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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 27, 1905
Page
7
The photograph titled Russian Lion shows GEO. MACKENSCHMID in a flattering pose highlighting his muscles with a self-satisfied look. The image aims to project confidence and strength despite a humorous caption.
Special to the Sun from Lincoln Nebraska June 2 Representative Cunningham introduced a bill to make playing football a felony on the second offense with a fine from 3 to 100 dollars or imprisonment in the county jail for up to twenty days. The bill targets all players and aids including referees and umpires in organizing the game. Cunningham expects university opposition but says state sentiment backs him, though he may lack majority support on the first vote.
St Paul manager Kelley seeks to sign star outfielder George Hogheter from the Hoosiers to bolster the Saints next season. Hogheter, a decade stalwart, is said to be reluctant to leave Indiana. Rumors place him on Farmer Hogheter’s Wisconsin farm, with a likely stay in Indianapolis if a favorable offer isn’t made.
The speaker John Lawrence Sullivan recalls early life scrapes and debates about a man’s trades including cabman, plumber, or bricklayer. He narrates temperance experiences, warns against intemperance, and cites anecdotes from Joe Goes and Fred Clarke about health and self control.
Montreal report says a bid will be made to appeal to the U S immigration department to stop Canadian hockey and lacrosse players from moving to the United States. The piece notes many young players leave Canada since professional hockey grew, risking a drain of talent from clubs and amateur sports, with possible action under the alien labor act and involvement from James Sullivan of the American Athletic Union.
Indianapolis polo scene centers on Eddie Devlin a veteran rider from Wadurn Mass now playing for the Indianapolis squad. Devlin known for bold defense and entertaining play has drawn fan praise and a humorous jab from a local supporter noting he "caused the opposite to death" with a jaw incident in Kokomo where a punchline caused a broken jaw.
Arthur Mac Donald and Louis Ross led kilometer time trials with top marks, as Bowden’s Flying Dutchman faltered. Vanderbilt Jr finished rearward amid mixed winds, while MacDonald and Bowden claimed cups in Class A mile racing despite a short start and less favorable Ormond course conditions.
The Indians played a strong game, but the Suckers used a tougher attack to edge them. Key moments featured Campbell, O Hara, and Harper with notable drives and a clash that kept the score tight throughout.
The Indians plan a strong lineup for the game at Terre Haute against Freiewight with Lafayette likely in action. Loganaport will join after Clarencn Fossop, the former Richmond forward, now with the visiting ranks. Jessup reportedly will not play again this season.
A fragmented report describes Chicago hosting next summer’s amateur championship amid rivalries and organizational doubts. Mentions the Myopia Hunt Club, various clubs across the region, and Philadelphia figures as potential contenders, with uncertain support and open event status.
Danville led by Anderson with two points in a rough recap as Indiana teams and local players like Le M a on and Bey appear in scattered scores. Friday games include Kekoine at Fort Wayne, Logansport at Lafayette, Indianapolis at ? and Danville at Anersen with limited readable details.
A Memphis boxing champion cites a stubborn crowd and his hard head as reasons to avoid certain opponents. He recalls a past clash with Teammate Armetrone and notes lasting knock effects from earlier battles, while dismissing threats from a list of possible rivals.
In a chaotic early report from San Francisco, Nelson plans a February rematch with Corbett while Corbett regains form through diligent training and weight loss. The piece notes talk of an international White Britt bout, audience money concerns, and potential venues across the country as Corbett weighs a comeback.
A crowded sports summary details Hort Horace Fogel not being a Boston manager choice. Notes on Harry Davs returning from a broken hand, Kia Nichols staying as manager, Amy Piling selling Daugherty, James Brady training Savannas, and various trainer moves. Mentions of Owens, Killen, Murphy, and other figures, with training camps in Lowaville and Kentuary track.
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