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Newspaper

Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Nov 20, 1906

Page

7

Marshall As Successor To Pillsbury In Chess Title

American chess prodigy J Marshall prepares for the world championship by smoking about 25 cigars daily during the match with Dr Lasker. He aims to retire after the January contest, citing the grind of top play and his belief that long games shorten his life.

J. Marshall Marshall Pillsbury Dr. Lasker Philadelphia Towart Quaker City Cheas Wul Sadd Mar¢hat Fll Ufe Cheag Champion Iu

Donahue Welcomed Home by Springfield Fans

Springfield hero Jiggo Donahue, a famed Gret baseman for the Chicago White Sox, returned home to an ovation led by the Cadet band. Friends escorted him from the train to the Arcade as former Mayor Charles J. Dowlus joined in the welcome and he received a bouquet of chrysanthemums.

Donahue Specter Springfield Jiggo" Donahue Chicago White Jiggo Ton Truin Charles J. Dowlus Jiggs Klahhomé City

Shortridge High Plans Basketball Schedule

Work on the hortridge high school basketball schedule is under way under Manager Baker who expects to announce the complete program shortly. Dates include January 4 and February 1 with anticipated home and away games against Crawfordsville Anderson and Brazil. Captain Schaffer intends to assemble all candidates for the first practice Monday in December.

Hortridge Baker Crawfordaville Anderson and Braz Shortridge Gomes Schaffer

Sport notes and upcoming seasons across leagues

Anile Latham to manage Sharen team in Me 1 league next season. Brooklyn reports Cincinnati signing for DP el route in 1000. President Herrmann unaware of Jimmy Walsh set to fight Abo Atiel in Los Angeles next month. Wisconsin star to receive W despite no conference game play. Driver and Serum linked as possible Wisconsin assistants. Hugh Duffy to manage Providence in Eastern league next season and scout veterans Jude Dunn George LaChance Al Selbach. Peter Maher returns to boxing, loses to Eddie Haney. DeTmy back at fullback for Chicago, star of last Thanksgiving game out this year. President Murphy denies Chicago Nationals bookings with Philadelphia Athletics at Marlin Springs. Reda have March rounds at the springs.

Anile Latham Tere Brooklyn Cincinnati Ques Heider Huery Lydley Herrmann Hugh Duffy Providence Jude Dunn George LaChance al Selbach Duffy Murphy Chicago Nattannia Philadelphia Athletics Marlin Springs Reda the Springs

Kellys Claim Seeks Welterweight Title Shot

In a Chicago scene, Kelly presses for the welterweight crown as he eyes a rematch with OBrien and a potential bout with Jack Brien. OBrien’s reluctance to cut to 168 pounds fuels Kellys push while Cooley awaits a ten round opportu nity at Peoria following a near title contention run. Dave Barry’s eye injury from Kalamazoo shows signs of recovery amid ongoing training.

Kelly Barry Aileta Sven Midiliy welRit O'Brien Cari Jack Erlon Sel Tommy Ryan Asta Obrien Feed Cooley Chicago Peoria Unng Taga Dave Brary Cowley Jack O'Brien Los Angeles Tie Jack Selly Worcester New England Manly Calling Jesse Burkett Freq Doe

Old Officers Re-Elected by American Turf Association

The American Turf Association held its annual meeting in Chicago on November 2 and re elected all current officers. President M. J. Wann of Louisville, Vice President E. F. Corrigan of Chicago, Treasurer W. J. O'Brien of Chicago, and Secretary W. J. McAllister of Chicago were named to their posts again. The executive committee and board of appeals will remain unchanged.

Spreial Fos Chicago Ill America Turf Association Nual Aml Auditorium American Turf Association Western Jockey Club M. 3. Wann Louisville EF. Corrigan W. J. O'Brien W. J. McAliater Ant Caga Board of Appeala

Gatch Throws Two Wrestlers In Quick Juxtaposed Falls

The world champion heavyweight Frank Gatch attempted to throw Alex Swanson of Terre Haute and Fred Bartle of Marian within an hour last night. He succeeded against Swanson in 17 minutes and against Bartle in 16 minutes.

Suveral Om Lima Frank Gatch Alex Swanson Terre Haute Fred Bartle Marian

Sullivan Made President of Amateur Athletic Union

In New York on November .percent James B. Bullivan was elected president of the Amateur Athletic Union of the United States. Captain Juan J. Dixon of Brooklyn was chosen secretary and treasurer, succeeding Sullivan who held the post for 14 years.

