Imny Cook Signs In With Hoosiers After Marriage
Jimmy Cook, auburn-haired Hoosiers outfielder, sent in his signed contract to Manager Carr after marrying an Indianapolis society miss. He states he is fully satisfied with last season and will give his best services. Carr denies rumors of buying Jack Chesbro and notes only Paddy Livingston was cut in pay.
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Bantam Boxers Promised at Indianapolis Auditorium Show
Denning and White, 105-pound Tom Tumba, headline a Wednesday night boxing program at the Auditorium to raise funds for ring-side enthusiasts. The semi wind up pits Jimmy Cooley vs Assrey Bloom, with Kid Simms vs Jack Dillon in the big order bout and Harry Bunt vs Young Donnelly in the Esther prelim.
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Jeffries Confirms Hesitation On Return To Ring
In Los Angeles on February 3 Jim Jeffries, nursing a sore right arm, avoids confirming a comeback. A Seattle bank offer of 10 000 for 20 rounds with Johnson sparks speculation. Jeffries denies committing yet asks media to withhold questions as he considers the proposal.
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Dorando to Clash with Four Flyin Long-Distance Men at Coliseum
Dorando, the Italian Marathon champion, will face four top long-distance runners at the Coliseum on Saturday night in the four and one half mile sprint. Manager Carr of the Indianapolis Baseball Club backs the Marathon promotion plan and says four strong runners will be chosen, though names are not yet announced. De Barclay of Indiana University is considered a likely entrant after recent good form. Wer, Pierson, and Wright also posted solid workouts Tuesday.
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Prenchman 1S Foeled by Police Chief De Rouen Wrestling Ban
Raoul De Rouen the French giant, a longtime crowd draw in Chicago, has been barred by Police Chief Shuettier from participating in matches hereafter. An order prohibits athletic clubs from hosting bouts billed with De Rouen as a key attraction, citing alleged rough tactics in recent matches.
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Johnson and Langford to Fight in June for 6000 Purse
London reports Jack Johnson will meet Sam Langford before the National Sporting club Derby week in June. The bout offers a 6000 purse with 4000 to the winner and the rest to the loser, set for 20 rounds. Also noting the death of ex Harvard football captain William A M Burden at 31 in New York.
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Cyclone Johnny Thompson to Fight in New Orleans
Chicago reports Cyclone Johnny Thompson signed to fight in New Orleans on February 2. Opponent not yet chosen. Thompson, a noted boxer, awaits a finalized matchup as event details are being arranged in the boxing scene.
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Consistent Bowling by Earl Heller in Commercial League
Earl Heller of the Bankers led the evening with 20 clean frames and scores of 202, 203, and 204 as the Ballards swept three from the Capital Nationals. Fields led the Ballards with a 213-series average and 24 and 2% pins, while other match results included the Water Company over the Abattoirs and Central Unions over the Kingans. Freddie Welsh defeated George Memsic over ten rounds, declaring the bout easy and noting Memsic offered no challenge.
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Memsic Defeats Fred Welsh In Boxing Bout
Memsic outboxed the Streator opponent from the start and dominated George who fought desperately. The English challenger remained elusive while Memsic stayed in surprisingly good condition and finished clearly ahead.
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Local Negroes Back Johnson Fight Fund In Chicago
Colored enthusiasts in Chicago and Indianapolis plan to raise a combined fund of about 190000 to back Jack Johnson in a fight against James J. Jeffries or any white challenger. Bert Williams and George Walker will contribute to the pot, with local sportsmen adding nearly as much, aiming to pool the money and offer advantageous odds through a syndicate.
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Shrubb Against Longboat For Madison Square Marathon
In New York on February 3 crowds debate the Madison Square Garden marathon between Tom Longboat and Alfred Shrubb. Longboat named favorite though Shrubb has trained beyond 15 miles, proving potential for the full 26 mile course.
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Strang to coach Army baseball at West Point
The Army baseball schedule for 18 games is set all at West Point. The Navy game moves to May 25 and ends with Colgate on June 9. Sam Strang, formerly with the New York Nationals, will coach this year and plans to start work in the cage soon.
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Brown Beats Vindhey In Narrow Longacre Fight
New York boxing card at the Longacre club drew a crowded Saturday night. Brown and Vindhey Harvey of Chicago traded ten rounds with Brown earning a shade for his heavier blows and aggression, narrowly edging the visitor.
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Philadelphia Draft of Manager Seis Report
Philadelphia area brief notes a manager six report dated February 3, referencing the Philadelphia American and a mention of Seis. The fragment hints at a sports or organizational update but lacks full context or clear events.
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McGraws Kindness to Merkle Shows The Wisdom
A lengthy quote credits John McGraw for promoting Fred Merkle by raising his salary. Michael Donlin praises McGraw as a visionary manager who avoided a salary cut that could have hindered Merkle. The piece argues the higher contract inspired Merkle to renewed effort and ambition with the Giants.
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Young Pierce Too Clever in Wind-up Fight
Philadelphia report states young Pierce the colored featherweight outboxed Frankie Moore at the Douglas Athletic Club wind-up. Pierce demonstrated superior speed and ring craft to secure a convincing victory.
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Outfielder Jesse Stovall Seeks Release From Colonels
Louisville Feb 3 Outfielder and change pitcher Jesse Stovall of the Colonels has written to Manager Tom Chivington asking for his release He is promoting boxing contests in San Diego where he runs the Bay City Boxing club His last attraction was provided by Frank Fields and Jack O Keefe Chivington says a satisfactory deal with a California club will be considered to allow Stovall to pursue his aim.
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Prominent Surgeons to Examine Blackburn in Manslaughter Case
Friends say eminent east and west surgeons will be summoned for mental examination ahead of Jack Blackburns Quarter Sessions trial in March. The shooting occurred after a cab ride home amid a scuffle involving two men and two women including his wife.
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Wabash Takes Battery A Five In 24 to 2 Game
Wabash college basketball team defeated Battery A five in Crawfordsville Indiana 24 to 20. Star forward Lambert was out sick while Cochran and McCullough led the visitors with Stump's guarding highlighted as a feature. Walter Stump Yount and Field goals detailed with fouls and free throws. Referee Rieman from Shelbyville.
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Laxative Bromo Quinine Cold Remedy Ad Card
An old advertisement notes headaches and neuralgia from colds and promotes Laxative Bromo Quinine as a worldwide cold and grip remedy. It urges readers to call for the full name and look for the signature E. W. Grove, with venue DENISON HOTEL offering American plan dining and Sunday dinners, plus music.
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