Brush May Appeal 10 Gwil Courts
Indianapolis man John T Brush, president of the New York Baseball Club, faces a national commission ruling on a $1,000 fine after the Giants refused to complete games in New Orleans last March. The commission demands payment within a week, warning of harsh measures if not met by January 15, with the possibility of court action or cancellation of spring exhibition games.
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Coulon Defeats Murphy To Take Bantam Crown In Ten Rounds
Johnny Coulon of Chicago defeated Kid Murphy of Philadelphia in ten fast rounds before 3000 spectators at the West pavilion Peoria Illinois to win the bantamweight world title. Coulon proved faster and more clever while Murphy failed to land effective punches.
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Famed Heavyweight Seeks Rematch After Tonopah Loss
Prominent boxer Herman Gans, after defeat at Tonopah, secures a future bout. He trains with his brother in the business ranks and travels to Gaston for the next steps. Potential opponents include Young Doeiehue or Tommy Quill as arrangements finalize.
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Hoppe Wins Easy Billiards Match in Philadelphia
Villa Hoppe of Chicago defeated A. Cutler of Boston in a 18.2 billiards match. Hoppe scored 100 points to Cutler's 38 this afternoon and 400 to 46 last night, winning the overall $500 match. Cutler totaled 10 points. Hoppe’s run was 159.
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K. F. M. League Narrow Scores and Standings
In a hard fought Wednesday night game the series split 2 to 1. The Crows Owls and Eagles lost to the Buzzards Ravens and to the uimens. Dalton made the high score of 207 and Griffin 203 for the Eagles.
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Elias Native Herbs Ad Promotes Laxative Cure
Local advertisement seeks Elias Native Herbs at 255 West Wash Street offering a laxative product branded as a cure for grip using bromide quinine. It urges requesting the full name and signature of E. W Grove to verify genuineness and price is listed at 25 cents.
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Wilhite Defeats McClevey in Billiard Match
Wilhite outplayed McClevey 149 to 106 at the Board of Trade billiard parlors on Wednesday night. Sands and Buchanan are set to meet Thursday night in the follow-up.
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Principals in Athletic Middle Dispute Over Olympic Manager
The Irish American A. C. protest against manager M. F. Walpin for the Olympic team in London. Martin Sheridan and George Bonhag of the club spearhead the dispute claiming Walpin was boorish at Athens. Halpin is named to lead the team.
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Halpin Charges Ewry With Unsanctioned Meet Exposures
New York report says Matthew Halpin, to manage the American Olympic team in London, charged Ray Ewry with participating in unsanctioned athletic meetings. Ewry denied wrongdoing, admitting exhibitions but claiming no sanctioned status or prizes. committee withheld decision.
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Polo League's Fate in Balange Polo League's Fate
A meeting of magnates at the Imperial hotel discussed launching a new polo league. Attendees included Harry Cohen Indianapolis William Foot Paris IL John Page Marion A H Ward New Castile CC AL Wortham Danville TH. Indianapolis aims for Tuesday and Saturday dates with Frank Lowry to head referees. season to open next week if organized.
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Winners Selections From Fair Grounds Track
In the first race no selection was made. The second race features Sweetner Stone Man and Polar Star. The third race lists Bitter Sir Alsatian and Third Rail. The fourth race names Ace High Beau Brummel and Tivolini. The fifth race offers Comedienne Es Cutcheon and Handzarra. The sixth race includes Delphie Tern's Rod and Prince of Press. The three best bets are Bitter Sir straight third race Comedienne straight fifth race and Delphie straight sixth race.
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Bush tops independent league bowling with 235
Bush of the Deweys posted the high score of 235 in Wednesday night bowling in the Independent league. Rose of the Federals shot 233 and Wagner of the Deweys earned 223. Centrals and Manhattans fell to the Anonyms and Federals, while the Deweys beat the Shermens four games.
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Clash of Strong Teams Title
The Athletics and Marion Club basketball teams will meet at the M C A gymnasium Thursday night for the city championship contest.
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Unnamed fighters clash in 20 minute bareknuckle bout
In Philadelphia two boxers under Billy McCarney fought 20 minutes with no referee and no official decision. Russell and Fitzgerald exchanged blows after a theater encounter and a pool room brawl. Both men, each with injuries, left with Fitzgerald signaling severing ties with McCarney's stable.
