Foxy Tex Rickard eyeing Jeffries Johnson bout venue
In San Francisco reports say Tex Rickard may push Salt Lake City as the Jeffries Johnson title clash site while Utah business leaders favor Salt Lake. Utah governor previously opposed the idea, but now questions persist about altitude and venue. Gleason and Rickard work to secure promotion with Coffroth, while San Francisco backers claim better prospects there.
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San Francisco
Tex Rickard
Salt Lake
Jeffries Johnson
Rickard
Utah
Philadelphia
Jeffries
Jack Gleason
Gleason
Coffroth
Richard
Hippo Spencer Vows Reform After Ulterior Temptations
Manager Jim McAleer of the St. Louis Browns confronts Hippo Spencer about his wine, women and song lifestyle. Spencer pleads with affection, pledging to reform and quit the temptations after a strained talk. The exchange signals a potential return to focus and duty.
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Jim McAleer
St. Louis Browns
Hippo
Spencer
Bob Hedges
Boston
Lou Criger
James
Spence
Eddie
Jimmy
Coffroth and the High Art in the Price Ring
The piece describes figures in the sport world who defy public perception. It notes Clyde Weldel entering the top division with a 289 total, and Han tgan achieving a perfect winter count on the Biamareck alleys.
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Biermarck
Clyde Weldel
Clyde
Johnson Jeffries Fight May Be Pulled Off in Salt Lake City
The report notes the Johnson Jeffries bout might be moved to Salt Lake City amid tensions. Promoters promise invites to attend and assure receiving the usual respectful attention from local officials, while warnings of a potential backyard riot surface.
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Salt Lake City
Jeffries Day Recalled as One of Boxing's Toughest Champs
The article recalls Jeffries as a legendary heavyweight with many defenses yet compares his era to Johnson and other greats. It notes Jeffries faced fewer matches than some rivals but dominated when active, while others like Corbett and Fitzsimmons fought repeatedly. The piece also comments on bowling governance and local talent in a broader sports reflection.
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Gleason
Richard
Jeffries
Johnson
Cotfroth
Rickard
Jack
Coffroth
Gleason-Coffroth
Rickards
S Port
James ¢ Paach
Tommy Byrne
Claes
Jeffrica
Moaliy
Corbett
Ublin
Sccribblers
Jack London
Australia
Pitesimmons
Sydney
Fitz
Fitzsimmons
Kangarooland
Sydney Star
BI Lang
Hugh McIntosh
Bill
Base Balls Greatest Play I Saw It
The account recalls two memorable feats in a Toledo game. One is a home run by Roaring Bit Clarke that decided extra innings, the other a close football style act by Nig Clarke as the ball sailed to deep center. Davis sprinted home as Birmingham’s relay throw arrived, Clarke fielded quickly and the White Box team rallied with cheers.
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Clarke
Toledo
Freddy Parent
Joe Birmingham
Birmingham
Davie
Davis
Dode
Imfielder
Horsehoe
Nia Clarke
Hirmingham
White Box
Great 1908 Cleveland Chicago finale marked by spectacular play
In the 1908 Cleveland Chicago series climax, Bill faced by a pitcher and a dangerous swing, narrowly missing a game winning hit. Nig Clarke produced a dazzling defensive gem as George Davis slid home and Clarke hurled himself head first to tag Davis and end the tense inning.
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Bill
American Association
White Sox
George Davis
John Anderson
The Star Sporting Manual Seeks Fans With Up-To-Date Records
The Star publishes a compact pocket compendium of all pugilistic running trotting and athletic records for amateur and professional athletes. The book is edited and will be sold for 10 cents at The Star office or mailed for 12 cents in stamps.
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Star
Sporting Manuel
World's Record Claim in Tacoma 10 Mile Race
William Stanley reportedly neared a world's best in a 10 mile indoor race at Tacoma using a 16 lap mile track with unbanked turns. The time 62 14 may not be official. Shrabb's 16 miles 53 15 at Boston remains cited. Stanley eyes next Sunday's St Yven vs Marah winner test. Bantam title unsettled after Attell and Webster fight to a draw in San Francisco.
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Tacoma Skating Rink
William Stanley
Stanley
Alfred Shrabb
Boston
St. Yven
Marah
Monte Attell
Danny Webster
San Francisco
Attell
Danny
Promoters and the Real Cost Behind Sporting Events
The article argues promoters rarely net large sums from boxing and wrestling shows. It notes owners’ salaries range widely and that costs for parks travel, equipment, and staff cut into profits. Promoters typically take 60 to 66 percent of receipts, with the rest spent on preliminaries, venue rental, and advertising, leaving little after expenses.
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Genevieve
Supreme Court Upholds Races Track Law Review Ban
The New York state Supreme Court dismissed Frank O'Shea’s petition for a review of a ruling against him. O'Shea faced charges of violating the anti race track law by betting on a coursing race at Ingleside Park. The decision upholds a lower court ruling supported by the appellate court.
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Ban Francisco
State Supreme Court
Frank O'Shea
Dunne
O'Shea
Ingleside Park
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