Coffroth Dream of Carnival Fails to Materialize
Sports column notes Tawson W Coffroth’s plan for a carnival of fights to decide the world title fails due to financial strain and fighter burnout. Mentioned are potential matches with O Brien and Ryan, Chicago fighter Herrera, and historical notes on Craig, Griffo, and Fitzsimmons, with Hector “Harlem Coffee Cooler” nickname origin.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James J. Condert
Newspaper Enterprise Assocation
Tawson W. Cofroth
Coffrath
O'Brien
Nrt
Ryan
No Change in Standings in Independent Bowl League
Friday night Phe Surtons and Washingtons won five games from the Crescents and Nationals. The Imperials took four from the Columbias. The North Sinea won four and tied one. Also includes a medical ad for Hood's Sarsaparilla and Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Phe Surtons
Washingtons
Crescents
Nationals
Imperials
Columbias
North Sinea
Hood
Golfers to Compete in Palm Beach Handicap
World class golfers will soon vie in the Palm Beach Handicap and related events over the next two months. The standout days are Feb 6 and 7 with a 40 hole medal play championship open to amateurs and professionals, plus an international field including Alec Herd Andrew Kirkaldy Jack White and Rowland Jones. Pro and amateur teams clash in foursomes on Feb 1 2 and 3 with the Jake Worth cup at stake presented by William J. MacCreery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brooklyn
N.Y
Palm Beach
Alec Herd
Andrew Kirkaldy
Jack White
Rowland Jones
Mexico City
Jake Worth Cup
William J. MaCreery
Hoosiers to Meet Two National and Two American League Teams
Exhibition season in Indianapolis will feature four major league clubs. McGraw’s Giants and the Cubs along with Cleveland and Detroit slated to appear at Washington Park. Major stars like Lajole, Joss, and McGinnity expected, with opening day around April 18.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hoosiers
Anderson
Fort Wayne
Joe Kelly
Chicago
Indianapolis
Honsiers
AAL
Indianapolla
St. Paul
Minneapolis
Milwaukee
Washington Park
McGraw's
Giants
Athletica
Pumnadoun
Glante
Mathews van
Pitchard
Iron Man
McGinnity
Breshahan
Bowerman
Mike Dunlin
Mertes
Browne
Amiat
Dan MocGann
Billy Gilbert
Dahlen
Dev- Yin
McGray
Ferguson
Terra Haute
Ind
Couch
Goulsville
McGraw
Chicago Nationals
Wicker
Brown
Indiana
Wicker Ioes
Bedford
Indiana University
Terre Haute
Qube
Rousbach
Notre Dame
Arst
Evers
Tinker
Short
Steinfeldt
Cincinnati
Sheckard
Brooklyn
Schulte
Stag
Harry Bey
Hoaaler
Naps
Cleveland
Lars
Bradley
Turner
Stovall
Filek
Joss
Munore
Bernhard
Kansas City
Detroit
Leneus
Armour
Wolverines
Lkely
Buffato
Jeacue
Penria
Bisons
Moat Mave Gray
Watkins
Jaine
Bugo Kelly
Hugo Kelly
Irieh
Gtlex
Blivy Ferretti
Jack O'Brien
Aii
Koly
Apolia
Ipaat
Gearnet O'Brien
Kelly
Ferret
Central Polo League Standings and Football Debate
The article surveys Central Polo League standings and critiques football in colleges. It cites O'Brien beating Kelly, Ferratti and a spectator culture, and previews reactions to football’s prominence. It notes Indiana transfer issues, poor attendance, and possible league reorganization after a weak season.
Baseball rule debate swirls over pitcher batting idea
Special to The Sus. New York January 26 reports committees named in both leagues with little discussion of changes. Connie Mack favors letting a substitute bat for the pitcher to boost batting. Critics warn it could hinder pitcher development and value. Foul strike rule election remains likely to stay despite renewed talk. Author Clarke Griffith admits he proposed the foul strike rule years ago to curb foul balls.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Consh
Mack
Tals
Gry
Connie Mack
Mr. Mack
Griffith
Hir
Hadne
American Leaguars
Meeting likely on interpretations of Big Nine rules
Officials from the Big Nine colleges gathered in Chicago for a faculty football conference to discuss proposed legislation and definitions. The session ended with a strong expectation of another meeting to finalize interpretations and potential changes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Speeko Imo San
Chicagn, Jan
Saturday Games Schedule for Danville and Nearby Teams
Saturday matchups include Danville at Indianacolla Loxanaport at Marion and Lafayette at Kokomo with local venues hosting each contest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Danviller
Indianacolla
Loxanaport
Marion
Lafayette
Kokomo
Speedlal 1m falls to Dougherty in second round
In Peoria the Milwaukee fighter Dougherty knocked out Kid Sparks of Louisville in the second round at the Peoria Athletic club. Sparks showed defense in round one but faded after a hard swing, while three preliminaries drew about 1,000 fans. Brorson stopped Grant in 1:40, Williams KOed Thomas in three, and Tammen beat the Milwaukee Kid in a four round bout.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Speedlal
Peoria
Ill
Kid Sparks
Loulaville
Jack Dougherty
Milwaukee
Peoria Athletic Club
Sparks
Lie
Young Brorson
Indianapolis
Tommy Grant
Detroit
George Williams
Chicago
Tommy Thomas
Cleveland
Jack Tammen
Polo Drives The Suckers Versus Indians At Auditorium
