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Newspaper

Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Mar 29, 1907

Page

7

Carrs Hoosier Method Improves Team Before Big Leaguers

Charley Carr trains the Hoosiers to play a scientific, action oriented game. He emphasizes preplanned plays and a simple, covert signaling system to standardize team action. Hamilton County players Fisher Bales Hare and Johnson draw focus as Noblesville and Carmel rivalries resume. Catcher Holmes and Howley are also praised for readiness and work ethic as spring workouts sharpen.

Carr F Carr Noblesville Holmes Kahoe Howley

Begged Wife Not to Worry Over Chick Stahl Death

Mrs Stahl, wife of Boston Americans captain Chick Stahl, learned of his death by his own hand at home. She cited a letter in which he begged her not to worry and said things would work out. She described his habit of worrying, noted his role as manager would have influenced his act, and suffered hysterics requiring a physician.

Stahl

Bromide Quinine Laxative Aid Promises Genuine Remedy

An old advertisement urges readers to prevent the Crif by using Laxative Bromo Quinine that supposedly removes the cause. It directs to call for the genuine product and verify the signature of E Grove at 275c for authenticity.

Grove

High Low On Ball Field Cincinnati Reds Reach Size Range

Special to The Sun Cincinnati March reports catcher Larry McLean at six feet four inches and outfielder Willie Peil at five feet four inches making the Reds the club with the tallest and smallest players in either league. Peil, a New York native, is smaller than Reds second baseman Hugh Huggins. Peil is a natural ball player who could be a minor star of first magnitude despite his size.

McLean Peil New York Hugh Huggins Reds

Nationals Lose Four In North Sides Series at Columbia Alleys

The Nationals from the Indianapolis League dropped four games to the North sides on Thursday night at Columbia Alleys. The bowling showed some bright spots despite the setback.

Nationals Columbia Mndivision Eee Eessene Pollard Brown Juday Rabe Wrrees Parcs Abioee Peacock Serene Tee Knox Ae Eee Oa Waves Goebel Resener Rebeaens Baker Ereee Mueller Wet Nn Eenach Mansfield Hopkins McBride I Evans Schmidt - A Nelson - Eee Nationais L. Sielken Wrollegson Goebel Wes Niemann Ee

Pope-Waverleys Take On Boston Terriers In League Camp

The Pope-Waverleys hosted the Boston Terriers in University league play on Thursday. The Tuxedos dropped two games to the Rajahs while Dunmeyer of the Pope-Waverleys posted a high score of 234.

The Boston Terriers the University Pope-Waverleys Tuxedos Rajahs Dunmeyer Pope- Waverleys

Thirteens Edge Elks In Narrow League Showdown

Crooke led the Thirteens with a high score as the Thirteens won three in a row over the Elks on Thursday night in the league.

Monarcha Soet Elks Crooke

High Prices Paid At Indianapolis Stockyard Horse Sale

The sale at the stockyards produced high prices for racing horses led by C. J. Wilberham of Indianapolis buying Belle C 2:09 for $2,000. Other top bids included Chester Waterman at $1,040, Pat Callan paying $850, and numerous horses selling from $300 to $2,360 with buyers from across Indiana and Pennsylvania.

C. J. Wilberham Indianapolis Belle C Oh So Belle Wilkes Bud Topeka J. F. McCormick Martinsville Til la Leta Smith & Johnson Buffalo N. Y G. J. Wilberham Waterman Ind Leslie Waterman A. H. Pendleton St. Louis Marletsone Fred Cline F. L. Riddle Marietta Joe Cannon Prough & Wright Marshall Pugh Greeley Winnings Constance T. J. Southern City Budd Pat Callan New York Tady Wiliam McFarland Philadelphia

Challengers Sought After Promising 130-Pound Boxer

Kid Goby, a rising 150-pound contender, aims to meet any city or state rival at weight, seeks a rematch with The Terrible Swede and to overturn a prior decision in Kid Enghdahl's bout. His manager N McKenzie can be reached at 1026 S West St, training by Jack Brake. PURO DISTILLED WATER CO offers half gallon bottles for 5 cents and five gallon demijohns for 40 cents with new phone 2177 main 778.

Kid Goby Kid Enghdahl Goby N. McKenzie S. Westst Jack Brake Puro Distilled Water Company

Giants Manager Pays Donlin Extra Salary Out of Pocket

Special to The Sun reports Gi ants manager McGraw guaranteed Donlin a $600 raise from his own funds after Donlin demanded more pay. McGraw acted without consulting Brush or Knowles, saying he would cover the amount if the club refused. Donlin, in good shape at 169 pounds, is set to join the team for the championship season as McGraw emphasizes a winner’s mindset and club interests.

McGraw Donlin Chicago M.graw Hoe Brush Knowles Mike Donnn

Letter from a Bone Head league player in Indianapolis

A baseball player writes from Indianapolis on March 29 about rainy training, long runs, and the manager's methods. He notes showers with hot and cold water, cites players from various regions, and mentionsCurious reactions to Spalding guides, a scrapbook habit, and critiques of Carr and the Bone Head league.

Heavyweights 10 Box at Tonopah Fight Set

Chicago dispatch reports $1000 in expenses approved for the Schreck Wille bout with $500 transportation payments to Curley Hogan and Wille associates. Schreck plans immediate Tonopah departure for April 15 event. Curley and Javier depart Saturday. Schreck optimistic he will win within 15 rounds.

