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Newspaper

Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 24, 1908

Page

6

Harvard and Yale Varsity Crews Train for Thames Four Mile Race

The Harvard crew trains on the Thames for the annual four mile race with Sargent at stroke and Richards coxing, while Yale men led by Griswold at stroke prepare for endurance to offset Harvard’s speed. The Yale lineup includes Ide Howe Dunkle Hunt Rice Peyton and Auchincloss with Rand as coxswain as they seek to challenge the Crimson.

Harvard Thames Sargent Griswold Ide Howe Dunkle Hunt Rice Peyton Auchincloss Rand

Siever Hears Salary Demands From Detroit Club

Eddie Siever late of Detroit reinforces the Hoosiers in the pennant race but seeks a salary increase, prompting Detroit to grant him more money before he leaves Thursday for Minneapolis. The double header with the Millers looms as rain disrupts Kansas City games. Marquard and Slagle to pitch for Indianapolis.

Milwest and Hoosiers Marquard and Slagle Eddie Siever Detroit Siever Watkins Indianapolis Biever Minneapolis Cantillon Tf Siever Minneapoli Kansas City Joe Wood Rube Marquard A. A Marquard Slagle

Lewis Wins Tough Twelve Round Bout Over Temple

June 24 at the Armory A C. Harry Lewis of Philadelphia defeated Larry Temple of New York in a twelve round decision after nine even rounds. Lewis rallied in the final rounds delivering a crushing right to Temple’s eye, opening a cut and earning the win while Temple took a severe beating.

Boston Harry Lewis Philadelphia Larry Temple New York Armory A. C Lewis Temple

One Month in Your Last Space Dialogue Exchange

A brief exchange features Mistress asking about the duration of Bridget’s prior space and Maid replying that an additional eleven months would have made a year. The line captures a fragmentary, period-tinged conversational snapshot.

Bridget

Caponi Trains With Kelly Ahead of Ketchel Bout

Chicago June 24 Tony Caponi Italian middleweight trains hard for the July 4 bout with Stanley Ketchel at Grand Rapids. Hugo Kelly, Caponi’s stablemate, assists to sharpen him while preparing for a possible August rematch. Caponi believes he can win though pundits favor Ketchel. Ferretti aims to match Kelly and Ketchel in Milwaukee.

Tony Ketchell Grand Rapids Michigan Indianapolis Sun Chicago Tony Caponi Stanley Hugo Kelly Mate Caponi Papke Ketchel

Brighton Beach cancels stake events of season

New York June 24 The Brighton Beach Racing Association cancels all stake races for this year causing an estimated loss of about 206 000 to horsemen. Attendance has fallen since anti-betting laws were enacted and despite a large crowd at Sheepshead Bay yesterday the midsummer 20 day meeting will be held at Brighton Beach with overnight events averaging 400 to 500 dollars.

New York Brighton Beach Racing Association Ffrd Sheepshead Bay Gov. Hughes Beigviwn Beach Brighton Beach Christopher Fitzgerald Association James R. Keene Keeuve

Marland Works Out Before 200 HS Friends

Los Angeles June 24 Packey Mearland at his Southside A C home yesterday received a distinguished party led by W A Clark Jr son of former Senator Clark of Montana. The Chicago man worked ten rounds with Harry Dunn and his two camp partners plus fast shadow boxing and bag punching. Two hundred spectators were present yesterday. One number of visitors is increasing daily at the camps of Welch and McFarland.

Los Angeles Packey Mearland A. C W. A. Clark, Jr Clark Montana Chicago Welch McFarland

Notre Dame pitcher joins Reds after signing

Cincinnati announces the signing of John Dubupe, a college pitcher and star outfielder, by Scout Louis Heilbroner of the Reds. The young talent is expected to join the team soon as big league managers chased him.

Cincinnati Louis Heilbroner Reds John Dubupe

Young Man Fatally Injures Attacker in Evansville

Evansville reports Ernest Lubitz an 18 year old struck and fatally hurt Horace Jackson a 2 Black person after Jackson allegedly attacked him. The youth was arrested and is expected to be released.

Evansville Ind Ernest Lubitz Horace Jackson

Brewer McGilvary Sold to Harrisburg Tri-State Club

Milwaukee announces outfielder William McGilvray, acquired from Cincinnati National League, has been sold to the Harrisburg club of the Tri-State League by Milwaukee club president Haavenor. The sale affects the Milwaukee team in the American Association, with details dated June 24 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Milwaukee Wis William McGilvray Cincinnati Harrisboro Tri-State Llague Haavenor Milwaukee Elit

Isbell Changes Sides as Sox Trade Second Baseman

Chicago receives former Wichita second baseman after terms were settled yesterday. Isbell will arrive in Chicago this morning to join the crippled Sox lineup and begin new duties following the deal made in Wichita yesterday.