Indiana strong lineup ready for Saturday night game as The Suckers visit the Indians at the Auditorium. Lafayette crowd shows continued enthusiasm after a Friday win. Logansport defeated Anderson, McGlivray and Mercer starred for Logansport, Yarrot and Wootke played hard for Anderson, and Marton led Ft Wayne over the local camp in a fast, well played night action. Harkins delivered solid support for his former teammates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indians
Cohen
Indiana
Spor
Lafayette
Sycamores
Logansport
Anderson
McGlivray
Mercer
Yarrot
Wootke
Anderaan
Pierce
Marton
Ft Wayne
Avening
Harkins
Close city juniors battle in peek for basketball crown
Final City Banker ball Jractip games set for Saturday night amid high interest at Manual and Shortridge. Shortridge leads with Berndt sidelined by age rule. Manual and Dutch teams tipped to win, potential extra game looming. Purdue referee Fileman and Wabash official Halns named.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tomlinson Hell
Shortridge
Berndt
Mans Juais
Butler
Fileman
J Purdue
Halns
Wabash
Srorar
Govkier
Purdue
Daring Speedster Breaks Auto Race Records On Florida Beach
Special to The Fan from Ormond Florida January 27 reports a steam auto race along the shore shattering mile and kilometer records. Cars like Darracq and Napier set multiple middleweight, heavyweight, and sprint marks with speeds near 121 mph, amid detailed times for various trials and drivers, including Marriott Vaughan Harding and Karp.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ommond
Fra
Tormado FH
Marriott
Nm Maille
Guy Vaughan
Darraiq
Ime
Cedrino
Ume
H. N. Harding
King Keir Daimler
Stevens
Darracy Sceratch
Jas L. Breese
Mercedes
Alfred Reeves
Maxwell
J. R. Harding
Daimler
Charles W. Bar- Tan
Fiat
Charley Fiering
Maxwell Runag
Darraca
Dan Warells
Ree Ditch
Deacon Holmes
Wayne Kite
Linus Chevrolet
Cifford Earp
Napier
Cedring
Uallon
Frank Kulick
Henry Ford
Ford
Hemery
Ormond Ricard
Stesm— F. H. Marriott
Stanley
F. H. Marriott
Branley Steamer
O. H. P. Maxwell
Une
Talks of a New Central Polo League Emerges
President Foot of the Central Polo League discusses forming a new circuit amid the weak National League. Cities tied to the plan include Toledo Battle Creek Jackson Kalamazoo Columbus Cincinnati Hamilton Dayton Richmond and Cleveland. Frank Bancroft, Claemund baseball team business manager, promotes league growth while roller skating expands in Dayton and Hamilton opens a new rink.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foot
Central Polo League
Toledo
Battle Creek
Jackson
Kalamazoo
Bew
Orgenisatin
WHM
Cincinnati
Columbua
Hamilton
Dayton
Richmond
Ind
Cleveland
Dette
Ctevetana
Frank Bancroft
Claemund
Pelo Mar
Ikeady
Ings
Mbia
Columbus Sud Polo
Sycamores Beat Indians 7 to 4 on Lafayette Ice
In Lafayette Indiana Friday night the Sycamores defeated the Indians 7 to 4. Captain Bobby Dart was out, slowing the Indians. After a tight first period tied at three, the Sycamores tightened defense to outscore 2–0 in the third while holding Lafayette to two goals in the middle frame. Large crowd attended as the league leaders continued strong showings, with Higgins and Coggshall among the standout linemen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sun
Lafayette
Ind
Indians
Sycamores
Bobby Dart
Sycamore
Wha
Ama
Higgins
Coggshall
Indianapolis
Cogeshall
Case Devlin
Tibbitts
Higa
B. Miller Gavitt
Lincoln
Indianapotta
Kuches—Higging
B. Millie
Tibbitty
Harper
Hadley
Lineatn. Ae
Danville Browns Sign Cominger Brothers as Promising Recruits
The Danville Browns announce four new recruits including the Cominger brothers Marshall and Carl who have signed with manager Watkins for Indianapolis. Otis Marshall goes to Evansville and Thomas Bence to Springfield. Marshall is a tall righty with fast curves and good control who won 15 of 17 in seven games last season. Carl Cominger, a fast infield talent, batted over .400 last year. Otto Marshall, a six-foot outfielder, previously played in Texas and the Missouri Valley League, hitting ten home runs with a .292 average. Thomas Hente, a speedy center fielder, was the best middle garden player in Danville, reaching near .200.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sneelal
the Sun
Danville
Ind
Jan
Sam Thompson
Buck Orth
Cominger
Marshall
Carl
Watkins
Indianapolis
Otis
Evaneville
Thomas Bence
Springford
Marshall Cominger
Carl Cominger
Otto Marshallsm
Texas
Thomas Hente
Middle Garden
Copyright clash over Japanese printed school readers in San Francisco
In San Francisco on January 28 customs officials pursue the admissibility of American public school text books printed in Japan. The shipment includes first through fourth readers and may violate U S copyright. Wholesale price listed as 7 cents per copy, with 7% costs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Apectar
Rae Oun
San Francisco
Cal
Customa Collector
Trattan
Japan
United States
Girl in Trance A Week in Constableville Case
Miss Rosa Welles of Constableville, 13, has been in a trance a week at her sister Stra John Dyne s home in this city. Grief over sister Lena s death about a month ago has shattered her nerves. She may be roused temporarily by steady food and medicine.
