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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1905
Page
7
Albany May 11 New law amends the Penal code to bar gifts or gratuities to agents or employees to influence actions. It targets commissions or discounts given to recommend or store cars, with penalties including fines up to 1000 and up to one year in jail for violators.
The piece covers boxing and baseball tidbits with various players and teams. Wile Lewis plots a fight with Battling Nelson while American association ball quickens pace. Details touch on Jockey Baird, Frank Reale, Jenkins, Chesbro, and others amid a flurry of trades, contracts, and match talk across leagues.
George Lyon, the great Canadian golf player who won the world's fair championship last summer at St Louis, will play in this year's English Amateur Championship in England.
Jack Gotch challenges Tom Jenkins to a catch as catch can heavyweight match at Madison Square Garden, New York, May 2. They have met several times with mixed results, Jenkins hampered by a lame arm. The bout is billed as a major Gotham attraction likely to draw thousands seeking an exhibition of grappling prowess.
The Hoosiers start a Western series beating with Min Reapolly then St. Paul and Milwaukee before returning home. They face three games in St. Paul, with Farrell out of the lineup early and Tate Cromley likely to play against the Millers Tuesday. Louisville backers push to control the captain as the trip tests the team’s real ability and upcoming season prospects.
Fragmented OCR lists National League players and batter names with scattered team hints. The readable portions mention New York and Philadelphia affiliations, several pitchers and runners, and stray counts, but most details are garbled and unclear.
The American League and National League results mix in a dense recap showing multiple games. Key batter changes include White and Sullivan for one squad and Mullin and Sullivan for another, with pitchers and umpires noted for several matchups across cities such as St Louis Cleveland Washington South Bend and Lafayettes.
An account of a race linked to national pride, detailing contestants and dramatic moments. It mentions Lord Brassey and figures like Becket and Muir, highlighting the rivalries between Engishspea k and other nations as part of a broader sporting contest.
Fred Wlwyke praises calm temper and veteran leadership while discussing a recent game. Wagner strikes out Clarke as the Titans face the Mytrswites, with Cincinnati figure Hermann weighing in on the value of youth, spirit, and steady nerves to balance a team.
Special to the Sun reports the National Commission in Cincinnati acted on charges of conspiracy against organized baseball by attorney Howard Griffiths of Jersey City. A hearing to defend himself will be set in two to three weeks, likely in Chicago, as five minor leagues and league presidents are to state their positions on the matter.
Attorneys for William Cody filed a motion for a new trial arguing the court erred in denying his divorce. They say the ruling was unjust and indicate the case will be appealed to the highest court.
Commodore R E B Tod of the schooner Thistle leads a field of a dozen ocean racers in the Kaiser's Cup tong race from Sandy Hook to the Lizard. Tod will race against top pros as the only true Corinthian skipper among professionals hired by others.
Special to the Run New York reports on Ed Johnston defending his umpire decisions amid player clashes. He notes that disputes with some batters and catchers disrupt the game and undermine both playing and umpiring standards. The gist is a plea for sportsmanship and cooperation to avoid further trouble.
"Looks strange to Ewing," he observed after watching a Cincinnati game with keen interest. He felt the Reds should never lose to a misfit Cardinals squad and noted the Brooklyn roster featured only Ned Hanlon and Sheckard apart from Hanlon. Buck appeared fit and strong, a boost to his many admirers.
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