Jim Corbett Comments on Battling Nelson Career and Character
Jim Corbett writes on Battling Nelson arguing the Dane can match all-time greats, stressing hard work and moderation. He cites Nelson’s discipline, writing ability, and resilience while warning that fast living destroys most fighters. Corbett predicts Nelson will stay on top as long as predecessors did.
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Jim Corbett
Battling Nelson
Nelson Sare
Dixon
Kid Baviene
Piaghiorsa
Corbett
Terry Meditovern
Martin Duffy
John L. Sullivan
Hattiing Nelson
Nelson
Mwistake
Joe Gane
Herman
Herrers
Britt
Dane
Tennis Championship State Tournament Opens Today
The state tennis championship begins today with the main event featuring local and regional players poised to compete for the title. Matches proceed at the city courts with organizers urging spectators to arrive early and enjoy the day’s schedule.
Barr Triumphs In Club Members Handicap At Meadows
W Barr rode to victory in the Club Members Handicap over one and one eighth miles at the Meadows, romping three lengths clear in 1 62. The field included Gorgalete Ed Sheridan and others. The program was marked by The Huguenot breaking down in the final stretch and being destroyed.
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W. Barr
Bare
Gorgalete
Habble
Supreme Court
Funnyside
Turf Gossip Scribes Keogh Dominates Seattle Meet
Jockey Keogh rode four winners from as many mounts in faultless style to emerge as the afternoon’s sensation at the Seattle meeting. Sullivan, Graham and Kirshbaum were among other riders noted as the only boys besides.
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Keogh
S. Sullivan, Graham and
Kirshbaum
Boys
Navy Yard Tour by Port Orchard Route Boats
Ships listed include Charleston Heston Chicago Oregon Nipmic Albany Preble Paw Jones Golde borough training ship Philadelphia and the army transport Dix at the dry dock. Take the Port Orchard Route from Pier 2 for an instructive and pleasurable trip with boats departing 8 : 30 10 11 30 pm 1 15 2 30 4 30 7 40 pm round trip.
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Navy Yard
Charleston
Heston
Chicago
Oregon
Nipmic
Albany
Preble
Paw Jones
Goldeborough
Philadelphia
Dix
Port Orchard
Pier 2
Dusty Miller Controversy Marks Afternoon Races
Keogh rode a winner while Huston caused interference at the start of the handicap. Dusty Miller received a harsh ride from Graham but redeemed himself by winning the last race with Supreme Court. A lost ladies pin remains unrecovered and a track reward offers. Alta Spa faltered despite early odds movement. Bets surrounded Charley Van Dusen and the potential windfall if Dusty Miller triumphed.
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Graham
Dusty Miller
Supreme Court
Charley van Dusen
Curiosity Curator Seeks Identity of Missing Horse
A report notes a horse missing from a farm, described as sleek with clipped mane. Authorities urge witnesses to contact local stables and sheriff's office with any information on its whereabouts.
Notable Showings at Mercersland This Week
Readings show at Mercersland for 26 cents with screenings at 10 30, 2 30 and 6 30 daily.
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Mercersland
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Watercure Show
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