Duffy Heads for Australia with British rivals in tow
Arthur F. Duffy, holder of a world record and famed sprinter, leaves for Australia with Fred Shrubb, British cross country champion, and other noted runners. The trip aims to test Duffy against new conditions as British marks in multiple distances are cited and comparisons to English records surface amid hopes Cybéliud adapts quickly.
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Alfred Shrubb
Wn Merion
Alan F Tauity
Australia
Shrebh
Schutt
Cybéliud
Foxy Ned Is At Sea With Brooklyn Club In Turmoil
Special to the Sun from Brooklyn reports a Brooklyn team in disarray as Ned Tanlon and several stars consider moves. Players like Jack Cromin Jimmy Sheckard Burchie Teele Frank Dillon and others are unhappy with salaries and city. They hint at leaving for preferred locations as management weighs future staff and lineups.
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Jack Cromin
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Jimmy Sheckird
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Teele
Mminmeer
Ana Dora
Frank Dillon
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Rose ineligible for all time by university athletics board
Ann Arbor Mich Jan 12 Ralph Rogr champion shot nut athlete declared ineligible for all time by the Rooptkal Control of Athletica of the University of Michikan Rose. He had competed under the colors of the Chicago Athlete association in a New York City meet. Permission to participate in New York had been granted by the Ann Arbor Board of Control.
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Jake Stahl Named Baseball Manager for Washingtons
Jake Stahl, former Illinois star, becomes the Washington baseball club’s manager after a standout season as a first baseman. President Johnson recommended him, praising his leadership and college background, with Stahl’s appointment aimed at rebuilding a competitive lineup. Washington will train in the South and play exhibition games before the season, aiming to contend with top teams.
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Comiskey
P. J. Donovan
Selene
Cassidy
Levues
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Hopper Second-Rater Chicago Bowling Discussion
George Sutton, famed as an aimless billiard expert, shares candid views on players Schaefer Vignaux Cure Fourneau and Dayn Know. He notes Sutton can beat Vignaux at any game beyond five points, discusses nerve and discipline from French academies, and explains how fatigue and inconsistent form affect peak performance.
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Sailor Sharkey Seeks Ring Match With Corbett
Tom Sharkey, long retired from battles with Jack Munroe, calls for a title tilt with James J. Corbett. Backer James Buckley supports a Sharkey challenge and Sharkey vows sharp training to prove he can still compete against top heavies. He states Corbett should sign if willing, then he will train immediately and aims to prove his worth against the former champion.
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Balls Roll Well In Independenc Bowline League
In Wednesday league play the Deweye set a season record with six wins as the top performer of the night. The Oregons and other teams battled, with the Rinky Dinks shutting out the Orientats and the Royals defeating the Invaders. Final scores included Alenzars five Relinnes three and Devera five Oregons six Dinke four.
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Dewny Roller
Oregons
Aleagrs
Relianceeama
Orientats
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Relinnes
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Dinke
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Fair Brings Death in New York Swimmer Tragedy
Jan 12 report details deaths of George Van Cleat and other New York swimmers from typhoid linked to a pool at the St Louis world’s fair. Contagion followed from contaminated water in the Olympic aquatic exhibit area, amid claims of dirty pool edges and unclean venue conditions.
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Clive Bratton
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Giants to Wrestle Jenkins in Home Town Showdown
Special to the News notes promoter Gotch offered a $5,000 purse with Keddie McBride as referee for a bout against Jenkins. Gotch has not yet accepted and Poamay may accept to wrestle in his hometown. The announcement hints at a binding plan despite some internal doubts.
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Keddie McBride
Sumit
Poamay
Tnid
Towootlna
Guech
How They Stand Central and Western Leagues
Central League standings show Marton Lafayette Portland Wayne and Anderson among top teams with Moran and Luganap at 1828 oil. Western League notes Fort Wayne Terre Haute and Lafayette heavy as the week’s results flow into Thursday and Wednesday night scores and upcoming games.