Chicago Commy Tzzy Isbell Wichita

Today’s games in major leagues and associations

American Association features Infianspolis at Kansas City, Louisville at St. Paul, Toledo at Minneapolis, Columbus at Milwaukee. National League matches Boston at New York, St. Louis at Chicago, Philadelphia at Brooklyn. American League games include Washington at Boston, New York at Philadelphia, Chicago at Cleveland, St. Louis at Detroit. Also Zanesville at Dayton, Evansville at South Head, Wheeling at Fort Wayne, and Terre Haute at Grand Rapids.

American Association Indianapolis Louisville Toledo Saewe Tenes Columbus Serrarte Ewetene Minneapolis Milwaukee Kansas City St. Paul Chicago Pittsburg Cincinnati New York Philadelphia Boston St. Louis Brooklyn Gee Cubs Detroit Cleveland Washington Dayton Tas Evansville Grand Rapids Terre Haute Zanesville South Bend Fort Wayne Wheeling Infianspolis Toledo Columbus South Head Notions

Baseball scores from the American and Central Leagues

Rain affected action in Indianapolis and Kansas City as the American Association games produced varied results. St Paul routed Toledo in 19 innings 5 to 4 while other matches yielded scores for Philadelphia, Brooklyn, Pittsburg, Cincinnati and New York among others. In the Central League Evansville beat South Bend while Terre Haute won 7 to 5 over Grand Rapids in extra innings.

Thorp's Selections At Sheepshead Bay Races

Thorp outlines picks for Sheepshead Bay with Golden Pearl Peter Quince Falcada in race one Frizette Rockstone in race two Suffragette Uncle Jim E L Picaro in race three Stamina Home Again Julia Powell in race four Oild Honesty Rye Gretna Green in race five and no selections in race six Three best bets are Golden Pearl in race one Suffragette in race three and Old Honesty in race five.

Thorp Sheepshead Bay Golden Pearl Peter Quince Falcada Frizette Rockstone Uncle Jim E. L. Picaro Julia Powell

Sun Shoppers Seek Free Want Columns Aid

Brief notice requests readers to use free want columns in The Sun, inviting participation and assistance with listing items and services. The wording emphasizes convenience and community help.

No Bookmarking in Louisiana Bills Passed

Baton Rouge La June 24 The Locke anti racing bill passed the state senate after a heated fight and had already cleared the House. Gov Sanders is expected to sign it. it bans all forms of bookmaking at tracks with penalties from 100 to 500 dollars and six to twelve months imprisonment. The measure becomes law thirty days after the governor signs. The Senate vote was 21 to 19 with dramatic efforts by supporters to secure votes.

Baton Rouge Locke State Senate House Sanders Senate

Gans Nelson Fight Betting Hots Up

In San Francisco on June 24 the Gans Nelson bout set for July Fourth draws 10 to 6 odds with some Gans supporters offering even money that Nelson will be knocked out in twenty rounds or less. Nelson has shown punch immunity so far, keeping fans wary yet eager.

San Francisco Gans

Harvard Varsity Wins Brush From Freshmen

Red Top Conn June 24 The Harvard crews practiced with the varsity and freshmen eights racing a mile and a half to set starts Then the two crews returned to the float and had a sharp brush for a mile with the varsity gaining by a short length Four-naved crews were sent in short down stream stretches.

Red Top Conn Harvard Varsity

Cole Fights Harris Despite Illness at Douglas Club

Philadelphia report says George Cole, ill the night before, agreed to box Morris Harris at the Douglas Athletic Club to avoid disappointing a large crowd. The match featured sharp exchanges and Cole’s usual skill, though illness hampered him as the contest wore on.

Philadelphia George Cole Douglas Athletic Club Morris Harris Cole

Record Grand American Handicap heats open in Columbus heat scorches shooters

Nearly 300 entrants compete in the preliminary handicap for the Grand American Handicap in Columbus Ohio with the real event to follow the next day. Chauncy Powers of Decatur Indiana shoots all 100 in the 16 yard 100 bird sweepstakes then adds 20 more in the special event, a near record total of 120. J J Blanks last year’s winner and other pros post high averages despite a Monday breakdown that keeps shooters on three traps late into the day.

