Indiana Boy McCarthy to Pitch for Indian Next Summer
Tommy McCarthy, Indiana born pitcher, will join the Indian club next season after Hartford trade dealings with Cincinnati and Boston Nationals. Return from St Louis confirms the deal moving Outfielder Davidson and Pitcher O'Brien to Hartford. McCarthy posted a 10-1 record at Hartford last year and is described as a right-hander with speed and a sharp curve.
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Glidden Tour Startup Hopes Center in Indianapolis
H O Smith of Premier, back from the Chicago auto show, urges boosting Indianapolis as the Glidden tour start. The tour’s route isn’t fixed yet but starts June 1 with Cincinnati also bidding. Indianapolis’ auto prominence and the speedway strengthen its case.
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Ross to Meet Langford in Pittsburg Bout
Sam Langford, recently defeated in Los Angeles by Flynn, will fight in Pittsburg where police once blocked a Langford match. The National Sporting Club selects Tony Ross as the credible opponent among five cleared by authorities: Johnson, Jeffries, Ketchel, and Papke. The Ross Langford bout is wired and a forfeit posted.
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Shortridge Basketball Reds Beat Whites and Grays Top Blues
In Shortridge Basketball league last night, the Reds defeated the Whites by a wide margin while the Grays defeated the Blues. No further details on venues or scorers were provided.
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Women to wrestle 10 a decision in Indianapolis debut
In Indianapolis the Empire theater hosts the first two women to dispute a finish match. Coral Livingston, world champion, faces Bessie Hastings, local athletic standout. A $35 forfeit awaits Livingston if she is thrown, plus a side bet with Hastings’ brother. Referees may be Charles Olson or Leo Pardello who arrived from Martinsville seeking a heavyweight bout.
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Sunday Ball in Spite of Courts Shapes 1999 Schedule
Sunday games will be played at Washington Park next summer as advised for the Indianapolis club despite a lower court ruling that Sunday baseball is unconstitutional The club plans to transfer games if needed but cannot move to Kansas City St Paul or Minneapolis The 1999 schedule aims to be better with Heine Peitz taking the Colonels to West Baden for training around March 1 for about ten days to two weeks A squad of about 17 will be formed President Watkins handles finances rail contracts advertising space and a more attractive score card Intelligent scoring and official scorers are emphasized
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Postoffice Team Beats Blocks in Business Bowling League
The Postoffice five defeated the Blocks three games to none, with Laycocks and Y M C A suffering losses. Laycocks posted a high 790, led by Jimmie Hurt of the Y M C A with 189.
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Brandom Signs With Pittsburg Team For Season
Chester M. Brandom signed the contract binding him to pitch for the Pittsburg team this season despite disappointment with the figures named in the deal. The document was received yesterday.
Flatfootedness in boxing seen as modern institution
Chicago writer quotes Harry Gilmore on boxing styles from old to modern times. He notes the old toe fighting with spikes, the shift to flatfooted guard, and differences in clinching under London rules. He recalls Jem Mace, Griffo, Foley and Killen, and says today’s fighters are more civilized but still influenced by English style.
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Mace
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Foley
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Pat Killen
Jim Ferguson
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Dick Bittle
Detroit
Imbroglio Over Local Boxing Figures Draws Letters
A contentious letter from Joe Patterson joins a debate about Joe Foppiano and Tommie Miller in the local boxing scene. The Sporting Editor recalls past bouts, including a disputed Mozart hell fight and a rumored Johnson the Swede incident, inviting readers to write memory pieces on amateur bouts vs traveling champions.
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Jack McAuliffe
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Arrests Follow Verdict of Coroner's Jury
Chicago Feb 11 All participants in last Tuesday boxing exhibition at Harry Gilmore's boxing academy were arrested after the coroner's jury verdict urging criminal prosecution. Joseph McCarthy, Witkowski's opponent, held for grand jury on manslaughter charge. McCarthy jailed without bail while others posted $500 bonds.
