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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 11, 1905
Page
7
The column recounts anecdotes from boxing sparring partners and fighters linked to Jim Corbett. It mentions Jack Munroe refusing a job, sparring with Jeffries, Peter Maher’s championship talks, and stories of O'Donnell, McVey, Weir, Murphy, and Graney with vivid ring memories and trainer remarks.
The article chronicles Graney’s refereeing and prominence in early boxing, noting battles with Jeffries and Wills, decisions on Corbett and Britt, and his evolving standing after the Munroe Jeffries era. It highlights his influence as a master of ceremonies and the heated receptions to his rulings, with key bouts and figures named.
The article surveys athletic figures and events, noting Annie Latham could become a Pacific Coast League umpire while mentioning rivals such as Sharp and Bowerman. It references racing news, boxing cards in Milwaukee and Chicago, and owner-promotion chatter around major league prospects, with various players and promoters named.
Friday Night's scores show Kokomo 282 80, Kokomo, Danville 403, Lafayette 83 97, Anderson 3M 419, Marion 35 407, Terre Haute 50. Saturday games list Anderson at Indianapolis Fort Wayne at Kokomo Logansport at Marion Terre Haute at Danville with expectations of tense regional showdowns.
MT H and Wil prepare to meet Richmond High School in the gymnasium at the Training school. The M M A Rival and Acking teams will headline the curtain-raiser. Wabash beat Rose Polytechnic Institute at Crawfordsville Friday night in a fast, engaging game. YMCA basketball disbanded for the season and will reorganize next year after a notable factory season.
Anderson stars Wooltke and Gardner lead the visitors while Manager Cohen vows discipline to calm the ranks. Joris pushes Indianapolis into contention as Lafayette tops Logansport 6 to 4. In a Tigers triumph after a 4 0 first period deficit, Bycommere rallies for a 3 2 win as Marion falters.
The Hallroaders earned the victory in the final period with two goals by Lewis. Mentioned are Danville and Menan in a rough recap, with Dalya making a key save on the rush for the Suckers. a club owners meeting is set for Sunday to consider resignation of Secretary Hrovsan and to choose a successor.
Maurice Sayers and Charley Neary, both of Milwaukee, fought six rounds to a draw before the Badger Athletic club. Neary scored a second round knockdown, but Sayers dominated the balance. Young OLeary beat Tommy Herman in six rounds.
Chicago player Charles F. Conklin won the national amateur billiards championship at the Sun tourney in Chicago. He tied for first with W H Sigourney of San Francisco after the main event and defeated Sigourney 30% to claim the Brooklyn Eagle cup for next year. Conklin also earned a permanent professor title and a jewelry prize valued at zero for the winner, with Sigourney winning a $500 diamond ring as second prize.
In Baltimore on Feb 1 Kid Broad of Cleveland quit in the tenth round of his 15 round bout with Kid Sullivan of Woabington. Sullivan dominated from start to finish, punishing Broad with power punches throughout.
Special to The Sun from Suppalo New York Feb Frank Gotch, a burly heavyweight, stopped Sam Williams in what was billed as a five round try out. Williams could not continue after the fifth round.
Old champion John L Sullivan, famed as the greatest of his era, lies ailing in a St Louis hospital as friends and pugilism followers mourn in silence with hopes for his recovery. The piece bridges boxing gossip, alleged match-fixing rumors, and updates on promoters and events surrounding Sullivan and other fighters in the era.
The Sunday baseball bill dominates the legislative agenda as supporters argue for play rights while opponents warn of moral and financial costs. Gov. Hanly is seen as favoring limited Sunday games with restrictions, amid pressure from roadhouses and fan groups who demand summer ball activities continue.
A dated insurance advertisement touts a young man’s endowment plan offering $1000.00 coverage for 20 years, weekly indemnities for disability and accident, plus guaranteed paid-up insurance after two years. It urges premium payment and savings, with contact for F Fry at 30 In tona Trust Ride to compare best options.
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