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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 13, 1910
Page
6
Curtiss hails Paulhan the aviator for a 4600 foot altitude record set in California. He credits the French flyer’s daring skill and confidence, noting favorable conditions aided the achievement on American soil. J S Fanciulli, Curtiss' manager, also praises the American setting for the feat.
The Pasadena event at Huntington Park lists 10 a m bar flights with pilots from Los Angeles New York and Peoria led by George Essler Chf rd B Haramon nk J Kanne and Dick Ferris. An aviation camp mid afternoon hosts qualification flights featuring Farman Rhein and Curtiss machines with pilots Hamilton Willard Curtiss Beachey and Hillery.
In Los Angeles on January 13 a silver cup worth 500 dollars was presented to Paulhan by Mayor Grant Conard in the Alexandria hotel lobby. The event honored Paulhan and reflected national pride in aviation as Glenn Curtiss praised his exceptional flight and daring achievement.
January 13 report states Joy Miller, University of Michigan football captain-elect, has been missing since January 4 after leaving Detroit to answer charges over his enrollment status. His father James C. Miller says criticism and football injuries have worried him. he cannot locate his son.
San Francisco January 13 John D. L. Herget chairman of the police committee on the new Board of Supervisors will not grant a permit for the Jeffries Johnegan fight unless directed by a local man Tex Rickard cannot obtain concessions that should go to someone who has served the game locally He vows to act to keep control in the city.
Boston newspaper reports heavyweight champion Jack Johnson arrested at a local theater while in bed. Officers with a warrant sought him for three charges of automobile law violations including speeding without a license and operating an unregistered car. Complaints date to Johnson’s previous Boston visit last summer.
New York January 13 report outlines launch of the United States league with headquarters in Providence. Cities listed include Boston Brooklyn Philadelphia Baltimore Providence Patterson Newark and Trenton forming the new organization.
Pirates events listed for West Baden show gatherings at every game with team activities and fan engagement planned.
Pittsburg reports early spring plans for the Pirates with Flynn likely starting at first base and Addicicchio, Miller, Byrne and Wagner in the infield. Possible changes loom for Leach and Lefield as talks hint at roster moves while Camnitz and others likely regulars.
Tommy Leach has signed his 1910 contract with Pittsburgh after years of talks with Cincinnati. Leach, who previously drew attention as a possible Reds manager but failed to secure a release, played solid baseball for Pittsburgh last season.
In Memphis Tommy Devlin posts forfeit to fight Bat Nelson before his Philadelphia trip for a potential meeting with Frankie Mandel or Charley Grifin. Nelson arrived in Memphis to train for a clash with Eddie Lang on January 21.
Boston plans a spring training at Augusta Georgia starting March 14 with two weeks at camp. The Boston National League team schedules five spring exhibitions this season and will cut back on exhibition games.
Horace S. Fogel, president of the Philadelphia National League club, returned to Philadelphia after rumors of a New York meeting. Washington officials later confirmed he had been at the White House where he met Mr and Mrs Charles P Taft of Cincinnati.
Stanley Ketchel has telegraphed promoter Hugh McIntosh that he is willing to meet Tommy Burns in Australia. The bout is expected in Sydney around Easter, with Bob Fitzsimmons serving as Ketchel’s trainer.
Roy Thomas, Boston Nationals left fielder, has been unconditionally released. He will coach the Pennsylvania University baseball team next spring.
Carl Fisher James Allison and E A Morgis travel to New York to seek A A A sanctions for races to be held at the Indianapolis speedway on all holiday weekends this season.
William Dahlen, long known as a comic figure in baseball, becomes Dodgers manager. He pledges teamwork, responsibility for club work, and a serious shift from humor to business. He eyes Tim Jordan’s knee, a strong outfield with Burch and Wheat, a veteran catcher, a young catcher, and solid pitching. The team will train in Hot Springs to reach playing weight.
Technical expert discusses motor balancing for smooth riding. Odd cylinder engines balance as even, single cylinders lack opposing parts. Brush runabout uses a second balance wheel with gears to counteract crank and piston motion, adding few parts and cost.
Marmon Automatic plans to enter a Marmon stock racing car in Los Angeles races next month led by H. H. Rice. Ray Harroun of Chicago will travel to Indianapolis to tune the racer. The new Marmon torpedo touring car impresses at the New York show alongside the Vanderbilt car and its trophies. Mardi Gras race meet in New Orleans Feb 5 6 promises strong crowds with features including a stock chassis distance race for the Mabel McCane Trophy and other prize events sponsored by local groups.
Pittsburgh world champions plan two exhibition dates in Memphis on April 11 and 12 against the local Southern league team before heading to their spring training camp at Hot Springs.
Rose Poly defeated DeFauw 46 to 11 in a basketball game played last night in Terre Haute Indiana. Rose Poly dominated the scoreboard with a strong second-half surge and held DeFauw to limited scoring throughout the game.
Three signed contracts reached Manager Carer's office Thursday morning adding Catcher Lemon and Outfielders Spencer and Hayden to the roster. AU stated satisfaction with terms and commitment to help the club win. Lindaman's contract arrived yesterday, showing the club's liberal offers.
Tucker of the Shermans led the high scores in the Independent Bowling league last night with 242. Grimm, his teammate, was second with 236. The Deweys extended their lead by beating the Centrals five games to none. The Pastimes defeated Capitola four games to one. The Shermans and Manhattans split the series. the Pastimes claimed team honors with 963, while the leaders took second with 9% in their first attempt.
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