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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 12, 1907
Page
7
Eastern and western gridiron selectors eye week of inter-sectional play as Carlisle Indians and Pennsylvania head west to meet Minnesota and Michigan’s Yost machine. Yale and Princeton clash in a pivotal eastern championship race with Penn and Cornell also in contention.
Shortridge football gains momentum as players Scott Gates and Kastner return from injuries. With Steele High in Dayton upcoming, Coach Miller focuses on preparing the team for the season finale against Manual, aiming for peak condition.
Ann Arbor, Nov 12 Coach Yost weighs Allerdice for the right halfback spot as the secret practice points to a likely starter against Pennsylvania. The Indianapolis recruit impressed in the Vanderbilt game, showing strength on plunging plays, with possible Douglas subbing if needed by fatigue or strategy.
At a National Commission session in Cincinnati President Joe O'Brien acted as representative for George Tebeau in the Campbell matter. The case questions Campbell's eligibility and the balance of power between the Commission and the National Association. The panel also ordered New York to pay $1,000 to New Orleans, while Hinchman moved to Pittsburgh for $1,000 to Cleveland andSebring's reinstatement was firmly refused.
The annual fall sale of the Indian apolis Sales company opened under auctioneer George A. Bain. Buyers and sellers from across the country attended as two daily sales began at noon with horses sold as cataloged. The pavilion will be brightly lit for the evening sale and a gallery section reserved for ladies and escorts. Over 1,000 horses are expected to change hands this week in the yard's horse market.
Special to The Sun from Lexington Kentucky on November 12 reports James H. Baker and Jerry Taylor planning to ship a carload of horses to New Orleans for the winter racing. Baker will bring six yearlings along with Gauze French Nun Abbington Arrow Swift and Black Fox. Taylor will dispatch Pleasantview Bella Moscow Belle and one yearling.
Official notice received by Receiver Eisele that the sale date for the Diasex park race track property is deferred to February 1. Peoples Coal and Cement Co successors to Logsdon Bros Fuel Co note contact phones.
DC United Press reports Illinois college football team the Maroons have vaccinated players Ander son and Moulton after Paul Phelps contracted a light smallpox case. Anderson remains a key strength and Moulton may start at guard against Carlisle Indians.
Del Mason in Lockport says he wants the Eastern league return. McGraw predicts Merkle will be a strong first base, while Dan McGann bears the blame for next year. Criss impresses Browns recruits and umpires fear his line drives. Johnny Mack calls Billy Papke overrated, and Moran and Neil duel in San Francisco on November 23. St Louis critics target McAleer’s trades as weak pitching. Washington hints Elberfeld to captain and Grif to acquire Patten and Altizer. Donovan and Walcott plan a November 24 meeting for 15 rounds. Minor league stars to boost AL color next season. Green to White Sox, Blue to Browns, and White joins Sox. Keeler buys Brooklyn building. Connie Mack endorses Athletics stability and Waddell’s value remains high for 1908.
The wrestling show arrives Wednesday at Stover's hall in Clifton and Adelaits. Billy Schober battles Howard Wiggam in the lightweights with Harry Vail against Albert Nielson in the heavyweights. Otto Schipple and Fred Brand in lightweights join Shorty Burch versus Steve Siler in featherweights.
The Sun invites readers to place a ten word rental advertisement free for three days in its want columns. Readers with vacant rooms or rental needs can use this service to reach local audiences.
Harvard football faces doubt as Theodore Roosevelt Jr. is sidelined with a sprained ankle, possibly ending his varsity season. Rand is accused of a foul, which he denies, while teammates note his perseverance in practice and a willingness to continue competing despite injury.
Discussion of Princeton overtraining risk before Yale game and Brown star freshman McKay joining varsity next year. Mentions Harvard Yale tensions, Big Eight conference plans, and Dr. Hutchins’ Chicago meeting. Army Navy box sales at M. Thomas & Sons raise questions, Penn clubhouse privileges, and Carlisle rumors. Yale fears Princeton, with Dillon, Harlan, McCormick, and Wadsworth noted amid scattered odds and ends.
A list of eight fatalities cited from games this season includes Earl Ruddell of Columbus Indiana aged 18 who died from injuries sustained in a football game. Other named victims include Leonard J Clarkson Norwich University Hanover NH, Albert Flowers Zanesville OH, W C Albrecht Chicago IL, Richard Evans Wooster College Cleveland OH, Matthew Burke New York NY, Eugene Bourne Salt Lake City UT, Thomas Bertram Portage PA Altoona PA.
The report covers Monday night bowling results in the Manufacturers and Retail Coal leagues. High scores include Westcott 260 for the Premiers, Poehler 226 for the Jenneys, and Remler 224 for the National Autos. Various teams split two games while others won two from rivals, with several tight series noted.
Jimmy Rowe, who trains horses for James R. Keene, will receive $50,000 this year the largest sum ever earned by a trainer in the United States. Rowe has been America's leading trainer for years and his record matches the Keene stable's record for high stakes winnings.
The Shortridge eleven endured a severe workout as Steele High of Dayton looms Saturday. Coach Miller may use scrubs to protect regulars for Manual. Southerland of Wabash, an all Indiana standout for three years, leaves as he eyes possible coaching roles.
Poet hunter Dick Bradley leaves Monday for Lake Manitou to spend several days pursuing ducks quails and other game. He plans to recount the hunt in verse upon his return. Compeer Cigar promotes its Bold Everywhere slogan as the best on earth.
Promoters in Indiana and elsewhere debate outcomes as top colored fighters Yo Jackson Langford and Young Peter Jackson clash for titles. Papke and Caponi meet in Peoria after recent draws, while Summers faces Moody in Philadelphia and Willie Fitzgerald argues with Eddie Chambers.
The Brooklyn and Coney Island Jockey clubs announce increases in major handicaps from 20000 to 25000 and expand prize money across many races at Sheepshead Bay and related tracks. The changes align with Brighton’s purse level, with added money across the Suburban, Brooklyn, and numerous stakes.
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