Peace Reigning Over Frisco Fight Promoters Again
San Francisco report says promoters Coffroth Levy and others renew talks after years of clashes forming the Associated Athletic Club to control boxing dates. The new board assigns all fight dates, eyeing a big series with stars like Nelson Gans Britt and more, as negotiations include ring action and notable promoters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ran Francisco
Fisiiana
Auperviagra
Jimmy Coffroth
Morris Levy
Donnybrook Tair
Britt
Jimmy
Eddy Uraney
2 Stack
Iey
Aupervicary
Graney
Costrath
Levy
Willie Britt
Associated Athletic Club
Associated Alub
Hayes Valley
Yosemite
James Coftrath
National Athletic Club
Eddie Griney
Golden Gate Athletic Club
Willa Britt
Conterta
Nelson
Gans
Mike
Twin
Baltimore
Akyward
Elether Nelson
Gana
Gang
Gansa
Nelon
de Cestres
Wagner Didn't Understand Big Pirate Shortstop Telegram Loan Request
Feb 5 report from Cleveland recounts Tommy Leach, a Pirates infielder, telegraphing Hard luck loans to friends. He asks Honus Wagner for twenty dollars with the reply asking "twenty good reasons" and ponders punctuation in telegraphing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sam Cleveland
Tommy Leach
Pitteburg
Tommy
Honus” Wagner
Leech
Big Teuton
Wagner
Sport Items of All Sorts and Modern Progress
The piece contrasts public interest in the Ormond meet with Vanderbilt races on Long Island. It questions auto race appeal versus cycling, cites public doubt about manufacturers backing bicycling events, and notes Gravesend’s sale to a syndicate planning building lots, signaling decline of the sport of kings as progress reshapes property.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gravesend
New York
Dowie Doctrine Questioned at Shiloh Tabernacle
In Chicago on February 5 followers of John Alexander Dowie heard Elder W. H. Cosaum declare that the Tender work failed to establish Zion principles. He blamed internal church resistance and a lack of acknowledgment from men and women within the congregation for the movement's setback.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rerippa-Meline Frese Assoristion
Chicago
John Alexander Dowie
Shiloh Tabernacle
W. H. Cosaum
Bohan
Kingdom of Zionity
Pricner
Jack Powel
St. Tah
Walloon
Ashey
Slicher
Bavasten
Oyly
Four senators sidelined by illness and a missing union leader
Washington and Cincinnati dispatches report four U S senators ill in Florida New York and Washington with Cullom Hayburn Gorman and Hale among those under care Hale expected back soon Hayburn with appendicitis and Gorman suffering from a cold Donnelly president of the Arc at Cutters' union remains missing since Thursday from the Dennison hotel in Chicago authorities seek clues to his whereabouts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Tommy Murphy
Serpps-McRae Press Association
Washington
United] States
Cullom Ia
Florida
Hayburn
Gorman
Hale
Senate
Donnelly
Scrippe-Meitue Preax Association
Cincinnati
Michael Donnelly
Chicago
Arcat Cutters’ Union
Dennison
Coffroth's Office Recalled as Fighters' Mecca
James W. Coffroth emerges as a promoter behind major early boxing battles. The feature notes his restraint with the camera yielding to growing fame, and lists famed matchups such as Jeffries Cornett Fitzsimmons O Brien Britt Nelson and Hanlon Corbett among others. The piece also mentions Billy Roche, a notable East sporting figure, seen in Coffroth's San Francisco office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James W. Coffrath
Prumlet
Sally
Coffroth
Ute Zing
Jeffries-Cornett
Britt-Nelson
Jeffries-Munroe
Fitzsimmons- O'Brien
Firzsimmons-Gardner
Fitzsim
Mons
Jeffries
Britt-Gars
Britt and
Nelson
Hanlon-Corbett
Corbett-Mer
Hanlon-Dread
Corbett
Dave Sullivan
Britt-Canole
Rubb- Jeffried
Coffrath
Coffreth
Billy” Roche
Bowery Rog
Roche
San Francisco
Fort Wayne Loses To Locals In Quiet Game
The Fort Wayne Indians hosted the Railroaders in a low effort contest Saturday night. Locals played solid defense and offense, scoring three times in the first period while the visitors managed a single score. The home team controlled the flow and coasted to a win with a relaxed performance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fort Wayne