Columbus. O Chauncy Powers Decatur Powers J. J. Blanks Trelevant Tenn McCarthy Lyon Hur Crosby J. S. Fanning New York W.henderson Ken- Kentucky

Amateur Baseball Open To Out Of Town 17 Year Old Teams

Morristown Rooters seek away games against 17 year old teams on Saturday or Sunday in Indiana. Shelbyville Ramblers or Greenfield Shamrocks preferred. For games contact Oscar Zimmerman Morristown Indiana. Indianapolis Springdates have Sunday open for strong out of town play contact Thomas Casady 3218 E Tenth Street or call Woodruff 653. Iron league holds 8 pm meeting tonight for important business. Oakdale club Peru reports stronger squad and wants away dates July 4 and 5. contact Harry L Potts Peru Indiana. Bridgeport Grays beat Clearmont 12 to 5 and seek fast teams in the state. contact Edward Myatt Bridgeport. Letter for D W Elder of the Elder Reserves from Huston Bradley of Mternon Indiana. Puritan Eagles invite Y M C A Juniors Nationals Mascots East Parks or Bob Whites. call Puritan Eagles manager Main 2223. Indianapolis Owls seek games with any 17 year old team. Riverside Sunday afternoon permit. address 138 E St Joe Street. Imperials want Mascots on Riverside diamond No 3 at 3 pm Sunday. call New Phone 541%.

Iron League Oakdale Club Peru Harry L. Potts Ind Bridgeport Grays Clearmont Edward Myatt Bridgerert Riverside Diamond No

Deputy Sheriff Graft Heads to French Lick for Health

Chief deputy Richard P. Craft has been seriously ill for weeks and has traveled to French Lick Springs for treatment and rest. His status and plans remain uncertain as he seeks medical care away from the county seat.

Graft Richard P. Craft French Lick Springs

Yale crews please coach Kennedy in light practice

Yale boats trained in calm drills at Ga les Ferry with light work and short sprints, pleasing Coach Kennedy. Yale freshman four oared and the gentlemen's eight against Harvard were set for the afternoon race, with the Graves Cup already held by Harvard in two legs.

Yale Harvard Kennedy Andrew Graves

Yale Beats Harvard 3 0 In Annual Commencement Game

Yale whitewashed Harvard 3 to 0 before 14 000 spectators, tying the series and forcing a deciding game at Polo Grounds in New York next Saturday. Van Vieck starred for Harvard with three singles. batteries Van Vieck and Wylie Hicks and Currier.

Harvard Polo Grounds New York van Vieck Wylie Hicks Currier

Skating Exhibition For A Good Cause At Riverside

Edward Vieira, longtime member of Mailers' union No. 10 and sole supporter of an aged mother, will receive a percentage of receipts from a weeklong skating show at Riverside rink near the park midway. Frank L Altschuht, famed professional roller skater, will donate his June 29 week to assist Vieira with a 30 minute act featuring waltz steps, toe and heel work and a kerchief routine, including a daytime Wednesday matinee for non evening attendees.

Frank L. Aitschuh Edward Vieira Mailers’ Union No. 10 Riverside Smrailers’ Union Frank L. Altschuh Prof. Altschuht

Body of 12 year old Ernest Flora recovered in river

The body of Ernest Flora, 12, who drowned Tuesday in the White River near West Tenth Street, was recovered Wednesday morning a few yards below the place he sank.

Ernest Flora White River W. Tenth Street

Parks Board to appoint news reporter as secretary

The Board of Public Parks plans to appoint reporter Le Roy E. Snyder as secretary, replacing Blythe Q. Hendricks who resigned for a job with an automobile concern. The salary is $1,200 yearly and may be raised.

Board of Public Parks Dhocese The News Leroy E. Snyder Blythe Q. Hendricks

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Logal Club Slever George Huff Boston Americans Huff Bush Jennings O'Leary Eddie Heydon Blues Cross Hot Springs Heydon Millers Kelly Sylvie Ferretti Chauncey Powers Decantr Ill J. R. Keene Marland Harry Dunn Quauc Notre Dame Will Jon Reds South Hinds Street Komstock & Carpenter H. L. Sanders Brewer M'Gilvary Isbel Jming Crippled SOX Louisiana Harris Morristown Rooters Shelbyville Ramblers Greenfield Shamrocks Oscar Zimmerman Morristown Thomas Casady Street New Haven Gales Ferry, Conn New Haven, Conn Eranes Tarrixt Ob Weber's Claypool Huder's Wash End Penn W. Waeh COPAK
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