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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 13, 1908
Page
6
Jesse Pritchett seeks a 200 average across two Indianapolis leagues and manufacturers' circuit, aiming for 209 in Some remaining games. City champion, he plans to join Lincoln's Western league as third baseman candidate after next week, with Billy Fox as manager.
Special to The Indianapolis Sun reports Tommy Burns suffered eye inflammation from a light accident in New York on March 13. He anticipates no impact on his March 17 bout with Jon Roche in Dublin. The program at the Olympic Club included Harry Baker defeating Willie Mango, with Al Wilson beating Anthony Peppe and Dick Grant and Jimmy Murphy scoring earlier knockouts.
The commissioner named by the Marion Probate Court will auction four parcels in Edward M M Smith and Geo W Purcell's subdivision at the south door of the Indianapolis court house at 10 a m on March 23 1908. Real estate in Lots 31 32 33 and 34 in Jones subdivision of the north part of the SE 14 of section 27 township 16 north range 3 east. Terms require full appraised value with at least $2 cash and balance by note within one year secured by first mortgage. BLE J Smith Commissioner Allan P Verta Attorney 1081 Lemcke Bldg.
In New York on March 11 Gotch predicts his toe hold will win the bout against Hackenschmidt. The Russian wrestler plans to arrive Sunday as Gotch highlights his grip and speed while Hack envisions his own throwing prowess and weight lifting strength.
In Louisville on March 13 the Chicago Cubs rested and trained after drinking West Baden waters for ten days. They head to Vicksburg, Mississippi, at 10 PM joined by Sheckard, Kling, and Hoffman. Mrs Overall and Reuhrbach were the only women present.
San Francisco this morning welcomed manager Jones and the first division of the White Sox from Los Angeles to start a campaign against Danny Longs team in the afternoon. The second division traveled to Los Angeles from Santa Barbara to fill the regulars’ vacancy.
In Macon Georgia on March 13 Hickman has arrived leaving Perring as the sole remaining name on the missing list. Authorities edge closer to locating the last reported missing person as the search tightens.
Atlanta won 5 to 3 over New York as Neuer pitched sharply in the fifth inning while Aulkinia drew four bases on balls and hits. Herr, debuting at third, collected three hits for Atlanta. Scoring details show Atlanta outpaced New York with key innings and a late surge. Batteries Johns Wiebalkin Atkins and McMurray Chesbro Neuer Doyle Kleinow.
In New Orleans on March 15 the Athletics defeated the local nine after 12 innings. New Orleans 3 5 6 innings showed scattered scoring while Philadelphia posted a nine run total with late offense to win 7 2. Batteries Vickers Bishop Ryan Matthews Peterson Maxwell Dygert Shreck.
In Wavanna on March 15 the Cuban Racing Association inaugurated a season of barge racing the first since 1902 at the new mile track near Camp Columbia under Gov Masgoon’s orders a half holiday was declared in government departments.
In Chicago on March 13 the annual Three League meeting adjourned as four teams were absent. Peoria Springfield Blooming ton Decatur were present while Clinton Rock Island Cedar Rapids and Dubuque did not attend. President Holland ordered an indefinite adjournment and predicted another meeting within ten days to seek a satisfactory adjustment of the troubles.
Philadelphia report notes Young Loughrey boxed three men at Broad street arena, lasting two rounds with each. He outpointed Willig Lucas and Jimmy Simister, while Phil Griffen earned a draw with the Mayayonk champion. None were first class, so no decisive stoppage occurred.
Sinste barrel guns priced at 3.25 dollars. Gus Habich, located at 121 West Washington Street, offers firearms including shotguns and rifles.
New York reports on Broadway chatter about a possible limited round bout between Joe Gans and Abe Attell. fans praise Gans as a stronger hitter and ring general, while others insist Attell’s speed and skill would prevail. Attell’s camp argues a big man beats a small one, and predicts Attell would win even in long rounds.
In New Orleans on March 13 a sharp upset by Ben Trovato in the third race caused heavy losses for bookmakers across many cities. Large commissions flowed to New York and Chicago as average odds swung to 8 to 1, leaving bookies counting sizeable wagers against the winner.
Frank Gotch the American wrestling champion defeated Swedish champion Hjalmar Lundin in Kansas City in two straight falls The first fall lasted 124% minutes and the second in Graeco Roman style lasted 17 minutes The match showcased Gotch dominance in both catch as catch can and Graeco Roman formats.
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