items priced at six for 25 cents. Mentions “Both phones 8% Office 121-123 B. Ohio” as stray text from the banner.
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