War of Ball Players Looms Over New League Plans
A lengthy analysis discusses possible consolidation between Brotherhood and American Association, with claims from leaders like John M Ward and hints of negotiations with the League. It notes rumors, salary guarantees, and organizational flaws, and weighs Pittsburg and Cincinnati prospects while predicting shifting club alignments and football and rowing sports interest.
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Brotherhood
John M. Ward
Mr. Ward
Columbus
St. Louis
Ward
Mr Ward
American Association
Principie
National League
Speculative Boxing Talk Across Dempsey Sullivan Era
A commented column argues for Dempsey and McCarthy as strong contenders while scrutinizing Sullivan, Jackson, and Slavin. It notes promises of big purses, bets around 55 000 dollars, and the idea that a future world match would hinge on money and conditions, with praise for Booth and the idea of defining greats in boxing history.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Riage
McCarthy
Australia
Dempees
Devoy Kelleber
Kelleber
Dempsey
Dean
Methy
Sullivan
Jackson
Poner
Slavin
Smith
Booth
Cincinnati
Tony
Tim
Phingle
Need of Rest in Racing Season Says London Life
An article reviews the importance of rest for racing men and horses after the flat season. It notes a rule limiting races around March 25 to November 2, highlighting rest to extend life and avoid fatigue. The piece anticipates quiet after the flat season while the jumping season begins anew.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London Sporting Life
Roy
Bebeg
Te Ae Migpe
Lince
Igvgins
Winter Racing Opens At New Orleans Jockey Club
New Orleans hosts the winter meeting of the New Louisiana Jockey Club with a fresh start under mild conditions. Races feature favorites like La Mose, Pete Willis and Cilmax as handlers push for early victories while three days of weekly training continue through April.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Orleans
New Louisiana Jockey Club
Lexington
Sonne Ako
Ios Pew
Rane
Rowlan
Peli Mell
Mn Oe Pena
Metal
Iorances
Winels
Davis
Feck
Gonine Aboorn
Carullons
Harry Ireland
Crispino
Ore
Teinpine T
Werapetenns Deenshead
Cilmax
Coing
Pete Willis
Ete Hieron Ay Farestones
Fete Wills
Tim Stan
HERTY 18 COMING The Famous Pedestrian Plans Local Race
Dan Herty the famed long distance pedestrian announced to Manager Davis that he will start in the 72 hour race in the city during Christmas week. Backers expect a large field with a $1000 prize and strong interest from locals. Bam Day trains hard for the event while Noremac looms as a top challenger. Gamble of Leechburg sent $25 as entry amid about ten entrants. The interior of the London Theater is being renovated with a new track around it. workmen will begin clearing tomorrow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dan Herty
Davis
Herty
Ee Ene
Littlewood
Madison Square Garden
Bam Day
Noremac
Gamble
Leechburg
London Theater
Iroquois Rifle Club Thanksgiving Match Sparks Turkey Supper
The Iroquois Rifle Club of the South Side held a Thanksgiving team shoot. The winning squad of Grau, Zoller, Hofmeister and Sauer scored 61 out of 60, while the losing quartet Prietzsch Hofmeister Fritsch Saupe trailed by two points. Caterer Prietzsch lavishly hosted the dinner.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Messrs
L. G. Grau
Herman Zoller
August Hofmeister
Fred Sauer
R. E. Prietzsch
al. Hofmeister
Frank Fritsch
George Saupe
Arraw
Prietzsch
Manister Bupper
Birmingham
Turner Hall
Wrestlers Ed Reilly and O Grady Set for Mansfield Bout
Ed Reilly of this city and a Mansfield man named O Grady agreed yesterday to a best two of three falls catch as catch can match for 100 dollars side bets and all receipts. The bout will occur on the 28th at Mansfield. O Grady is years old and weighs 138 pounds and is favored to win the contest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ed Reilly
O'Grady
Mansfield
Ogrady
Youneer
Will Bock Jack the Ripper Challenge Left at Office
A mysterious note left at the office claims Will Bock will confront Jack the Ripper and mentions J T Daly’s dog named Jack the Hip per. It includes fragmented phrases about fighting dogs and a Saturday sesame reference.
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Will Bock
Jack the Ripper
J.T. Daly
Jack the Hipper
Oon DupAroe
Wilmot signs with Anson as Brotherhood clash looms
Wilmot, the Washington Club fielder, has signed a five year contract with Chicago under Captain Anson. He condemns the Brotherhood scheme as weak and risky, criticizing its rules and protections for players. Anson forecasts more League contracts before February and hints Washington may exit the League. He says Chicago will pursue old players and avoid unwanted ones, while public opinion in Chicago doubts the Brotherhood’s viability.
