Notre Dame and Purdue Poised For Strong Conference Meet
Notre Dame and Purdue appear set to score heavily at Urbana Illinois this weekend in the Western Conference track meet. Notre Dame sends nine men led by Martin the former AAU 100 champion and Steers who can run a 4 30 mile, while Purdue relies on hurdlers and distance runners to challenge for points and possibly win.
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Howley Hospitalized Third Time and Gotch Title Retained
Dan Howley, backstop, again hospitalized at Methodist Hospital after two days at Washington Park. Club officials confirmed suspension without pay remained in effect, clarifying Why Howley had no funds. Gotch retains wrestling title amid pole vaunted challenge by Zbyszko, with broader sports commentary and accident notes on Williams and team arrivals.
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Gov Gillette Calls Jeffries Johnson Fight A Frame Up
California governor asserts in Chicago Examiner interview that the Jeffries Johnson heavyweight title bout scheduled for San Francisco on July 4 is a staged plot. He says Johnson would fear losing in California, and that Jeffries agreed to win for a big payoff and a return of the title to white race.
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Yesterday's Results in American Association and Leagues
Rain affected many games with several postponements. In the American Association Kansas City tied Toledo halted by rain while Louisville defeated Minneapolis four to none. Indianapolis beat Milwaukee two to none and St Paul topped Columbus nine to one. National League saw New York and Cincinnati 2–2, Brooklyn 2, Pittsburgh 1, St. Louis 10, Philadelphia 5, Chicago 5, Boston 1. American League games postponed due to rain. Central League games Wheeling at Grand Rapids postponed, Ft Wayne 3 Terre Haute 1, Evansville 5 Dayton 4, Zanesville at South Bend postponed by rain.
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Pole Proves No Match for Farmer Gotch
Fall is protested as Gotch dominates in a one sided game. Gotch proves superior performance securing clear victory and advancing in the event.
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Gotch Retires After Winning Title in Wrestling Match
Gotch declares retirement at 33 and plans a simple life after victory over Zbyszko. He notes the first fall went as planned, the second was very tough, and contemplates helping Jeffries before a long rest. Zbyszko regards defeat with no disgrace, aims to return to Europe and Poland, and plans to leave by boat for the coast.
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Physician Examines Jeffries and Says Fighter's Condition Is Perfect
Dr Charles V Cross, US examining surgeon at Jim Jeffries training camp, declared Jeffries in perfect physical trim for the July 4 bout with Jack Johnson. He praised Jeffries eye heart and overall strength, noting a 68 heart rate after vigorous exercise and minimal signs of disease. He compared Jeffries favorably to Johnson, predicting near parity in condition while noting Johnson carries more body fat.
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Jeffries Roighs It With His Trainers
James J. Jeffries resumed boxing after a week long layoff in Rowardennan Cal. Bob Armstrong led the early pace for three rounds. Joe Choynski followed for three rounds in a sharp sparring display. The main two round bout with Sam Berger opened rough and fierce as Jeffries saved energy for his manager.
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American Association and Central League Baseball Matchups
Schedules show American Association games including Milwaukee at Indianapolis, Kansas City at Toledo, Minneapolis at Louisville, St. Paul at Columbus, Cincinnati at New York, Chicago at Boston, Pittsburg at Brooklyn, St. Louis at Philadelphia, Washington at Cleveland, Philadelphia vs Detroit, and New York at Chicago. Central League action lists Grand Rapids at Wheeling, Ft. Wayne at Terre Haute, Booth Bend at Zanesville, and Dayton at Evansville.
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College Phenom Hughes Signs with Waterloo Nine
Dubuque report says St Joseph college phenom pitcher Hughes has been signed by the Waterloo Three Bye team. The move marks a notable entry into professional play for the young hurler as he joins a prominent local club.
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Sitton Stops Batting as Columbus Rallies
Nelson fanned five St Paul batters in two innings but misplayed a grounder in the third leading to four June. Sitton, Columbus’s third pitcher, held the visitors in check amid a hard day for Osborne. Ryan was hit often, yet solid defense and three double plays aided him. Congalton and Jones led the batting attack.
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Catholics Won Opponent Stiff in 7 to 3 Win
Notre Dame at South Bend on June 2 defeated West Virginia by seven to three in a fast paced game. Notre Dame showed strong offense led by its leading hitters while West Virginia struggled to keep pace.
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Gotch Retires From Wrestling After Defeating Zbyszko
Frank Gotch ends his wrestling career after beating Stanislaus Zbyszko in two straight falls at the Coliseum. Gotch earns 23000 of a 25000 purse and plans retirement to Iowa, while Zbyszko returns to Poland. The match ends 10:11 p m, with two falls lasting six and two-fifths minutes and twenty seven minutes forty six seconds respectively. Zbyszko concedes Gotch's superiority.
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Amateur Gossips Inspire Local Baseball and Club Meetings
The Indianapolis Moose travel to Peru June 5 while all Moose members meet at Colfax hall Thursday at 8 p m. Indianapolis Ramblers beat New Bethel Browns 8 7 and Acton Blues 4 2. The Laucks face the Red Sox at Kogomo Sunday. Ramblers meet McCordsville Sunday departing Terminal at 11 a m. Ramblers open dates June 26 July 4 10. Meetings listed for club members at 316 W Ohio St and 219 Massachusetts Ave.
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Indiana Beats Purdue In Classic One-Run Baseball Victory
Bloomington reports Indiana twirler Howard limited Purdue to two hits as the Hoosiers defeated the Boilermakers 1 to 0 on Jordan Field. It marked Indiana’s first win over Purdue in five years, ending a long drought in the series.
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Jeffries approves Rickard as referee for Johnson fight
Cal June 2 Jeffries declares he has given official OK to Tex Rickard as referee for the July Johnson bout. If Rickard withdraws in favor of Eddie Smith it won’t be due to Jeffries urging a switch. Jeffries says it would be unneutral for him to advocate changing his selection. Sam Berger conveys Jeffries position.
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Schardt Blows in Eighth and Hoosiers Take Game
Indianapolis failed to score until the eighth as Schardt and the Brewers led 2 1 and then allowed four late runs. McCloskey held the Hoosiers in check until a late surge, with Hayden, Chadbourne and Lewis driving in key runs to seal a 5 2 win for Milwaukee in Washington Park.
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Brewers and Hoosiers Face Four-Game Week Series
The Milwaukee Brewers and Indiana Hoosiers close their series Friday with a Thursday game and a four game set against the Millers on Saturday. Milwaukee’s Schardt relies on height for velocity while Randall leads off. Dec Marshall backs up behind the plate after returning from the majors this season. Stoney McGlynn draws Deny while Dan M Gann defends him. Carr moves Chadbourne to right to speed baserunners, and double plays highlight the action. Umpires say swearing rules aren’t strictly enforced. Thielman and Waketelu linger in Indianapolis awaiting prospects.
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Louisville Wins Opener as Lead Sparks Series
Louisville defeated Minneapolis in the opener of the series yesterday by jumping to a four run lead in the first inning. Single and Tannehill contributed at the plate with Single providing the stronger support. Dawson hit a home run with two runners on base, the standout play. Homer Smoot was sold to Kansas City and Ambrose Pottmann sold to Richmond of the Bluegrass league.
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