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Newspaper

Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Dec 20, 1904

Page

7

Britt and Nelson Clash Tonight For World Lightweight Title

In San Francisco Britt defends against Battling Nelson in a bout billed as a genuine lightweight championship. Weigh-ins near light limits, with Britt favored by weight though both men in good condition. Nelson shows faster infighting and speed gains, while Britt relies on speed and stamina. Referee Billy Roche, Brit’s corner led by Snider Kelly, and betting seen as wide, with Corbett hinting at a challenge to the winner.

Jimmy Britt Battling Nelson Francisco Dee Battling Weluon Hoyle Marquis of Queensbury Tses Britt Nelson Gans Atmos Cenole Hanlon Herrera Brite Young Corbett Corbett Time Mo Hanty Ings Martin Candly Candle Nelaun Hanson California Bettard Odda Battic Billy Roche Snider” Kelly Brit Ted” Murphy Varry Corbett

Central Leagues Standings and Monday Night Results

Central league standings show Kokomo 6 Fort Wayne 1 in Monday action. Western league results list Muncie 4 Richmond 4 and Marion 4 Anderson 1. Upcoming games include Fort Wayne at Indianapolis and Lafayette at Terra Haute with Richmond visiting Marion.

Wraters League W.L. Fel W.L Pet T. Haute Hichmond Daoville Anderson Wayne Muncie Kokoma Marlon Lafayette Loganap Indianap Kokomo Fort Wayne Danville Lowanaport Munele Richmond, & Marion Indianapolis Logingport Terra Haute Richmond Marion

Gossip of the Diamond and Baseball Rumors

Rumors from the baseball world mention Hang Wagner with the Curne team and discussions of price raises for preachers fans. Remin Pierce is reelected catcher for Wisconsin University with a raise. spring training is set in Champaign with Illinois University. Jack Taylor defends himself against charges from President Hart and vows suit for damages. Armours may drop Robert Lincoln Lowe as two Columbus players draw attention. Lefty Davin and Ollie Pickering loom as threats, while Red Kielmon shines for the Highlanders. Lajoie Keeler Wagner still pile up safe hits as Cincinnati signs players. Fred Tenney could manage Boston next year. Dineen warns about muscle injury, Pittsburg trades Phelps for Peltz, and old coach Dreyfuss backs pitchers. Jim Mutzle faces financial woes and a benefit is planned. Billy Clymer pleads to keep Bridwell in Columbus as Merrmann resists.

Yale itinerary takes Yale basketball on 306 mile Christmas trip

The Yale basketball team sails from New Haven for a long Christmas circuit, facing daily games from Baltimore to Colgate University. Capt Tryatt, W K Barber, and F M Carter are likely to lead the squad with former substitutes back in contention.

New Haven Yale Flushing South New Orleans Helinz Baltimore Richmonds Charleston Savannah Atlanta Mobile Birmingham Nashville Cumberland University Cincinnati Allegheny College Buraquan University Colgate University Tryatt W. K. Barrer F. 31. Carter BE. A. Anderson E. B Hump

Evansville Central team under Jimmy Ryan formation

Special to The Sun from South Bend Indiana details ex National leaguer Jimmy Ryan organizing Evansville Central baseball squad. He describes taking a stake in the team after reviewing the Central’s speed and talent, listing early signees including Conway, Wacker, Freeman, Woodward, Cron, Knox, Fowler, Brennan, McCafferty, Thum, Bouzzle, Olson and Clements with Knox Cron and Olson noted as holdovers.

Jimmy Ryan SUN South Bend Ind Jimmy” Ryan Evansville Central Central Evansville Stack Ryan American Association Robert Conway Charles Wacker Harry Freeman L. Woodward F. A. Cron J. BR. Knox B. R. Fowler Jamea T. Brennan Charles McCafferty Willand Thum Claud Bouzzle Goodwin Olson W. B. Clements Knox Croas Goodwin

Indiana's Pritchard to Coach Short Ridge Team

Indiana University plans to engage John Pritchard of the M C A to coach Short Ridge basketball before the Purdue game. Indiana aims for the state title with tough clashes against Purdue and Wabash. Track prospect Miller from Lafayette High School boosts Bloomington Institute hopes as he enters fall training to clear six feet outdoors.

John Pritchard Shortridge Horne Indiana University Indiana Purdue Wabash Pritchard Miller Lafayette Bloomington

Athlete Looks Good in Michigan Star Ralph Rowe

Ann Arbor reports Ralph Rowe, the giant shot putter, shows exceptional physical development. The latest chart indicates his muscles are proportioned and his strength outpaces ordinary men by about 60 percent. Rowe’s all around muscular growth marks sharp improvement from last year and suggests a sure point winner for Michigan in track meets.

Ann Arbor Ralph Rowe Rose Michlsan

Interordan Time Card Indiana Union Traction timetable

Railroad timetable fragment for Indiana Union Traction and Indianapolis lines shows departure times from Indianapolis to Martinsville Mooresville and Martinsville with express cars to Lafayette Crawfordsville and Frankfort.Through passenger cars operate to Southport Greenwood Whiteland and Columbus with limited service via base stations and named offices Reynolds General Manager Norvil General Agent.

Indianapolla & Northwestern Traction Company Lafayette Bob Ste Crawfordsville B.ma Leteyene Prantyad Crawfordevills Avery Dar Cramfordsville Frackford IMW Macy Apade Yee Reynolds FD. Norvibl

Greenfield Line passenger timetable and connections

Indianapolis and Eastern Railway issues a Greenfield Line timetable with 5:55 am departures from Traction Terminal and hourly trains to 9:55 pm. Special cars to Greenfield run at 3:55 am and every three hours until 6:55 pm with connections to New Castle, Richmond, Lima, Dayton, Cincinnati, Columbus and central Ohio. Sunday schedule adds hourly service from 6:55 am and a 8:55 pm express linking Greenfield and intermediate points with connections to Richmond and Ohio plate routes.

Indianapolis & Eastern Railway Greenfield Line E. Macketat Traction Greenfield Knighstown Greenfeld New Cartle

Paducah Set for Spring Series With Finn in Charge

Paducah prepares for a spring training plan with Mike Finn likely to lead the Southern League regroupment. Talks center on a realignment that could include Little Rock for practice games, aiming to boost readiness ahead of the season.

Fas Dee Toledos Kelley Stroebel Rays Mike Finn

Cheap Rates for Christmas and New Year Travel by Lake Erie Line

General notice describing one and one‑third fare for round trip via Lake Erie and Western Fr. Holidays. Tickets on sale December 9 and January 2, with return January 4. Tickets available at the L B and BD office, South Mines.

Lake Erie & Western FR O. Bouth

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