Johnson Sentenced in White Slavery Case
Chicago June 5 Jack Johnson the boxer was sentenced to one year and one day in Joliet penitentiary and fined 1000 for white slavery. Judge Carpenter overruled his motion for a new trial and allowed a 30000 bond while keeping Johnson at liberty to prepare a writ of error. He vowed to appeal if denied.
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Baseball Notes From A Tumultuous Weekend
Ty Cobb had two hits in four at bats as Joe Jackson pursued the line for hits. The Red Sox used three pitchers against the White Sox in a futile bid to win. Hal Chase joins the White Sox and is expected to report today, with manager Callahan claiming Chase guarantees the pennant for Chicago. The A’s and Naps pace the league as both teams ride hot streaks. the A’s have won ten straight, the Naps eleven of their last twelve. Joe Jackson hit the longest ball in Polo Grounds history, a blast off the right field grandstand. Cincinnati moved to seventh by beating the Dodgers, pushing the Braves into last place. Eddie Grant, added by the Giants, pinch hit without success. An illness recovery keeps a key player in doubt for a Padres road trip. Coombs of the Naps contemplates return after a broken leg, while Ryan thrives at over .300. The Boston Superior Court orders $321 damages to barber Paes for an eye injury at a 1911 game. Overall blanked the Braves, as Rudolph allowed five runs. Mathewson’s eerie form haunts the Cardinals in New York, where the Giants pounded him for 11 hits and six runs. The Reds benefited from trades with the Giants, aiding a 4–3 win over the Dodgers as a Quakertown trio provided offense against the Pirates.
McMahon to Fight Smith if Negotiations Succeed
Rumors say heavyweight contenders Tom McMahon and Gunboat Smith of New York may meet after ongoing talks. McMahon, once a middleweight, has gained weight and drawn praise from New York writers, with Jimmy Dime pressing for a bout. In Wampum, five local citizens attended their first game to support the baseball club, praised for its fine record and fan turnout.
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British Polo Fans Raise Wager
Deveraux Milburn of the American polo team has largely recovered from Saturday injuries and will rejoin practice for the international polo cup. A London stock exchange group reportedly posted 10000 dollars against 7500 on the New York exchange, with the English favorites seeking the match.
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Davison suffragette gravely hurt at Epsom Derby
Emily Davison, impaired by a fractured skull and internal injuries after grabbing King George's horse Anmer, remained between life and death. Jockey H Jones, riding Anmer, showed improvement and will likely be sidelined for months. Queen Mary witnessed the accident.
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University of Pennsylvania to honor trainer Mike Murphy
Philadelphia observers report arrangements by students and faculty for a large demonstration to honor Mike Murphy, veteran trainer, who died at his home after a long illness. Funeral expected Saturday.
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Montreal Pitcher Nears Deafness After HBP Injury
Montreal June 5 physicians fear Buffalo Inter national league pitcher Miles Mains may lose hearing and suffer vision damage after being struck on the head by a batted ball in Tuesday's game with the local club. Ear drums reportedly broken and optic nerve badly affected.
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Gillespie Local Player Surges Toward Recovery After Skull Fracture
Boston reports that third baseman James Gillespie, injured when struck by a pitched ball, showed marked improvement today. Doctors expressed optimism for his complete recovery.
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Kohler Dies in Paris After Lingering Illness
Charles Kohler of New York, noted American turf man, died in Paris yesterday after a lingering illness.
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Senators Triumph as Browns Fall in Lopsided Victory
The Senators routed the Browns with five runs in the third inning, sealing a decisive win yesterday.
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Baseball scores from multiple games across venues
Box scores report results from Philadelphia Boston New York and Washington games. Notable lineups include Bush Schang Wyckoff Lapp Clauss House Dubue McKee for Philadelphia and Cicotte Schalk O’Brien Bedient Foster Carrigan for Chicago. Cleveland defeated New York 9 to 6 while St Louis beat Washington 6 to 2. other games ended with Philadelphia 6 1/2 runs and Boston 4 1.
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National League Yesterday's Results Summary
In Pittsburg Philadelphia defeated the Pirates 4 to 0 behind Camnitz O'Toole and Kelly. Chicago OHNCGEO edged Boston 5 0 with Overall Archer Rudolph Whaling on the batteries. Cincinnati beat Brooklyn 4 to 3 as Benton Kling Clark Curtis Stack Miller hit. St Louis New York split 6 4 with Griner McLean Mathewson Wiltse Meyers on the batteries.
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Today’s Games Feature Key Matches Across Major Cities
Philadelphia meets Pittsburg while Boston faces Chicago and Brooklyn tackles Cincinnati. New York travels to St. Louis for a set of notable baseball or basketball matchups.
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American Assn. Yesterday's Results
The American Association reported several results with Milwaukee defeating St. Paul 18 to 5 and Louisville beating Toledo 9 to 1. Minneapolis toppled Kansas City 8 to 6 while Columbus won 3 to 1 over Indianapolis.
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American and Australian teams prepare for elimination tennis
New York June 5 American players Maurice E. McLoughlin and R Norris Williams lead the singles lineup with McLoughlin pairing with Harold Hackett in doubles to face Australia. Australians Stanley Doust and Horace Rice take singles spots with Doust partnering A Booth Jones in doubles as substitutes are listed for each side.
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Beware of Ointments for Catarrh That Contain Mercury
Warning against mercury based catarrh remedies and promoting Hall's Catarrh Cure from F J Cheney Co Toledo Ohio. Claims internal action on blood and mucous surfaces. Note mentions Druggists sell and price per bottle.
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Murphy, Renowned Track Trainer, Dies in Philadelphia
Michael C. Murphy longtime American athletics trainer died in Philadelphia after 3 PM. A Natick Mass. native born in 1860, he guided Olympic teams in Paris 1900 London 1908 Stockholm 1912 and trained John L. Sullivan. He served Yale Penn Yale again and led Pennsylvania to five straight intercollegiate championships.
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Chinese Team in New York Tour Opens Saturday
The Hawaii based Chinese baseball team touring the country will debut in the east with a game against a semi professional squad in New York on Saturday.
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Thompson's Kidney Tablets Offer Lame Back Remedies
Danger signals of back pain dizziness and kidney discomfort prompt use of Thompson's Kidney Tablets sold by Thompson Medical Co Titusville Pa Claims to unclog kidneys purify blood and refresh health with a 50 cent box offer and mail order.
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Death May Affect Bill On Illinois Boxing Commission
Chicago June 4. The fate of the Illinois boxing commission bills legalizing bouts under New York style supervision will be decided before Saturday. Senator Carroll predicts passage in Springfield. promoters fear the death of Luther McCarty weakens the bill. Bantam champion Johnny Conlon’s higher percentage cancels a June 19 bout between Patsy Brannigan and Jimmie Dime in Milwaukee.
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Big Game For Shops Saturday In Pennsy District
One of the season’s biggest matches features the local Pennsy shops hosting the Pennsy lines west of Pittsburg this Saturday at 3 pm on the local grounds. Gould and MacDonald will comprise the local battery as a crowd of rooters is expected to back the home side. The Pennsy shops meanwhile have June 14 and June 21 open for home games.
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Venice Team May Sell Shortstop Frank Hosp
It was reported that Venice in the Pacific Coast league may accept a $5,000 offer for star shortstop Frank Hosp from Mer. Frank Chance of the New York Americans. The deal would involve the league club relinquishing Hosp to Chance’s squad, pending terms.
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