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Franklin College Stumbled Against Indianapolis Skulls
Franklin Indiana suffered an 8 to 10 defeat at home as the Franklin college basketball team struggled last night against the Indianapolis Skulls. The locals showed weak offense and defense in the loss.
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Rose Polo team stuns Kentucky in 52 11 win
Terre Haute Indiana February 11 Rose Polo's squad controlled the game and defeated the Kentucky state basketball team by an unassisted 52 to 11 margin. The Engineers dominant defense limited scoring and produced a lopsided victory.
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Robinson Beats West in Ten Round Fight in Atlanta
New York boxers Jack Robinson and Billy West met at the Monroe Athletic club in Atlanta. Robinson earned the decision in a ten round bout claimed last night.
Heppe Defeats Morningstar In Billiards Duel
In Cleveland on February 11 Willie Heppe beat Ora Morningstar twice at 18.2 baseline billiards. The first game ended 300 to 9 and the second 4 to 306 with Heppe making two 13‑ball runs and several good runs.
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Reardon Defeats Corbett in Broadway Club Showdown
In Philadelphia at the Broadway Athletic Club last night Jack Reardon defeated Italian champion Fred Corbett in a fast wind-up fight. The bout drew interest as a sharp contrast of styles amid brisk winds.
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Fred Corbett
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One-Day Cold Cure Sealed by GROVE Signature
Advertisement touts Bromo Quinine Laxative claiming rapid cold cure using a GROVE signature. Markets the product as a worldwide remedy and highlights FE W GROVE association.
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FE. W. Grove
Bates Barber Shop Ad At 7 West Market Street
Local advert announces Bates Barber Shop offering premium grooming services at 7 West Market Street. The notice suggests a first class experience for steady customers and new clients.
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Heavyweight Boxer Jim Walker Seeks Fights in Indianapolis
Battle Creek, Michigan heavyweight Jim Walker, now boxing as F. R. Maldon, seeks opponents anywhere for a suitable purse in Indianapolis. He stands 6 feet 1 inch and weighs 190 pounds and aims to meet Tommy Burns within two years, even if he must travel. He cites Burns’ San Diego and Ryan bouts as proof of his combat readiness.
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Camp's mantle may fall on Ted Coy
Walter Camp Yale athletic head may pass torch to Ted Coy now Yale captain last year Coy to become Yale baseball pitcher as part of a broader athletic future. Yale observers say Camp would entrust Coy with leadership if a succession becomes necessary, reflecting Coy's character brains and versatility.
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Shortstop and catcher key to teams says Clymer
Right Off the Bat reports Bill Clymer selecting shortstop and catcher as the two most important positions for a winning team. He notes a good catcher is highly desirable and would rather have defensive prowess than batting ability. The piece also surveys various baseball personnel moves and signings across clubs and leagues.
Rockford Trades Shortstop Richards to Wheeling
The Rockford club of the Wisconsin-Illinois league trades shortstop Richards to Wheeling. In exchange Rockford receives pitcher Jerger and catcher Metsinely, who were battery partners with East Liverpool last season.
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Boxers on Trial in Venice Prize Fight Indictment
Sandusky Ohio Feb 1 Matty Gerard of Cleveland and Henry Harter of Sandusky indicted for prize fighting near Venice last August entered pleas of not guilty yesterday.
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Kittredge Hired as Harvard Catcher Coach
Malach J. Kittredge, a former league catcher, is engaged to coach Harvard baseball team catchers. This marks the first time Harvard hires a professional coach specifically for catchers.
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Draw at Newark Newark O Feb ten round bout ends in draw
Rube Wenner of Newark and Rat Spencer of Milwaukee fought a ten round draw before a crowded house in Newark Ohio last night. Both boxers pressed the action throughout and earned a split verdict of the crowd with exchanges in every round.
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