AID BURKE NOT CRAZY 10 MIX
Burke discusses a potential bout with Howard, confirming he was approached and would fight if a specified stake is posted. He insists on terms, claims retirement is near, and says funds must be placed with The Light’s sporting editor for immediate transfer after the bout.
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Aid Burke Not Crazy
Kid Burke
Howard
Burke
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Light
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Mest Howard
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Uber
the Light
Howerd
Johnson Arrives in Chicago Without Wife
An article notes Johnson arriving in Chicago without his wife as he seeks to return to the United States. The piece describes his demeanor as fit for battle and mentions possible future fights, referencing mixed details and unclear affiliations.
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Johnson
Chicago
Marchiit Son
Milwanee
United States
Tigers Triumph at Electric Park in Lively Display
The Tigers, led by Hughey, delivered a spirited game with hard hitting and fast running, impressing crowds at Electric Park. Fans praised Hughey’s coaching and the team’s effort, while the article notes the crowd’s warm reception and plans to back the Tigers throughout the season. Also mentions a Pleasant Physic advertisement for Chamberlain's tablets.
Stockdale Reinstated After Apology Over Baby’s Arrival
Memphis report says Otis Stockdale had been suspended after accusing manager Babh of fixing games. An open letter from Stockdale, signed by "Gray Fox," apologized, citing his new family as a factor. Manager Garh accepted the apology and lifted the suspension, allowing Stockdale to play again.
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Babh
Memphis
Atlanta
Dr. Stork
Stockh
Gray Fox
Stockdale
Habh
Garh
Stack
Claude Rossman Returns to Tigers in Uniform
Claude Rossman, Detroit Tigers first sacker, has signed and is expected to appear this afternoon at Electric Park after a holdout. The return thrills Michigan fans though he had planned to retire to business. Summers shows improvement from a bad leg while Captain Schaefer struggles with acclimation to Texas heat.
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Claude Rossman
Detroit Tigers
Electric Park
Tigers
Michigan City
Inet Snourday
Monger Hotel
Rossman
Aquid
Firess Dispatches
Minnie Jonger
Cure For
San Antonio
Summers
Ling
Youngstown
Detroit
Reeves
Schaefer
Texas
Hayes and Dorando Meet Again Tonight
New York report describes Doriano Pinks and Johnny Sayex facing a 36 mile 28 yard marathon match for a third time. Hayes aims to repeat his England victory, with the Madison Square Garden triumph cited. Weather may affect a dirt tanbark track as 10 laps per mile are run. Sheriff Thomas will fire the starting gun.
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New York
Doranie Pinks
Johnny Sayex
O'Clubk
Sheriff Thomas
Bhonghos Make Good Showing in Spring Camp
The Bronchos impressed in their first showing against a major league club, with strong pitching and solid defense. Rapid adjustments evident as Quick returns to short, Dol ly Stark to third, and West across infield duties. Batters Walsh and Weat led a confident lineup while McLear showed speed. overall, sign of potential under good management and early signals.
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West
Shor
Quick
Jensen
Joe
Dolly Stark
Bageman
Ony
Jbest
Tigers
Bronckos
Davy Jones
Winchell
Jay
Walsh
Weat
Laily
McLear
Des Moines
Cap
Leidy
Rube Wardell Disputes Simple Spelling at 1908 Photo
In a St Louis room Bob Hedges, owner of the Browns, examines a 1908 inscription under a photograph. Rube Waddell questions the letters and mocks the modern spelling craze, insisting on plain meaning and tradition.
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Bob Hedges
St. Lois
Rube Waddell
Rrdges
Mr. Waddell
Tess
Davy Jones Shines In Tigers Bout With Locker Scandal
Davy Jones of the Detroit Tigers delivered a sensational show as he starred in the game. He nearly stole a scene with a pilfered ball and a remarkable three-run sequence including a stolen second and third then home. The match featured strong hitting and a memorable outing for Jones, overshadowing other events of the afternoon.
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Davy Jones
Vonese
Mindem Davy
Netroit Tigers
Davy
Charley Tlorse
Davvy
Tigrrs
Sige Tres
Cy the Giant Batters in Weekend Debut
A vivid account of a giant batter named Cy making a striking debut in a fairy tale styled game. Cy, nicknamed Li Cy, stands tall and strong as he battles a tiger and a host of fairies, driving a home run and drawing crowd cheers in a limelight moment.
Lif on Gases Detroit 7 Sen An titio 9 and more
Two baseball notes mention Detroit scoring seven runs to Sen Antonio's nine while other items describe double plays Bush to Wrovtord Moriavity to O'Leary to Craawford and wild pitches By Winchell Thue of games four Umpire Killian Spring blamers pimples and boils tired Hood's Sarsaparilla praised as a blood purifier plus a quip about trading horse for a first class buggy and a real estate ad emphasis in classifieds
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Beekenders
H Jones
San Antoni
Meleay
Melvin
Atexunday
Schaa
Dupree
Winchell
Pire
Cena AB
Innit
Sean
San Antonio
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Wark
Main
Speer
Winchel
de Tee
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Aft
Works
Freerhase
Igs Crawford
Walsh
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Killiter
Beckender
Mori
Sen Antitio
Bush
Wrovtord
Moriavity
O'Leary
Craawford
Thue
Killian
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