Corbett’s Gossip on Britt and Ring Tactics
Britt faces sharp criticism over his ring methods amid recent debates about his fights with Battling Nelson. The column recalls past boxers and a notable Metropole Club referee anecdote in Providence, highlighting differing fighting styles and the public’s appetite for controversy.
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Corbett explains Britt fighting style and Nelson bout
In his leading article d d Corbett discusses Britt's hit and run tactics and why his style outshines the famed Nelson. The piece reflects on Britt's strategy, ring craft, and the crowd reaction, with anecdotes about Rube Ferns and a manager's misadventure in a hotel washroom.
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Central and Western League Standings and Scores
Friday night reports show Central League results with Indianapolis 5 Fort Wayne 2 Lafayette 9 37 at Terre Haute 3 Kokomo 1, Loganport 2. Western League games had Anderson 3 Marion 1 and Kokomo 1 at Marion while Terre Haute and others disputed. Saturday’s card lists Lafayette at Kokomo and Terre Haute at Indianapolis in the Central League, and Muncie at Richmond in the Western League.
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Terre Harte to Host Indians After Rink Thriller
Terre Haute shows a strong form as Terre Harte plans a Saturday night game against the Indians at the Auditorium. Friday's action saw Marion edged by Anderson 4 to 1, with cap Wiley scoring two goals after a full rink effort.
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Will Coach Kentucky Football Next Season
Jon M. Curtis G. Redden of Hoseville a University of Michigan graduate will coach the Kentucky university football squad for the 196 season. The athletic council sent an offer and a reply telegram was received accepting Wesday. Redden previously coached at the Indiana Medical College team in Indianapolis and had a fall season setback.
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Jewels and Weather Reflected in Fashion Taste
A whimsical description links jewel choices to weather moods. It notes wearers swap stones with seasons, favoring topazes and moonstones in heat, sapphires in cold, and pearls on sunny days while avoiding them in gloom. opals suit rain for brighter days ahead.
Undefeated Skater Phi Kearney Dominates New York Rinks
Phi Kearney of the New York Athletic Club, a premier amateur skater, continues his winning streak in winter races. He clocked a 26 04 mile in New York and Brooklyn venues, maintaining the unbeaten record this season amid strong competition.
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Fort Wayne Poles Sharp in Victory Over Indianapolis
In Fort Wayne Indiana January 14 the Fort Wayne team defeated Indianapolis in a pole special. Indiana started scoring with Higgins and Fort Wayne answered with two goals to take the lead. Through the second and third periods Fort Wayne outscored Indianapolis two goals to one each period while Fort Wayne’s Whipple and Houghton led the scoring. O’Hara and Pierce contributed strong defense for Indianapolis but the Fort Wayne attack proved decisive. Referee Dix officiated.
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Shortridge and Manual Training Face Short Rosters
Basketball games will be played with key players absent from both Shortridge and Manual Training high schools. White and McKay from the M. H. S. team and Patton and McKinney from Shortridge will not participate, inviting expected victories for Butler and YMCA teams.
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Baseball Wars Loom at National Commission Meet
A wide draft dispute dominates the National Baseball Commission session in Kansas City as minor and major leagues clash over player drafts and compensation. Leaders from both sides push for concessions while public figures like Ray Johnson and Hermann indicate ongoing probes into alleged misconduct. Meanwhile, boxing headlines feature Corbett Nelson title clash plans in February and rumors about Sharkey and other contenders, with managers and owners signaling a busy winter of bids and tentative schedules.
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Prevent Pneumonia Cure Promises in Cold and Flu Era
Fragmentary medical remedy note notes Lazative Bromo Quinine and world war era cold and grip cure. Mentions Grove age 30 seeking structure of BW and fall season prevention.
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Bowling league results show mixed team performances Friday
In the Washington Bowling League Friday action, gains were uneven. Six weeks into the season, the 1.00 Was OL reached as Merion and Northside teams posted notable upsets while leaders faced tougher splits and lower scores than usual.
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Michigan Man Named Purdue Grid Coach After Resignation
A Michigan coach candidate and other names emerge as contenders to lead the Halas football squad following Olb Ver Curts resignation. Purdue is weighing applications from Dartmouth's Victor Place and Florida’s James Krupp as next steps are decided next week.
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Parker Quits Wrestling The Tatty Demon Retires
Harvey Parker announces retirement after a storied wrestling career. The Tatty Demon persona, once a dominant force, faced a challenging hurdle with a recent bout against Borhner where no fall was secured.
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Pirates Rally In Ninth To Edge Olf Crews Club
In a late season Pittsburgh game the Pirates scored in the ninth as Donevan doubled and Mekean’s throw misplayed then Teheena readied for home while Sheridan and others argued umpire calls. Postgame, Young Joss and Sheridan debated the umpiring amid the crowd’s frenzy as spectators speculated on the drama on the diamond.
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Sporting News Mixed Bag of Boxing Gigs and Hoofbeats
A chaotic feed lists boxing plans and horse racing notes with names like Urvar Dera, Bil Dineen, Jack Root, Marvin Hart, and McNickel. It mentions a Cat cosa benefit, spring bouts at Mount Clemens, 2:04 and 2:10 trotters, and remarks on Orville Woodrum and Sam Crane, with tension over race-starts and purses. Many figures appear with scattered stakes and dates, capturing a volatile 19th century sports scene.
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