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Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 17, 1908

Page

6

Olson predicts world wrestling title by age thirty five

Indianapolis wrestler Charles Olson, investing earnings in local rental property, argues he can reach the world catch as catch can title within ten years. He notes wrestlers peak later than boxers, cites Gotch and Roller as example, and says he will gain weight and strength to face any challenger. He admits confidence but frames it as his own plan.

Charles Olson Indianapolis Gotch and Roller Frank Gotch Gotch

Washington Park Blues Fall in Doubleheader at Saengerfest Parade

In a two game set at Washington Park the Blues played under Saengerfest pageantry starting at four. Marquard dazzled for the Blues pitching keeping opponents hitless for long stretches while Williams and Carr contributed key runs. Otto Williams improved daily in the field and at bat.

Blues Eubanks Carr

Umpire Arundel Attacked as Riots Erupt After Forfeit

In Fort Wayne Indiana on June 17 the sixth inning saw pitcher Moore of South Bend attack umpire Arundel triggering a ground brawl. Police struggled to quell a riot as Moore was arrested and released on bond. The game was forfeited to locals 9 to 0.

Fort Wayne Ind Moore South Bend Arundel

Today’s Games Across Leagues and Cities

American Association matchups feature Minneapolis pausing Columbus and Kansas City visiting Indianapolis, with St Paul at Toledo. Milwaukee plays Louisville, National League hosts Cincinnati at New York in two, Pittsburgh to Boston in two, Chicago at Philadelphia, St Louis at Brooklyn. American League shows Washington at Cleveland and Philadelphia at Detroit, New York at Chicago, Central 1 League lists Grand Rapids at Darton, Zanesville at Evansville, Wheeling at Terre Haute, South Bend at Fort Wayne.

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Yesterday's Scores Across Baseball Leagues

Scores from yesterday include American Association games with Indianapolis 9 Kansas City 0 and Minneapolis 7 Columbus 1 plus Toledo 9 St Paul 9 Milwaukee 9 Louisville 4. National League results show Brooklyn 4 St Louis 1, Philadelphia 1 Chicago 6 Boston 1 New York 5 Cincinnati postponed due to game at Polo Grounds. American League and others list several outcomes with multiple cities and a forfeit noted for Fort Wayne 9 South Bend 0.

Thorp's Selections from Thorp's Racing Card

Thorp lists four races at Chantilly and other tracks with picks for first to fourth races. The selections include Ana teus Black Oak in race one, Fitzherbert Lawson Wiggins in race two, Juggler Mon fort Marathon in race three, Frank Gin Big Chief Dorante in race four, Aletheno Jaco bite James B. Brady in race five, and no entry for race six. Three best bets are Chantilly straight in race one Fitzherbert straight in race two and Frank Gill straight in race four.

Thorp Gravesend Chantilly Anateus Black Oak Fitzherbert Lawson Wiggins Simcoe Juggler Monfort Marathon Frank Gin Big Chief Dorante Aletheno Jacobite James B. Brady Frank Gill

Australian swinger Harry Burton sets world record

Champion club swinger from Australia arrives in the United States. In London he broke the world club swinging record by swinging two three pound Indian clubs for 61 hours and 30 minutes in public competition. He averaged 132 revolutions per minute during the feat.

Harry Burton Australia Burton London

Appointment Notice From Alleged Admin Claim

Notice states the undersigned Hag claims appointment as administrator for an estate. The document provides no clear names, dates, or jurisdictions beyond the phrasing of appointment and administration claim.

Pitchers Dominate as Blues and Hoosiers Split

Washington Park witnesses two shutouts as Marquard and Brandon shine for the Blues and Hoosiers. Druhot battles well in the second game, but both contests hinge on precise pitching and limited hitting. Brashear and Beckley deliver timely hits while errors and wild throws shape the scoring.

Brandon Druhot Kerwin Marquard Socrates Elo Essick Vinegar Bill Hoosiers Drunot Brashear Beckley Jronsfers Coulter Livingston Wiliams Crisps Hope Bush Hayden Crisp Cook

Stakes May Be Withdrawn Changes at Brighton Beach

New York June 17. The Brighton Beach association contemplates modifying or withdrawing several stakes due to the Hart-Agnew anti-gambling law. Officials question if racing can continue on the high plane of past years but aim to fulfill engagements. Do Fitzgerald says cooperation by horsemen could yield the best meet, though actions depend on the Sheepshead Bay meeting starting Friday.