Ayeda New York James B. Bullivan Amateur Athletic Union of the United States Juan J. Dixon Brooklyn Br. Sulivan

Lajoie After Stahl Special in The Sum Chicago Tl

Jake Stahl ex Washington manager faced pressure from Jon Cantillon as he weighs next moves. Chicago talks of keeping Stahl or trading him, with Cleveland Detroit Houston among potential destinations and trade rumors linking Trosaman Caffyn and Buelow to the talks.

Chicago Jake Stahl Washington Jon Cantill Lon Stahl Atea Cleveland Jake Trosaman Caffyn Buelow

Four Men in Trade Involving Boston Americans and New York

Special to The Sun Boston Nov 2 four players set to swap bases and positions. Chick Ton is to manage Boston Americans while Conn Roy of New York shifts to third for Boston. Jimmy Collins will play third for New York, and Jimmy Williams moves to second for Boston with Hobe Ferris at second for New York. Deals to be finalized at the December meeting.

Sun Boston Main Chick Ton '4 Boston Americans Conroy New York Jimmy Collins Baan Jimmy Willams Boston Americané Hobe Ferris

World Champion Dog Show Attracts Prestigious Awards

A Hempstead New York dog named Mortimer dominated the Philadelphia event, winning the world champion class with a dark spot mark and impressive weight. The Poor’s ayedal prizes included seven silver cups, medals, and cash. The veteran exhibitor has a lengthy career with notable shows in MH and across tours, earning acclaim in the Americas.

MH Ehews

Four Good Boxers In The Local Colony Rise

Local colony features Mickey Ford, Freddie Cole, Jerry Murphy, and Jimmy Cooley as standout featherweight and light welterweight prospects. Ford recently knocked out Ray Brunson in seven rounds in Kiowa, aiming for higher ranks. Cole draws with Ford for top featherweight potential. Murphy beat Greek Jimmy Ryan and eyes future title shots. Cooley shows rare form and momentum with nine knockouts this year. Local rivals eye Tammy Cody bout as next show in Peoria on November 7.

Indianapolis Hay Cove Gina Mickey Ford Featherweinhy Cie Freddie Cole Faurberwebsht Jeers Murphy Jimmy Cooley Mickey Borg Ford Ray Brunson Kikoma Jironyon Mickey Hronsen Assim Amekiy Ford Jay Hromsen Oey Hans Tingeout Conley Tol Mket Tammy Cody Chicago Peoria Jerry Murphy Jimmy" Ryan Terre Sunute

Nine Lives Lost to Date on the Football Field

Chronicle lists multiple football fatalities from practice and games across North America. Names include John Cowell Kennedy of Troy New Jersey, Cameron Paulin of Toronto, W Givnn Ells of Toronto, Charles Surdain of Mertistown New Jersey, Leonard Hommerie of Southside Pittsburg, Harry Fulwider of West Liberty Ontario, Leo C. Brown of Toidgatn Michigan, W-dames Curtis of Great Falls, and others from Intertal to Lafayette. Dates range September to November, with ages from teens to early thirties and causes primarily injuries during practice or games.

John Cowell Kennedy Troy Lawrenceville N. J Cameron Paulin University of Toronto W. Givnn Ells Set Charles Surdain Mertistown Leonard Hommerie Southside High School Pittsburg Harry Fulwider Weet Liberty Heheehant Leo C. Brown Toidgatn Dames Curtis Great Falls Tyle Nicol Mison Athlon Directae Thirduc University Lafayetto Ind

Promoter Rickard and Nolan Face Cash Dispute in Goldfield

In Goldfield a labor day boxing film dispute ends with warm words and no blood. Rickard accuses Billy Nolan of missing receipts from belts and pictures, with about 45,000 at stake. Nolan claims he is a firm member and demands accounting before settlement, while funds are held by Fenyesney awaiting payment decisions. The Goldfield Picture Company members Rickard Ganv Nelan and Nolan each hold one third.

Cincinnati Tex Rickard Goldfeld Billy Nolan Rickard Empire Fenynesney Sait Richard J. A. Tyen Goldfield Bitly Nolan Nolan Golgfield Picture Company Ganv Nelan Akron Laydon and Sutherland Barney Dougherty Johnny Carrigan Cameroon Wilson Sharon Tusher Wat Niles Fred Jean Teip Jean Coges Halt

Johnson backs shorter season in baseball reform

Chicago November reports quote President Johnson of the American league urging a cut of the schedule to about 110 games, with nine or eleven post season games. He argues northern cities face snow or rain in April and October, keeping the season too long and delaying post season.

