British boxing hero Jim Sullivan rises from early losses
The article recalls Jim Sullivan, once mocked in his first seven fights, who later claimed the British middleweight title and defeated Hilly Papke in London. It notes his 1912 knockout by Georges Carpentier in Monte Carlo and his wartime service with the Third London Scottish.
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Marines Present Football Souvenir to San Francisco
On January 5 in San Francisco Acting Mayor McLeran received a football souvenir from the Marines. The token came from the unit’s victorious South trip and was presented for the city.
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Francisco
Camp Lewis
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Futurity Draw Lines Up 1920 Entries
York January 5 More than fifty entries are listed for the 1920 Futurity by the Jockey Club of the offspring of Uncle nominated for the turf classic.
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Er Racing Association
Wisconsin Commission Calls Tom Jones Down
The Wisconsin boxing commission bans Tom Jones from Downey versus Egan boxing in Milwaukee. Jones, ex-manager of Jess Willard, objected to the bargain prices and warned the promoters they faced seizure of his forfeit money. He cooled off after a commission warning.
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Sale of Grover Cleveland Alexander Shakes Major League Fare
The Philadelphia reaction follows Grover Alexander's sale to the Chicago Cubs. Philadelphians and club president William F Baker debate the star pitcher's conditioning and future value while Killefer and Fred Laiderus loom as possible moves in the winter reshuffle. Baker cites hard work as the reason for Alexander's high value and hints at a decline next season.
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Willie Ritchie Placed in First Draft Class
The district exemption board in San Francisco refused Willie Ritchie’s claim he should be class one because he is in the military service. The board ruled that boxing instructors are not in the military service and are subject to the draft.
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San Francisco
Willie Ritchie
Stuffy Meliinisa Faces Contract Decision With Athletics
Philadelphia report notes Stuffy Meliinisa, last prominent star of the Athletics, must sign a contract under Connie Mack or be released. His deal expired last fall and a salary reduction is likely required to stay with the club.
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Meliinisa
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Connie Mack
Coffroth Declines $500000 Tijuana Track Offer
J W Coffroth reportedly refused a $500000 offer for his stock in the Tijuana race track last fall. The decision came before government actions halted the track meeting opening.
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J. W. Coffroth
Tijuana
George Tyler Traded to Cubs for Doyle and Cash
Chicago reports George Tyler was sent to the Cubs in exchange for Larry Doyle and a $15,000 cash payment. Doyle will join the Braves in Boston next season.
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Market Report Prices Paid for Vegetables and Fruits
Wholesale prices for a wide range of vegetables and fruits are listed with local market references. Items include artichokes beans cabbage carrots cauliflower celery corn cucumbers lettuce onions tomatoes and more, with per crate, per dozen, and per pound rates across regions such as California, Yakima, and Alaska. Also shown are wholesale figures for grains, hay, and feed ingredients alongside fruit varieties like grapes apples and citrus.
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Sommers Set for Portland Lightweight Bout Against McIntyre
Portland light heavyweight contender Al Sommers is due to face Chet McIntyre in Crystal Poo Tuesday night. Beattle reports say Sommers will arrive Sunday or Monday from the Rose City and expects to defeat McIntyre after knocking out Val Sontag in Rome City.
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Kandy Kid Wins Big Field Trials at Grand Junction
In Grand Junction Tennessee on January 5 C B K Duffield reported Kandy Kid won the Subscription stakes of the All American field trials. Benjamin Wells Lady Mohawk finished second in the large field contest.
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Slacker Toney Put In First Of Classes
Nashville January 5 Fred Toney the Cincinnati pitcher recently arrested on a charge of attempting to evade the draft was placed in Class 1 yesterday by his local exemption board.
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Fred Toney
Cincinnati
Local Ice Outfit Signs Leo Cook for Beattle Roster
Leo Cook a former Vancouver and Spokane hockey artist joined the Beattle team yesterday in Vancouver completing the season lineup. He will play utility roles under Manager Patrick.
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Spokane
Beattle
Patrick
Double Soccer Program Set for Liberty Park
Two soccer games are planned at Liberty Park tomorrow afternoon. At 1 o clock the Dry Dockers meet Hiack Smamond, followed by Skinner and Eddy versus Duthies. The Ames crew travels to Carbonado.
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Vancouver Wins Overtime Thriller Over Seattle
Seattle and Vancouver played an overtime ice hockey game in Vancouver with Vancouver prevailing 3 to 2. The Millionaires altered their lineup since their season opener loss to Portland and used a new defense, while Fowler of Seattle stood out by turning away a barrage of pucks.
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Bill Rodgers Escapes River Crash in Portland
Former Portland Heavers captain Bill Rodgers narrowly escaped death when his car plunged into the railing of a river bridge in Portland yesterday. He emerged uninjured after the incident, with authorities investigating the wreck.
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Portland Heavers
Cubs Secretary Charlie Williams Quits After 30 Years
Chicago reports that Charlie Williams, longtime secretary of the Cubs, resigns after three decades in the post. Walter Craighead, brother in law of president Weeghman, named to succeed him. Williams served 30 years in the role.
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Foresters Hold Smoker in Hall at Ballard
The Catholic Order of Foresters of Ballard will stage a smoker Tuesday night at Recreation Hall Ballard. Lonnie McIntosh meets Kid Ryan in the main event along with three other bouts and a wrestling match.
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Ping Bodie Cut Loose By White Sox After Strong Season
The White Sox released Ping Bodie after a solid 1930 season with the Mack men he batted .291 and set a league high 32 assists as a center fielder.
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Pratt to stay with St Louis. Yankees negotiations end
Miller Huggins announced that talks for Derrill Pratt to join the New York Yankees are off. The St. Louis star will not be traded to New York.
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New York
Miller Huggins
St. Louis Star
Bowlers Propose One Million Dollar War Aid Fund
Bowlers of America discuss creation of a one million dollar fund intended to aid war relief efforts. Leaders say the drive aims to pool national bowling group resources and support allied nations during a time of conflict.
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Bowlers of America
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