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Newspaper

Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Sep 24, 1903

Page

7

Great bulge of horses under two ten pace season totals

A lengthy report notes a large group of horses in the season under the two ten mark. It lists trotters and pacers, marks, and leading performers such as Lou Dillon, Tom Keene, Billy Buck, Major C, Dan Patch, and Maj. Delexar. It names top trotters and pacers, with early season progress and select class changes.

Usis Lou Dillon Tom Keene Billy Buck Major C Dan Patch Maj. Delexar Trotters Lou Durem Delmar John A. McKerraon

Dan Patch Pacer Valuation Debate Triggers Tax Question

The Dan Patch pacer owned by Mr. Savage faces tax questions as the Minnesota board of equalization weighs whether the horse’s real value equals its purchase price or reflects its future earning potential. Despite $60,000 being cited, bids up to $70,000 have appeared, while the animal is listed at $241 by the tax collector.

Minneapolis Savage Dan Patch Board of Equalization Dan Fateh Dan Drahabie Sud Apd Dan Pateh

New Training Stunts At Manual School Football

Coach Orme of Manual training school reveals new training stunts for football players. Candidates pair up and engage in personal tussles then perform the lazy man's run with a long rope around the field. The aim is to boost speed and endurance amid fresh activity after Coach Deme's arrival.

Orme Manual Training School Thoee Harvard Deme

Coughlin to Meet Fitzsimmons in September Bout

The former champion Fitzsimmons is set to clash with Irish stunt Com Coughlin in a six round match at Pita Aelphia on September 2. Western sports writers believe Coughlin’s size advantage could help him overcome the red-haired title holder. Coughlin stands taller weighs more and has a longer reach than Fitzsimmons.

Fitesimmons Com Coughlin Pita. Aelphia Wsstera Coughlin Atanet Fitz Red Robert

En Million Dropped and Bookmakers Realize Gains

A famed esllmates analysis notes that since Alamadu won the Carter handicap at Aqueduct in April, bookmakers have profited heavily. The piece cites bettors and professionals profiting from the public, warning that the general player mass will see racing as a fallacy if they try to beat the races consistently.

New York Alamadu Carter Aqueduct Sheepstead Nke Pittsburg Pei Joe” Yoager

Shooters vote for Indianapolis for next Americas handicap match

At the dedicatory Indianapolis gun club tournament shooters petition to hold the next Americas handicap match in Indianapolis. George Roll of Bluestand won a magnificent English trophy. A C Commer and Roll competed for the cup with high scores. Crosby posted the best time and Chan M Powers led in the 400 point event as the meet concluded with a sparrow shoot.

Indianapolis Nava Wea Keen Txelting George Roll Bluestand A.C. Commer Roll Thiralny

Corbett and Fitz Clash in Talk and Threats Estranged

Promoter exchanges and heated taunts mark a buildup between Corbett and Fitz. Both talk of future bouts and aiming to settle scores in the arena. The exchange includes bold threats and warnings about meeting in the ring.

Fits Corbett Mia Hexan Fitz Jim Corden

Prince Alert Sets World Pacing Record at Empire City

Prince Alert, the fastest pacing gelding, became world champion pacer at Empire City track by winning the mile in 1 07. Weather perfect as the crowd watched a dramatic record chase. Prince Alert lowered Dan Patch’s half mile and later hit the wire in a time two seconds faster than Das Patch, outperforming all trailers in the era.

New York Prince Alart Indiana Empire City Prince Alert Dan Patch

COLLINS LEADS BEANEATERS TO VICTORY IN BOSTON

Capt Jimmie Canfns of the Boston Americans praised as top third baseman by authorities, his leadership helped the Beanwaters win first place this season. Rival views compare him to legends LaJoie and Wagner as a high renod polo league forms in Indiana with Richmond Elwood Marion Anderson Indianapolis and Muncie named.

Jimmie Canfns Boston Americans Ue Winters Boston Beanwaters Lajote Hans Wagner Pittsburg Nationals Indiana Richmond Elwood Marion Anderson Indiagapouy Muncie

Scoring Fragments From City Standings Update

Sporadic figures show New York 4, St Louis 1, Detroit 5, Boston 4, Philadelphia 1, Washington 7 and Cleveland entries. Partial totals suggest a late standings spread across cities with unnamed teams and players contributing scattered points.

Wiggins Leads West Jockey Higgins Shines at Sheepshead

A race at Sheepshead Bay on Wednesday September 2 saw Wiggins ride from the West in the minute and a quarter event as Higgins, a young rider of 126 pounds, displayed growing talent. The contest highlighted Higgins’s speed and judgment as he outpaced veteran rivals aboard Minute Man, drawing attention to his rising stature in the turf circle.

Sheepshead Nay Wednewlay Wiggins Mer Chesney Higgins Serating Pomé

Baseball Schedule Hits for Detroit Boston and More

In the American League matchups Detroit visits Boston while Chicago plays Philadelphia and Cleveland hosts Washington. National League action features Boston at Chicago New York against Pittsburgh Brooklyn at Cincinnati Philadelphia at St. Louis and New York at Pittsburgh.

