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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1909
Page
6
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Winter training and early meetings in New York set the stage for the National League presidential election between John Ward and John Heydler. Brush supporters back Ward while Herrmann Dreyfuss oppose. Deadlock possible as votes surface, with sessions at Heydler’s office and Waldorf Astoria pending Wednesday. Awards of NL pennant to Pittsburgh and AL pennant to Detroit loom.
Tommy Ryan, former welterweight champion, may help train James J. Jeffries for the Johnson bout. In a letter to promoter Doc Hottum, Ryan says he will visit Benton Harbor Michigan to confer with Jeffries during his current engagement. Ryan is said to have taught Jeffries the crouch stance that aided his earlier conqueror days.
Patrick F. Sheedy a noted sportsman and art authority died after a two year illness at his residence and gallery 161 West Thirty fourth street He was 59 and had not left his home since June A stroke preceded his death and heart specialists were summoned His career included recovering a stolen Gainsborough portrait and a lost Murillo He toured the world with John L Sullivan and later broke with him after a drinking incident Burial is planned in Hartford Connecticut.
Jim Jeffries in a telegram to partner Jack Kipper accuses promoter T J McCarey of deception and calls him a cheap faker for losing a bid to Rickard. Jeffries notes McCarey’s claim of a fair fight and says he was counted out by rivals in the Los Angeles bout bidding saga.
Chicago December 18 George Mullin of the Detroit champions led the American league in pitching with 29 wins and 8 losses for a .781 percentage. Cleotte of Boston was second at .722, Willett of Detroit third, Krause and Bender tied for fourth. Detroit led team fielding at .964 while New York committed the most errors with 331.
Dr. B. F. Roller of Seattle and the Polish athlete Zbhyszko were matched last night to wrestle in Convention Hall here on December 2.
Fritz Bonnet spent seven years in Germany learning jewel craft and has since manufactured his own pieces. He sells direct to the public offering low terms and high quality material and workmanship. He guarantees satisfaction and aims to excel in his line with strong references supporting his honesty and ability.
Boxing bouts lead the week with Jim Walsh Billy Allen in Syracuse and multiple cards from Newcastle Scranton Pittsburg Oakland and more. Philadelphia New England and national listings include Joe Thomas Frank Klaus and Leo Houck with various regional showdowns. Baseball and wrestling and swimming events fill the schedule through Saturday.
Jose R Capablanca the young Cuban chess player will give a simultaneous exhibition at the Y M C A next week with the exact date set for Tuesday or Wednesday. Pearl Pearce joins Dayton roster after transfers from Newark and Toledo.
An unprecedented order bans any unauthorized person from the slipway at Portsmouth and Plymouth as two warships are being built in secret.
Harvard University plans a major chemistry expansion totaling about $500,000. Five new buildings are envisioned to enhance instruction. Groundbreaking is scheduled for just after New Year.
Peter Pfisterer has long been established in the city since 1871 and runs a fire insurance and steamship business begun in 189. He represents reliable companies in both lines and also handles real estate at 116 Virginia Avenue offering fire protection and European travel services to clients.
Chacley Carr manager of Indianapolis is in New York for the big baseball meetings to secure deals benefiting his club. Major league officials plus many minor leaguers arrive to participate in what could be one of the National League’s largest gatherings.
Lima Ohio December 13 Ohio State league magnates will meet in Columbus to map out plans for next year. An eight club circuit is expected with various cities lining up for franchises and possible additions from eastern Ohio towns if the current plan falls through.
London December 13 The Marchioness of Anglesey widow of the late eccentric marquis who died in 1905 at Monte Carlo is now Mrs John Francis Grey Gilliat by marriage she loses her title Her first husband a cousin of the present marquis spent a fortune on jewels and despite a 500000 dollar income died bankrupt.
Announcement from New York states that about 15 000 workers in Philadelphia will walk out next Thursday morning.
An advertisement promotes Botanic Blood Balm B B B as a cure for rheumatic symptoms including rheumatism, sciatica, lumbago, and swollen joints. It claims to purify blood, strengthen kidneys, and deliver a warm blood flood to nerves and joints, with sample requests and nationwide availability.
The City Bowling association extends the entry deadline to Tuesday midnight to boost participation during the holidays. At present 25 five-man teams 13 two-man teams and 1 individual have entered, with Commercial and Indianapolis leagues each contributing seven teams.
Strang the Fiat daredevil arrives in Indianapolis to train at the speedway with his car, joins Christie at the Fisher garage, and headlines next Friday’s trials. Hughie Hughes pilots the Christie car in shorter events, likely in a Buick for longer races, while Aitken drives National Marmon entries in stock classes. Marmon drivers Harron and Stillman prepare two cars as the marque seeks a long distance record.
Mrs Brid get Gleason mother of the successful bidder in the Johnson Jeffries contest died in San Francisco. She expired a few hours after Gleason reached home from New York.
The notice promotes a new barber shop at 7 W Market Street in Indianapolis. It claims to be the newest and prettiest in the city, offering first class and sanitary services.
Denison Hotel offers American plan dining room with Sunday dinner a specialty and promotes Christmas photos by Clark's Studio at 536 N. Pennsylvania. The studio advertises a one third price cut through the 15th, aiming to attract gift purchases.
Marion county Indiana Board of Commissioners invites sealed bids up to 4 am December 23 1909 for a steel range and hood for the Marion County Asylum for Incurable Insane Jalietta Indiana with bonds and affidavits required by law The board may reject all bids Witnessed December 6 1909 by Commissioners Mendnhall Roberts and Von Hass e Attest Auditor Sahm Also notices appointing executors administrators for listed Marion county estates including Barbara Miller Ferdinand Dold Joseph H C Denman and others confirming solvent estates and qualified administrators or executors as indicated by the notices
Three cars wrecked in the Ascot park six hour motor derby with eight starters. The Stearns driven by Charles Soulea won at 293 miles. Apperson driven by Harris Hanshue Cadillac Beaudet Sunset McLarty Corbin Palmere Singer among those involved. two drivers injured, one possibly fatal.
New York December 13 Football authorities who watched the Hamilton Tigers beat Ottawa 14 to 0 judged the Canadian game less taxing on players than American football. Notables including Walter Camp Percy Haughton Alonzo Stagg and Lieut Nelly attended. Camp suggested adopting open play and free kicking could reduce accidents in the United States.
Los Angeles December 13Athletics beat the Easterners 4 to 0 in California play. Both clubs played without key players Johnson Gray Snodgrass Elite Meyers Egan Bliss and Hutmillen who will start the return trip east tonight.
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