Condition Stronger Than Fancy Plays In Indiana Notre Dame Game
Coaches Barry and Sheldon emphasize conditioning over flashy plays as Indiana and Notre Dame push for stronger physical form. Reports say both teams are prioritizing endurance to withstand a hard second half, with focus on straight football and line plunges to counter, aiming to finish tougher than opponents.
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Baldwin Defeats Sullivan on Points After 15 Rounds
In Baltimore last night Matty Baldwin of Boston won a decision on points against Kid Sullivan of Washington after 15 hard rounds at the Eureka Athletic Club. Sullivan outboxed Baldwin in infighting while Baldwin effectively scored with jabs, then fought at distance to secure the verdict.
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Matty Baldwin
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Kid Sullivan
Washington
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Baldwin
Sullivan
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Weston Starts On Walk from Portland to Chicago
Edward Payson Weston begins a 1,230 mile trek to Chicago despite heavy rain. The veteran walker aims to beat his 26 day record from forty years ago, with Boston as the first milestone and routes via Troy Utica Syracuse Buffalo Cleveland and Toledo. Former Mayor Baxter and police officer Joseph C. Sterling witness the start.
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Attell Wears Down Weeks to Win in Fourth Round
Abe Attell dominated Freddie Weeks in Los Angeles on October 30, stopping the bout in the fourth round after a burst of blows. Weeks, knocked down five times, rose each time before the referee halted the action, giving Attell a decisive victory and proving his superiority in their weight class.
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Punts and Passes in Indiana Football Roundup
Vincennes called off its game with Shortridge slated for Saturday. Notre Dame, Indiana, DePauw, Wabash, Franklin, Butler, Earlham and other Indiana programs feature speed and evolving line play as teams prep under coaches. Cornwall adds a portable steel stand for football and baseball bleachers, while Earlham introduces soccer.
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White
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Burns Pursues Easy Fights for Money and Fame
Special to The Sun reports Tommy Burns, the French Canadian heavyweight, traveling to London to fight Gunner Moir. Burns vows to chase soft opponents first for money and insists he is not afraid of Jack Johnson, planning a Johnson rematch only after securing wealth. He describes himself as strategic, aiming to maximize earnings and minimize risk in early bouts.
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Outlaws Face Major Leagues Over Farm System
At the National Association of Minor Leagues convention in New York President Harry Pulliam said the major leagues would defend organized baseball against outlaw clubs and invaded territory. The American Association and Eastern League sought a special class, while the Southern and Pacific Coast leagues would oppose changes. The association reports over 4,000 players employed across 36 leagues in 244 cities with major league clubs paying more than 265 thousand dollars in 200 decisions.
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Falling on the Ball A Guide for Players
Article XII presents techniques for securing the ball in play. It advises diving knees first when the ball moves away, hugging the ball to the body, and avoiding lifting the ball off the ground. It notes safe falls with knees and elbows, two illustrated methods, and daily practice to master ball handling.
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Schedule Committee Named For Indoor Baseball League
William Wellman Fred Fisher and Bugh Donahue named to the schedule committee for the new indoor baseball league. They will meet this week.
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Fred Fisher
Bugh Donahue
Bowling Monarchs Take Two Victory Over Bretzels
The Monarchs of the Elks' league won two games against the Bretzels on Tuesday night. Individual high score went to a Bretzels bowler with 207 as Elks Alleys produced the night’s top marks.
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Cantillon Pursues Roth to Bolster Nationals Catching
Washington Oct 30 Manager Joe Cantillon of the Nationals opened talks with Brewers owners to land catcher Frank Roth a veteran backstop. Cantillon seeks a seasoned man to complement Blankenship and Street and believes Roth a strong fit given major league experience hitting speed and base running. Roth played for Philadelphia Indianapolis St. Louis Browns and Milwaukee before two seasons in the minors.
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White Sox
Philadelphia
Indianapolis
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Milwaukee
Papke Chooses 154-Pound Middleweight Title Bout
Bill Papke agrees to meet Hugo Kelly at 154 pounds and 3 o'clock when arranged. Papke announced after Kelly’s Italy trip that he would fight any middleweight in America at 154 pounds. Dr Message reportedly guaranteed a good purse and Jack Curley’s backing is hinted. Nevada could host the bout, date to be set.
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FIRST CALL ON TENNEY IN NEGOTIATIONS
A long distance message from Philadelphia reports Philadelphia National Leagues manager Shettsline refused to consider any transfer of Fred Tenney from Boston. Pittsburgh, first in line for Tenney, would acquire him if he leaves Boston.
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Water closet ordinance for theaters in Indianapolis 1907
General Ordinance No. 1 1907 requires suitable and separate water closets for men and women in theaters opera houses and similar buildings The facilities must be open for fifteen minutes before each entertainment A violation carries a fine between five and fifty dollars per day The ordinance takes effect after publication in the Indianapolis Sun and was certified by City Clerk James McNulty on October 2 1907 with mayoral approval noted
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Patsy Hogan Visiting En Route to New Orleans
Patsy Hogan, famed pugilist nicknamed the Beau Brummer, is in the area and headed toward New Orleans or a milder climate. He plans to return this way with the birds in spring to rejoin his former associate Freckles O'Brien, who brags of prosperity and a hammer lock on success.
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Freckles O’brien
Easterns Defeat Franklin in Local Gym Basketball Clash
In a Tuesday night game at the M. C. A. gymnasium the Easterns defeated Franklin’s basketball team by 4 points. The Athletics also triumphed over the Rivals with a score of 2 points.
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Pride of Star weight contest sparks local boxing card
Indianapolis fans await a headline welterweight clash as Jack Morgan faces Russell Van Horn in a 145 pound bout. The card features a half dozen rising talents and promises tough battles among local hopefuls amid wagers on Morgan and other upsets.
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Russell
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Sullivan Triumphs as Caponi Loses Bout at Young John
Sullivan defeated Caponi after a solar plexus blow ended the fight in the third round as Caponi substituted in for a sick opponent. Referee Ryan oversaw a steady contest with Beebe ready to step in if Sullivan could not continue. Beebe reportedly is in Philadelphia and Indianapolis plans explored as potential substitute.
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Brewster Back Stays With Cornell Football Team
Special to The Ithaca Journal reports Brewster backs coach Perry Field will remain with the Cornell football team for the season. The officer from Cleveland, C appears in the note as a backer or contributor to the coaching staff.
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