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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 09, 1908
Page
6
Gans vows to stop Nelson inside 20 rounds claiming improved condition and a knockout. Nelson predicts a knockout within six rounds, promising to stay on Gans and seize the win as soon as possible after the bell.
San Francisco September reports that Jim Gans and Battling Nelson prepare for a scheduled 45 round price fight at Coffroth arena this afternoon. Gans adjusts his training after past faults and aims to prove his best, while Nelson, favored in betting at 2 to 1, vows a decisive win if they meet again.
Club directors will meet after season end to declare profits. Reported earnings near 72,009 with capitalization of 50,000. A defense fund will be set aside. Winter plans include enlarging the grandstand and other improvements due to crowding.
The piece spotlights the pennant races in both leagues with managers McGraw Clarke Chance Murray Jones McAleer Jennings Lajoie and a battle for the post season purse. It notes Detroit Chicago St Louis Cleveland contenders and hints at prize money for players as the stretch run unfolds.
Allen Winter, the American Derby winner, will be entered in the 2:80 trotting stake at today’s state fair races. The card features three races: the 2:80 trotting stake, the 2:17 trot, and the 2:19 pace, with Fausto Justo and Robert I. Jr. noted among yesterday’s winners in the day’s summaries.
The Flower of the Ranch and Fifty Miles From Boston troupes will play baseball at Washington Park Thursday morning. Ollie Chitl, Central league official, will sit on the judicial bench. Manager Mast of The Flower of the Ranch company says his team can't lose.
Dan Patch, the world famous pacer, clocked a mile in 1:58 at the Michigan state fair grounds yesterday. He aimed to beat his 1:55 record, achieving the fastest exhibition time ever in the state.
First race features Brookdale Nymph Nimbus Live Wire. Second race includes Boema Adoration. Third race lists Trance Miss Kear ney Field Mouse. Fourth race Fashion Plate Strike Out Sir John. Fifth race Whitney entry Brother Jonathan Miss Crawford. Sixth race Dark Night Lord Stanhope. Three best bets Fancy straight second race Fashion Plate straight fourth race Dark Night straight sixth race.
Los Angeles report states middleweight champion Papke will not fight a Negro and will avoid Sam Langford while preparing for Hugo Kelly on October 14. Ketchell may delay return to San Francisco after a harsh beating, with potential rematch talks involving Langford.
At Washington Park this afternoon a 2:15 start for the first game and a second after a rest. Durham sid Marquard will pitch for the locals against visitors with Lattimore and Tate Cromtey for the ex-Hoosiers. A big benefit game is planned next Tuesday with a pick team versus the champions to raise proceeds for local players.
Hal Chase arrived in San Jose from New York and visited his father before playing with local players at Luna Park. He said he would join Stockton for the Admission Day series, citing higher pay and obligations to Stockton, and the barnstorming trip was abandoned as the players seek rest.
A short satirical reflection argues tipping depends on social and economic factors. The narrator lists reasons for generous tips, including concern for the waiter's welfare, disdain for being a waiter, and fear of negative service consequences. The piece satirizes social expectations in civil service and class interaction.
Pittsburg wins 9 to 2 over St Louis as Camnitz stays effective and the Pirates tie the world record with only two assists. Philadelphia Nationals outslugged Boston 6 to 4 amid misplays. Rucker battled Mathewson in a nine inning duel, Giants squander chances via baserunning, Seymour and McCormick keying the only run. Detroit loses to Chicago due to base running errors, Parenteau’s hitting noted. St Louis muffles Cleveland 2 to 0 as Petty mops bases. Athletics rally past New York in the ninth on a Davis homer with two aboard. Fiene shines for Minneapolis. St Paul uses six first-inning runs to beat Kansas City. Evansville ends Central league season as 1908 champions with a 15-12 win over Terre Haute in a benefit game.
Wulschner's announces a new lineup of aircraft starting at 1665 dollars with higher priced models available. The trade line highlights include diverse features and options for buyers seeking modern aviation equipment.
Seats for the big benefit game to aid Indianapolis players go on sale tomorrow. Civic groups back the event and a strong crowd is expected. The match features Indianapolis against top semi pro timber with several pros from bush leagues, as a barnstorming tour follows the season under President Watkins. Marquard joins the Giants later but will receive his share of the proceeds.
In the American Association Toledo visits Indianapolis while Louisville plays Columbus and St Paul hosts ce Lo. In the National League Kansas City meets Minneapolis Cincinnati faces Pittsburgh New York battles Brooklyn Chicago visits St Louis and Philadelphia faces Boston. In the American League Chicago travels to Detroit St Louis goes to Cleveland New York plays Philadelphia and Boston visits Washington.
Evansville captured the Central League title as South Bend finished second Dayton took third and Ft Wayne fourth in the final standings. In Pittsburg officials from the American Bowling Congress met to discuss the next national tournament with President August Herrmann and Secretary Abe Langtry leading the talks.
Hoosiers edge Mad Hens 3 to 1 as Siever dazzles with sharp pitching and fielding support. West struggles early while Hickman belts a triple and Cook adds an outfield sacrifice fly. Despite heavy hits from Toledo, local defense and timely hitting seal the win.
A compilation of yesterday’s results across multiple leagues shows Indians, Tigers, and Phillies posting wins. Notable scores include Indianapolis 3 over Toledo 1 and Milwaukee 6 nil over Philadelphia 0.
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