OBrien's Middleweight Claim Analyzed In Ring Debate
The article reports quotes from Thomas Sharkey disputing Joseph Uugan's middleweight title claim based on a catchweight victory over Mitzsimmons. It argues the bout did not establish a true middleweight crown and notes Hagan’s potential path to the title by beating Ryan, with weight discussions and historical notes on past champions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph Uugan
Thomas Sharkey
Mitzsimmons
Pitt
Corbett
Tommy
Hagan
Ryan
Ringehle
Hazan Toarht
Ryanwood
Elements of education praised by Woolly at alumnae meeting
At Mount Holyoke a meeting of Doston alumnae heard President Woollywald extol education for service. She argued that true efficiency comes from natural ability joined to effort, stressing the scholar’s value alongside public service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Doston
Mount Hulyoke
Woolly
Fashionable Ring Style Noted By Mme Bernhardt
A description notes Mme Bernhardt wearing two rings on her first finger with a diamond piece reaching from knuckle to joint and a three emerald band on the third finger. The overall effect is described as pretty and novel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mme. Bernhardt
Realty Deal Seals 75001 Dollar Exchange in Delaware St
Henry Kathe owner of Pierson burdhrs of NX Delaware st. exchanged his Kathe flat to J A Lomcke and the Sovebe estate in a 75001 dollar realty deal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Kathe
Pierson Burdhrs
Delaware St
Wave Motor Is a Wonder
Special to The San Francisco Chronicle reports on Fred Starrs Wave motor a device harnessing ocean energy to power electric motors with no fuel shortages and potential to replace steam and telegraphic propulsion. The piece notes patents worldwide and a proposed Ocean Beach plant costing about 80000 with claims of low operating costs and high output.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San
Ban Francisco
Cal
Fred Starr
Neptunea
Phono
Framan
Ia & Mechanic
Pullman
Chicago
Blurr
I Watch
UNM
Starr
Ocean Beach
Mountain
Machiniats
Electriciana
Backstops Weak No Trade With New York Consummated
Cincinnati reports no deal with New York for Bowerman Bresnahan or Hither Catchers. President Herrmann said no satisfactory terms could be agreed. talks focused on Bowerman and Bresnahan but failed. McGraw considered Bowerman pairing with Bresnahan, yet trade demands blocked any arrangement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cincinnati
Rete
Moe Wily
Admral Schinf
Phelpa
Reston
Bagur
Horemann
Ume
Frank Bowermil
Backaron
Cusimplon Giants
Redland
Bresnahan
Herrmann
Rez “Er Bresnahan
Giants
Les
Tieda
Jtler
Roger
John J. Brush
Finnegan
Euring
Bresoeahen
Frank Bowerman
Christy Marhensap
Han
Jon Dad Bowerman
Baltimore
Jee Ie Mas
Ringer
Ryda
McGraw
Moby
Ares
Bowerman
Mamedy
Foxy
Neil
Mr. Seymanr
Frank
Polo Drives Indiana Team in May Schedule
A garbled report details Polo driving against an Indiana team in May with mentions of players and venues. It references Anderson, Durwille, Willow and Kee among others, noting a large crowd and strong play from Kako and the Fawg Die Wot, plus Lacy and Syndy in various roles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapalle
Conrad Baie Watele Atibe
Paoeler
Anderson
Mario l
Andersen
Sindy
ALC Aiid
Dean
Dante
Frayne
Wie Andersen
Moving Picture Show in Indianapolis At Caleb Mall
A moving picture show themed around Yellowstone National Park is booked in Indianapolis. The exhibition is tentatively set for March 9 and 10 in Caleb Mall, with Capt. CG Eulver of the Yellowstown Park Transportation Company guiding the program. It will include protective foreign color views.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yellowstone National Park
Indianapolis
Wome
Caleb Malls Ball
CG Eulver
Yellowstown Park
Parific
Te Jatirest
Baseball's Evolution and Historic Umpire Nick Young
A fragmented reminiscence on early baseball rules and the shift from amateur to professional play, hinting at Pitcher strategy, foul rules, and historical figures. It recalls Jimmy Manning's notes on the Knickerbockers, Civil War impacts, and umpire Nick Young’s famed fairness during a key Boston victory.
