Jeffries Wins The Big Fight In Ten Rounds
Champion James J. Jeffries retained the world heavyweight title by defeating ex champion James J Corbett at a pavilion in Francisco on August 15 in a ten round bout. Corbett showed little resistance after the early rounds as Jeffries dominated with powerful blows and clinch control.
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Tom Corbett
Sam Bergerog
Billy Jordan
Graney
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Jeffries Defeats Corbett In A Tough Handful Round
The Victor carried the match as Jeffries pushed through Corbett with sharp lefts and rights. Both fighters exchanged blows amid clinches with crowd roaring. Corbett showed heart but Jeffries edged ahead in the round.
Round Six Bout Ends With Corbett Fading After Jett’s Assault
In a brutal exchange Jeff and Corbett trade heavy blows. Jeff drives a series to Corbett’s jaw and stomach, Corbett answers with uppercuts and jabs as the crowd roars. A late finish sees Corbett collapse after a stomach shot and a referee’s count ends when Tommy Hyan throws in the sponge.
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Rite
Jola
Jett Reachim
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Bids Sought for Nails for Philippines Government Buildings
A Seattle firm lists bids for nails totaling 97 006 pounds with sizes from 6 to 66 penny. The lot aims to supply materials for government buildings in the Philippines. Bids open August 26. The Seattle Hardware Co. has re-
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Seattle Hardware Co
Hoosick Historian Society Reenacts Battle Memorial
The Hoosick Historian Society staged commemorative exercises at Wahoomaack to dispute Bennings ter’s battle location and criticize Revolutionary War historians. County Judge Therhey delivered an address on the battlefield remembrance in Walloomaack, the scene of the event.
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Mrs Beott Local Obituary In Beattie Indiana
Mrs. W. T. Beott wife of Prosecuting Attorney Boott died at home at 7 30 morning after a lengthy illness aged 61. She leaves a daughter and two sons known in Beattie social circles Galway Indiana origin noted for her charming personality and friendships. Her death brings sadness to many friends in the community.
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Boott
Ovieck
Big crowd at races draws record turnout
A large crowd attended yesterday’s events with close finishes throughout. Cambaceres delivered a sensational late surge in the fifth race while Mack Mack won the 2:14 trot, clocking 2.14% in the first heat, a half second off the track record.
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Toya
Myrtle Muvaeennds
Sherman
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Kaw River Flood Threatens Kansas City Area
The Kaw river rose rapidly to about six feet with flooding weeks and trains at risk. Six army bridge pontoons broke loose and may damage temporary trestles while streetcar service between Kansas Citys halted. Water backed up sewer lines and threatened downtown streets.
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Russian fleet sails to avenge Monastir consul murder
The Messenger reports the Russian ambassador in Constantinople received a Sebastopol telegram stating a Black Sea squadron will sail to Turkish waters to punish all connected with the Monastir consul murder. Also note Ta coma lumber meeting set for August 3% following the Trans-Mebeste congress adjournment in Beattie.
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Constantinople
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Monastir
Pacific Comat Lumber Manufacturers’ Run
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Tranembestesipot
Beattie Man
Figures in the Feud Involve Kentucky Trial at Cynthiana
In a Kentucky county feud case in Cynthiana an uncle of Curt Jett stands trial charged with the assassination of Rmy J. B. Maroum. The Margit faction leader and county judge figure prominently, as involvement in the feud surfaces with keen interest from the community.
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Troulem
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Rmy
J. B. Maroum
Washington D C Marks New Army General Staff Arrangement
Aug 1 1900 Washington D C reports the act creating the general staff of the U S Army took effect. Gen Y becomes chief after Gen Miles retires. Corbin Carter and Esk serve as senior officers with a 42 officer staff across corps and departments. A separate wedding note mentions Dennison and Mamie Wilcox with a reception and honeymoon plans.
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United States Army
Congress
Washington
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Miles
Miles, One Week Ago, Retinq
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Beattie Beaus Faces Rough Day In Seattle Baseball
Seattle and Los Angeles clashed at Athletic Park as Beattie freshman coach Reilly used several pitchers without success. Raymond Meattle and teammates pounded hits, while old guard George Treadway sprinted hard for multiple safeties and a distant hit cleared right field. Final score shows Los Angeles edging Seattle with a run-heavy effort.
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Wim
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George Treadway
Samuels
Waddell
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Thatcher
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Twitter
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Lea
H. Meattle
Los Ang
Siwash Edges Wilton In Tight Portland Baseball Battle
In a rough afternoon game at Recreation Park Portland defeated Seattle 4 to 3 after a late rally in the seventh and ninth innings. Carrick held Wilton to a pair of hits through six frames before Portland staged its comeback on timely counters. Also noted were scores from Sacramento and San Francisco Oakland with 5 to 7 and 7 to 4 results respectively. The ninth annual commencement at Wilson's Modern Business College was held at the Beattie Theater with two graduates.
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A. Speee
Mr. Carrick
Portland
Wilson
Modern Business College
Beattie Theater
Puget Bound Steamers Race Hype Clears Arrow Telegraph Beating
Rumors mount over Arrow, Telegraph and Flyer as three Puget Sound steamers vie for speed. Telegraph recently outpaced Greyhound in a sprint, Arrow returns with a new wheel, and Telegraph may weigh 145 to 186 pounds lightened for trials.
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Piyer
Steamship Racing Challenge Between Arrow and Telegraph
The Telegraph and the Arrow prepared for a race under testing conditions. Telegraph, under light pressure, aims to beat Arrow, while Arrow struggles at heavier pressure. The two steamers would race on separate days, with expectations of decisive speed differences and a forthcoming challenge.
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Gathering at Frisco for Grand Army encampment
San Francisco doors open to a large crowd as the national encampment of the Grand Army of the Republic begins. About 10 000 visitors already gather with hundreds more arriving on extra trains as eastern and midwestern delegations plan to join tomorrow. Veterans report larger pre encampment attendance than in prior years.
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Middle Wesk
California
Rich Gold Deposits Found Near Whitehorse Northwest
An excursion steamer report from southeast Alaskan cities says rich gold deposits were found 160 miles northwest of Whitehorse in the Kaskawale River country. Gold-bearing quart is reported up to $20 000 per ton. nearby creek workings yield about $15 per day per miner amid tribal strife involving the Kiukwen Chilkat Indians.
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Dawson Chable
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Discovery
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Haines
New Trial Denied for Vaulkner in Perjury Case
St Louis authorities report that Ba-Dele gate Vaulkner, convicted of perjury, was denied a new trial today. He was sentenced to three years in prison after an appeal to the court and posted a $15 bond.
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History of Important Heavyweight Fights in America
Chronicle of major heavyweight bouts over fourteen years featuring Jim Jeffries, James Corbett, and Frank Fitzsimmons with venues in New York San Francisco and New Orleans. Includes sequences of title bouts, knockouts decisions and controversies across cities like Coney Island and Jacksonville.
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