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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 13, 1905
Page
7
The text highlights a champion’s feats with a 3 yard bath and a 60 yard bath race, noting a 33215 and 22715 marks during February and March. It places Mary de Mosaic among the world’s leading swimmers in the front rank.
Frenzied fans packed the auditorium as the Indians and Lafayette battled in a double overtime classic. Devlin and Gavitt starred on defense and offense, with Warner scoring the decisive third goal in the extra period amid a boisterous crowd.
Special to The Run outlines Willie Keeler, captain of the New York Americans, stressing sound batting as the first requisite for hitters. He urges hitting away from fielders, valuing the bunt, and keeping the temperate, steady approach to maintain judgment at the plate. Keeler insists on hitting to the right places, avoiding flashy hacks, and condemns schoolboy throwing of the bat to the pitcher as a poor habit.
Logansport shocked Fort Wayne with a 4 to 3 loss after Danville’s Campbell starred and Whiting miscued an own goal. Muncie halted a skid by edging Anderson 8 to 5 as Muiucle delivered three in and out goals.
In Lincoln Nebraska a noted pugilist known as a world champion ignored a family member amid a tense public scene. The encounter unfolded Wednesday night with the crowd watching as old grievances surfaced and an angry exchange nearly escalated into a clash.
In a frank reminiscence, Midity Bishop, Reisentient of mn PUSAY stiversetil TMMGrs, discusses a Denver boxing scene with no show on hand. He recalls hiring prelims, considering a colored contender for a televised bout, and the tense planning around a fight involving Young Umbett and Young Peter Jackson.
Special to the Run. New York reports George Smith known as Pittsburg Phil is dying in Asheville after a dramatic decline. Once a famed sports bettor, he faces internal struggle and delirium as memories of phantom fortunes fade. Friends recall his reckless past and now fear for his health.
Fragmented athletic notes mention Tomy Stourd with Prov tuckets opening a university boys team at Tuscelvosi and Pat Powers replacing an umpire. References to Proctor the Canadian reinsman, Dronkbant Thine H. 209 percent, and Newmarket Ontario figures hint at racing and boxing links. Mentions of stallion Rearchlignt sold to Kentucky, and various managers, players, and potential Chicago spring matchups appear in a garbled collage of early 20th century sport chatter.
The Monsters backstopff appoints Playerhill club manager for next season with Frankie Ticker and Johnny Thompson leading coaching efforts. The piece outlines training plans, roster notes, and strategic aims as teams prepare for the season. It also includes a descriptive billiards shot guide titled Gathering Shot.
The Badger boys' club team reorganizes after winning the state amateur championship. They seek out-of-town games and may tie a game on Saturday the 14th with either the Weigels or YMOT. Team roster includes Lark Feber Ramsey Poolt Myers, with WI McKeon as manager at Bobbs-Merrill Bookseller in town.
The administrator of Hoge Crockett of Richmond has secured 33000 from the estate of T. S. Sayers under a new Virginia law allowing heirs to pursue damages from a slayer. Sayers killed Crockett and then disappeared, leaving a lengthy legal aftermath in a case that highlights the new liability provisions.
Chicago December 13 reporters describe a proposed boxing bill aimed at standardizing glove contests and removing promoter control. Backers of the plan seek state regulation with rounds at five ounces or more, mandatory physicians, and safeguards to exclude heavyweights, hoping quick passage to prevent illicit bouts and preserve the sport.
Bobton Jan 1 For a pink that has won prizes at shows in various states, F F Pierson of Milwaukee pays W B Arnolds of Rockland forist 3200. Pierson will cultivate the pink on his Hudson estate and compare it to the famous rink bought by Thomas W Lawaun for 5000 earlier.
A fragmented piece depicts wrestlers facing extreme strain and endurance during bouts. It links wrestling to suffering and fatigue, noting the intense effort to recover and the toll on competitors as they strive to endure and persevere.
Nashville dispatch reports Ed Geers veteran trainer and driver traveling from Memphis to visit friends in Nashville. He hints at purchasing a farm and retiring from trotting to live quietly among old friends, planning to stay several days.
Western League standings show Lafayette at 28.50 and Danville near top. Central League results list Lafayette 4 over Indianapolis 3 with Terre Haute and Loganport also scoring. Friday night matchups include Indianapolis at Ft Wayne and Marion visiting Anderson.
Grainy notes list upcoming Grand Circuit dates and breeding events across multiple states and venues. Mentions May and September activities, rail travel routes, and Lexington Breeders’ events with scattered details and unnamed participants.
The report notes a potential July bout between Yanger and Attell in New Orleans with show details and names touched on minorly. Arteth and Myers appear among the participants, while gymnasia and trainers are listed in the event outline.
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