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Newspaper

Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jan 30, 1907

Page

7

Watkins Likes College Boys In Indiana Hoosier Baseball

Hoosier magnate agrees college players develop into better men with ambition and nerve. Capt. Carr and Tate Cromley hold degrees from Lehigh and Georgetown respectively, while Dunleavy and Fisher are college players. Watkins praises professional coaches for elevating college teams and notes many players work through school to fund education.

Watkins Capt Carr Tate Cromley Lehigh Universiy Cromley Georgetown Kenyatt College Fisher Dunleavy New England Rahrah Boys Thes College Fivery College

New Haven Man Sets Rapid Fire Rifle Record in Rochester

A. F. Lawdensack of New Haven established a new rapid-fire record at the Indoor Twenty-two Caliber Rifle League tournament in Rochester. He fired 86 shots in one minute, breaking the previous mark of 78.

Rochester N. Y A. F. Lawdensack New Haven Conn United States

Salary limit debate at Tri-State league meeting

York Pa January 30 Important business is set for the Tri-State league meeting in Trenton New Jersey February 1 and 2 The salary limit is a major topic George W Heckert Harrisburg manager argues a limit will standardize play and reduce expenses He predicts a $2000 cap this year and notes officers will be elected and contract jumper questions discussed

Trenton N. J Tri-State George W. Heckert Harrisburg Hecker

Pete Browning and Parrot Wake Local Pledge Story

In Louisville a parrot taught neighbors to chant Pete's drunkenness as he walked to a thirst parlor. The incident sparked laughter and a near riot when he ordered buttermilk at a saloon and then vowed to sign the pledge. Pete Browning was a known drinker before reform.

Pete” Browning Louisville Pete Peli Ultil

Hints to New Bowlers No 4 Expert Advice

The expert warns beginners to keep the hand steady until release to avoid a jerky motion that spoils the shot. Do not attempt the curve ball early as it is unreliable and rarely mastered by average bowlers. Focus on mastering basics first, practice steadily, and big scores will come with time.

Umpire Selections Close Southern League Plans

Memphis Tenn Jan 0 If Chief Zimmer former Pittsburg and Cleveland catcher accepts the position already offered him President Kavanaughs umpires for the 1907 Southern league season will have been completed The appointment of Frank Studderham Providence Pfeffinger Rochester and Stobert Caruthers Chicago is announced Pfeffinger and Rudderham served in the Southern last season

Memphis Tenn Zimmer Pittsburg Cleveland Kavanaugh Frank Studdereham Providence R. I Dan Pfeffinger Rochester N. Y Stobert Caruthers Chicago Pfeffinger Rudderham

Willie Heston Scored More Than Eckersall

A tabulation shows Eckersall of the University of Chicago scoring for the Maroons and tallying over 10 points for Chicago teams in four years. Michigan, aiming to surpass the rival, credits Willie Heston with 445 points for the Wolverines.

Willie Heston Eckersall University of Chiesto Maroons Chicago Michigan Cape Heston Wolverines

Sports items spark multiple bids and bets across leagues

The column catalogs diverse sports notes from baseball groundkeepers on reserve lists to Swotter in the Western league. It notes a New York dog show prize pool of 11000, umpire ambitions in New England, Moir and Smith for the English heavyweight title, chess world championship games, a Brooklyn magnate involved in a Cupid tale, and salary and roster chatter for Brooklyn and other teams. It also mentions a fatal case and upcoming billiards matches in Chicago.

Oaklawn meeting seen as likely to proceed with change

Hot Springs Ark Jan 30 Horsemen expect Oaklawn meet to run as advertised. Amis bill faces defeat in current form. substitute to create a racing commission for dates and regulation likely. Local sentiment favors Essex Park holding a brief meeting to support the plan.

Hot Springs Ark Oaklawn Agricultural Committee Senate Rev. Amis Judge Woods Essex Park

Smoothing Baseball Rules For Clarity And Consistency

Chicago readers hear that rules committees may tweak the baseball code to remove inconsistencies. Proposals include aligning foul tip interpretations with base running, clarifying overrunning first base, and revising the foul strike rule to avoid penalties when a batsman merely tips a wild pitch.

Health Talk by Dr Gordon at Empirs Theater

Dr Gordon, famed as a modern Vulcan, speaks on physical culture with The Co Jorian Belles. He advises five minutes of daily practice for those needing aid, aims to strengthen mind focus, chest and lungs, and stresses stomach care over cold baths.

