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Newspaper

Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Sep 29, 1906

Page

7

Political future for Captain Kelley hints at 1907 shift

The Sun reports Capt Kelley muses on leaving baseball for politics if Baltimore power realigns, noting potential plans in 1907. He foresees bidding farewell to teammates and a return to public service, depending on stadium and league politics and his standing with President Pulliam.

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Fares Among Eastern Colleges Delays in West Grid Reform

A late start for eastern college football seasons due to a new conference schedule. West teams lag in practice while players adjust to training focuses on speed offense and defense. Critics compare the evolving forward pass style to basketball, noting injuries and debate over game continuity.

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Baseball Notes From The Season Start And Upcoming Games

A jumble of league standings and scattered matchups outlines the early baseball season. The piece mentions teams Chicago New York Boston Philadelphia St. Louis Cincinnati Pittsburgh Brooklyn and Detroit with scattered scores and upcoming National and American League games. It also references football possibilities at colleges and a forthcoming western coaches meeting in Chicago.

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Race Results at New York and Lowsville Track Meet

Race results from New York show multiple horse races with odds and times for first to sixth places, including Furtonge Frank Lord and Blondy with various payouts and times. The Lowsville meet lists six selling races with horses like Redwood IT and Brent Alice, plus times and placements, ending with a note about state governors and an exposition event in Ple, Va.

New York Furtonge Frank Lord Garmer Killaloe Halfax Blondy C. Kowa Elforaio Royal Breeze Red Friar Martin Lancesteran Ansler Sea Breeze Lowsville Redwood Fargo Pinto Brent Alice Livius Fleeting Wishard J. P. May Rice Ato Western Grace Larsen Xellal Ney Petés Wathantel

Dan Patch to Race in Lexington for World Record Try

Special to The Aan Lexington Ky September telegram says Dan Patch champion pacer will arrive at the Lexington track Wednesday to attempt to lower the world record of 1 55. Driver Heresy may try a new mark Friday or Saturday and possibly again Monday or Tuesday next week following last year’s record 1 06 4.

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Christie Breaks Record On Vanderbilt Cup Course

Walter Christie drove an 80 horse power car over five miles in 27 minutes on the Vanderbilt cup course in New York. The record, set during a practice spin, broke the prior mark held by Joe Tracy, who previously completed the distance in the same event.

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Clarkson Blasts Hopes Of Lajoie In Clevel and Doubleheader

In a Cleveland doubleheader the Naps and the Yankees split the honors as the White Sox, idle, watched. Clarkson, a college star, shut down the Naps and Yanks with strong pitching while errors and timely hits favored Cleveland. The first game ended 2 to 0 for the Easterners and the second 2 to 1 for the Naps.

White Sox Naps Yanks Cleveland Sox Easterners Clarkson Lafoleana Hess Shaptu Adrian Joss Hogg Pend Comiskey Tigers Detroit Yankees

Shortridge High Looks to Bright Basketball Season

Captain Paul Shaffer announces basketball practice starts in two weeks for Shortridge High. Four players return from last year, with Ertel Hancock and McCotter among last year’s subs. The inter class league draws new material, while city league play is uncertain due to contact with the German club and Butler. Coach hiring undecided, with McGee from the MOC A tipped as likely.

Paul Shaffer Shortridge Thean Tea Shaffer Leathers Gavin Gates Ertel Hancock McCotter Baker Butler Northsiders McGee Moc.a

Harness Racing at Cincinnati Delivers Multiple Divisions and Heats

A noisy harness racing card at Cincinnati features trotting and pacing events with purses around 1000 dollars. Notable entries include Col Frook driven by Hopkins and Little Corporal driven by McSurthy in a three-heat trotting segment, plus several pacing races with entries such as Whalen Walker and Charlie T. The meet lists multiple classes and times, with times ranging near two minutes and faster, showcasing a lively program and competitive fields.

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Firing Line Recap: Sox, Tigers, and Youth in Major League Talk

A chaotic game narrative notes the White Sox pursuit of the flag with blessing from Detroit and Cleveland missteps. Henry Mathews, Christy’s brother, gains a major league look after Dig’s eight innings, while Notre Dame catcher Murray impresses at Levis. Camulla shines for Pirates, and Clarke’s Crooklyn doubleheader hero Schlef lifts Beaton in 12th. Tahony White homers for Columbus against Buffalo.