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Body of George Dixon Arrives for Boston Funeral
The body of George Dixon the ex featherweight champion arrived in Boston from New York and rests at his brother’s West End home. About 300 local sporting men greeted the cot at the train and followed the hearse to the house for the funeral and burial to be held this afternoon.
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Ketchell Seeks Fight With Papke or Kelly on Washington’s Birthday
San Francisco dispatch says photographer O’Connor, Ketchell’s manager, received a telegram from the middleweight fighter asking about arranging a Ketchell Papke or Ketchell Kelly bout on Washington’s Birthday. The message signals Ketchell’s interest in a high profile match. A potential clash would involve Papke or Kelly, with exposure and title implications likely at stake.
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College Man Track Meets Open Indoor Season
The Y M C A indoor meet in March gives college track men their first season chance. Leroy Keach captains a strong Notre Dame squad with Cripe Schmidt Morarity Duffy Roth Scales and other stars under coach Mar. Purdue Indiana and Notre Dame baseball squads prepare for indoor training as Notre Dame leads hopeful spring action. Butler faces Terre Haute and Rose Poly then State Normal in two road games while Culver invites Shortridge to an outdoor meet. local schools focus on the state field meet.
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Fox Signs Players In Western League Move
Minneapolis report says Billy Fox, former Hoosier captain, now manager of Lincoln club, has signed Archie Hill, Minneapolis semi professional short stop, and will continue to play second base. Fox is busy compiling records and contacting the 199% team for a return this year.
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AA Aides Planned New York to Paris Race via Alaska
The American Automobile Association executive committee pledged support for a proposed motor race from New York to Paris by way of Alaska Bering Strait and Siberia. The event is to be run under Le Martin of Paris and the Times of New York.
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Packy Marland favored in upcoming boxing match
New York report says Packy Marland is a favorite to beat Sam Murphy in Boston at the New Armory. Bets favor Marland but many back the Harlem challenger, known for grit and hard fighting, as Moran and Baker potential future bouts are floated.
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Moran Allegations of Scales Rigging in Frisco Bout
Rumors spread among San Francisco editors that Owen Moran’s New Year fight may have involved tampered scales at Mission Street arena. The tale claimed Moran was under the 120 pound limit and unjustly forfeited his 250 stake due to alleged weight manipulation.
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ST LOUIS BROWNS START TRAINING AT FRENCH LICK
The St. Louis Browns, an American League team, begin early training at French Lick Indiana on February 2 with players Powell Petty Diners Hipwell Spencer Ferris Williams Stone and OCoaner who will return to prepare for Shreveport trip. The Cardinals head to Houston for three week camp starting March 3 with games against the Washington team at Galveston.
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DoLan Signs With Macon Club In South Atlantic Loop
Springfield reports that Jack DoLan, local pitcher, has signed a contract to pitch for the Macon Georgia club of the South Atlantic league for the upcoming season.
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Off to California Mel Graw Takes Vacation
Manager Mel Graw has fled to southern California for a brief vacation in the balmy climes, leaving New York temporarily.
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Prindle Takes Falls in Wrestling Night at Empire Theater
Frank Pringle defeated Chris Mosgellar with a fall on Wednesday at the Empire theater. The German competitor also claimed a fall against the local man, Prindle, in the same event.
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Boxers End Draw In Local Card At Wayne A. C.
In Philadelphia on January 9 Jim Tren with and Johnny Dougherty boxed to a draw at the Wayne A. C. last night, with honors even in a brief windup.
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Grant B Clay M D Den Test Ad
COMPEER CIGAR Best on earth Sold everywhere Grant B Clay M D 14 years with New York Dental company now located 108 N Delaware opposite Torelingon hall ad
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Zimmerman Rumors Stir for Cubs Infielder in Indianapolis
President Murphy eyes Zimmerman as potential second baseman for Indianapolis next season amid talks of trades and Watkins travel. Attack on the market suggests Williams Lindsay Brookins and other youngsters compete for the job, with Zimmerman developing in faster company before a major league move.
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Indiana Clothier Heads New York Nationals Rivalry
An Indianapolis clothing merchant, a diversionary figure, is rumored as president of the New York Nationals. A $1 0009 fine hits minor, but a $29 million penalty stings the same. The piece mocks sports talk and notes boxing scenes, managers, and lingering quarrels among boxing and baseball figures.
Best of People at Ye Ark on 15 E Chiost Elmer Long
An event titled Best of People at Ye Ark located at 15 E Chiost featuring Elmer Long as a highlighted participant. Attendees are invited to enjoy a showcase of local talents and community figures.
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