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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1905
Page
6
Toledo dispatch recalls Nelson's taunts of Britt's skill while praising Terry McGovern's punching power. Nelson insists Britt never had a chance and predicts a crushing rematch with McGovern, recounting past perceptions, nerves, and a wager on outcome. He also notes lasting respect for McGovern and reflects on the Corbett era.
The Cincinnati Reds will depart on St Patrick's Day for Hot Springs to train two weeks then return by early April. They will host exhibition games at home against Cleveland on April 11 12 and 13 and against other teams including Toledo and Pittsburgh. Managers regard Hot Springs as financially and physically beneficial.
Akron romance story follows Bill Schwartz a Cleveland born first baseman who played for Akron two seasons ago and Indianapolis last year. Miss Lena Bedur of Akron has long supported the home team and will start here Thursday January 1 as their paths crossed during Schwartz's Akron stint.
In Tuesday Commercial Bowling, Fletcher beat Progress and Marotts to stay close to Burford. L and 8 team swept Indiana bankers. Liberals and Btrans split two games with Kipwane and Kenns, keeping the contest tight.
Hart and Hart and his men continue a fast clip as the Indians overwhelm Kokomo 38 to 3 in the first period and secure a decisive win at the Auditorium. Higgins, Daly, Lyons, and Devin led the home attack while Miller, Carrigan, and Harper anchored the defense to stifle Kokomo throughout the game.
Special to the 5 Carlisle Pa Dec 18 Mt Pleasant the speedy Hutle quarterback of the Car Uigle Indian team weighs 135 pounds yet ranks among remarkable gridiron athletes He is an all round athlete with a swift 100 yard dash time of 9 345 seconds a quarter mile relay feat and a broad jump of 2 feet 9 inches His versatility and tackle surety mark him as notable in football and track.
An 19th century advertisement touts Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup for teething children. It claims to soothe the child ease pain settle wind colic and cure diarrhoea with a note of twenty five cents per bottle Emphasis on universal relief typical of period patent medicines.
Swedish wrestler Charles Hackenschmidt arrives from Sweden expecting to meet Jenkins or Gotch. In New York he learns the champion has retired to West Point and travels to Chicago then Des Moines to defeat Farmer Burns. Both Hackenschmidts are 21 years old. he is 5 ft 7 in, 178 pounds with measurements listed as neck 18.5, chest 47, arms 18.5, waist 33, thigh 23.5, calves 14.8.
Dilly Bun day, the baseball evangelist preaching to about 4,000 at Burlington Ia, collapsed on the platform during a revival. He had preached tirelessly for months with little sleep and his recovery remains in doubt as fear grows for his health and powerful appearances.
Indianapolis plays Kokomo while Fort Wayne faces Marion in final league action. The MG A City League highlighted strong showings with Rivals defeating Baston, Ends and Battery A beating Avking Sto 3 for the season’s closer games.
A jumble of boxing chatter and football opinions notes Tim Atetralian Bily Hert That y, Jimmy Gurluety, and others in weight class talks. Mentions of Nelson, Neldon, and a Phillies draft notables. President Butler of Columbia calls football a profession not sport, while umpire Stik O'Loughlin questions baseball rules.
Exclusive first class tour to California under the Tourist Department departs Chicago on Wednesday May 1. The line Union Pacific Northwestern provides a round trip with February and March in the sun and flowers. Price $30 includes all expenses rail fare sleeping cars meals and hotel. Full itineraries and particulars from S. A. Hutchins, manager, 212 Clark St and 120 Simon Blvd, Chicago.
The Southern California HRW train route promotes the Los Angelen limited electric train with new comfort innovations. Departs Chicago 10 p m daily and arrives Los Angeles 4 5 p m on the third day, linking Chicago with Union Pacific Northwestern routes and Halt Lake route. Rates, sleeping cars, and reservations available from N M Hreese, area agent, F Walnut St Cincinnati Ohio.
Ned Hanlon named manager of the Reds for 1896 with Joe Kelley to play left field and captain the team under Hanlon. Herrmann announced the decision after Kelley’s conference at the National League meeting. Kelley advised Hanlon’s selection and will stay on as a Red under Hanlon. Other league discussions covered drafting rules and compensation for Class A players.
The athletic association of the University of Pennsylvania reported a deficit of 0.07 for the year ended Aug 01 at its annual meeting. Football receipts in 1904 totaled 3320 supporting 13 sports. deficit due to fixed charges and Franklin Field improvements. A graduate coaching system for the football team was recommended.
In San Francisco on December 1 a report states that plans have been made to march Mike Sullivan to Saht Joe Gana in January, signaling a change in lightweight boxing arrangements. The wording reflects a local sports dispatch style with names tied to upcoming events.
Charles Marvin the noted trotting horse driver is seriously ill at his South Broadway Park home in Lexington Kentucky. He fell ill with a bad cold and influenza developed raising fears of pneumonia.
The Indians travel to Kokomo for Wednesday action while Marion, at Logansport, loses in amateur play. Barion exits early after a head strike, Mitchell stays in after a head count. The Sycamores drop 6 to 1 to Anderson on their rink as Lafayette defense struggles against Anderson’s offense led by Wootke. In the Auditorium amateur game the Little Ministers edge Battery A 1 0 0 with C Williams scoring the winner in the first period. Managers named for Toledo in the American Association are Mike Kelley Pat Donovan and Chief Zimmer.
Special to the Band reports Willie Sudhoff was traded from the Browns to the Senators for Jacobson. The piece discusses how winter bowling may tighten muscles used in throwing, hindering Sudhoff’s speed and effectiveness. It suggests he quit bowling and pursue indoor tennis or similar activity to loosen muscles and improve pitching form.
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