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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 22, 1910
Page
3
The miners boxing card at Tomlinson Hall drew a packed crowd but overall poor judging and mismatches marred the event. Donovan and Moore earned a draw while Griffith failed to shine against Fitzgerald causing police to intervene. Donnelly beat Reilly in a showy bout.
Veteran player and Yankees scout Arthur Irwin argues that truly great ball talent remains scarce despite baseball’s growth. He compares top fighters and current stars, cites positional weakness across clubs, and notes college players may supply more top talent. He recalls early glove era and praises J Lee Richmond as a premier left-hander.
Crawfordsville High School defeated Lebanon High School 29 to 16 in Crawfordsville Indiana, with a decisive early lead and solid defense. Lebanon failed to close the gap as the hosts controlled the boards and converted on key possessions throughout.
Attorney Allan P. Vestal announces a sale under a court process against Dodson & Company to satisfy debts. The private sale occurs at the West Washington Street location, with terms including a 7 percent reserve and required approval by the court.
The piece argues a rule allowing bench hitters for pitchers would erode pitching value. It cites stars who began as pitchers and suggests pitchers would hate being bench-bound. It envisions pitchers forced to bat, facing fan and player ridicule, and hopes the rule never passes.
An advertiser claims a doctor's "prescription" cures a wide range of male weakness at home. It offers to mail a free copy in a plain envelope to any man who writes to Dr. A. B. Robinson at Luck Building, Detroit. The pitch asserts high success and urges avoiding patent medicines.
Mel Knox of the Marions wins the W W A Walker weekly prize with 246 pins. Clark of the Imperials takes second with 238. The Marions blank the North Sides and post series scores around 1000. Imperials shut out the Elks and claim second, while Sportsmen beat Indians and Crescents. Pirates topple Company B, Nationals defeat Hooalers.
Campaign to enlist local merchants in funding the 191 international aviation event at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway begins Monday. Merchants would buy tickets at 31 each to support the tests set for 1919, with tickets valid through the main gates for regular $1 admission. Carl Fisher mentions experimental stages of an Indianapolis aeroplane company. he and associates plan a big project if tests succeed.
Earlham defeated Miami with a high scoring clash on the home floor in Richmond Indiana. The game stood among the fastest on the Earlham court, showcasing a high pace and competitive play from both teams.
Detroit sports writer E. S. Colvin recalls how Christy Mathewson trained as a boy in Factoryville Pennsylvania. He painted a ball eye in a shed and threw cobblestones and snowballs to perfect delivery. Colvin notes Mathewson’s relentless practice and early successes shaping a legendary pitching career.
Long list of players and managers in motion quotes Cy Young heading to California while Mike Kelly Wagner Beckley and Donovan are noted for past and present feats News mentions Patsy Donovan Evers Rucker O Laughlin and various team ties plus a sheriff sale notice in Marion County Indiana with dates and property details
Butler defeated State Normal in a highly physical game last night, winning by a score of 3% to 3% in Terre Haute Indiana.
Indiana was no match for the University of Chicago five in Bartlett gymnasium last night, losing by 6 to 12 in a one sided college basketball game. The game featured Chicago handling Indiana with a strong defense and quick offense.
Polish wrestler Zbyszko pursues a key career milestone with a private 60 minute match against Yusuff Mahmout in Chicago on January 30. The bout carries a 3 dollar side bet if Mahmout fails to throw the Pole twice and will be judged by 24 sporting and newspaper officials.
John K. Walsh, Chicago banker, began serving time in federal prison as the Cubs sale failed to save him. The piece traces how Jim Hart, Charles Webb Murphy, and Garry Herrmann arranged a cash deal with Taft's involvement to buy the club for 105000, spurring a cascade of financial misfirings and the downfall of Walsh and Hart.
Advertises medical cures for gonorrhea and various ailments with 2 years' experience. Claims guarantees and rapid cures using electric and X ray devices such as Finson Light and high frequency vibrators Nebulizers. Offers free consultation and asks readers to call or write for details.
The notice specifies access times on the southeast corner of Delaware and Ohio streets. Hours are 9 to 11:30 a.m. 1 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. daily except Friday evenings. Sundays operate 9 to 11:30 a.m.
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