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Newspaper
Oshkosh Daily Northwestern
Location
Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1900
Page
8
S Heymann Co offers white Japan silk parasols with crooked handles at 95c and other sun shades priced from 1.95 to 2.95. Extra fine Lustereen children's parasols in assorted colors go for 25c for a short period. The piece emphasizes style, make, and unusually low prices after a New York shopping trip.
In Chicago the Kid claims Ryan pressed for a draw by keeping it at his terms and questioned the gate split. McCoy says he rejected a 50 percent share and that both expected a decision, while Ryan allegedly sought a New York rematch for big money. The bout was treated as a six round sparring match with no fixed outcome. Ryan’s supporters defend him, while Lyman notes mutual hostility and distrust about the arrangement.
The report details postfight rumors and alleged meetings involving Hogan McCoy and the Kid, with claims of weigh inspections and ring tactics. Bob Fitzsimmons defends his career and targets Jeffries while Mecon McCormick questions Sharkey era form and training conditions.
Manager Loui Houseman of Tattercall's in Chicago says a six round bout between Jim Corbett and Kid McCoy could occur in August at the big building. The Boston Police News praises the pair as the world’s best drawing duo and favors a Corbett McCoy match to showcase science and skill and rekindle public interest. The piece notes Corbett’s form against Jeffries and hints the winner could redefine his standing in boxing history.
Milwaukee Journal reports a second trial of the Raddatz submarine boat by Clarence Allen and inventor Mr. Raddatz on Milwaukee Bay. Operated by storage batteries with improved ballasts and propulsion, the craft covered about four miles at speed in lake conditions, towed back to shore, and deemed a successful test.
Several Oshkosh firms are relocating this month with moves to new quarters. Rosenberg shoe firm now in a Plummer block, Grenther’s pharmacy shifts to the former Rosenberg site, Opera Buffet buys CBD Meath’s Washington street saloon business, Oshkosh Gaslight office moves to Guenther’s Main street building, and Division street display rooms follow. Peek firms relocate to the Dichmann building, goods move from Guenther’s to Rosenborg, and gas company offices transfer for new fixtures. Real estate agents report strong demand for stores, with more vacancies expected to fill by summer. Mrs H Sunninger is fatally injured riding a bicycle at Michukea when struck by a carriage.
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