Henry Mathews Christy Priday Henry Camulla Pirates Broolyn McIntyre Muncie Ind Jad Crooklyns Wan Clarke Schlef Rede Beaton

Germany Seeks to Contest Americas Cup in Rival Race

Berlin Sept 49 Germany plans to organize a syndicate to send a yacht to the United States to challenge for the famous Americas Cup. Sir Thomas Lipon has failed thrice. The Kaiser is interested hoping an international race will improve German American relations.

Germany Jerippe-McRee Perea Association Berlin Thomas Lipon United States Kaiser America

League Opens as Indianapolis Bowler Teams Hit High Scores

The Indianapolis bowling league opened Friday night with high scores posted. Nationals led the standings with sixty points, contributed by the Crescents. The Washingtons Imperialy and Mariona each claimed four wins in the early results.

Indianapolis Tim Sampon Nationals Crescents Washingtons Imperialy Mariona

Akerman Defeats Athos In Two Falls In Bout

Special to the Sam Lima reports Akerman, in his first wrestling match, defeated Athos the Greek in two straight falls. The first fall lasted 18 minutes and the second fall took longer, ending the bout in a decisive victory.

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Bait Casting Tourney Planned in South Bend

Special to The Sis reports the South Bend Casting Club has completed arrangements for a bait casting tournament to be held in South Bend on October. The event aims to attract local anglers and showcase casting skill in a competitive setting.

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Fan Figures Out Hoosiers Value in Baseball Franchise

A Sun fan breaks down Indianapolis Hoosiers value, listing draft price at 1000 for Thielman as the lone Hoosier drafted, estimating other players at 400 to 1000, managers and grounds valuation, and noting future earning potential as key to franchise worth. The piece cites specific players, managers, and teams in a speculative pricing scheme.

Mesars Watkins Rosehaupt Indianapolis Tom Walker Spike Shannon Sy Seymour Brush Juke Thielman Thielman Hickey Attweukee Hafford Tom Welker Kanoa Holmen Carr Waa Pata Jimmy Burke Kansas City Marean Ie Atherton Willams Perry Detroit Hines Dunleavy Aes Tan Shannon Saymour Contina A. A

Mare Shows Real Sorrow At Colt's Funeral

Special to the Sum Portland Oregon December reports Captain George Pope of a Woodburn area farm describes a mare mourning her colt. The mate joined the colt's burial procession weeping, with the mare showing signs of distress afterward as the body was laid to rest among trees.

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Reserves Clash With Lebanon At Brighton Beach

Local baseball fans will see the Reserves meet Lebanon at Brighton Beach Sunday. Lebanon, among the state’s speediest teams, seeks the state semi-pro championship with a victory over the Reserves. Bunny Pierce, an Indianapolis native with Colever and Three-I League experience, will catch for Lebanon.

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SPORTLETTES And other notes from the sports world

The article discusses Chick Stahl rising in batting prospects and strategic ideas for defense with players placed deep and wide. It notes Clark Bal mentioning Munroe as still in fights, predicts Nolan, Sharkey, Burke, and Hannifin as promising Giants recruits. Comiskey worries about infield depth with Isbell and Tannehill out, mentions Roche or Dundon risk, and reports Ward and Landers set to fight in Vallejo with a $1 000 purse and a $1 000 side bet.

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Bright boxing show promises high interest in semi wind up

The Indianapolis card features Carsey versus Williams at the Auditorium in a lively semi-wind up. Report notes Carsey’s improving form, past clashes with Abe Attell, and Umpire Kiem’s view as fans expect a crowd-pleasing bout amid lighter-weight matchups. Cole and Bronson square off in a six-round prelim closer to a solid night of ring action.

Carsey Williams Minos Grand Rapids George Siler Abe Attell Abe Kiem Pulilam Thease Grand Rapids Clain Car Carney Catery Fredlo Cole Ray Bronson

Ball Player Must Stay On Top To Keep Public Favor

A ball player must perform at peak to maintain public affection. If he falters, fans who once cheered him hoot and hiss, dragging the once triumphant figure from glory back to the club hours.

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Berger Fails To Win From Bisons In Darkness Called Game

Special to The Sus. In a nine inning tie between Buffalo and Columbus red for the minor league championship, Berger and Tozer each work solidly as Buffalo and Columbus combine for three runs apiece. The game was halted by darkness with Berger striking out a dozen and both teams set to resume Saturday in Columbus.

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Punts and Tackles at Bloomington Preview

Indiana football eyes a strong season with key players shaping up for the Alumni game in Bloomington. The Scarlet eleven focus on straight football while coaches urge restraint among stars. Robinson and Kingsbury assist at Butler with Heckaman set to trial at end alongside Bloom, shaping a fast, heavy ends pairing.

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