Empirs G Gordon Gordon

Britt to Rush Gans as He Did Before in California Fight

Jimmy Britt declares he will rush Joe Gans as in their previous bout where Gans won on a foul. Gans scoffs that losing on a foul was a staged plan. He challenges Britt to another bout to prove the San Francisco affair was a lemon and notes his recent form backs his view.

Jimmy Britt Joe Gans Britt Gans San Francisco

Bowling results from Columbia Alleys league play

Van Dolah of Lily and Stalnaker led with 245 high score on Tuesday night. Miller of the Tongans was second with 254. Brinkmeyer of the Water Company posted the circuit high general average of 20 as leaders Water Company took three games from the Marotts. The Brown-Ketcham team defeated Lilly and Stalnaker and American Nationals beat Liebers. Fletcher beat Capital Nationals.

van Dolah Lily & Stalnaker Tuesa Miller bBrinkmeyer Water Company Marotts Brown-Ketcham Lilly & Stalnaker Liebers Fletchers TOR Amer. National L.sielken Cochrane Schneider Mi Ferrell Geiss Ok Cee Lio Shulmyer Kantsky Cowgills Keeter Ses Ial Brady Westfield Wee Turner Alleys Kingans Ind Butler Dedert Stuart Wagner Mit Mitchell Fosdick Fickinger Kirkwood Wishmier Cay Tan Lilly-Stalnakers B. K. I. Win Wiley Sete Goebel Wolleson Thompson 'Liztua Ormord Wright M.gruner VanDolah E.gruner Rittenaur Eee Talbert Heller Matlock Carson Moore Stedfeld Taylor

McCabes Take Two From Waynes In Y M L Bowling

In Washington Alleys the McCabes defeated the Waynes 4 to 0 in a Y M C A league match. High score by C Siritt of the Waynes with 181. Individual frame totals listed for McCabes and Waynes players including Stritt, Driscoll, Hickey, and Eng. Final tallies show 749, 690, 738.

McCabes Waynes Y. M Ogtcek ' E Zinkand F. Stritt Driscoll Reenen C. Stritt Hickey Wolfhaye

You Are Invited To Use The Sun's Help Columns

A compact notice invites readers to submit requests to The Sun's wanted help column, promising space for personal inquiries and community assistance. The wording emphasizes participation and the publication's willingness to assist readers through short notes and tips.

Sun Maree Dayn

Lasker Extends Lead With Second Championship Victory

New York January 30 The second game of the world chess championship match between Dr Emanuel Lasker and Frank J Marshall was won by Lasker, increasing his lead to two points Marshall resigned after 52 moves The game followed a dull line similar to the first match with neither side showing notable brilliance

New York Emanuel Lasker Frank J. Marshall Lasker Marshall

Presidents Finish Work On Schedules

Chicago again stands at the center of contention as baseball schedules for 1910 face final review. Presidents Ban Johnson and Harry Palmer trimmed conflicts to 47 of 60, with Chicago set for 10 or 11 clashes, mainly Sundays, and Philadelphia and Boston showing similar patterns as last year. The two leaders expect magnates in New York to approve the plan.

Cleveland, O Ban Johnson Harry Pallam New York Chicago Storm Center Windy City Philadelphia Boston St. Louis

Race Winners At Oakland And Ascot Meet Highlights

Race results list multiple entries including New Orleans winner Bertmont and Rickey in second place, Grace George and Grace Larsen among top finishers, with Oakland and Ascot events featuring Huerfano Pink Tony Faust Judge Dorado and other named horses and handlers. The report reads as a dense chart of placements and odds across several racing cards.

Orlean B. Lawless J. Lee Bertmont Huestis Rickey Farrow Besterling Vandusen Grace George Garner Grace Larsen Tinker F. Burton Oakland

Rajahs Sweep University League Games

Rajahs took straights from Sure Hatch five as Poehler led with 20 points. In the Irvington doubleheader, Boston Terriers beat Strikers in two games with top scores by players including Remler 162 and Greer 189. Team totals show Rajahs 730 808 700 and Strikers 687 679 627 across three columns.

