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Newspaper

Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Oct 08, 1906

Page

7

New Football Rules Change Scoring Landscape Across Big Games

Under new rules, Washington State and Indiana clash as Wabash defeats Bloomington 2 touchdowns to 1 with forward passes shaping the score. The era sees more punting, fewer high totals, and heavier teams disadvantaged by the ten yard rule. Notre Dame tops Franklin College. Michigan romps Cal. East games note mixed results with Harvard Maine 17 0 and Yale 51 against Syracuse.

Pectices Formidadis Lorvant Adeker Baturiay Wabash Indicant Indiana Ingall Tish Bloomington Crawfordsville Blomington Sheldon Franklin Michigan Giants Fact Cal Ann Arbor Harvard Maine Pennsylvania North Carolina Dickinson Middies Oberlin Cornell Princeton Washington and Jefferson Tigers Yale Syracuse University of Maine Washington Jeferson Pennsyivania Pennsylvania State Annapolis Lafayattes Ursicus Lehigh George Washington Western Pennsylvania Franklin and Marshall Lebanon Vel- Teague Greensburg Connallaville Lat Womaska South Dakota Tobe Beatle McKeesport Irwin Western University of Pennsylvania Hiram College Colgate University Uden

Marion County bids sought for culvert and bridge work

Notice by Marion County Indiana Board of Commissioners seeks sealed bids for a culvert on Pendleton Pike in Lawrence Township and a bridge on Mt Nebo Road in the same township. Bids must include bonds and affidavits as required by law. The board may reject all bids and sets October 5 to October 25 1906 dates and deadlines.

Board of Commissioners Marion County Indiana Pendleton Pike Lawrence Township Auarter Board of Commissioners of Colock Mt Nebo Road North Ling the Auditor John M'Gregor Thos B. Spafford John EH Mgaughey OFRUS Clark Crooked Creek Washington, Township Inow. x Board

One More Effort Says Flanagan S Abstract

Special to The Sam from New York Oct. John Flanagan announces one final attempt to break records in the 50 pound weight and 11 pound hammer at the Irish American Athletic Club autumn games. He plans retirement after a long amateur career, hoping to spare younger athletes future pursuit of his marks. Flanagan is revered for his good nature and sportsmanship, with rivals and fans alike lamenting his departure from the sport.

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Nelson Sees Fight Thrown On Canvas Pictures Claim Referee Bias

Dane reports on a Goldfield fight viewable on moving pictures at Cincinnati Peoples theater. Nelson blames referee George Biller for a foul decision against Gans and asserts Siler failed to see a crucial blow. He cites crowd behavior, film evidence, and calls for a rematch to prove his victory and challenge the officiating.

Batting Nelson Moving Picture Machine People's Theater Cincinnati Nolan Haa George Biller Ring Gans Hite Alges Goldfield Nelson Tam Biler Siler Referea Biller Imine Atx

NO PACKING PLANT FOR THOS LIPTON

Distinguished visitor Sir Thomas Lipton declares no plans to buy a local packing plant and notes his retirement from business. The rumor of a Lipton purchase is dismissed as unfounded while a South Shore Country Club reception is noted for the afternoon.

Scripgpe-MeRas Press Association Chicago Btr Thomas Lipton Sir Thomas South Shore

Indians Return to Old Style Football Play

Carlisle coaches say the Indians will emphasize the traditional, clean game under new rules. No Carlisle player has suffered a nervous injury. only minor bruises reported as Remus Pierce guides a cautionary approach to avoid rough play while maintaining strength.

Carlisle Sun Redskin Eleven Indiana

Michigan Glad 70 Clash With Penn

Ann Arbor notes say Michigan promises speed over heft as 40 to 60 players practice daily for the fall bout with Pennsylvania on November 17. Students expect the Wolverines to stage a strong showing despite a light heavyweight lineup, while fans pack the stands as practice quickens.

Sun Ann Arbor Mich Get University of Michigan Pennsylvania Wolverines Quakers Yost Yout

Sports Roundup and Local Notes From Wisconsin

A busy Sunday with Lanit and Ben leading 6 to 8 in horseshoes. Alph Getty visits Goodpasture. Aug Cohart visits Charles Trimmer. Roy Dorr breaks a bogey shate. Frank Soucek buys a sulky plow after a trip to Jacks. Frank Ambrose’s cattle roam onto Maxwall's Timothy. a boating accident wets the pair. Sports items note Barstow buying stake in Peoria club and boxing plans for Thomas vs Fitzpatrick, plus various football and skating rink ventures and alumni games at Washington Park ending with a Manual Training win.

Ben Catert Louie Soucek James Henry Soucek Lanit Ben Frank Frank Ambrose Maxwall Timothy Jsho Tiss Carnal Hankey Baskey Wisconsin Sackson Minn Republic

Sports Week Highlights From Baseball To Boxing

Fall racing meets at Churchill Downs Belmont Park and Keeneland are listed along with hockey boxing and other events. Notable bouts include Joe Galligan versus Metsno and Joe Jeanette versus George Guhle. Boxing cards and schedules are spread across Lawrence Walley Falls Philadelphia and other venues.

Louisville Louisville Jockey Club Churchill Downs New York Wostchester Racing Association Belmont Park Lexington Kentucky Breeders’ Association Gayety Rattling Metsno Joe Galligan Lawrence Mass Joe Jeanette George Guhle Walley Falls Young Donghue Dava Deshler

Frisco Fans Demand Class in Boxing Fights

A San Francisco sports column laments lack of top tier boxing matches after a big fire, noting failed Berger-O'Brien talks, possible Britt and McGovern clashes, Nelson and Gans, and a dreary outlook as promoters fight over cards. Hanlon’s career is described as ended by Hyland’s victory, with criticism of fight trust manipulation and weak matchups.

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Multiple baseball and football scores fill the page

National League and college results listed with varied abbreviations and names. Yankee, Yale, Syracuse, Harvard, Princeton, Brown, and several college teams appear amid scattered box scores and notes on upcoming events and local boxing banter.

Reserves Beat All Stars In Brighton Beach Exposition

In front of a large crowd the Reserves defeated the All Stars Sunday. The Pros suffered from poor team play and errors as Duggan pitched poorly after starting. Four runs in the first inning powered the Reserves to a 4 0 lead, with early wind hits tallying in.

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