Boxing revival eyed as states push legal rings in 1917
Boxing may return to prominence as five states move to legalize the sport. Illinois, Missouri, California, Michigan and Nebraska consider measures with districts implementing ringside rules, commissions, and limited rounds. Kid Williams challenges Pete Hermann after Rocap’s controversial decision in New Orleans.
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Boxing Commission
George Moeller
St. Paul
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Billy Rocap
Philadelphia
Kid Williams
Baltimore
Pete Hermann
Hermann
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Dundee Stunned by Upset in Philadelphia Ring
Johnny Dundee was dropped in the first round by Willie Jackson whose real name is Oscar Tobler of the Bronx. The upset shakes Dundee who has faced champions like Freddie Welsh Kilbane Ritchie and Leonard and now must rebound to defend his contender status.
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Kewpie” Ertle
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Red” Dolan
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Johnny Dundee
Peter Gullato
Kansas City
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George Harmon
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Oscar Tobler
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Tommy O'Keefe
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Sleeptown
International League votes to end optional player agreements
Ed Barrow convened International League owners in New York to vote against optional agreements allowing major league clubs to recall players mid season. The IL pledge to keep players for the full season aims to curb raiding by big league magnates, reflecting broad minor league unrest and past opposition from the American Association and Pacific Coast League. Indianapolis Indians' Jimmy McGill is cited as a frequent opponent of such tied talent.
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Ed Barrow
National Association
New Orleans
American Association
Jimmy McGill
Indianapolis Indians
Denver Grizzlies
McGill
Wilard Reacts to Fulton Upset in New York Bout
Jess Willard admitted surprise after Fred Fulton knocked Tom Cowler out in one round in New York. Willard said the upset proves FultonS quality, and he’d bet on Fulton to beat Moran and earn a future title shot, preferably outdoors when weather allows.
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Jess Willard
Fred Fulton
Tom Cowler
Jess
Fulton
Frank Moran
Kelly and Russell to Clash in 147-Pound Bout
Chicago report says Spike Kelly and Reb Russell agreed for a ten round fight before the club offering the largest inducement. Weights set at 147 pounds and the bout scheduled for 2 o'clock on the day of the match.
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Chicago
Spike Kelly
Reb” Russell
Little difference between professional and amateur trap shots
A 1916 Interstate Association study shows professionals and amateurs tied closely in trapshooting accuracy with a slight edge to pros. Top lists include Homer Clark and C. G. Spencer, while notable figures like Mrs. Adolph Topperwein and George Maxwell highlight diverse profiles in this growing sport.
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Blue Rocks
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Dover
Del
J. R. John
Davenport
Iowa
Richardson
Henderson
Graper
Pil Miller
Frank Troeh
Ralph Spotts
Adolph Topperwein
George Maxwell
Fred Gilbert
Spirit Lake
O. N. Ford
San Jose
Cal
C. G. Spencer
Ames and Adams challenge A. A. U. ruling in court
Edward L. Ames and Platt Adams, top high jumpers, were expelled by the A A U as professionals through a sporting goods link. Ames says he was denied a hearing and will seek court action to preserve amateur status, criticizing the federation's procedures and planning legal steps if no fair hearing is granted.
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Edward L. Ames
Platt Adams
Amateur Athletic Union
Ames
George P. Matthews
Metropolitan Association of the
United States
Frank E. Holahan
Holahan
National Lawn Tennis Association to elect new officers
January 27 report states two veteran officers Richard Stevens of Hoboken and A L Hoskins of Philadelphia will resign at the February 9 Waldorf Astoria meeting. Dwight F. Davis of St. Louis is tipped for vice president and Bernon S. Prentice of Philadelphia for treasurer. Williams, Clothier, and Washburn named delegates at large.
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United States National Lawn Tennis Association
Richard Stevens
Hoboken
N. J
A. L. Hoskins
Philadelphia
Waldorf-Astoria
Dwight F. Davis
St. Louis
Bernon S. Prentice
Davis
Harvard
Holcombe Ward
Prentice
Seabright
Richard Norris Williams
William J. Clothier
Watson M. Washburn
Suburban differences and city ordinances discussed
A Washington Star excerpt notes a tongue in cheek exchange about laws. The dialogue contrasts North and South attitudes while joking about curfews and a payroll. Government clerk remarks forefathers drafted general documents but missed future payroll specifics.
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Jingles From Sportland by Jack Veiock
A satirical verse on baseball salaries and unions. It riffs on players seeking big pay, unions, and mockery of promoters. Names like Connie Mack and Ban Johnson appear, with quips about boxing and amateur sports and a finish linking bakers’ dough to baseball pay.
White Sox plan safe and sane training for spring
Chicago January 27. The White Sox will hold a short camp at Mineral Wells Texas with limited exhibitions. Fourteen games are scheduled plus thirteen second-team appearances. The team departs March 9 or 10 and will play Texas League clubs in Fort Worth and Dallas before a Houston stretch and a late March return to the Wells.
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