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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 18, 1908
Page
6
The piece features John L Sullivan delivering a defense of self-defense and critiquing modern law, contrasting with ancient gladiators and pugilists. It cites his oratorical knockouts and laments pistol culture while praising classical combat imagery and heroic rhetoric.
The piece mocks Hankus for poor public speaking as umpire Hank O Nay delivers a terse, scattered on deck routine before a game. The narrator notes his silence and quips about a dramatic pitch call as Bergen catches and Bowerman fields.
Felix Carr the old time negro jockey and trainer for Barney Schreiber aided Ed Delehanty’s success on the race track. Carr provided stable information during winters 1900s and helped Delehanty win large sums. Carr was murdered for money and his body found in Bayou St John while Delehanty later died in water, ending his racing era.
The article extols tennis as a burgeoning national pastime, noting growing interest and large crowds at Hay Haige games last year. It argues tennis suits all ages, needs few players, is safe and wholesome, and promotes moral uplift, marking a lasting shift in American outdoor life.
Greenfield Indiana July 4 Charles Ferrer Jr former Greenfield and Westenders pitcher has accepted a contract with the Columbus American Association club at 31 percent a month Herger is noted as 1 percent with limited season development Ferrer last year with Greenfield went 3 losses no wins and previously played for Mumele and Plana U. details mix in unclear.
A new rule limits bowling balls to 184 pounds starting July 1, allowing smaller bowlers to compete more fairly. After nationwide protests at Indianapolis, the change received little opposition and goes into effect, signaling a shift that ends the heavy ball advantage for stronger players.
Milwaukee July 1 Alex Smith of Nansaw won the Western Golf Open by finishing 72 holes in 215 strokes. David Brown of Wollaston and Lawrence Auchterlonie of Glenwood finished with 30 strokes behind, while former champ Willie Anderson of Apawamis ended fifth with 2.
In a Friday match at the Riverside golf links Mrs. Charles Judson defeated Mrs. C. C. Pearson in a fine race watched by a large Indianapolis elite. Finals between Miss Elizabeth Rawig and Mrs. Judson for the championship were expected Saturday afternoon.
The Sun invites amateur players from Indianapolis and surrounding area to submit items on challenges results and other national game matters. Send in notices while the idea is fresh for timely inclusion.
The Rain stopped Indianapolis from a 108ing against Milwaukee on Friday. Kansas City handed three decisive defeats, boosting Brewers morale in their Milwaukee town. Watkins and his staff hired Vint for rest and strategy as Taulaville toppled Kansas City and Louisville claws toward a stronger percentage. Loyal fans anticipate a Milwaukee doubleheader Saturday with at least one win.
A scrambled list shows standings and scores with city names such as Milwaukee Milwaukee Kansas City Minneapolis St Paul Columbus Indianapolis Philadelphia St Louis Cleveland New York Chicago Washington Fort Wayne Grand Rapids Terre Haute Dayton and more. The fragmentary text lacks clear matchups dates or outcomes for full parsing.
The Commercial League admits new teams and fixes standings while arranging a schedule. Teams from Ameriy and Atkins meet membership criteria. Friday games at Mapaalety grounds and Garfield parks are noted with proposed matches including Abn American Cityrese.
Hoosier clubs discuss talent and pennant hopes as players like Curt Bernard and Clute Eliatt are eyed for talent upgrades. Cincinnati and Toledo reshuffle rosters while Clark Griffin hits a home run as New York American players adjust to the coming season amid manager criticisms from Pop Anson.
Sentinel experts reorganize and schedule two games at 8 43 Sunday morning at Tenth and Indianian. Morning features Maaner Guild vs Northern State. afternoon includes Indianap olis Navies versus Grandmen and Indianapolis Grays versus Aurora Unions. Other events include Reserves vs Aiking works at Brighton Beach and Richmond Alfords vs Greenfels at Spring Lake Park with high diving, vaudeville, and a band concert.
American Association games featured Indianapolis at Milwaukee Louisville at Kansas City Columbus at St Paul Toledo at Milgreapotin Detroit at Boston Cleveland at New York St Louis at Paradelmnia Chicago at Washington Boston at Chicago New York at Pittsburg Philadelphia at Cincinnati Brooklyn at St Louis Central Leagu Marlon at Hransville Dayton at Terre Haute South Bend at Fort Wayne Grand Rapids at Wheeltag
Report from the fair grounds track highlights trotters and trainers with Me bear prospects in the Yonmer division. Frank Reed of Muncie owns Sirtna and a horse trained in Indianapolis under Volney French. Trainers listed include Erker Wilson Jones and Clark. Sid Geern notes Nutwood Chieftain's 217% mile, Prim develops into a good race mare, and Quay Allen and Tejima show strong speed prospects for the season.
John J. Ryan witnessing a chaotic telegraph fueled betting scene as Bard of Avon overtakes rivals with a dramatic late surge. The crowd erupts while Payne and Kay watch anxiously. bets settle with substantial winnings reported including 412,000 for Wheelerky.
Peace for the renowned thoroughbred Logan as he moves from St Louis to Ravens Brook near Jersey City. The horse, celebrated across the United States for a storied career, will live out his days at Alexabih Shields's estate, with a 14 acre complex, training track, and special stall, attended by Shields family and well wishers.
Automondile club of Columbus plans another racing meet on Labor Day following a successful July event led by Quafield whose record riding drew praise. Organizers state preparations are underway and expect strong turnout with growing club membership.
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