Hart-Agnew Brighton Beach Association Brighton Beach Racing Association Do. J. Fitzgerald Sheepshead Bay

Freeman’s three hits spark Minneapolis win over Columbus

Freeman had three hits including two doubles contributing to a 2 to 1 victory by Minneapolis over Columbus. Oberlin held Columbus to one runner reaching second after the first inning, and fast fielding powered the win amid errors by Columbus.

Princeton Wins Intercollegiate Baseball Title Over Yale

Princeton defeated Yale 4 to 2 in a sharp one inning intercollegiate baseball final. Batteries Kryniges and Dawson, Van Viteck and Tad Jones shared pitching duties for the winner. The June 17 report from New York notes Princeton clinches the championship after a tense afternoon contest.

New York Princeton Yale Kryniges Dawson van Viteck Tad Jones

McFarland Arrives Late After Bullfight Refusal

Packey McFarland with Harry Gilmore and Pat Kenealy reached Los Angeles eleven hours late after stopping in El Paso to see a bullfight he declined to witness due to brutality. They visited training camps including Lucky Baldwin’s ranch and plan to resume training for the July 4 bout, with work set to begin Saturday morning.

Los Angeles Cal Packey McFarland Harry Gilmore Pat Kenealy el Paso Packey McFarland Lucky Baldwin

Ninth national Indian Shooting tournament opens at Cedar Point

At Cedar Point the ninth national Indian Shooting association event began. R O Heikes of Dayton led with 116 points of 120, followed by Tom A Marshall of Jeithburg and J W Garrett of Colorado Springs with 115 each. Other top scores included L C Willard 174, E O Bower 113, George Rois 118, J F Mallory 110.

Cedar Point R. O. Heikes Dayton Tom A. Marshall Jeithburg J. W. Garrett Colorado Springs L. C. Willard Chicago E. O. Bower Sisterville George Roi

Dr Jerome H Knouse Dies at 66 in Dayton

Dr Jerome H Knouse aged 66 died in Dayton on June 17 from paralysis. The physician known for his medical service passed away at his home, leaving a notable figure in local health circles.

Knouse Dayton Jerome H. Knouse

Difference in desires over ten dollar bill imagery

A humorous exchange from Harvard Lampoon contrasts Borgs wishing to have his face on all ten dollar bills with Coggs preferring to have his hands on them. The satirical line lampoons the idea of monetary imagery and who might appear on currency.

Bill” Hasick Beng Sheen Vicory Borgs Coggs Harvard Lampoon

Harvard players suspended to face Yale race

Harvard University announced the indefinite suspension of Sidney W. Fish and Charles C. Morgan Jr for alleged library rule violations. The decision leaves Harvard’s varsity crew short and out of the annual race with Yale, affecting the eight and the four oared crews.

Cambridge Mass Sidney WW. Fish Harvard Charles C. Morgan, Jr New York Yale Harvard University Fish

Amateur Baseball Roundup Sparks Youth League Interest

Fhre Maroons beat Pirates 15 to 11 as Key exited in the third and a 21 year old pitcher took over. The Pirates claim a 1?-year and not 12-year team. Y M I Jrs seek a game with any 15 or 18 year old permit-holding team for Sunday June 21. Merry Widows seek 13 or 14 year olds for Sunday afternoons, play Brightwood Juniors June 28. Lucky Horseshoes and Tuxedos to play Riverside diamond No 8 Sunday at 1 30. Puritans seek 15 year olds in city. Bob White Nationals M L Jrs preferred. Call Main 2225 evenings. Irons want out of town team for next Sunday. address Arthur Gatz. South Parks reorganized and seek 16 year olds. call Old Prospect 507 or New 9829 for Kohlepp.

Maroons Pirates Key Y. M. I. Jrs Raymond Murphy N. State Street Merry Widows Brightwood James Shae Highland Avenue Lucky Horseshoes Tuxedos Riverside Diamond No Bob White Nationals M. L Jrs Irons Indianapolis Southerns Arthur Gatz Shelby Orange Streets South Parks Prospect Kohlepp

Sun's Want Columns Offer Free Room Ads

The Sun invites readers to use its free want columns for ads, including requests for vacant rooms or rooms to rent. Three ten‑word advertisements may be printed, offering a simple way to reach potential renters or landlords.

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