California Open-Door Boxing To Close In State Senate Measure
A pending California bill would ban professional boxing and similar contests, allowing only amateur matches supervised by the Amateur Athletic Union, with violations deemed a misdemeanor. The proposal limits sparring to gloves under a specified weight and targets promoters and participants who organize or promote such events.
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San Francisco
Jan TI
California
Ant Prine
Amateur Athletic Union
United States
Amateur Athletic Union of the
Melbourne Fight Tale Shows Dummy Mace Ruse At Ring
An anecdote from Tiny McGrath’s smoking room recalls a Melbourne bout where a fighter dubbed Dummy Mace used deception to gain the edge. The tale unfolds with a staged clash, a fatal punch, and the crowd roaring as the referee halted the bout.
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Nu' AM
Promiman
Jonk
Nda
McGrath
Tim
Melbourne
Australia
Gov
Mace
Glover
Sony
Ine Hopter
Indianapolis Polo Player Higgins Aims High In Polo Career
Polish tone overview of Indianap olis polo player Bugle Higgins, a young married pole player who began polo as a child skater. He trained in professional circles, moved from Muncie to Indianapolis, and pursued long jump ambitions before returning to polo. The piece notes his ambition and notable athletic moves.
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Edna
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Munere
Dna
Gan Belt
Ralph Rose
Kawoe Begins Training In Cincinnati Before Banished Run
The article describes Kawoe’s looming banishment to Indianapolis as he trains in Cincinnati. He plans long walks to ease the time, expects the national commission to act, and laments past moves while hoping for a future in inductive play. He notes friends in Indianapolis and regrets a prior underhand deal that affected his career.
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Cincinnati
Indianapolis
National Commission
Lows Hinkard
Col Py
Fiat Company
Kitty” Bransfeld
Worcester
Mrums
Phibydriphia
Hijm Wells
Noted Auto Driver Edward Hawley Drives Eden Maraden
Among the men watched for sensational performances at the Ormond Daytona races starting January 23 is Edward Hawley. He drives E F R Thames's 100 horsepower Mar Eden, a car in which he has previously starred.
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Edward Hawley
E. FR. Thames
How They Stand in Kiln County Leagues
Monday Night Scores from Central League show Kohkama, Andersen, Lafayette, Danville, and Fort Wayne tied near top with 6 to 6 records. Western League lists Muncie and Marion at 4. Tuesday night features Lafayette at Terre Haute, Kokeme at Toganspeart, and Dansville at Indianapolis.
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Kohkama
Andersen
Lafayette
Danville
Fort Wayne
Torre Haute
Muncie
Marion
Terre Haute
Kokeme
Toganspeart Dansille
Indianapalis
Local Hoosier Hoops and Hockey Roundup From Monday
The report details a busy night of Indiana high school and city league play. Kokomo defeated Anderson 8 to 4 as Anderson’s Mallory and Gardner dominated for the losing side. Marion edged the home team 6 to 4 in a close contest with standout performances from their lineup. Lafayette beat Danville in overtime in a Western 14 une Prombank clash, with Tibbits and Heferman keying late plays. Fort Wayne’s Bone and Pierce powered a 6 to 2 victory over Terre Haute, supported by McGrath’s stout defense. A noted roster shakeup looms as several American players may depart the squad.
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Andersmy
Kokomo
Anderson
Players
Indians
Outlaws
Bone
Pierce
Ft. Wayne
Chums Plana
Terre Haute
McGrath
Salaries Not to Be Cut Denied by Ban John at Cincinnati Meeting
Special telegraph reports Ban John, son of the UK President, denying a wholesale salary cut plan discussed at a Cincinnati meeting. He insists no such idea entered his mind or was expressed by him to alter wages of American wage earners. The article cites a contested remark attributed to him and refutes it.
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Cincinnati
Fighters and Stage Queens Dominate Top Ring Names
A New York page explores pugilists drawn to fame on stage and turf. Prominent fighters such as Corbett Jeffries Fitzsimmons Garrett Power and Sharkey cross into theatrical or racing worlds while Tom Sharkey and Jack McAuliffe reflect betting and horse experiences. The piece traces how top boxers transition to acting or racing careers, with notes on Jeffries Garrett and Corbett shaping public perception and the era’s crossover culture.
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Lerine
Serres
Garbett
Pitzer
Huive Myer
Syars
Garrett
Piles
Deting
Corbeil
Fitzimmons
Pitt
Jeffies
Davy Crackett
Tom Sharkey
Tom Propanis
Jack
Hwa
Dulare
Terry McGovern
Sam Harris
Sullivan
Mark
Youn Corbett
Denvertte
Perfurt
Barhog Nelson Corbett
Kid McCoy
Amich
Charley Mitchell
Ithors
John E. Madden
Dan Creeden
Loss of Small Cotton Clip Costs Owner Money
The report recounts a costly incident involving a horse named in connection with a cotton loss from its ear and a racing event. It describes betting, a track in New York, a mare, a race with heats, and a plan to win cash, including a noted assault and attempted removal of cotton from the horse. The narrative follows the aftermath and the mare’s fate amid the attention of handlers and drivers.
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Vance Natkels
Haléemus
New York
Mfon
Mike
Nate Steuus
Racing and boxing talk dominates Syracuse sports page
Frank Matty the Syracuse horseman plans to sell all stock at the fall sale and retire. Boxing notes discuss Jimmy Beith’s lightweight title chase, Prince Mar’s long running drive, and upcoming fights with Gardner, Kelly, and others as promoters seek top purses and international matchups.
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Frank Matty
Syracuse
Great Auto Race Track at Ormond Beach
Great auto race week centers on Ormond Beach Florida where a shell beach course 409 feet wide offers a faster surface than any track. The third annual Florida East Coast Automobilists association races draw entries from Europe and the United States as drivers and engineers expect to smash all existing records on the beach course famed for its smoothness and natural endurance.
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Ormond Beach
Ormond
Fla
Florida East Coast
A New Marine Freak Exhibition in Seattle
A strange fish on display at Seattle draws curiosity with experts noting it measures about six feet long and four feet across. The creature reportedly bears half vegetable matter and a seed growing from its body, sparking disbelief among observers.
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Seattle
Muscular Champion A Pitts Eyes World Title Seats
A strong man, A Pitts, claims fame as a world champion contender. He plans to appear in strength competitions in Europe and the United States this year, aiming for top honors and broad exposure.
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Europe
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