Jeffries Defeats Fitzsimmons In Eleven Rounds At Coney Island
James J. Jeffries, emerging from the West, defeated Robert Fitzsimmons in eleven rounds at the Coney Island Athletic Club to claim the championship. The bout drew about 60,000 spectators as Jeffries dominated with reach and defense, ending Fitzsimmons in the eleventh with a decisive left to the jaw.
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New York
James J. Jeffries
West
Pacifiste
Jeffries
Tony We
Robert Pitesimmons
Tom Sharkey
Peter Jackson
Nevada
Corbett
Pluntehment
Jeffries Wins World Heavyweight Title at New York Showdown
After the bout Jeffries runs through cheers from friends and managers Billy Brady and Billy Delaney celebrate his win. He praises Jim Fitzsimmons for a hard fought battle and vows to defend his title against all challengers while his wife and companions tend to the fallen rival.
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Jeffries
Fitzsimmons
Bie
Jeffrioes
Julian
Hickey
Kenny
Everhart
Dreseing
New York
Los Angeles
Jim
Billy Brady
Billy Delaney
California
Jim Platey
Jack Jeffries
Jeffries i
Winn
Bharkey
Tom
Fitz
Fitzlsimmons
Dan Hickey
Fitesimmons
Frank Thomson's Successor Named at Pennsylvanian Railroad
Philadelphia June 9 Av af. Cassatt elected president to succeed the late Frank Thomson. James McCrea of Pittsburg chosen a director to fill the vacancy created by Cassatt's ascent and to West-line lines. Cassatt's long service and knowledge position him as a leading trunk line figure. James McCrea will replace Cassatt on the board. A J Cassatt born 1839 in Pittsburgh rose through leadership roles to stardom in the Pennsylvania system.
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Board of Directora
James McCrea
Pittsburg
Cassatt
Philadelphia
The
Pennsylvanian Railroad
Av Af. Cossatt
Frank Thomson
Cassautt
Great Corporation
Green
Vicw
Thomson
Mr. Thomson
Mr. Cassatt
Presiden
Alexander Johnson Cassatt
Robert S. Cassatt
Western Pennsylvania
Allegheny City
A. J. Cos- Satt
University of Heidelburg
Germany
Renneselaer Polytechnic College
Troy
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Pennsylvania Railroad
Philadelphia and
Erie Road
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Renovo
Mid- We
Warren and Franklin
J. Udear Thomson
Scott
Roberts
Steamship Arrivals and Departures Listing June
Arrival updates for New York include the Auguste Victoria from Hamburg and the Etruria from Liverpool with port calls at Rotterdam and Havre. Departures show La Champagne sailing to Havre and La Touraine bound for New York. Other ships travel to Antwerp or Southampton, with ships passing Statendam and Congress routes noted.
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New York
Auguste Victoria
Hamburg
Cleareil
la Champagne
Havre
Etruria
Liverpool
Rotterdam
Beachy Head
Statendam
Furat Bismarck
Cherbourg
Southampton
la Touraine
Sicily
Pagsed
Kensington
Antwerp
Assaulted and Robbed on Cumberland Farm
June incident report from Cumberland County states Michael Hen necke, living near West Fairview, was assaulted and robbed by several unknown men. He was left bound to a bed with three broken ribs and other maltreatment. Amount stolen is unspecified.
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Harrishum
Michael Hennecke
Cumberland County
West Fairview
Governor appoints officers for Tenth Pennsylvania regiment
Governor Btone announces new posts in the Tenth Pennsylvania regiment now in the Philippines. George Douglas McTivaine of Washington named assistant surgeon. John Thompson promoted to first lieutenant and Nathaniel Hurst to second lieutenant of Company F.
St Paul Chosen as 1940 Modern Woodmen Meeting Site
The Modern Woodmen of America head group selects St Paul to host the 16th annual meeting with Kansan City and Grand Rapids as other candidates. Vote tally recorded as one to one against Grand Rapids.
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Kansan City
Un unequal Rise in Prices Shocks Markets
New York reports an unprecedented weekly rise in prices across multiple sectors. Ore, iron, and steel lead gains while wool, leather, and hides rise with speculation surging ahead of actual demand. Analysts warn of danger as delivery lags distort quoted prices and buyers pull back. Wheat and corn show mixed movement amid export shifts and growing domestic supplies.
