Nelson Loses 20-Round San Francisco Boxing Clash
Britt dominates the late rounds using sharp lefts and rights on the Dane’s face as the gong signals the end of a grueling 20 round battle in San Francisco.
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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1904
Page
7
Britt dominates the late rounds using sharp lefts and rights on the Dane’s face as the gong signals the end of a grueling 20 round battle in San Francisco.
Jimmy Britt edged Battling Nelson in a 19 round no decisive finish at Mechanics Pavilion in San Francisco. The crowd neared 10,000 as both men traded vicious blows with Britt mounting a late charge and Nelson answering firmly. Attendance est 6,900 with gate receipts about 75,000 dollars.
SPECIAL TO THE LUNA PHILADELPHIA December 2 University of Pennsylvania faces a tougher path to a winning season with only six lettermen returning: Capt. Cariss O Donnell Drake Cremlan Hare and Zergier. Coach Coogan will pick up a batting coach and hopes to add Napoleon Lajoie as a core hitter to build a strong lineup.
North Western Line announces holiday excursion fares from Chicago to Milwaukee Madison Green Bay Marquette St Paul Minneapolis Omaha Council Bluffs Sioux City Denver Pueblo and nearby points. Tickets go on sale December 235 with return by January 4 1906. Details at local ticket agents.
The Wilkes-Barre scribe H. Merrill commends President Grillo of the American association for his able executive leadership during 19M. Merrill notes the organization prospered, urges President Grillo’s retention and a salary increase, and says even rival George Tebeng accepted the decision with respect.
Special to the Burj Montreal reports a false spread that Montreal’s Eastern league franchise would move to Richmond. Magnate Kreberner, earlier cited by Ed Ware, denies any plan to quit Montreal. He says cold weather affects earnings but a good team could restore profits.
Western college men hold back on predictions for the upcoming western conference track and field meet in Chicago. Michigan relies on Ralph Rose for the title while Fitzpatrick worries about sprinting depth. Keeler, Detroit sophomore, emerges as sprint prospect though consistency remains unproven. Freshman Tagoffin shows speed but not enough to surpass Billie.
The feature extols the New York Central Lines for partiality in experience accounts. It praises the lime for tent parlor sleeping and dining car service, premier motive power and roadbed, and declares safety speed and comfort as watchwords of the system.
Milwaukee dispatch notes an all star boxing card for Thursday night with six of ten scheduled fighters having Milwaukee prior ring experience. Kai Sayers Aurelia Herrera Young Mahoney Jim Driscoll and Young O Leary headline a show expected to thrill fans. The long awaited Honey Driscoll bout promises to be the main draw with a fast paced clash.
A jumble of boxing matchups and league maneuvers spans Kalamasoo and Detroit circuits. It lists fighters like Otto Koerner, Clarence Forbes, and George Gardner amid suspicions over team chemistry in Cleveland and coach selections. It notes league meetings in Paducah, and potential clashes with the Redw in Jacksonville.
Fort Wayne routs Indianapolis 72 to 4 as the Muncie rushers fail to drive the offense. Hart and Higgins sidelined by cold, Samp eel ruth and Fort Wayne defense stifles the Indians with relentless pressure, while fans cheer for the Dutch Stars. Scorers include Janon 19 and Houghton 4. Referee Lewry.
Tuesday and Wednesday night scores from the Western League show Muncie beating Kokomo and Marion defeating Lafayette, with Danville, Logansport, Terre Haute, and Indianapolis also in action. Central League results list Indianapolis at Kokomo and Fort Wayne at Lafayette as the slate for the week.
A follower argues Jeffries could earn about 900 000 per year or 5 000 monthly if he fought regularly, noting that even a top welterweight would still yield high sums. The speaker contends Jeffries is lucky to fight once annually and that the sporting world doubts his continued draw.
Cant Adrien C Anson voices cautious opposition to sweeping claims about the spit ball and pace changes. He notes many pitchers have used slow balls like Tim Keefe, relying on grip, limited rotation, and movement to deceive batters, with weather conditions often shaping effectiveness.
Charlie Comighey aims to secure Havete Cuba ball grounds for the White Box training, with Cuba’s Bassbell holding leverage. If approved, the Box train there for preliminary work, contending with the Highlanders for farm rights and potential Cuban games through February in Havana.
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