Giants Athletica split pay rumor denied by McGraw
A circulating tale claimed the New York Giants and Philadelphia Athletics would divide championship gate receipts, but manager John McGraw rejected the notion saying the club would play to win and share only on merit. Several players on both sides reportedly refused the deal, and talks faded without agreement.
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Philadelphia Jack OBrien Talks Boxing Career and Training
The piece profiles Philadelphia boxer Joseph Francis O'Brien, known as Philadelphia Jack, detailing his rise from amateur to pro, key bouts in England and the United States, training beliefs, diet, and philosophy. He emphasizes pace, weight classes, daily exercise, speed against larger opponents, and caution to protect hands while pursuing victory.
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Rubin to claim Jeffries heavyweight title in six weeks
New York Nov Gus Rubinl says he has stronger claim to the heavyweight title than any other man and will force a title bout. He posted a forfeit with Al Smith to box any challenger and will claim the title if the offer remains unaccepted after six weeks.
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Final round for city amateur golf title set
The final round of the Gulf tournament for the city amateur championship is played Tuesday afternoon between Lennox and McPherson, the two players to advance from the preliminaries. The 8 hole match features two seasoned competitors with high stakes as the city title hangs in the balance.
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Promising Trio On Stanford's Eleven
The Stanford varsity team forms around A J Chambers and HR A Thompson with Crow likely at fullback and Fenton at quarterback. Stokine centers, Brennen guards, and Brennen leads a strong line as candidates fill ends and tackles. The squad shows speed and training, with growing confidence for the intercollegiate game against Berkeley.
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Golf superstitions and players odd beliefs noted
A dated sports miscellany surveys golf superstitions from players tapping tees to avoiding bad luck on the green. It recounts notable moments from matches and players including Smith, Anderson, and Duffey, with side notes on temper, bunkers, and pregame rituals shaping golf lore.
Sporting of all sorts and odd boxing bets roped in
Eastern writers predict Champion Jet Jett to return and contest a formidable antagonist as a new championship claim emerges from Melbourne with a $1000 purse for Squires Kendrick Night and J J Jeffries. Australia’s McCall gets $3300 expenses if Jeffries fights there but may refuse. Major turf news covers Johnson, Hawt and Bottler, boxing’s Byline scene, and looming Louisiana horse racing ban. other notes include Huddy Ryan’s eye injury and Parson’s explanation of Brooklyn's baseball woes.
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Central Polo League Tuesday’s Games
Kokomo challenges Indianapolis in a Central Polo League matchup on Tuesday with both teams seeking a win to improve standings.
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Reynolds Named Captain of Pennsylvanias Eleven
Special to The Run reports Marshill Reynolds of the University of Pennsylvania football team has been chosen captain but faces matriculation issues in the Law school. Governor Hughes sent word supporting Reynolds's immediate entry as a student. Separately at Blair Baker stockyards strong turnout anticipated for the opening sale of horses with sixty breeders sending consignments. The sale runs daily with evening lighting and a balcony for ladies, featuring speed horses like Dartmore and Madame Direct among others with times near 2:1x.
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Indian pitcher recall spans past leagues and legends
A long excerpt recalls Charley Bender of the Athletics with a brother in baseball, mischief and alcohol stories, managers pursuing Gleason and Gleason’s vigor, Radbourn’s record with the Providence Grays, and rumors of Braves/Memphis links to a Missouri league exodus.
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Polo Drives Ikokomo at Auditorium Tuesday Night
The Indians will try to win as Polo drives Iokomo to the Auditorium on Tuesday night. Marion misses the game. Camp Bell and Lewis hit spot goals as Suckers beat Marion 4 to 2. Mercer joins Logansport. Lincoln to Anderson. Anderson edges Lafayette. Farrel and Woodtin spark win. Phil Jason debuts for Fort Wayne after a late start. Railroaders fall to Logansport 5 to 1.
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