The Sun Chicago Johnson Bir Jonneon Boston Detroit Cleveland

Heavy Weight Auto Cars Tested in Paris Race

Paris authorities tested heavy weight cars in a Marvelies and return race to assess their usefulness for war needs. The event, overseen by the war ministry, featured loads ranging from 4700 to 12000 pounds. No American cars were entered.

Paris Tuileries War Ministry

Rowdies Roar in Interstate Polo League Turmoil

The Interstate polo league faces rowdy scenes in Akron as fans mob referees. Sharon and Canton lead standings with Youngstown close behind. Akron struggles with weak personnel while trades bring Fred Jean to Niles and hints of sixteenth Mallory joining.

Bowling league results highlight high scores and series wins

The Manufacturers Bowling League Monday night saw Bond of Ling Fajroanks top the high series with 1 and led individual honors by Church of the American Cans. The West-Mana-Niemeyer team scored 23 and placed third as Laycocks won the complete series from National Auton. The Muod-Niemeyer and Atlad teams each earned wins, while Jenneys beat Fairbanks and Premiers upset American Cana. Turner Alleys and Columbia Alleys posted totals against Premiers and National Auton with multiple high scores. several players posted 100s and 200s in the night’s play.

Ing.leagiy Bond Church West Mana-Nlemeyers Laycocks Mnarvines National Auton Thy Muad-Niemeyer Chy Atlad Party Police Jenneys Fairbanks Wagh Mine-Niemeyer Senpe

FIGHTERS PROSPECT REST AS CHELSEA SETS UP BIG BOUT

The week ahead features Yanger facing Matty Baldwin at Chelsea and John O'Brien set to meet Tommy Burns in a Thanksgiving Day clash. Local ringside notes suggest Yanker's career may wane, with Kinney and Capont also involved in recent outsized bouts and mixed results shaping the sport’s mood.

Yanger Henry Yanger Chelsea Matty Baldwin Matty 19 Yanker Lite Chicagoan Kid Herman Stove Howe Steve Kinney Kinney Cooper AL New Castle Tony Capont Chicago Thilank George Koerner Larry Temps New Castle Whirl Helenh Tommy Byrne O'Brien

Leprosy Reported for Washington Custom House Examiner

Washington dispatch says George Pfeifer, an American examiner in the custom house appraiser's office, is stricken with leprosy. Pfeifer served in the Eighteenth infantry in the Philippines and was later appointed to a post in the custom house.

Washington Manus George Pfeifer Custom House Pfeifer Philippines Eighteenth Infantry Cever Seark Age

Race Results at New York First Race and Placings

Racing card reports several finishes with times and distances. Baringo takes the first race in 1 22, Valley Forge second in 4 23, and Lord Boanerges third in 1 14 5. Eltorado shows fourth in 1 6, Ivanhoe fifth in 1 48, with Ormondes Fight in a later split.

New York Baringo Tudor Valley Forge Pyle Frank Samera Varry Baylor Furl Ronge Lord Boanerges Otter Landsman Botanist Eltorado Horr

Shay Coming East In A Baseball Prospect Toast

Danville Indiana November 2 Col McVey veteran ball player writes of rising young talents on the current rosters notably Danny Sher of the Brockton team who has been assigned east again and is expected to join the New York Giants next year. McVey claims Sher has no equal at shortstop.

Shay L _ DANVILLE Ind Col McVey Los Angeles Clut Danny Sher Brockton New York

Stockton Widow Dies After Illness at Home

Mrs Frank R Stockton widow of the novellas died at her Washington home after several weeks illness. In Regina Manitoba a hotel Windsor hero burned yesterday killing seven people. Loss about 100000 dollars.

F. R. Stockton Washington, D. C Frank R. Srockton Berpe Regina Manitoba Windsor Aenae Ceres Amocinuve

Preacher Shot Himself in Accident Near Pryor Creek

In Pryor Creek I T Nov 2 Rev W J Webb of Pineville Missouri accidentally killed himself while pulling a bale of hay aboard his wagon. A discharged cartridge from his rifle struck him in the breast. The incident occurred yesterday as his wagon jolted on the road.

Jan. Pryor Creek I. 1 W. J. Webb Pineville

Some Stage Talk on Prosecuting President Peabody

Atty Jerome of New York cites coercion fears as the motive to prosecute President Peabody of the Mutual Life. Critics call the reasoning weak and politically motivated as the reelection period approaches and fewer supporters voice strong backing.

Jerome New York Peabody Mutual Life

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