Pat Boston Cleveland Philadelpia New York Laura Eve Washington Pet New Yor Bevensreey A Chicago ABS Cinsinnati SJ Sk Tira Okiyt Hosten Stars Philadelphias Pittsburg American League Detroit Bu Louis Phiadelphia National League Brooklyn Cincinnati Philadelphia St. Louis

Remarkable pitching record set by Oliver Faulkner

Oliver Faulkner, pitcher for the Wilmington Gal athletic club, set a world record with 77 consecutive innings without allowing a run. The previous mark was 44 consecutive scoreless frames by James H. Wiggs of Helena Montana in 1902.

Oliver Faulkner Wilmington, Gal, Athletic Plut James H. Wiggs Helena Mont

Ryan Cleans Up At Gravesend In Big Betting Sprint

Cincinnati horseman John J. Ryan has dipped into Gravesend pools since last Saturday. He and Miltonaire E. Smathers bet heavily on McChea Hoy to win in the second race, with Caughnawaga and Irene Lindsey also yielding returns totaling around 179000 dollars.

Gravesend John J. Ryan Cincinnati Miltonaire E. &. Smathers McCheahoy Caughnawaga Irene Lindsey

Short Ridge Girls Basketball Team Forms Tryouts

Short Ridge-Many candidates from among the girls join organizing efforts for the season. The German house Exymnasium will host practice twice weekly. Mr. Herter returns as coach, with Ruth Maxwell Alm Kravas Leo Everett Ruth West and Grace Philputt among returning players. Early practice opens around October A high number of candidates will seek spots on the intermediate teams.

Shortridge Exymnasium Herter Ruth Maxwell Alm Kravas Leo Everett Ruth West Grace Philputt Arst Pracy Ore

Indicted 92 Guthrie man facing fraud charges

September 2 report from Hobart notes the grand jury has indicted a 92 Guthrie resident in a fraud case tied to local funds. The panel, after deliberation, adjourned without further action.

Guthrie C. T Tetera Grand Jury Hobart

Independent Bowlers Open Season With Mixed Results

The Independent bowling league opened season play Wednesday across Turner, Partiite, Marion, and Washington alleys. Alcsgara led scores with 877, while Bache posted the top individual of 196 for the Hoyals amid mixed wins and losses by Redlance, Pud Nox, Ramblers, and Royals opponents.

Turner Alle Prospecteook Dewsys Partiite Redlance Pud Nox Marion Alcsgara Ramblers Washington Royals Rinky Dinks Wieheet

Nervine Ad Promise From Dr Miles Rushed Claim

A truncated ad claims Nervine by Dr Miles will relieve nervousness and prostration. It asserts a money back guarantee and a free book offer, reflecting common early 20th century patent medicine rhetoric. The text promotes health relief without medical approval.

Miles Nervine

Season of Kicking Dominates the Gridiron Forecast

An early football feature outlines a fall of heavy punting and long drop kicks under new rules. It predicts more open play, tougher end runs, and strategic punting as teams adapt to seven man lines and new backfield restrictions.

Syard Bengompelivd Tris Gat

Seniors Elect New Officers at Khortrhige School

The senior class will elect officers Friday morning. Nominees include president candidate Douched gan tern and secretary candidate Banter. After President Bummer Clancy’s resignation, Ward Fisher was named president, Merritt Potter vice president, and Muriel Poe secretary. Meetings will be every second Wednesday. The Daily Echo marks its 10th anniversary with founder Miss Denman noted for leadership.

Khortrhige Officera A. Douched Gan Tern Ube Seriptste Ad Mrakeda Yigespriat Dent Herbert Green Mary Julian Roland Barst Julian Kiser Merbert Stout Harvey Stout Elf Bummer Clancy Ward Fisher Merritt Potter Muriel Poe Benton

School Fund Drive Aids Shortridge Athletes

The athletic association’s treasury is nearly empty as Manager Tuck advanced funds for last Saturday’s expenses. Prof Benton urged reimbursement, noting Crawfordsville’s refusal to cover rail fare. The faculty pledged $14 to pay the coach if needed, while students proposed a benefit, or selling photographic buttons, to raise money.

The Athletic Association Tuck Benton Uck Crawfordsville

Practice notes for Sheridan high school football team

Ninety seven men reported for practice as Sheridan high school prepares for Saturday's game against the Frat team. Regular scrimmage and blocking work shown, with several players late to practice and moved to scrubs. Punting by Bilge Milany praised. Capt. Clark notes a 1210 team record. Rally tent rates offered for supporters attending the Sheridan game.

Athletic Assortation Payne Buser Jowenh Liver Touchstowns Bilge Mlaney Clark Nlehl Dorbie Lad Reore Esme Sheridan High School Yada Mizny Lister Baer Alvantage Wedig Martin

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