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New York
R. G. Dun & Co
Gotion
Castton Goods
Intron
Steel
Buvere
Pittsboro
Grey Forge
Tse
Angeles
Italy
Bremen
United States
Canada
Neville becomes violent on Hoboken ferry
Neville, a Scranton man, was being taken to a New York sanitarium when he erupted on a Hoboken ferry. A Scranton officer and Neville's brother restrained him after he struck an officer. He was later transported to the sanitarium amid family strain and worry.
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New York
Jones
B. J. Neville
Scranton
Hoboken
North River
API
Neville
Omcer
Church Street
Mr. Neville
Fair View Avenue
William Neville
Molineux Freed on Bail Then Reheld in Murder Case
Roland B. Molineux was released on $1 bail in New York today and immediately rearrested on a warrant charging the murder of Kath erine J. Adama. He appeared in appeal court where examiners set Monday at 3 for further examination. he remains in custody.
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New York
Roland B. Molineux
Katherine J. Adama
Peace Conference At The Hague Advances With Mixed Support
The Hague note shows the American plan losing backing as delegates push toward compromise. The Russian project remains secret while Sir Julian Prince’s British scheme gains momentum, favoring a temporary tribunal and broader agreement among powers.
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Hague
M. de Stant
Riehin
Julian Prinecfote
Ladies of the G A R Adjourn After Three Day Session
Wilkes Barre hosts the Grand Army of the Republic in session with officers installed and delegates named for the national encampment. A resolution funds a silver lattice with the Keystone state name. Membership of ex army nurses discussed for encampment consideration.
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Wilkes-Barre
Grand Army of the Republic
Julia BP. Shade
Department of Pennsylvania
Keystone
Schreiner
Arthur
Busan
Sioun
Allegheny
Jennie Troxell
Allentown
Mire
Mary Clifton
Tarentum
Kate Mary
Marry King
Siner Tex
Listie Walker
Annie Stivers
Philadelphia
Kate Trese
Hraddock
May Deuret
Dorry
Lizzie Kunkle
Harrisburg
Mmma Null
Lowise Capwell
Factoryville
Sixale Drayer
Linale Hinck
Michener
Mary G. Lawrence
Wireback Statement From Lancaster Case Emerges
Ralph W. Wireback released a lengthy explanation denying first degree murder claims. He says the shooting was unpremeditated and that barricading the house was not intended to harm Sandia or others. He asserts he did not know what he was doing and was not in his right mind at the time.
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Julian
Yank Kenny
Jock Hverhord
Martin Julian
Fits
Eorber
Fite
Jefe
Hravly
Billy Delong
Deck Jeffies
Jith Daley
Jeffries
Jeffries de
Silertae
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Hell Rings
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Fire Ted
Jeffrrey
Jeff
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Pits
Jett
Witt
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Jet
Om Stratehe
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Jett Ted
Delhi Teandy
Pitz
Gome
Jeff Trieal
Kite
Kitz
Jef
Pita
Fita
Indy
Jom
Tround
Jjow
Ami
Bord
Exe
Halte
Fila
Pitas
Mehdy
Pitg
Jol
Tite
Lancaster
Ralph W. Wireback
Naifs
Mr. Sandia
Landi
Paris Steamship Paris Runs Aground Off Mundeles
The steamship Paris lies on the rocks off Mundeles after grounding May 2. A heavy easterly gale broke the cable to the wing anchor leaving the vessel buffeted. Water pours in, fires in the engine room extinguished, and the ship listed to twenty feet depth.
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Coaverack
Paris
Mundeles
Puddlers’ Wages Raised at Central Iron Mill
Central Iron and Steel agency will raise puddlers’ wages at the South Hartford and Herr etvedt mill from 89 to 3.50 per ton beginning next month. Over 500 men will be affected by the change.
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Harrisbure
Central Iron and Steel Company
Puddiers
South Hartishure
Weather forecast for Washington and Pennsylvania
A Saturday outlook for eastern Pennsylvania calls for occasional showers followed by fair conditions Sunday. Winds become variable as conditions shift through the weekend.
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Washington
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