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League End Association
Mesara
Glasscock
Bess
Learur
Wilmot
Washington
Anson
Brotherhood
Brotherhood Club
St. Pav
Chicagos
Windy City
Washingtons
Baltimore
Hor
Senators
Impulse Not Principle Cited in Brotherhood Split
W A Sunday denounces the Brotherhood as backed by impulse not principle. He says Nimick received a letter declaring the organization’s action impulsive and not principled, and explains his own decision to remain with the National sect and the Pittsburg club. He seeks withdrawal from Brotherhood obligations and asks for his name removed from the roll.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. A. Sunday
Nimick
Couackenttens
Billy
Pittsburg
Soderhood
Ward
Ttsborg
Laporte Abuzz Over Amateur Versus Profession Sprint
Laporte Iowa witnesses a contested 330 yard sprint between A Dodson of Iowa and J C Dallas of Exgie Grove. Dodson trainer A V Evarts posts $100 that Dallas is not the runner, race declared off after identity doubts. Pro sprinters reportedly backed by professional funds threaten amateur dominance.
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Ateclas
Des Marxes
Iowa
Laporte
OC. A. Dodson
J.C. Dallas
Exgie Grove
Johnson
A. V. Evarts
Dodson
Traimer
Dallas
Son
Nimick Predicts Brotherhood's Future Amid League Debate
Nimick forecasts no Brotherhood team in Pitwordshire as bets hinge on league allegiance. He claims few expect Brotherhood to play but asserts lawmakers will rethink if wind remains in the affair, while old players may return. Elizabeth entries list horse names and odds for races at New York.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brotherhood
League
Rer
Fiz
Pittsburg
Buck” Ewing
Ewing
Jchmson
Ci Commercial Garetie
Cincinnati
Cincinnat
Ooay Gisa
Reds
Pineberg Club
Pew
Aera
Aee Ward
Cli Nates
Nimick
Pitwshore
Josar
Scandreta Expialos Speaks On Club Ties And Finances
Secretary Scandrett claimed a chill between the local club and ex-Manager Phillips. He said Horace was away when he had leisure and referenced a $140, plus a questioned bill needing board quorum approval. He hinted Horace should acknowledge receipt of the benefit money sent.
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Caals
Phillips
Scandrett
Horace
Leleure
En Moroth
Naassie
Renewal weights for Okelenn handicap at one mile and a sixteenth
The weights for the Okelenn handicap renewal to be run on December 1 at Houpson are listed with Boredwell at 110, Gelden Meet at 105, Bradford at 110, and other entrants.
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Houpson
Gelden
Bradford
Brotherhood Club Aims to Launch in Pittsburg Next Year
A stockholder of the new Brotherhood club says strong backing exists for a Pittsburgh project. He notes plans for first class grounds and grandstand, potential rule changes after December meeting, and a guaranteed fund to support contracts. He asserts a Brotherhood team will operate in Pittsburg next year and be a hammer.
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Cone A
Pittsburg
Weeks Plans Long Journey to Paris for Racing Insight
A cordial call reports William E Weeks, Woll-Hoops Driver, plans to visit Paris after considering migration to South America. He seeks insights from French racing customs, with Driving Club members John ota beck and Nathan Strauss noted among advisers.
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Wiliam E. Weeks
Weeks
South America
Paris
France
Co Ani
Reape Es
Tie
John Otabeck
Nathan Strauss
Ton
Baltimore Washington deal reshapes franchise names
The Baltimore Washington arrangement ends with the Senators taking the Orioles pick while weaker players form the Atlantic Association nucleus in Baltimore. Local managers pushed to move Washington’s franchise here, but fans feel misled as a transfer did not occur. If Washington fails to back the club, relocation to Baltimore remains a possibility.
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Baltimore
Senators
New York
Association
Washington
Civelenot Makes a Haul
Holliday and Nicol signed to play with the Cincinnati League club today in Cincinnati.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Civelenot
Cincinsati
Holliday
Nicol
Cincinnati
Sunday letter stirs reaction from President Nixon ally
The document shows strong beliefs from Hilly Sunday and elation from President Nixon regarding his letter. A prior encounter at Madison Square Garden in January 1935 featured Jobo Sullivan and Paddy Ryan with Sack A red MovicHland facing Miller of Philadelphia in a ten mile race.
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Nixiex
Jobo
Sullivan
Paddy Ryan
Madison Square Garden
Arene Acey
Elas
Miller
Philadelphia
Night school opens open evening here with entertainments
Washington night school begins an open evening at month end with attendance by Superintendent Lackey Prof and J Hamilton. Entertainment featured Mrs Fricke H H Wallace a chorus from Miss Taylors room and a duet by Miss Connelleys pupils. Superintendent Luckey toured several night schools last week noting progress while a lecture on Infidel Preaching is planned for December 25 at Imperial Hall with proceeds to charity. A list of minor incidents includes injuries from icy sidewalks and several arrests for disorderly conduct nearby.
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Washington
Lackey
Prof
J. Hamilton
Fricke
H. H. Wallace
Miss Taylor
Miss Connelley
Lucker
Ralston
O'Hara
Springfield
Soho
Luckey
German Library Association
Rooms
Wood Street
Virgin Alley
F. H. Bernard
Pennsylvania Salt Company
Natrona
Thomas Grir Aon
Twenty-sixth Street
Olicer
Joux
A. W. Comstock
Imperial Hall
Elliots
Ofeo
U. Er Ie
Tae Sosa
Sn Evpempernncs
A Man for Farrell Scane College Match Challenge
Local sporting circles report William Dugan of the Southside challenges Pat Farrell to a $800 per side bout, with Farrell’s friends doubting the match and noting Farrell’s focus on larger opponents and his police career. The piece also mentions Farrell’s prior battles and a possible San Francisco matchup.