Rajahs Sure Hatch Boston Terriers Poehler Irvington Alleys Lance Remler Superlatg Cassell Roberts Isl Taylor Beau Greer Cooper Fas de Panhandles Hicks Barnett Homeier Clemens Wilson A. Clem Dauss Bosart Hopnernr

Hartman Bill Aims To End Prize Fights In California

Sacramento January 30. The anti prize fight bill is likely to pass the Senate within days. It sits with the committee on public morals which favors the measure and will recommend passage. The bill bans prize sparring to 15 minutes and makes everyone connected with such a fight a misdemeanor.

Scrippa-McRae Press Association Sacramento Cal Hartman San Francisco Senate Committee On Public Morals

Fight On Fraternities At West Virginia University

Quarrels among Greek letter fraternities at West Virginia University have disrupted campus life. Three fraternities oppose the Athletic Association elections and refuse athletic participation this year. Others withdraw from the year book and glee club, while rumors say the faculty may abolish fraternities.

Morgantown W. Va West Virginia University Athletic Association

Papke Beats Fitzpatrick In Peoria Boxing Thriller

Bill Papke of Spring Valley Illinois stormed to a furious finish and won a decision over Dick Fitzpatrick of Chicago in a ten round bout at the Peoria Athletic club before the largest crowd ever in Peoria boxing history.

Scripps-McRae Press Association Peoria Bill Papke Spring Valley Dick Fitzpatrick Chicago Peoria Athletic Club

Do You Need Help Free In The Bun For Three Days

A brief note indicates assistance available at The Bun for a three day period with free items or services. The offer appears in local placement and invites readers to inquire at the venue for details. No further specifics are provided in the fragment.

Have You Anything to Sell For Sale Ad Offer

A Sun classified note invites readers to place a For Sale-Miscellaneous ad offering ten words for 46 cents over a three day run.

Marriott Recovering From Illness At Hotel Ormond

Fred Marriott shows rapid improvement after 24 hours with normal pulse and temperature. Doctors report no complications and expect eventual recovery at the Ormond hotel sickroom in Florida.

Hotel Ormond Fla Fred Marriott Marriott

Rooms for Rent No Charge Firea of Charge

Rooms for rent offered with no charge for a short period of three days. Homes listed provide temporary lodging while awaiting other arrangements. Includes basic amenities and contact details for interested tenants.

Larner Pupil Of Terrible Terry In Boxing Spotlight

The article profiles 18 year old Larner, mentored by former champion Terry McGovern, who worked with him in Indianapolis and Chicago. Larner shows promise, with a quick defense and feints likened to Attell, aiming to prove himself under local boxing club guidance. He left home with McGovern to train, later returning for schooling, and now works at a real estate office under manager Fred Dixon at the Park theater.

Fie Focal Larner Terry McGovern Terry Strone Hananolis Wemroon Char Brooklyn Pat Larner McGovern Merve Indianapolis Chicago Thea Fred Dicxson Park Theater

Shortridge Money-Maker Sees Season Near End

Shortridge High School basketball prepares for Friday’s away game at Anderson and a return clash with Crawfordsville. With Crawfordsville yielding the state title hopes, Manual holds lead. Shortridge aims for third place as three games remain. The team’s earnings look set to boost the North Side treasury.

Shortridge High School Anderson Crawfordsville Shortridge Manual North Siders

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Wattie Hoosier York Pa Tim du Peeze Sportlettes Swotter ArHe Latham Gunner Moir Tiger Smith Dr. E. Lasker Frank J Marshall Charley Ebbets Btooklyn Phil Lewis Jordan Harry Lewis Wik Ward Maude Mellenburg Grand Rapids Jude Columbus Sesson Minneapolis Carlisle Spotkane Schaefer Sutton HOT Springs Business Jan Dr. Gordon Vulcan James Edward Britt Columbia Alleys M’cabes Sesursensene T. Clark Ccessssersess Huerfano W. Miller Rettig Weejettensscanensen Tony Faust L. Williams Wee Sil Judge R. Davis Dorado ASCOT Wees Renee Weees McDaniel J. Bullman Elancer Preston C. Ross Brussel Senator Hartman California Sus Papke Ryan Aim High Terrible Terry Ice Discov Ered Larner Apelis Aghters Martie Larner Amons Theat Champegen jJulders Woile Martin Boas Bee Idee Leon Gertant Weber Drag Olsypoel Indianapolia Les Tarrant Co Hudson Bt J. Huger Copaib
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