Brush Clinches National League President Vote Amid Illness
In New York on December 16, amid illness, John T. Brush led the Ward faction as the National League center stage shifted to selecting a president. Brush allied with Murphy of Brooklyn and Fogel of Philadelphia to back four clubs Chicago New York Brooklyn and Philadelphia against Heydler. Stanley Robison’s stance shifted partly due to outside pressure from Ban Johnson.
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Ban Johnson
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Bob Brown
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Auto driving record of Johnson shows frequent speed citations
The article reviews Johnson’s frequent speeding in automobiles, noting legal hearings and police interactions. It compares his risky driving to a later anecdote of a wealthy man who bought cars for thrill and faced fatal consequences. It ends urging caution until after July 4, 1910 for Johnson’s safety and for moving pictures.
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Grim Reaper
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Judes
San Antonio Signs College Infielders and Catcher
Signed by San Antonio. Memphis Tenn. Dec 14. George Leicy San Antonio's manager in Texas league announces signing the Alabama college infielder Elgin Pope from Marion Military Institute infielder Slavin Hoboken N J and catcher Vance of Louisville.
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Dillon Accepts to Fight Ford Munger in Michigan-Indiana Title Bout
Jack Dillon accepted terms to face Ford Munger a Michigan lightweight in a ten round bout next Monday night for the Michigan Indiana championship before the Valley Athletic club at Sagi may Michigan.
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Boxing Roundup At Bronson Club Promises Mixed Results
Kid Brown of Fortville and Tommy Dillon boxed six rounds in a no decision bout. Moore and Willie McGee fought to a four round draw, while Earl Hensley beat Young Leary and Oscar Hansen defeated Jim Leftwich. Vid Stone and C H Williams also drew in four rounds.
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Sunday School Bowling League Results Report
The First Presbyterians lost two to the Memorials in Sunday School bowling. The Baptists fell twice to Center Avenues in the same league.
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Western Golf Association Changes Name to American Golf Association
Chicago December 16 The Western Golf Association will change its name to the American Golf Association and will make any organized golf club in North and South America and the islands eligible for membership. The change will be voted on in Chicago January 15 if the committee report is adopted.
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City Bowlers Open War on Christmas Eve
The city bowling tournament kicks off Monday with the Spakes leading the five man teams. Over the next week four evenings feature five man and two man divisions, amid 31 five man teams 81 two man teams and 134 individuals. The individual champion earns 25 dollars and the prize pool totals 114 dollars for individuals plus 135 141 and 114 dollars for other prizes. The schedule runs through New Year’s night with finals for high scorers and team results announced.
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Baseball Player Trades Mix Eyeing Minneapolis Moves
New York reports Grif Griffith sold catcher Frank Roth to the Minneapolis club in the American Association pending waivers. Jimmy Williams also heads to Minneapolis, while Elberfeld moves to Washington for 5000 dollars. Charley Dooin may manage Philadelphia as rumors spread. Fred Clarke signs five first basemen as Pirates eye improvements.
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World's Richest Girl Miss Jennie Crocker
Miss Jennie Crocker of San Francisco, now valued at 12 900 000 dollars after a 2 000 000 gift from her uncle George Crocker is hailed as the richest girl in the west. The fortune boost elevates her status among regional social ranks.
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Harvard and Yale shift dates for baseball and track
Yale will end spring term earlier affecting schedules while Harvard retains its terms. Rowing regatta dates stay disputed. baseball games move to mid May. Yale hosts June 21 Yale field game and June 23 Harvard game two days apart on class days. Yale to host third game if needed, Harvard disagrees.
