Boston Holds Balance as League Fights Over Ruling Power
At a New York meeting of National League magnates on Wednesday the league survived the Indianapolis pact and rejected Brush’s syndicate plan. Five clubs favored electing Spalding. Boston held pivotal influence and could shape the outcome. Brush derided rivals as unable to run their own affairs citing a Moses figure to take charge.
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Manager doubts Omaha teams profitable in Western league plan
Keith Buchanan, who has led the Western league team for two years, expresses concern that two Omaha teams would not attract sufficient profitability.
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Terry McGovern set for 126 pound title bid with Sullivan
Terry McGovern agreed to fight Dave Sullivan around January 30 for the championship. Bob Fitzsimmons named referee. A 2500 dollar forfeit was posted with 1200 for appearance and 1300 for weight fail. They will fight before the club offering the highest bid. a 1000 dollar bid forfeit accompanies each bid.
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Jockey Johnston Suspended After Co rillo Race Incident
In New Orleans on Wednesday spectators saw burning bank notes rise above the course as Jockey Johnston slept on his horse. He is suspended indefinitely. Five favorites won at Oakland and players lost at the close. Racine Anderson Richmond and Muncie plan a four team polo league after the holidays with Chauncey Fisher overseeing a new rink at Anderson.
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Lipton to Receive Punch Bowl From Yacht Guests
Sir Thomas Lipton is to be presented with a punch bowl by the guests who sailed aboard his yacht. The gesture reflects the cordial ties formed during the voyage and honors Lipton's leadership.
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Remarkable Racing Packs New York City Crowd
Thousands fill avenues as the great international road race unfolds with Walthour attempting a daring lap steal. For miles he set a fierce pace before rivals countered. The program features varied sprints by professionals and veterans call the racing remarkable.
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X rays Break World Nine Pin Record In Rochester Match
In Rochester on Wednesday night the world nine pin record of 410 pins was broken by the X rays. They totaled 448 pins in the second game of a match against the Cliftons, setting a record likely to stand for years. The usual average is around 230 pins per game.
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Tish-i-mingoes Triumph In Bowling Match
The Tish-i-mingoes won, scoring straight across Melrose on Wednesday night. Electrics took four games and the Deweys five in the same event.
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Husband and Wife Prove to Be Cousins in Ohio
Jos Schmelzer sues Mary Schmelzer in Cleveland common pleas to annul their marriage on grounds they are first cousins, making the union illegal under Ohio law. They live in Stooklyn and were married about two years ago. a child was born. The wife’s maiden name was Frindt. The husband sought a peaceful but legal annulment after learning of the kinship.
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Kaiser to visit The Hague for royal reconciliation
Paris dispatch reports the Kaiser will travel to The Hague next spring to finalize reconciliation between Queen Wilhelmina and her husband Prince Henry. The move signals a potential easing of tensions within the Dutch royal circle.
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Student starved himself and family for education
Henry Demond, a State university student in Tacoma Washington, died after starving to fund his education. Investigation shows he left a wife and child destitute, hid poverty from friends, and studied intensely until his breakdown and death.
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Chauncey and May to wed before Christmas in Nice
New York reports Senator Depew will marry Miss May Palmer in Nice on December 24. A brief European honeymoon is planned and he will return to the Senate in January. In Kokomo Indiana, about 20 pipeline ditchers drank heavily, nine were jailed, and one was beaten unconscious as others fled.
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How to Treat a Corn with Chamberlain’s Pain Balm
Advice to remove a troublesome corn by soaking to soften, paring it down closely without drawing blood, then applying Chamberlain’s Pain Balm twice daily. Rub vigorously for five minutes at each application. A corn plaster may be used in a few days to protect the area.
Body Found in Westfield Not Identified
A missing person report leads to discovery of a body in Westfield. Authorities list the body as unidentified pending official identification and autopsy results.
Gas explosion wrecks Mecca saloon in Hartford City
Hartford City Indiana December 12 The Mecca saloon was wrecked by a natural gas explosion Wednesday afternoon. The basement was filled with cas and the pavement and front of the building were badly demolished. The loss is reported considerable. The saloon is owned by Pat Delaney and Andrew Markins.
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Preparing for War in Buenos Aires Dispute
Buenos Aires reports indicate Argentina expects Chile to concede or escalate. Officials fear recalling Minister Portela and sending troops to occupy disputed routes. A statement to King Edward as arbitrator is anticipated. Chile reportedly mobilizes two conscript divisions amid tension. A London gale aids distress signals from four Dover vessels.
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