Jeanette Opponent Set for Jack Johnson Ten Round Bid
San Francisco dispatch notes Johnson plans a ten round series in New York with Jeanette as his first foe Jeanette backed by Dan McKitrick seeks a Langford clash via long bouts Palzer appears as a possible rival if Langford is delayed in Australia leading to a bout that could fascinate boxing fans.
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Arnst Defends World Sculling Title Against Barry in England
Richard Arnst of New Zealand, the world champion, faces Ernest Barry, the English champion, in a Putney to Mortlake Thames race with a $5000 side stake. An American match may pit James Wray of Harvard against the Arnst Barry winner if plans proceed.
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Barry Wins as England's Sculling Prestige Fades
Barry defeated Fogwell and Arnst's brother in a brisk contest while England's sculling era declines. The sport waned after 1831 to 1876 and struggles to pay athletes as gate money disappeared and patrons shifted to football for steadier income.
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Overland Plans Daily Car Production For 1913 Season
Willys Overland vice president George W. Bennett announces plans to produce cars daily year round and target 40 000 units in 1913. He argues continuous operation lowers costs, sustains jobs, and increases shipments from Toledo to all civilized nations.
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Overland
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Overland Organization
Has a Position Record Swampy Thompson Plays Every Panther Role
Swampy Thompson has now played every position on the Panther team after Thursday’s stunt. He performs better in some roles, with pitching highlighted as a weaker fit. Creamery Dairy Co. promotes El Bhata Peach Fruit Ice Cream and Pineapple Ice today.
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Racing Balloons Get Away On Long Flight
Balloons and pilots rise in Kansas City for the Ben nett Trophy selections. List includes Frank Jacobs H E Honeywell John Berry Paul McCullough and others in the Million Population Club.
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Paul McCullough
Balloons in national elimination race depart Kansas City
Seven balloons began the national elimination for three American representatives to Germany. The Uncle Sam started first at 5 10 p m and the Goodyear last at 6 13 p m. The St Louis IV suffered two holes and deflated.
Flanders Electric Driver Sets New Mileage Record
G. W. Hawkins of Houston piloted the Flanders electric car from the Bender hotel in Houston to the Galvez in Galveston and returned the same charge, covering 106 miles with substantial reserve power. The trip surpasses the earlier Houston to Galveston run that opened the causeway as a notable performance.
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Balloon Pilot Disputes Referee In Kansas City Elimination
North of Kansas City 105 miles distant William Assman pilot of the St. Louis IV left a sick bed to reach the site with his aide. After patching holes the balloon failed to start and new tears appeared when inflated. The referee barred Assman from starting and he slowly deflated the craft on the field. The Kansas City Ill balloon landed two miles from Smithville Mo at 8 30 pm with a top altitude of 8500 feet.
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William Assman
St. Louis
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Assman
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Glidden Auto Tour Date Change Sought by Detroit Promoters
The American Automobile Association touring bureau has been told October 3 is unsuitable for the Glidden tour start from Detroit. Organizers want a date after September 21, the close of the state fair, with Indianapolis hoped as a Sunday stop on the 1500 mile journey. Route details remain undecided among Detroit Memphis and New Orleans. The pathfinder’s trip began during the Cadillaqua celebration as Detroit counts on strong local entries and broader regional participation to promote good roads and A A A trophies.
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New Manager for Dodgers Expected Next Season
Rumor says the Brooklyn Dodgers may hire George Stallings or Hugh Jennings as their next manager. Several other National League clubs are reportedly seeking either candidate.
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Chalmers 1913 Line Adds Six At 2300 Price
Chalmers announces 1913 models the Thirty, the Thirty Six, and the Six with luxury features and larger factory size. The Six will list at 2300 dollars, the Thirty Six at 1850, and the 30 at 1500, with standardized parts and a four speed transmission across models. The self starter remains, now with a 4 cylinder pressure pump and improved storage tank valve.
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Vice
Johnson to Try Out as First Baseman for American Giants
Chicago heavyweight champion Johnson of Chicago Tennessee plans to join Rube Foster's American Giants as a first baseman. Foster requested a two week morning practice period to develop batting. Johnson recalls his earlier baseball play and believes he can return to form.
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Johnson
American Giants
Rube Foster
Foster
Ward Says Boston Club Spends Record Talent Budget
President Ward of the Boston club states the team has already spent more on talent for next season than any other franchise in the league. The investments target players to be delivered in September.
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