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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 03, 1905
Page
7
Corbett reflects on the 17 event as rest and recovery. Players and teams hover in offbeat chatter while the sporting scene cools in Has Beenville, awaiting the next major contest and fresh headlines.
Indianapolis beat Marion 4 to 2 in a hard fought game at the Auditorium. Higgins and Jason scored for the Indians with McGilvray and Doherty earning fouls for Marion. Harper saved twice as Burgess faced heavy pressure. Attendance stood around one thousand fifty.
A boxing report recounts Jeffries landing a series of rights and lefts against Corbett in a decisive sequence. Corbett responds with hooks before Jeffries drives him to the ropes and delivers a powerful swing that floors Corbett. Corbett struggles to rise as the referee counts him out.
A billiards instruction describes striking the cue ball on top and left to send it across the table toward the lower rail, back to meet the second object ball, as the red ball drives it along the upper rail.
The veteran harness trainer Ea Geers, dean of the harness game, is unlikely to drive this year due to injuries from a prior wreck. Fractured legs from a fall on the Joy Maker left him on crutches and slow to heal, making a Grand Circuit comeback improbable this season.
Des Moines report recounts an exchange on March 3 between Robert Fitzsimmons and Prof Carer. Fitzsimmons, a solar placidity expert, demands a public meeting to confront the professor about remarks referring to men over 40 as a pontoon group. He warns of a challenge if insult continues and mentions a potential chloroform reference, reflecting intense hostility and demand for clarification.
A surge in canoe interest hits Indianapolis with rising dealer activity and early season orders. The Federal Arms Co on N Delware St reports many buyers seeking 16 foot canvas canoes with cedar skeletons, showing a broader market than expected this year. Canoeing, once rare here, now dominates local water sports offerings.
Standings show Marion leading with 49 wins and 28 losses. Lafayette sits at 47 32.598, Kokomo 40 40, and Logansport 27 OT. Thursday night scores included Marion 24 Kokomo 7. Friday features Logansport at Anderson and Marion at Fort Wayne with others at Terre Haute and Lafayette. The article notes Major Lajole and his warriors will miss Indianapolis training, and Cleveland canceled April dates in the schedule.
Sullivan lauds Theodore Roosevelt as all right while recalling John L. Sparred before King Edward when the future monarch was impressed by the prince’s democracy. A note also mentions Jin-Jitsy Ta turning one hundred years old.
Veteran boxer John L. Sullivan describes training for an eight to nine month tour facing Corbett Fitzsimmons and Jeffries. He recalls past glories, claims vast earnings, and notes plans for a four round exhibition on tour. He mentions Roosevelt Edward VII and other figures, and comments on boxing’s brutal public image.
Grimm, a Jersey City figure, realigns amid American League tensions as circuits prepare for summer. Yale frets over pitching while Harvard anticipates a Crimson rebound. New Orleans tracks and betting circles show instability. Baseball chatter covers trainers, opening dates, worker arrangements, and notable player moves across teams and managers shaping the coming season.
Cincinnati March 2 Frank Gotch defeated Charley Wittmer in two straight falls in ML minutes and 15 minutes. The match featured freestyle and Greco Roman styles with Brendamour as referee.
In Grand Rapids March exhibition at Smith's Opera House, John L. Built Ivans knocks out Jack McCormick in two rounds. Some onlookers doubt the bout's authenticity, claiming McCormick appeared to go down easily.
In Sacramento on March 1 the assembly approved the anti fighting pool wagering bill by 43 to 3 and set a six dollar fine for violations. The Senate, on reconsideration, passed the Ralston anti prize measure by 2 to 1, sending the bill toward final action.
Indianapolis heads to Lafayette for a tough night as the Bycamores loom. Kokomo beat Toganaport 7 to 4 with Cunick in goal and Roverta strong in defense. Danville trounced Anderton 6 to 0 while Hefferman starred in goal. Dr Walter Christopher, noted specialist in child health, died Thursday night in Chicago.
Sports storiettes recounts clever pitching feints and key moments from historic games. John Clarkson’s curveless fastball, Hoy’s low curve antics, and Dan Brouthers’ near-homer showcase strategic genius. Connie Mack reflects on players like Jackson and Rayone, highlighting manager liking and hard work shaping rosters.
Chicago, March 2. Adrian Constanti niople Anson, long idol of fans, dives into politics as Democratic nominee for clerk. The Grand Old Man promises fiery speeches and mockery for his rival Harlan while noting he will draw strong votes. He likens campaign to baseball, aiming for high batting average and no more police duty.
The article extols baseball as a sport demanding top athletic condition and sharp strategy. It argues success relies on both physical rigor and mental acuity, citing Hall of Fame figures like Mike Kelly and Buck Ewing as examples of brains guiding skill in field play.
Maennerchor hall on Washington Street is lavishly decorated for a Prutuy night event by the Maennerehor society. The planned fancy dress costumes and unmasking at midnight promise a grand social spectacle with dancing and refreshments to follow, aiming to eclipse former German affairs in style.
The governor signals more time for legislative action and indicates he will sign into law a draft bill package within days. A spokesman hinted that several measures lie with the speaker as the session nears its end, with extensions read as a push to enact pending bills.
Advertisement claims Dr. A W Chase Nerve Pills strengthen the nervous system during puberty and later life changes. Mrs Julis Rowland of Buffalo testifies the product calms nervousness and weakness in herself and daughter, restoring vitality and color. Sold at 600 a box through dealers and Dr A W Chase Medicine Co, Buffalo. Henry J Edwards druggist locally.
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