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William Dugan
Southasider
Pat Farrell
Farrell
George la Blanche
Jack Dempsey
Dugan
Pittsburg
Yale Freshmen Halt Harvard In Windy Blood Strife
New Haven November 11 Yale defeats Harvard freshmen 12 to 2 in a rough season finale. Yale fielded only freshmen while Harvard included four upperclassmen, shaping the game with the wind and a pivotal late sequence by Owsley.
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Dispatch
New Havex
Conn
Harvard
Yale
Trafford
Fesring
Hallowell
Sacha
Owsley
Hime
Seyard
Arvard
Havans
McKeesport Notes and Local Incidents Report
Reports from McKeesport note the Eskimors and Obio Company redeveloping a freight depot, boiler installation at the Daguesse works, and an explosion aftermath. A wedding and several marriages are recorded at St. Peter's Church, with a bride fainting briefly. Local theft attempts on Mrs. Hugh Skelley’s Walnut Street home are mentioned, plus a $100 reward for a suspect. Civil actions include a defamation suit by Cadville against W. Wampler. Contractors advance Monongahela plant work as workers seek shelter from rain. Gas supply remains strained with rising consumer numbers and outages.
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Gexmaat Mastar
MacHawro
Boral
Hemorrhage
Altens
Eskimors and Obio Company
Capri Freighs
Shan
Daguesse Orks
James Huber
Mire Herwig
St. Peter's Church
Hugh Skelley
Walnut Street
Charles Koehler
Effie T. Hayes
James Haben
Annie Herwig
Jamies Foster
Laura Gilchrist
David Mite
Annie Pets
Clark
Lars Broo
Mise Mabeth
John Langford
Mims Mary I
Monongahela
Ram
Eyg
Walla Peak
Braddock Briefs and Local Developments
Payday at the steel works boosted trade for merchants while Rankin Wire Works clerk Exox BRow2g shows ongoing illness and poor prognosis. Sewer improvements continue under Engineer W Howat with active oversight. Reports of a city hall contract are incorrect. no definite action has been taken and the matter is referred to a committee.
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Exox Brow2g
Rankin Wire Works
W. Howat
Heron
Eorrest
Fourteenth Anniversary Services At St Peters Episcopal Church
The fourteenth anniversary services of the Association for the Improvement of the Poor occur at 7:30 p.m. in St Peters Church at Grant and Diamond streets with a program including prayers, hymns, and an address by Rev. W H Passavant D D. A companion meeting for workers and donors is planned for 2:00 p.m. tomorrow in the YMCA parlors to review aid to families, visits made, and funds raised.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Association For the Improvement of ‘the
St. Peter’s Episcopal Church
Grant and
Diamond Streets
M. C. A. Beil
Ambelbe Port
He. Parget
W. BH. Ee
W. Passavant
D. D
Difficulties doom Light Wannop and Fallon contest
Report from Lompor dated November 50 notes failures to stage the Light Wannop and Fallon event due to unforeseen circumstances. Initial venue Agricultural Hall was abandoned after police protection was refused. A second venue offer at Parson Davie failed, and the Brooklyn challenger decided the small prize of 95 pounds was not worth waiting, returning to the United States after a trip to Ireland.
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Lompor
Wannop
Fallon
Agricultural Hall
Grore Eee
Parson Davie
Sually
W Saitamu
Brooklyn Strong Boy
Ireland
United States
Local football team primed after Detroit trip
A visiting football squad went to Detroit with no practice yet impressed observers. If they unite under proper training they could challenge top state teams. A Christmas Day game is tentatively planned in the city, with hopes of arranging three pine teams for the event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Detroit
Powelles
Police Captain Henry Frangel Dies From War Wounds
St Louis reports Captain Henry Frangel of the metropolitan police died from gunshot injuries suffered during the war. He had been engaged to a young woman. their wedding was planned for June 19. An earlier incident involved Home Guards parade past a court during a murder trial when a prisoner attempted escape and muskets fired accidentally, injuring Frangel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Loum
Henry Frangel
Metropolitan Police Force
IML
Home Guards
Frank P. Bixir
State Supreme Court rules in favor of Hoyt in land case
Marie Hoyt of New York wins a $3 000 000 injunction preventing Wyoming and Logan counties from selling 440 000 acres. Federal court upholds the old Surver survey as valid, affirming the plaintiff and clearing title to related property.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cuakuestos
W. VA
Marie Hoyt
New York
Wyoming
Logan Rates
Saleos
Ia Ib
Local Domestic Violence Incident Report Unclear Details
An aged man named John Nolan Sr of Eighth Street allegedly abused his wife severely, leaving her insensible and battered. The report suggests potential similar mistreatment toward children, including neglect of clothing and food. Details are fragmentary and uncertain.
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John Nolan
Eighth Street
Hewan
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