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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 31, 1906
Page
7
The piece argues the Gans Nel dispute remains unresolved and calls for a rematch. It notes the 42 rounds showed equal prowess, cites fouls and disputed decisions, and predicts a future showdown next summer or later to settle the champions status with public demand driving the likely arrangement.
Special to The Sun reports Herman and Gans may stage a con in Tonopah Nev. Three offers already received for haltte, but Tonopah likely to host the mateh. Promoter MLM Iley of the Mautne Athletic club says allay offers $20,000 for Thanksgiving, then Nato sewts Verma as manager but Gans cannot prepare. Ein may meet Herman on Christmas Day.
Willie Hoppe defeated Jake Schaster in a 400 point game at Tae Sta Baltimore on October 31. Schaefer scored 370, part of a planned 900 point two game match, which was shortened by agreement between players.
In New York City Pratt Institute in Brooklyn has decided to drop football. The executive committee meeting followed a recent game with Princeton in which a Pratt player was injured and has not recovered. Dr. Voorhees, Pratt’s physical instructor, called the sport brutal and unfit for their players.
A terse item notes a focus on a football eleven with a large implied stake or investment. The readable fragment hints at financial or resource emphasis surrounding a team unit, suggesting substantial backing or valuation without detailing names or figures.
TERRE HAUTE Ind Oct 31 Bob Fitsalmmons suffered a broken right forearm during a theater play after a boxing scene went wrong. He aimed for his sparring partner's jaw but the partner ducked in a wig causing the blow with the back of his hand and the injury resulted.
Rita Dunton Young wife of a famous baseball catcher was injured at her home near Gilmore when a pantry trap door left open caused her to fall into the cellar. She remained conscious for about an hour. injuries not believed serious.
A collage of sports gossip and results covers Jim Donovan and Welterweight prospects, Cubs and Sox form, Harry Mavis and other batters, Eddie Dillon and Jamieson in gridiron, and Eckersal’s long drop kick. Harness racing in Baltimore ends a record year, while Lewis and Gana loom in lightweight contention amid scattered notes on promoters and fights.
A lively piece ranks Napoleon Lajoie and George Stovall as top all around players for Cleveland, with Frank Isbell, Win Conroy, Hans Wagner, Roger Bresnahan, and Artis Hofman noted for versatility. It recalls Bud Hinkley’s rise from obscurity to major league utility star.
Jockey Herman Radtke defends himself amid claims of fixing the Tommy Waddell race. He asserts he did not pull the horse and that stable staff and trainer Ed Peters corroborate his stance. He discusses the sport’s temptations and his aim to earn honest money while denying any wrongdoing. He also notes pressure from management and media scrutiny.
Special to Tae Sam in San Francisco notes Sam Berger and Al Kaufmann are evenly matched in weight and measurements for tonight’s bout. Berger is slight favorite by a point, each weighing about 195 pounds with a large crowd expected. Neither fought yesterday, and both men are described as ready as the gang prepares them to clash.
Werger and Kaufmann prepare for a grudge bout with Kaufmann touted for a kick and Werger regarded as dangerous. Betting favors Kaufmann while observers note Werger’s endurance after a long 17 round/undefeated display. Los Angeles observer O’Brien traveled to appraise the matchup and discuss potential winners.
At St Joseph Missouri today a Kansas City fighter halted Milwaukee's Jack Nolad in the sixth round. The bout ended with Pap pore knocking Nolad unconscious, claiming a six round win for the Kansas City contender. The event took place at the Maxies' nb Tuesday.
Special to The Sqn reports ABe Attell, veteran featherweight, shaded challenger Untey Baker in a hard fought fifteen round bout. Attell used lefts to the face and body with steady defense while Baker pressed with lefts to the jaw. The crowd roared as both fighters traded fierce exchanges late, with Attell ultimately prevailing amid a chaotic end.
In Los Angeles Abe At of was given the decision over Jarry Baker after a twenty round bout at the Pacific Athletic Club Tuesday night. Fans declared the result a draw, noting Attell’s ring generalship and strong chin work, while Baker pressed from start to finish with hard straight jabs and clever defense.
Race results mix with college team news and track data. Reports from New York and Cincinnati races list times and entrants, while Notre Dame and Purdue loom in football context. Indiana's future next year hinges on eligibility and scrubs.
Pre bout chatter centers on whether Kid Hermon can challenge Joe Gans with local observers doubting TerMan ability. The Philadelphia scene weighs the chances of a potential bout as boxing fans discuss Gans supremacy and Hermon’s form.
Ture appears to be performing better than usual as the team gains confidence with players and students believing a victory over Notre Dame is within reach.
Kingans expanded their lead in the Mercantile Bowling League on Tuesday night. Indiana Nationals, The Capital Nationale, and the American Nationals lost three matches to opponents Fletcher, Linders, and Lilly-Balanker five. Mueller of the Fletchers had the high score with 235. Me Caber and the Waynes also posted entries as M. J. Yeague played. Smyrs Dye Works listed at 320 Market.
Ed Faulkner, a wrestler from Maryland, marries Catherine Glazer of Asheville after a romance that began in Asheville last winter. The couple, who faced parental objections over faith, plan to live at 1 Washington Street in Indianapolis while Faulkner continues wrestling and tours cities like Marion.
The 182 balkiine championship of America will be played in New York on November 19 and following days. Arrangements were complete yesterday. The field includes Charles Peiornen of St. Louis Albert G Cutter of Boston Al Taylor of Chicago Gray Tom Gallagher and Edward McLaughlin of New York and Harry Clue of Philadelphia. Players who have not won world’s championship for ten years are eligible.
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