Remarkable Bout Rumors Spark Boxing Rule Debate
A garbled report outlines a boxing rivalry between Ti Corbett and Hob Pizeinimons, touching on supposed rules about clinching, holding, and knockdowns. The piece notes confusion over permitted actions and hints at a night of misinterpretation and contested decisions framed by Marquis of Queensberry ideals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Slor
Jim Ap
Cara
Nev
Ti Corbett
Hob Pizeinimons
Carholt
Muir
Atlee
Hugh
Marquis of
Queensberry
Decorative Stained Glass Insertion Project Mentioned
Fragmentary notes describe a decorative stained glass insertion with colored pieces and an English lens style. The text references usefulness and beauty, possibly tied to a craftsman or designer, but specifics are unclear.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ethel Roosevelt
Hornt
Mae
Local Bowlers Seek Delegates to Louisville Congress
Ambitious Indianapolis bowlers push for national bowling congress seats in Louisville. Local clubs and teams, led by Marton club rollers, rally behind Indiana Bowling Association unity as delegates are chosen based on team counts. Robert Urydon, secretary and American Bowling Congress executive board member, travels next week to arrange tournament logistics and local accommodations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louisville
Indianapolis
Marton Club
Lowryville
Indianapally Bowling Association
Robert Urydon
American Bowling Congress
Asvlxt
Pitcher Mattern Signs With Indianapolis Team
Pitcher Matters signs with Indianapolis after a summer in the minors and a trial with Manager Watkins. His contract was received by the club as he heads to spring training for further schooling and evaluation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mattern
Matters
Theers
Watkins
Indianapolis Fraut
Mullane's Joking Sidelands Landlord Clash
Noted pitcher Tony Mullane once famed for humor clashed with a Wisconsin hotel owner after a rain delay forced a daylong stay. Mullane teased the whiskered innkeeper while patrons ate roast beef, angering the host who ordered the party to leave town for Milwaukee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tony
Tony Mullane
Mullano
Dillwauket
Reserve Baseball Team Reinshardt Leads Strong 1906 Squad
Tallen opolis Reserves organization complete for 1906 with Reinhardt at the helm and Leon Mazne as secretary. Many signed, aims for stronger booking of summer games and a Sunday schedule. Brigham Brighon field hosts opening May 1 as a robust Midwest semi professional collective eyeing a successful season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tallenopolis
Andy
Reinehardt
Hugy
Leon Mazne
Reinhardt
Meserves
Middle West
Hok
Pitrher
Indranapolis
Springfield
Quelaar
Pirher
Calender
al Whitridge
UNL
Moat
Indianapolis Hoya
Brigh
Jon Hrach
Shortridge Beats Crawfordsville In Last Seconds
Shortridge high school basketball edged Crawfordsville 7 to 6 in a near crowding gym contest. DeWees scored the deciding goal in the final 31 seconds as Northside’s DeTeese starred, and Crawfordsville’s state bid was derailed by the loss.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shortriter High
Crawfordsville High Scheed
Capt de Weees
Crawfordsville
Th Visttare
Shortridge
de Teese
Central Polo League game in Fort Wayne ends with Lafayette loss
In a tight Central Polo League clash at Fort Wayne, Lafayette suffered a setback as the hosts pulled away late. The readable fragments indicate a decisive finish, with Lafayette yielding ground to Fort Wayne in the final periods.
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Prisco
Georgi Odom
Shme
Lavy
San Mateo
James
Freekmann
Jamaica
Iteaf Ben A. Chilson
T. 'R Cromwell
Billy Nolan
Joe Gary
Nola Gans
Nolwyn
Hit
Arthur Redfern
Fing
James R. Krene
Tp UT
Amherst
Guns Ruhik
Heavies
Fred Marks
Ceremany
Tom Jenkins
Pred Deel
Marks
Mackenschmidt
Dan McLeod
Seatch Wrantler
Belralch
Kansas City
George Teheau
Lauisviin
Denver
Rameses
al Hereford
Boby
Sorkmimmisreah
Cullom
Heyburn
Fighters
Mecca
Carrierns
FT. Wayne
O'Brien
Tom Sharkey
Lowis Becker
the Sun
Bioun City
Peb
Lowly Becker
Hocker 4
Winston
Massachusetts
Hoonser Fish Co
Virginfeare
Delaxarn Cathrow
HS M. Dela
Pulace
Hanlon
Polo
Fannine Dee
Jimmy Manning
Lumoans
Topsy
Knickerbockers
New York City
Prcce
Snot
Red Brookings
Nick Young
Boston
Hil
Henn Catera
Basten
Charley Gouldamatea
Elde
Nick
Sayy
Mullane
Cent Mullane
Pony Watt
Rermuras
Mullan
St. Panl Tea
Nagit
Sc Pag
St. Pat
Milwaukes
Waaid Yankee
Jack Glassete
Puritania Stottemen
Retahanie’e
Ea [Tnustantie
Universigally
Preacrys
Rateher
Hatnees
Catehera
Grim
Dooley
Maseing
Larh
Rodger
Bol” Roder
Fet
Patt
Brien
Buck" Peterson
Jimmie
Wolf
Chr
Shelbyville
O “Ganky
Miks
Pratt
Central Polo League
Fort Way
Lafayetta, Atenee
Port Wayne
Kokomo
Danvitis
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