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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1900
Page
8
The piece discusses meat growing and cycling as national issues, praising a league and its leaders as chief consuls and a national committee. It notes congressional influence, state divisions, and the potential for a large highway improvement bill advancing cycling sports and trade pending appropriation.
Friday night bowling saw Oneidas convert several spares with O Connor Brown and Eyles delivering key patterns. Apollos lagged early but steadied in the final game as Mika Gamer played all frames. Hopkins was absent for the Oneidas marking a first this season and Resner and Capt Hansen led late finishes for Apollos. The Turner lanes will be upgraded next week with cushions moved closer to pins and curved gutters to speed play.
Last Monday the League of American Wheelmen officially requested Congress to appropriate 5 million dollars for public highway improvements. The bill was presented through Senator Penrose and Representative Graham of Pennsylvania and will be considered in due course.
The article explains how famous boxers use ring aliases instead of real names. It lists examples such as Charles McCoy as Wormen Selby, Tommy Ryan as Joseph Youngs, Steve O Donnell as a name unknown until fighting, and other fighters with nicknames and true identities. It notes aliases for Billy Rivers, Spike Sullivan, Harlem coffee cooler for Craig, Young Corbett for George Green, Mysterious Billy Smith, Kid McPartland, Fahy for Johnny Clark, Albert Griffiths for Young Griffo, Joseph Hayden for Philadelphia Jack O Brien, Charlie Burns, Ice for Young Pluto, and Cornelius Morarity for Brown Jack Daly.
In New York on January ballot, Broad defeats Bernstein clearing path to a potential matchup with McGovern. The race pivots on momentum and upcoming primary dynamics as observers eye the next confrontations.
The bout stayed near the limit of rounds with FPread dictating the early pace while Bernstein showed fight late. Broad emerged the aggressor from the tenth round and claimed the decision as the gong rang ending the twenty fifth round, earning a title shot against McGovern.
Indianapolis fighter Jack Cullen beat Exidie Kennedy in Peoria in the tenth round. Jim Welsh from Peoria defeated a Montana opponent in an eight round bout. Dan Creedon vs Tommy West is off due to Creedon illness. Charley Goff vs Geo Byers is set for next month. A 1000 forfeit posted by Jim Wakely to spur a McCoy world heavyweight match. Tim Callahan defeated McGovern then drew and seeks rematch. San Francisco club offers Jack Root vs Tommy West in 20 rounds. Eddie Santry may defeat Terry McGovern in six rounds Feb 1. Chicago clubs feud over dates. Mayor may intervene as six-round limit fuels boxing turmoil. Tommy White delays retirement due to North End club purse. bout with Art Sims slated for Feb 12.
A Friday evening blaze of unknown origin damaged M. Ready’s stable at 1018 Central Ave by $150 and spread to J. R. Irving’s barn at 1022 Central Ave causing about $100 in damage.
The new postal guide lists Indiana with 2199 offices, down from 2212 last year, a decrease attributed to the expansion of free rural delivery which has eliminated several offices.
Jesse Baker was struck by a Big Four passenger train near West Street at about 6 p.m. Friday. He was taken to City Hospital and was unconscious for a time, but physicians expected to operate soon.
A fragment shows Chas. T. Whitsett and Anderts Boln in Meridlan with a phone entry. The text hints at contact details or directory listing components from a local phone directory.
The case of Lulu Klein stalls with attorney Charles Benedict stating no action will occur until February. Klein seeks release on grounds the trial hasn't started within the legal window after the plea. Charges include an acid attack on Dr. Haskinson. Likelihood remains she may avoid trial altogether.
Judge Carter enjoins James Van Natta from selling notes totaling $3,000 tied to Van Natta’s livery business purchased by Jacob H. Slater at 211 Fe Michigan St. Slater claims Van Natta misrepresented a five year lease which did not exist. Van Natta testified in the Maud Goodin acid throw case.
The annual Carpenters union smoker was held on a Friday night in East Washington Street fall. Representatives from several other local organizations were present. Speakers included William Topaban of Danville Illinois, a delegate to the sailors convention.
At Friday’s meeting the board reconsidered Adolph Moss's use of the assembly hall for gymnastic lessons charging 25 cents monthly per child, with 20 cents for families with multiple children. Moss says funds cover equipment. some payment would shift to the district if lessons were free. There are 80 students. Garfield park school building petition noted. new principal appointments approved. a library advisory group named. No. 51 Brightwood site condition criticized. election costs discussed. next payroll date set.
The Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers division H and Ladies' Auxiliary division will issue a call in Tomlinson. The notice references a forthcoming meeting and organized support activities.
Benjamin D. Miner a chair maker at 515 E Walhurst and Dr W Roberts 85 N Illinois Sq fought Thursday after Miner tried to collect a 10 cent note. Miner suffered a broken arm a split finger and other injuries while Dr Roberts remained able to continue practice. The altercation began in Miner's Pratt street office and each day the other was the aggressor.
Three Indianapolis uniform firms held a smoky armory gathering Friday night to discuss plans for the district meeting at Tomlinson on February 3. Gov Mount will welcome attendees from Boone and Hamilton counties on the state's behalf, with Mayor Teggart representing Indianapolis. Officers were to be installed at the public event.
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