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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 04, 1912

Page

15

Palzer Avoids Johnson Fight as Flynn Remains Danger

San Francisco dateline reports promoter Tom O Rourke is in no rush to match Al Palzer with World Champion Jack Johnson. Palzer should gain experience by facing Jim Flynn and Carl Morris first, while Flynn’s proven adaptability makes him a risky foe for the rising contender. Johnson remains a looming factor as Nevada duel laws hinder possible finish fights.

San Francisco Tom O’rourke al Palzer Jack Johnson O'Rourke Palzer Jim Flynn Carl Morris Big Negro Johnson Carl Flynn Pueblo Sam O’rourke Sam Langford Sam McVea John L. Sullivan Corbett Carson City Fitzsimmons Jeffries Reno Hercules Flynn-Johnson Nevada New York Flynn-Palzer

Longboat wins 15 mile Powder Mill race in Scotland

Canadian runner Tom Longboat defeated American Hans Palmer and Finnish rival W Kohlemanner in a 15 mile match race at the Powder Mill course in Edinburg Scotland. His time was 1 hour 20 minutes and 42 seconds.

Edinburg Scotland Tom Longboat Canada Hans Palmer America W. Kohlemanner Finland Powder Mill

DOULON DOES NOT FIND fils GROWN SLIPPING

Vanquished aspirant accepts defeat and vows to return for another challenge. The title holder remains undefeated as the challenger endures a setback and shows resolve to try again.

Conlon and Coulon Spar in Feathers Debate After Bout

The piece quotes boxers Br Connolly and Coulon praising or critiquing Conlon. Abe Attell and Freddie Welch weigh in on Conlon’s skill and potential. The dialogue reflects postfight opinions and expectations for future matchups.

Coulon Repeats Bantam Crown in 20 Round Fight

Johnny Coulon outboxed Frankie Conley over twenty rounds at Vernon to retain the bantamweight title. Coulon dominated every round, landing power blows as Conley fought bravely but could not halt the champion’s pace. Box office receipts totaled $6,940. Percy drew with Monroe in six rounds. Rees defeated Dalton in ten.

Frankie Conley Coulon Johnny Los Angeles Cal Johnny Conlon Pacific Athletic Club Vernon Chicago Johnny Coulon Charley Eyton Conley Frank Conlon Jem Percy Bobby Monroe Louie Rees Kid Dalton

S T C Beats St Anthony Juniors In Rough 13 to 6 Game

In a rough afternoon game the S T C team defeated St Anthony Juniors 13 to 6. St Anthony led at halftime but S T C rallied in the second period to win. Names listed include Silverhill Acee Collins Tarillon Cartwright Nuschwitz Fitzpatrick Cody and others.

St. Anthony S. T. Cc Silverhill Acee Collins Tarillon

Invention May Prove Radical for Winter Cars

A New York show reveal describes the James Thermos heater keeping car water above freezing, warming the motor and interior while circulating hot water. Inventors Charles C. James and George C. James claim safer, easier starts and reduced need for self starters.

New York Charles C. James George C. James New York City

Prize comebacks of major league baseball mentioned

New York, Feb. 3. Mike Donlin and Jimmy Callahan are highlighted as prominent prize comebacks in baseball due to long ago reform. The note discusses Harry Sallee of the Cardinals and Larry McLean of the Reds as current inebriety concerns and implies Donlin and Callahan proved successful returns.

New York Mike Donlin Jimmy Callahan Sallee St. Louis Cardinals Larry McLean Cincinnati Reds Donlin Callahan Jimmy Mike Harry Sallee McLean

Packey McFarland Prepares Hard for Burns Bout

New York February 3 Packey McFarland trains intensively for his bout with Kid Burns at the Fairmont A C He predicts a tough fight Burns camp signals strong opposition McFarland says he is in peak form and treating this match with the same effort as any title bout Burns is said to be underweight and near the Brown gymnasium ready for action

New York Packey McFarland Kid Burns Fairmont A. C Burns Packey Mott Haven A. C Willie Ritchie Brown's

Polish Champion Czyganiewicz Dies In Berlin Match

Polish wrestling champion Czyganiewicz dies from injuries sustained in a recent bout in Berlin. He had won the world title by defeating Hackenschmidt the Russian years ago.

Berlin Czyganiewicz Hackenschmidt

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