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Munete
Pagwille
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Go Anderson
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P' Ia Tay
T. Haute
Contr! Joagne
Fort Wayne
Danvile
Terre Haute
Logamsport
Lafayette
Indianapolis
Anderson
Muncie
Blaze at New Albany atrovent the Median Mock
In New Albany Indiana a fire spread through several stock rooms and sheds damaging merchandise. The blaze disrupted operations at local shops and prompted emergency crews to respond quickly to control the flames and assess losses. No injuries were reported, but the vendors face substantial material damage and costs to reopen.
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Genda
Abe Fedden
Dry
Tess
Lafayette Clash Sparks Record Indoor Hockey Night
A Thursday clash at Lafayette between Lafayette and Ft Wayne produced a record setting 2 to 14 score, with Sutton making 49 saves as Kokomo shut out Loganport 6 to 0. Gavitt and Warner starred, McGrath left with a broken nose yet stayed in, while Willan Tobin, ex Muncie and St Wayne, is now at Swanne asylum in Providence.
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FL Wayne
Sutton
Gavitt
Ad Warner
Harden
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Warner
Willan H. Tobin
Muncie
St. Wayne
Swanne Asylum
Providence
Oratorical Effort Noted In Milwaukee Speech
A garbled Milwaukee report cites Joe Pantin praising a student speaker at season’s end and referencing a notable performance. The fragmentary text mentions team play, management, and supervision but lacks clear details.
Sporting Of All Sorts In August Intercity Matinees Favored
The Gentlemen's Driving club of Cleveland backs early August matinees this year. The Philadelphia fight between Buddy Ryan and Fred Douglas ended before the fifth round when Douglas threw a fiery bottle, injuring Hem. Milwaukee writer Tom Andrews, beaten by George Lawler last Thursday, is improving but bedbound for weeks. Various notes cover horse racing, boxing, and club plans, including plans for Ormond Daytona meet preparations and Overton Breck's administration steps.
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Gentlemen's Driving Club
Cleveland
Buddy Ryan
Fred Douglas
Philadelphia
Douglas
Tom Andrews
Milwaukee
George Lawler
Young Corbett to Box Battling Nelson Next February
Scripps-McRae press report from San Francisco notes Morris Levy of Haven Valley Athletic Club announced a return bout between Young Corbett and Battling Nelson. The planned match would be for a 19 pound weight and slated for February under Levy’s organization, matching their prior weight and setting. Special to The Run. Verdant, Ind. Jan 12 reports Avon Ivana Stover lost an arm after a corn shredder incident nearby.
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Young Corbett
Battling Nelson
Morris Levy
Haven Valley Athletic Club
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Bervia
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Ivana Stover
Blackburn to Meet Joe Grim in Philadelphia Bout
Special to the Sun reports Blackburn, once of Indianapolis, set to face Joe Grim in Philadelphia at Broadway A on Thursday night. Grim seeks a stunning victory to prove his greatness, with Blackburn promising to push hard and seek a return date if possible after recent training.
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Yale and Harvard clash across sports in intense rivalry
Cambridge reports Yale still dominates Crimson across football baseball track rowing and more. Coach Reid demands absolute control of the football program with expenses covered and a substitute tutoring his son. Harvard must meet his terms for two years or longer. Captains Hurley and Keil loom, while Keelur and Cheshra target positions for the next season as February reports begin the prep period.
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Athletic Association
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Jack Cheshra
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Quoted Baseball Tales and Misquoted Catches
Fragments recount colorful baseball anecdotes from players like Koelep and Mayes, describing remarkable catches, near misses, and lively crowd reactions. The reminiscences include a running exchange about why a pitch was ruled a strike and a playful banter among umpires and managers.
Hermann Not Withdrawing From Commission Amid Schedule Talks
Special to the SLM Cincinnati report notes Hermann will not resign from the baseball commission as discussions continue over post season plans. National board and President Powers press for reconsideration while council members discuss drafting schedules and arranging potential seven game championship series.
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Cincinnati
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Ford
Anid
Sferrmann
National Board
Heremano
Bao Jolnsen
Illustrated Billiards Shot Guide by Girike
Girike demonstrates a cue ball follow stroke from the top and opposite rail to strike the red Galone quarter with two cushions. The technique aims to bring the balls together if played gently and with control.
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