Terry and Jones Fight in Ellwood City Welterweight Clash
Terry from New Brighton faced Yommy Jones of this city in Ellwood City, losing Saturday night. Jones dominated but Terry showed periods of strength, highlighting Terry's unusually hard flesh and Jones's superior stamina as the bout headed to Pittsburg for a ten round match with Starpee.
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Fighters Train for 19 Rounder in New York
George Rodel and Gun Boat Smith begin formal prep for a 19 round battle in New York on June 27. Rodel previously withstood ten rounds of Smith’s battering, surprising observers with his durability.
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May charter boat for world’s tour proposed
Ban Johnson advocated a White Sox and Giants world tour by chartering a boat to circle the globe. He estimated 200 fans and players could join, with 200 to 250 aboard and a $1200 per person charge to cover charter and meals.
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Baseball Scores From Pittsburg Boston Chicago Cincinnati St Louis
In Pittsburg Boston won 6 to 5 with Rudolph and Rariden behind Camnitz Coleman Alexander Adams and Gibson. Chicago defeated Philadelphia 8 to 3 with Cheney Bresnahan Marshall Killifer Chalmers Dooin Alexander Hartranft Howley. New York beat Cincinnati 4 to 2 with Marquard Meyers Sages Clark Johnson Kling. St Louis topped Brooklyn 10 to 5 as Rucker O Miller Sallee Bush Harmon McLean shared the win.
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Today's Games Highlight Major Baseball Matchups
The schedule lists Boston versus Pittsburgh, Philadelphia against Chicago, Brooklyn facing St. Louis, and New York versus Cincinnati in key early season games.
Baseball Scores from Yesterday in American League
In St Paul the St Paul team defeated Toledo 11 to 4. Kansas City beat Louisville 6 to 5. Columbus prevailed over Milwaukee 6 to 3 while Minneapolis edged Indianapolis 5 to 2.
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First Methodist Tops First Baptist In Opening Church League
In the opening church league game on Elders field the First Methodist defeated First Baptist 7 to 4. Lane and Tanney were the winning battery for the Methodists, while Jones Wilkins and Rodgers starred for the Baptist lineup as four Baptist runs came in the last inning too late to change the outcome.
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British polo team defeats English stars and sails home
They defeated English polo stars today and prepared to sail home on Thursday. A farewell banquet at Meadow Brook Club hosted by August Belmont honored about 45 prominent polo figures. The English toast President Wilson King George and rivals, saying defeat left no wound and the best team won.
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New York Animal Rescue League Aids 2117 Cats in March
The New York Animal Rescue League befriended 2,117 homeless cats in March, providing shelter care and support. The effort highlights a citywide pet welfare push and the group’s ongoing match with cat rescues.
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Baseball Scores and Lineups From Philadelphia Boston and New York
Summary of game results with battery pairings and scoring lines for Philadelphia versus Cleveland Boston versus St Louis Washington versus Chicago New York versus Detroit and other matches. Includes listed pitchers and batters, final tallies and tomorrow’s scheduled games.
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Yesterday's Inter-State Results Reported Wins
Erie defeated Columbus 7 to 1 while Akron beat Wheeling 3 to 1. Youngstown crushed Zanesville 8 to 6 and Canton edged Steubenville 7 to 1. Pairings listed include Columbus Erie Wheeling Akron Zanesville Youngstown Steubenville Canton.
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Brown's Birds Win 400 Mile Race
Eureka and Eureka Jr won a 400 mile homing pigeon race held Monday by the local club. Owned by James Brown, the birds started in Terre Haute Indiana at 7 am and landed in Eureka at 4 pm nine hours later at about 1300 yards per minute. Charles Cartwright's Chicago Bay took second place with a 1,300 yard per minute pace. Next week's fly will be from Vandalia Illinois a 500 mile event.
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Baseball Players Threatened Ban Over Signed Articles
Ban Johnson, president of the American League, warned the national baseball commission may act quickly if players continue publishing signed articles. He cited Giants stars Marquard, McGraw, Mathewson and Meyers as earning substantial monthly sums from such pieces and said players could be barred from the press box during the world series.
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Dartmouth Captain Dave Morey Signs with Philadelphia Americans
Dartmouth baseball captain Dave Morey, set to graduate this month, announced he signed a contract to play for the Philadelphia Americans and will report for duty on July 1. Morey is a pitcher.
Strause Emerges In Ellwood City Bout With Earhart
Charles Strause, a new fighter, impressed in his Saturday display against Frank Earhart at Ellwood City. Promoter Jimmy Dime praised Strause's power and conditioning and hinted at serious training to mold him into a contender. Strause, a tall hard worker and former ball player, handled victory with modest grace despite his notable reach and bruising punches.
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Heat Stops Hard Rowing Practice Before Regatta
In Poughkeepsie New York on June 17 heat keeps six crews here for the Saturday regatta to light scull practice. Oarsmen in strong condition will ease training due to blisters and sore backs. Cornell remains slight betting favorite with Columbia well backed and Washington as a possible dark horse.
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Baseball Roundup Finds Giants Fast on Pace in NL
Pirates drop fourth straight as Braves edge them 6 to 6. Naps hunt tipster who warned about Bender and Plank. Plank won twice and Bender beat them once. Giants surge while Phillies risk dropping. Red Sox win their fourth straight, nearing pace with Athletics. Dodgers slug, Cubs hammer Phillies. Cubs 13 runs sparked by 15 Hits as Phillies use 17 men. Russell redeems White Sox win. Falkenberg sticks to string of losses.
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Philadelphia Moves To Abolish Railway Grade Crossings
Philadelphia authorities announce plan to remove all grade crossings in the city, aiming to reduce accidents and traffic delays. Officials outline phased work and funding, with a goal of safer streets and smoother rail urban integration.
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Old-time boxing barbs stir lightweights and legends
The piece recalls feuds and nicknames among champions and challengers from the lightweights. It notes how past rivals like Nelson, Corbett, Fitzsimmons, and Gans expressed grudging respect after defeats, highlighting a fierce but humorous code in the 123-pound division. Joe Gans calls Nelson a tough bird and predicts the winner would need an axe.
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Tigers Rally Past Yankees In Ninth Inning Upset
The Tigers upend the Yankees with a three run rally in the bottom of the ninth after trailing 3 2. A dramatic comeback seals the win for the Tigers with strong late hitting.
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