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Sysume
Rosa Weles
Constableville
Stra. John
Dynn
Lena
Weasel Abeleep Reawakened by Sound Disturbance
A fragment notes weasels vigilant and easily stirred to wakefulness by any sound, no matter how slight, illustrating their sensitive nature and alert behavior.
Parker Downs Luttbeg in Cleveland wrestling bout
Harvey Parker of Cleveland defeated Max Tutther of Cincinnati to win the wreathing match here. Parker won the first two falls in 12 minutes apiece. Luttbeg won the third. In 11 minutes.
Race results from multiple tracks including New Orleans Fair Grounds
Race results list at New Orleans Fair Grounds and other venues with horses, riders, times, and placements. Notable entries include Corionge-Halvira and Becond in early sprints, City Pack action at New Orleans, and a San Francisco Oakland meet with Supreme Court and other runners.
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New Orleans
Fair Grounds
Corionge
Halvira
Hayee
Jardiniere
Helen. Lucas
McDonald
Dr. Coffey
Bewell
Tigh Changs
Grove Center
Ume
Sewell
Walppoorwill
Monaco
Johanneson
Goldamith
Umea
Milles
Los Angeles
Dennison
Ita F
Consuela I
Dolinda
Boaserman
Stille
Francea Hi
Uume
Billy Hondset
Perrett
Immortelle
Bari
Onlo King
McClain
Stacuarla
Judge Nolan
City II
Traxler
Harry Stephans
Devout
Pat Bulger
Wishard
Au Revoir
Leyman Hay
Quinn Brady
Nicol
Thohteintnge
Brusa
Wlme
Trogon
Lowa
Entott
Oriant
San Francisco
Oakland
Finttrage
Supreme Court
Itd
Robinson
Gleven Bell
Sacredus
Abe Afayer
Fountain
Even
Saintola
Gossiper
Ratkte
Royal Rogue
Sterling Towers
Ruby
Ratikte
Salable
Princesa Titaningthe
Furde
Byronerdale
Williamay
Ed Sheridan
Clark
Toupes
Ascot
Firat Fie
Halton
Mer
Mastereon
Chimney
Fiteth
McDaniel
Pyrrho
Aubuchon
McCarty
Tims
Philadelphian OBrien Targets Ryan Hart Title Clash
Spearheaded by Jack O Fries, the Philadelphian middleweight and heavyweight contender believes a 12 month path could crown him champion. He notes public support after recent wins and asserts a bout with Tom Ryan and then Marvin Hart would decide the heavyweight crown, promising to retire after triumphs in Philadelphia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Speeial
Cincinnati
Jan. S
Jack O Fries
O'brien
Jim Jeffries
Doh Fitzelmmone
Hart
Louisvillé
Jack Root
Hartman
Jeffries
Wabash Beats Earlham in Tight Conference Game
In Richmond Indiana on Friday night Wabash defeated Earlham 23 to 1 in a well played game. Wabash pulled away late with Diddin starring and Wilson shining for Earlham in a competitive clash.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Epcuier
Richmond
Ind
Jan Wana
Wabash
Quakers
Diddin
Wison
Earlham
Rules Set Tighten Athletics At Earlham College
RICHMOND Ind Jan 27 Trustees adopt stringent athletics rules at Earlham forbidding professionalism and dispensing with football games on Thanksgiving.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Earlham
Specter
Richmond
Ind
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Coffroth
Corbett
Herman Ig
Kid Sarman
Nelson
Herman
Paccarsul
Herrera
Young Corbett
Harlem
Wathig
Frank
Craig
Crai
Simost
John Clark
Wifiesis
Philadelphia
Ant
Denny Butler
Cernig
Griffe
Fitsimmons
Fitzsimmons
Austrailia
Griffo
Billy” Murphy
Murphy
Plato
Melbourne
Creck
Hoog
Ferratti
Ferretti
Cole Jeres
Janis
Theiy Teyma
Indiansapolia
Blarion
Nick McGlivray
Pale
Ine Maha
Young Bronson
Polo
National Polo League
Danville Browns
Wattie
Cominger Brothers
J. ‘Apan
Caton
Parker Down
Luttbeg
Tommy Ryan
Marvin Hart
Jeames
Wart
Fitzaimmons
Jeffies
Palladeiihian
Fitasimmons
nAnd Lo
Boston
Fitsaimmons
Jim Corbett
John L. Bulligan
Hyan
Tetirs
Casey
C. L Llood
Baranpartita
Hines
Fetahie
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