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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1923
Page
29
Great Falls Montana June 16. By 4 pm Mountain Time Jack Kearns must secure $100000 due yesterday or abandon the Dempsey Gibbons bout set for July 4. Promoters, banks, and backers scramble to raise funds while Kearns faces the looming threat of cancellation if commitments falter.
In a tense scene the Great Falls streets echoed with eerie cries while Shelby, about ninety miles away, quietly advanced the building of two new dance halls where only one existed before, reshaping the local nightlife landscape.
Philadelphia June 16 Johnson and Carl Fischer Cynwyd clash in the final round of the open tourney for the Pennsylvania State Men's singles lawn tennis championships at Merion Cricket Club Haverford tomorrow afternoon. Johnson reached the final by defeating Stanley Pearson 6-4 6-3. Fischer by eliminating Norris Williams 6-2 4-6 6-4.
In Hartford Charter Oak Park final workout shows Guesswork at 2 20 and Hollyrood pair at 2 99. Frisco hits 30 1 4 last quarter. Hollywood Frisco, 4, praised as promising. Phil ONeil with Golden Direct does 2 09. Sparkle and Miss Mertie L clock 2 09 1 2. Rose E and Peter Striper post 2 11. White Hackle and Belle-at-law sister also quick. Henry Setzer trotter 2 20 bound for Avon. Roy Martin’s shippers head to Woonsocket circuit.
Postponement of a scheduled fifteen round boxing bout for Fort Snelling to mid July was announced by promoters. The delay was due to an unable construction company finishing new stands in time. The state prohibits fifteen round matches, but promoters argue government property would avoid state jurisdiction. The boxing commission will pursue injunction if a definite date is set again.
A report notes 45 Spanish casualties at Tizziazza where the action is described with a dismissive nickname. No further context or exact date provided in the readable text.
New York June 16 The world flyweight champion Jimmy Wilde and Filipino challenger Pancho Villa weigh in at 110 and 107 pounds respectively for Monday night’s bout at the New York Polo Grounds. Both have stopped training and promoters anticipate a record crowd with seat receipts likely to surpass $125,000.
Harrisburg Pa June 16 The McBride bill creating a state athletic commission to regulate boxing and wrestling becomes operative immediately officials say The act lacks an operative date boxing and wrestling matches will likely be permitted until the governor appoints the commission The bill imposes penalties for betting and sets fines up to 1000 and imprisonment up to two years Licenses for ten round bouts may be issued municipalities may ban bouts The commission can regulate venue construction ensure a physician attends events and restrict underage participation Fees fund memorials in France and Belgium for Pennsylvania World War Veterans with excess to revert to state revenue.
At a Perry Gaston post of the American Legion meeting on Friday evening June 15, Edward H. Fritz sporting editor of the News was endorsed for one of the boxing commissionerships under the McBride bill just passed. The post urged Deputy Attorney General Robert L. Wallace to support Fritz, citing his proven ability to handle the job.
Lincoln club won 8 to 3 over the K of P Amazons scoring six runs in the first inning. Pitchers McClusky and Stickle allowed seven hits each and fielding errors behind Stickle contributed to several Lincoln runs. McClusky hit a triple while Huff Diffley and James added doubles.
Lawrence Independents seek twilight games for next week and invite first class independent county teams to respond. The Lawrence side has been strengthened by several baseball stars and aims to meet the district’s best aggregations. Write to Business Manager Mike Zidow at 104 Wilder Avenue.
Little Chief, racing for the Rancocas stable with jockey Karl Sande, captured the $10,000 Brooklyn handicap at Aqueduct in 1:50 for the mile and an eighth. Favorite Bunting, with Harry Payne Whitney’s entry, finished second, while Knobbie, another Rancocas runner, placed third.
Promoters announced the Firpo versus Hibbard heavyweight bout in Mexico City would be an exhibition due to public agitation. Luis Angel Firpo arrived from Havana in good condition while Buffalo’s Jim Hibbard faced concerns over his workouts fueling opposition.
Uncle Eben muses on luck likening it to a fisherman catching an eel. He suggests luck brings trouble and weighty consequences that a man may wish away, reflecting on the double edge of fortune.
Quote attributed to Whittier emphasizes maximizing current opportunities as the foundation for future success. It frames prudent planning and action now as the key to progress and lasting achievement.
Penn Coal maintains first place in the Italian Athletic Association Twilight League after defeating Kirvan Brothers 3 0. The win creates a double tie for second with Reynolds Thorn Summers and Kirvan Brothers. Pearson Brick and Sporting Goods Store also in a three way tie for the cellar, making the race wide open as the season progresses.
A compact reflection on social etiquette condemning the person who only speaks of their own affairs while neglecting to listen to others. The piece argues true conversational grace rests in mutual exchange and attentive listening rather than self-centered narration.
Gov. Pinchot signed the Henderson bill adding a 2 cent per gallon tax on liquid fuel, replacing the 1 cent tax and directing revenue to the state treasury. The Clark blue sky bill creates a state securities commission with licensing and registration fees for agents and salesmen, annual renewals, and possible revocation for fraud, effective July 1.
Paris June 16 Robert Eudline manager of Eugene Criqui featherweight champion cables the French Boxing Federation to say he has arranged nothing for Siki in the United States and wishes to have nothing to do with him. Siki reiterates plan to sail for New York June 22 under manager M Maujean director of the national boxing ring.
Saint Etienne celebrated the hundredth anniversary of the first railroad in France. The line from Saint Etienne to Andrezieux carried coal and the concession was signed by King Louis XVIII on February 26, 1823.
Alexa Stirling captured the Metropolitan women's championship at the Westchester Biltmore by 11 up with 1 to play over Mrs. G. M. Hecksher of Piping Rock. Stirling posted a record 76 in the afternoon, the best by a woman at the club, as she repeated as champion.
The report notes a yearly provision for church janitors including shoes and rice, ensuring stable footwear and staple food for the service staff. The ceremony or allocation details indicate ongoing church support and community welfare for maintenance workers.
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