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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 06, 1907
Page
7
A city led by a Sun newspaper compilation reports 256 deaths in ten months from Jan 1 to Nov 1 nationwide, with 96 pedestrians killed by wheels. It details rising fatality rates, compares auto deaths to rail and disaster events, and condemns reckless driving and urban speed.
The National Investment company, formed to run horse races, suspended after losing $25,000 for Wabash stockholders and more for Andrews, North Manchester, Marion, Peru, and Huntington investors. Races were run in Cincinnati with dividends paid for a period, drawing in local business men who also faced losses.
Chicago lightweights Packey McFarland and Kid Herman, among the west’s best, meet November 21 in Davenport, Ia, to decide superiority with no Joe Gans in the statement. The bout follows Marquis of Queensberry rules with 183 pounds weigh in at 6 o clock. Jim OLeary backs McFarland and a South Side following backs Herman. Malachi Hogan to referee.
A New York state bicycle maker predicts a banner year ahead as orders already exceed last December and the firm plans for 1905 1906 and 1907. The executive cites past peaks in 1897 and 1898 as benchmarks, expecting the coming year to set new records amid growing cycling interest.
Matlock of the Pletchers led with 224 in the Commercial league. Heiler of the Capital Nationals was second with 222. Louden of the Central Unions tied with McCain of the Indiana Nationals for third at 212. The Water company beat Lilly & Stalnaker three games while the Liebers defeated the Browns. Capital Nationals fell to Central Unions, Indiana Nationals to Marotts, and Kingans to the Fletchers.
Benny Yanger once billed as the Tipton Slasher quits the ring after accepting a fight with Dick Hyland in Salt Lake City Utah later this month. The Chicago dispatch notes Yanger packs into the game again and heads for the match.
A reader offers a vacant room for use, prompting informal interest and questions about possible terms. Neighbors discuss accessibility and safety concerns as the notice circulates.
Eddie Stern, manager, cancelled the boxing carnival in La Porte saying it would be inadvisable to proceed after ministers and Gov. Hanly urged officials to stop the event. The main attraction was a ten round bout between Jack O Niel of Philadelphia and Otto Sieloff of Chicago.
Anti boxing talk by ministers governor and attorney general has spurred ads for the next show at the Auditorium in a week. Indian Joe Gregg faces Jack Morgan in a highly anticipated match with supporters expecting a record crowd. Young Sharkey meets Young Kid Farmer in a clever bout labeled boxing.
Chicago Nov 6 George Sutton won against Jake Schaefer in 18 inch balk line two shots in 500 to 241 to retain the world championship emblem. Sutton averaged 331 3, high run 232 in the ninth inning while Schaefer averaged 161 15 with runs 93 and 90. About 1500 enthusiasts filled Orchestra hall to watch the veteran defend his title.
Local police recall M c Coy known as Foxy Youth with a keen study of crime. Veteran detective Jerry Kinney says the Kid could succeed as a detective as he did in boxing and that he often visits the Indianapolis police station. Desk Sgt Len Crane notes McCoy’s lifelong interest in policing and his sharp, suave manner toward crooks.
Veteran shortstop Monte Cross will captain the Kansas City Blues of the American Association next year after signing a contract following talks with owner George Tebeau. The move places Cross in a managerial role while questions loom over Jim Burke’s future with the Cowboys and potential moves to Louisville. Indianapolis and Milwaukee have reportedly made Burke offers.
A wife warns that once Edison concrete homes become popular, men who enjoy doing simple house chores may face a difficult challenge adapting to the new trend and expectations at home.
The article portrays Kid McCoy as a master card manipulator who allegedly disposed of five rings before steamer time and carried a hundred dollars. It recounts his travels to Frisco, staying at the Palace hotel, living well while funds lasted, and speculates on future ventures and lavish schemes.
Shortridge football suffers a string of injuries with Kastner Thomas and Hancock returning from serious injuries Gates sidelined with a sprained ankle and star fullback and kicker Scott out long term. The team heads into a crucial game against Louisville Male at Washington Park, a perennial schedule难 hardest matchup.
The article surveys top teams and players including Princeton and Pennsylvania breaking 200 points, Harvard last met Pennsylvania in 1905, Yale’s new coach Clinton Borabach, Capron scoring all Minnesota’s points, and mysteries like a 215 pound guard Alley at Harvard. It notes Purdue players Mehegan and Bryan returning, injuries at Notre Dame, potential Wabash Notre Dame game, and buckwheatless buckwheat cakes as a novelty discovery.
Philadelphia November 6. Star pitcher Rube Waddell appears headed for the minors as manager Connie Mack plans to drop him next season. Other aging stars like Monte Cross andTommy Thomas are also exiting. several players may retire or move to minor leagues as spring camps approach.
Tom Speake a Lilly bowler works on form not shape. Billy Papke set for six rounds with Pat O Keefe in Philadelphia. Charley Ebbett and Henry Medicus nearly own Brooklyn club after buying stock from Abell and Hanlon. Nichols to third and Eddie Collins to short may be in Philadelphia set. Jimmy Collins expected for blue ticket. Matty McIntyre promotes himself amid White Sox trade talk and Highlanders pursuit. Detroit post season money not deterring a move.
The McCabes beat the Webers in a three game series at the Washington Alleys. Connaughton led McCabes with 187 tallies as the night’s scoring details show McCarthy Syfried and others contributing. Final tallies across games totaled 655 for the McCabes and 664 for the Webers.
A humorous tale recounts Schulz arriving in Ann Arbor after deciding to join Michigan. At Fort Wayne he was a star, but Yale coach traits and Michigan legends staged a staged reception with key athletes to intimidate him. Schulz fled campus believing the football giants blocked his chance to make the team.
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