Chicago Schreck-Wille Jack Curley John Wille Billy Hogan Mike Schreck Tonopah Schreck Curley Wille Javier Hibbing Mike Big Man Wie

First Run by Cross Country Club at Bosson Farm

The Cross Country Running club from Shortridge high school will stage the first run this afternoon at Bosson farm. The three or four mile event will start with all runners together, then distance and middle distance squads will form later. A rest will follow until Thursday, after which runs become regular.

Shortridge High School Bosson Farm Woodhams

Carr Sees Bright Prospects In Young Pitching Staff

Carr praises his young pitchers saying the group includes several promising players with nerve. He notes Theilman as a benchmark but expects Briggs Kellum Fisher Slagle Cromley and others to contribute. He highlights Bales Summers Marquard and Burwell and envisions a strong staff if the youngsters show form.

Carr Theilman Jake American Association Oitelmers Briggs Kellum Fisher Slagle St. Paul Cromley Bales Summers Marquard Burwell

Colonial Dames Exhibit Treasures at Met Museum

The Colonial Dames of New York present a fine collection of colonial era treasures at the Metropolitan Museum this week. After April 6 the exhibition moves to Jamestown for further display including silver wares crafted by colonial silversmiths two centuries ago.

Colonial Dames New York Metropolitan Museum Jamestown

Couldnt Resist Temptation in San Francisco Graft Exposé

James L. Gallagher, supervisor and ex-acting mayor, figures as the alleged go-between in the major graft expose, accused of passing graft to fellow San Francisco supervisors.

James L. Gallagher San Francisco

Baseball Notes and Sporting Gossip Across Leagues

Andrew Davis of the White Sox reportedly seeks to weaken Chicago by being replaced if he falters. Tannehill may step in. Fred Clarke shifts to left field portions this season amid fan protests. Clarke Griffith seeks utility players after weak Yankees showing. Richard Croker plans to race again on American tracks. James E Sullivan says the A A U will not govern tennis. Derby date May 6 at Churchill Downs where Aristides won in 1874. Syracuse coxswain candidate is P N Henry Sze from Hankow. Jay Gould sails to England for tennis. Ned Hanson warns against judging players by fences. base hits matter. John Kling trains daily but won’t play with Chance. Johnny Summers matched to box Joe Fletcher for 500 a side at the National Sporting Club. Princeton crew in training for first time in years. new lake aid. White Sox spring trip totals 8 443 miles, a 2 440 mile jump Chicago to Mexico City.

McNutt Legue Spalding Reach Anl Will Shaw Sporting News Spike Carr

Applications for License Notices in Indianapolis Wards

Notices publicizing applications to the Board of County Commissioners in May 1907 for licenses to sell intoxicating liquors in wards 12 13 and 1 of Center township Marion county Indiana. Each front room details include size street location lot block and pool table privileges in the same rooms.

Center Township Marion County Indiana Board of County Commissioners Fast Street Martindale & Stilz Indianapolis East Downey Streets Charles Baaske Columbia Avenue Nineteenth Street A. Fletcher, Jr North End Theecity Sid Bolser

TS PRACTICE SUNDAY FOR TASTE TEAM

The Taste Tells baseball team will have its first practice next Sunday afternoon at Riverside park. Manager Sheridan has 20 players to select from, all the best semi professionals in the city. He will spare no pains or expenses to lead independent teams statewide at season end. Also an ad for Hotel English Tailoring and Pressing Parlor offering 24 hour service and delivery.

Riverside Park Sheridan

American Can teams win three straight in Manufacturers league

The Manufacturers league American Can team completed a postponed series on Thursday evening winning all three games. Also noted are mentions of a photo folder listing and an advertisement for accordion dress plaiting and cleaning services at Harrod's Studio, 110 Virginia ave, plus sewing repairs.

American Can Manufacturers’ League

Applications for liquor licenses in Indianapolis wards

Notices filed with Marion county authorities announce applications during the May term 1907 for licenses to sell intoxicating liquors in various wards. Franchises cover front rooms in multiple properties, with pool table privileges requested in some places, and refer to specific street corners, lot numbers, and subdivision details within Center and other townships. Notable applicants include John Finitzer Francis J Flaherty John B Gasper Dan Youngman and Matthias Zimmerman seeking licenses for premises on West Tenth Street New York Blackford Monument Place Washington East Street and other sites in Indianapolis Indiana.

Center Township Marion County Indiana Board of County Commissioners Washington Street Indianapolis Bord Bernhard Dorfman Fort Wayne Avenue Sorin Indianapoli Massen County Aso Otto Schier English Avenue State Street Fot Spann & Cos Woodlawn WM. Bloomberg Board of Commissioners Wiley & Martin Canter Township North Fayette Streets William EB. Cantlon Nereby State of Tenth Street Ketcham & Smith James P. Drake West Tenth Street John Finitzer New York and Blackford Streets Maguire Blackford and New York Streets Beard Francis J. Flaherty Monument Place Oxford Place Oxford East Washington Streets Dan Youngman Cherebry East Woodruff Asnbe Morris’ Addition Cty Mariog County Souths Nebraska Brees Matthias Zimmerman

Mack to a Irish Champ Mack to a Irish Champ

Johnny Mack plans a west tour featuring John L Sullivan a young Irish fighter not the former champion. Sullivan trained in Southington Conn beat Ireland’s Jim Rourke and Frank Craig and Bobby Dobbs in England and Ireland. Mack negotiates a match with Papke Peoria Hurricane as Sullivan aims to prove himself and draw crowds.

Sullivan Ireland Mack Jim Rourke Rourke England Frank Craig

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