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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1908
Page
9
Indiana aims to extend its grip on first with three games against Toledo and the Colonels this week at Washington Park. The Hoosiers, backed by strong hitters Druhot and Siever, seek revenge after a rough stretch and fear rival leaders as the series begins tomorrow and continues through Thursday.
Freddie Welsh completes an hour and twenty minutes of work at his Venice camp marking the opening day of his final training week. He sparred ten rounds with Baker, Crosby, Hennessy and Campbell, and reports a 130 pound natural weight.
Karl Kurtz of Lawrence plans a 70 mile Kaw river swim from Lawrence to Kansas City with Charles B. Harling on July 4. Kurtz estimates the crossing will take about 25 hours.
New York Yacht Club in Gravesend prepares for eighteen boats to race to Cape May New Jersey under Lipton Cup auspices. The club notes the Lipton cup has not yet been received and that it is ready to consider a challenge from Mr Lipton for a race.
Special to The Indianapolis Sun London June 30 the rifle and revolver teams representing the United States in the Olympic games have arrived and begun practice ahead of July 8 and 9. They were first American team to reach England aboard the St Louis and rested at the Hotel Victoria before moving to Bisley. Brigadier General James Adrain in charge expects a strong performance as all men are in good health Lieutenant R H Sayre captain of the revolver team expresses similar confidence and plans heavy practice.
Thorp's picks list horses and expected outcomes for six races at Sheepshead Bay. Bets include Cressina and Uncle Jim among others with straight bets noted for each race and three best bets highlighted.
Matty Baldwin the Boston featherweight and Abe Attell fought to a draw at the Grand Athletic Union New York. Attell appeared sick and overtrained weighing 117 pounds, with Baldwin pressing the left jab and right hand while Attell showed limited form due to heat and clubroom conditions.
The article explains how at Washington Park during a 13 inning battle between Marquard and Eubanks for St. Paul and Indianapolis, Marquard is charged with the loss after being pulled with a 4 2 deficit. Eubanks pitched later, but official rules credit Marquard with the defeat per AA President O Brien.
Local readers followed the six round bout in New York between Matty Baldwin and champion featherweight Abe Attell. Baldwin, a popular Massachusetts lad, drew strong local support and, according to returns, delivered a solid showing. He previously halted Fred Die Cole’s winning streak in the area.
Hoosier hitters press in on Siever as Milwaukee and Toledo games unfold. Chicago and Pittsburgh edge in a tight race while Crosstown matchups stir fan interest.
Sandusky Ohio reports pitcher George Upp, recently put back to action, will make a final attempt in May after a long injury layoff. The veteran hurler aims to prove his form for the club and salvage his season.
Cincinnati reports the National Sporting Club of London offers a purse for a Hart Johnson bout. Bettinson proposes Hart versus Johnson on opening night in October with Hart’s camp to confirm. Johnson will fight Sam McVey in Paris next Monday before heading to London. Burns sails to Australia for August fights.
The article questions whether Honest John Eubanks can regain his form after a disappointing season with Detroit. It notes his earnest effort, limited success early on, and suggests he may be dropped from the roster along with fellow pitcher Elliot who has been trying to reach condition.
Jerry Murphy, a New York fighter, plans a summer visit to Indianapolis seeking plumbing work. He boasts a fighting lineage, a cross state career, and a history of success in New York clubs while discussing the tougher eastern scene.
Mrs Popley and Mr D Auber praised Georgie comparing him to a young Apollo in a light exchange. The remarks reflect veteran artists shaping public perception of classical heroes.
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