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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 28, 1908
Page
6
A fragmented narrator recounts life on local golf links, praising the caddie trade and detailing hard work, tips, and the odd pay disparities. He contrasts caddies with players and recalls gossip, slang, and lessons learned from a veteran day at the course.
O Day criticizes lack of authority to call a batter out on bunting third strike. He notes baseball fans believe a rule exists, but says there is no formal covering, and umpires follow custom. He intends to push for explicit clarification and enforcement.
The Howard Athletic Club plans a busy boxing card on Wednesday evening August 31 at Brightwood Hall. Featured bouts include Kid Hoy of Nevaland versus Beverly Howard in a ten round feature, Kid Rica versus Sid Harris in four rounds, and Lawrence Wark against Kid Darby in six rounds, plus a finishing battle royal starting at 8 p.m.
California featherweight Babe Attell and St Louis featherweight Johnny Reagan signed to box 33 rounds to crown the featherweight champion of America. The bout set for July 50 at the great end club with ringside bets and 11 percent pounds.
Mrs Corbett says proper cooking by her will influence Jim Corbett's chances against Jeffries. She vows to cook every bite for the fighter before the big bout. Wagers may total two bank rolls with a $30 stake on Jeffries.
Corbett and Sullivan fight postponed about ten days due to Bontamn's condition. Young Corbett will not meet Sullivan before the West End athletic Titb in St. Louis on July 30. Sullivan trains hard and is said to be in great trim while Corbett asks for more preparation time. Local sports writers expect a strong challenge from Sullivan.
Christy Mathewson of the New York Nationals is delivering top class pitching, winning nine straight decisions as his team presses the pennant. His masterful curve and drop ball confuse hitters, making him a standout figure in the current season.
The Indianapolis Grays, after a 13 to 1 victory over Greth-Neld, pursue amateur state championship and city title. They defeated Connars vite, Greencastle, Aurora Unions ner, Crawfordayine, and Cinelinst Naviex, and seek games with Duerseldarters, Reserves, or Reinhardt’s semi professionals at Capital City Park with manager A Durflinger and secretary Green AR GW Stewart reachable by Main phone.
A new game called water ball, named by its organizers, has appeared at the Queer City bathing beach. Nine Cincinnati suburb girls were seen playing as simple equipment, a waterproof ball, and good temper. Players split into sides near deep water while spectators watch as laughter and splashing continue, with no one ducked.
The article notes growing appeal of automobile touring with groups from across the country. It highlights long cross country trips and record attempts like the Chicago Automobile Club Mammoth drive from Chicago through Indianapolis, Richmond, Cincinnati and as far as Mammoth Cave, Kentucky. The pace was brisk and part of a broader trend toward leisure driving after a debut of the Mammoth Cave trip.
Sel Watty notes he shed 19 pounds since starting the western trip and is set to rejoin the lineup. William Hoperit says O'Brien will be back soon and Jack Volz, ex Mt Paul pitcher now with Aliemans, is healthy and ready to help win. The manager plans to obtain another top pitcher from a major league club.
A baseball discussion highlights the third baseman as needing a strong arm quick movement and perfect accuracy. Researchers note his longer throws and higher frequency demand better throwing ability than any other player on the squad. The dialogue references Mike Donlin and identifies four greatest throwers.
Ed Graney is chosen to referee a coast boxing match amid trust from sporting circles. The editor lauds his impartial, businesslike reputation and pure motives, asserting his carer as a fair arbiter supports an honest bout. Hood's Sarsaparilla ad copy interrupts the piece, urging consumption for summer health benefits.
Advertisement catalog of travel deals including a Sea Shore Excursion to Atlantic City via Lake Erie and Western R and Lenigh Valley routes with August dates, sleeper cars, Nimara Falls and Lake Chautauqua, return in 12 days, and agent contacts for A H Sellars. Also notices for Sandusky to Indianapolis and Chicago to Denver travel fares, plus a shoe sale at Earle's Shoe Store offering Ladies' Colonial slippers at 90 cents.
Pennsylvania short Lins offers a 15.00 round trip on Thursday Aug 6 with a special through train including coaches and sleepers. Tickets sold to Cape May Angleses Avalon Holly Beach Ocean City Wildwood Be ri le City Rehoboth and Atlantic City. Return within 32 days. Details from agents at 71 Poa Indianapolis.
American Association games feature Kansas City atIndiangalis and St Paul at Columbus with Minneapolis at Toledo while A L action includes New York at Heston and Detroit at Chicago and Cleveland at St Louis. N L matchups show Philadelphia at Brooklyn and St Louis at Chicago with Pittsburgh at Cincinnati. Central Leagues list Grand Rapids at Evansville and Fort Wayne at Dayton with Terre Haute at Wheeling.
The piece hints at Kansas sports drama with players and teams like Dummy Kim, Kanenn City, and Watkins. It references an upcoming first game, outfield stars, and revenge themes as teams vie for the pennant. The reading captures a chaotic, wartime newspaper voice with prep sports urgency.
A clipped account notes Edward J. Delehanty, famed as a Niagara river drowning victim, earned modest insurance wealth but saved little. It discusses Fred Clarke and Fred J. Clarke, Buck Ewing, Nap Lajoie, and Billy Hamilton, contrasting earnings with thrift, wealth growth, and investments among early players.
John T. Brush, owner of the New York Giants, returns home and refuses to discuss the Davis and Elberfeld matter. He believes New York will challenge Pittsburgh for the major league pennant, and he sees potential for a race to the title.
Panhandle shop team defeated the ardmeres Gimday 1 to 3 in a fast game as Panhandle plans new uniforms this week. Lake Erie’s Gant and Kennedy starred in a 7 to 1 win over the Big Four. Indianapolis Hoyts fell 8 to 0 to Jamon town. Indianapolis Grays set for a double header at Capital City Park Sunday.
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