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Election of president in National League and league notes
National League election of president to day. Dark horse may win. Philadelphia club owners named. Ned Hanlon Jon O'Brien and Bob Brown cited as compromise candidates. Sister of Harry Pulliam to receive annual allowance. Frank Roth sold to Minneapolis. Billy Murray's claim against Philadelphia referred to new owners. Pittsburg Ball Club claims champions status. Baseball Writers' Association elects officers. American League charges against Manager Cantillon not sustained. No action on signaling at New York park. Kirk Elberfeld bought by Manager McAleer for $5.90. Schedule set for 154 games. Noyes Comiskey Sommers named on joint rules committee. No club to carry more than 35 players. Spikes question referred to committee.
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Ned Hanlon
Jon O'Brien
Bob Brown
Harry Pulliam
Frank Roth
Minneapo
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Bananet
Pittsburg
Baseball Writers’ Association
Joe Cantillon
New York Ball Park
Kid Elberfeld
McAleer
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Noyes
Comiskey and Sommers
Safety devices and their value on steep grades
A discussion on the limits of brakes on icy slopes and the need for ratchet and pawl safety devices in automobiles. Sydney Elston notes few drivers practice backing at high speeds down grades, and warns that sprags can fail on rocky or muddy roads, with dire outcomes if brakes fail.
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Sox Alexis Aims to Return to Diamond from Indian Reservation
Old Sox Louis Sockalexis, once a Cleveland Spider star, is reportedly shunning fire water and plans a comeback to baseball. Now living on the Old Town reservation in Missouri, he dreams of the diamond and recalls his 1890s fame and paydays, while memories of his fall linger.
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Page maroon athlete one of best midway has ever known
Pat Page of Chicago is highlighted as a versatile star for the Maroons, excelling in football, baseball, and basketball. He captained the football team and earned all western end honors while pitching for the Chicago nine. During a two game road swing he defeated Purdue in 14 innings and Indiana in 13 innings. Page is expected to make a strong impact on the basketball season this winter.
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Trolley League To Be Organized In Indiana Michigan
A meeting of baseball managers from northern Indiana and southern Michigan will be held in the second week of January to form an interurban league. Invited cities include Goshen Elkhart Mishawaka South Bend Laporte Michigan City Valparaiso Hammond St Joseph Dowagiac Kendallville Fort Wayne Garrett Warsaw Wabash Huntington Peru Logansport.
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Osborn Marries Cora Shafer Milner in Ohio
Osborn Wilbur, outfielder for the Philadelphia National team, wed Miss Cora Shafer Milner of Sycamore, Osborn's hometown, last night in Upper Sandusky Ohio.
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Denison Hotel Christmas photos and dining room specials
The Denison Hotel advertises American plan dining room Sunday dinners and Christmas photos for gifts. Youth's Studio Potter offers one third price cuts through the 15th, promising not to disappoint.
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Coach Longman Urges Better Protection to Reduce Football Injuries
Sherry Leneman former Michigan full back and Notre Dame coach says injuries could drop 50 percent if players are better protected. He cites under padded smaller colleges and over fast but under protected bigger colleges. He urges coaches and trainers to shield each player’s weak spots to keep football safer.
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Speedway Trials Preview With Eleven Cars Entered
Eleven cars are entered for trials at the Speedway with more expected before the first event. The field includes PMat Strang Christie National Aitken Kincaid Marmon Stillman Harroun Fuller Switser Endicott Motzinger Stoddard-Dayton. Gov Marshall will lay a gold brick to honor the new track, with timing device by C H Warner. Racing machine tests show Christie’s car reaching two miles per minute on the brick track.
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Jeffries III Dates May Be Cancelled
Evansville Ind December 4 A aggravated lumbago forced Jim Jeffries undefeated champion to bed on arrival from Chattanooga. Dr B F Roller says the case is obstinate and may cancel future dates. Illness traced to a three hour workout in a Cleveland theatre. Frank Gotch near pneumonia from the same cause. Jeffries arose and appeared at a local theater against medical advice.
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Automobile Sets Unverified Fast Mile Record in 1995
An auto achievement claims a 15 second mile by Marriott in a Stanley Steamer at Daytona in 1995. The fragmentary report credits an extremely rapid mile time though lacks full verification and details.
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