Can Johnson Box as Excitement Rises Over July 4 Fight
The report details John Johnson boxing in a midwest show with Monte Cutler and Jack Heinan as sparring partners. Johnson, listed at about 180 to 186 pounds, demonstrates speed and power while sparring despite limited opposition. The writer notes Johnson’s confident challenge and mixed styles of his sparring partners during four spirited rounds.
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Monte Cutler
Jack Heinan Johnson
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Ohnson
Cutter
Bens
Me Atarte
Hia Oo
Hetnan
Cutler
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Milwaukee Lad Agrees To Terms For Big Fight
Los Noelle reports from Sid Hester in San Francisco that terms for a Wolgast versus Nelson bout are agreed. Wolgast to receive about 4000 dollars and Nelson 13000. Bout slated for February 22 on Washington's birthday, lasting 45 rounds. Cherokee Jones optimistic Wolgast will become world lightweight champion.
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Los Noelle
Tom Jones
Sid Hester
San Francisco
Hester
Jones
Tenue
Nelson
Wolgast
Washington
Johnson Corbett Clash of Plans in Chicago Talks
In Chicago Jack Johnson and Jim Corbett trade bold boasts about training methods and strategies for the Jeffries bout. Corbett says he will not reveal tactics to Jeffries but aims to boost his speed, while a manager wagers large sums on Jeffries with Johnson. Ketchel predicts a Johnson knockout.
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Jack Johnson
Jim Corbett
Chicago
Johnson
Windy City
Jeffries
Corbett
Jumping Contests Highlight Savage Streaks at New York Show
James R. Keene reflected on hunting and jumping events at the recent New York horse show. He noted the harsh, selfish nature of some participants as exemplified by a sharp clash over a bitter cold day.
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James R. Keene
Matanes
Jones
Freak Play Costs Carrigan 500 Bucks in Baseball Feud
New York report recalls a freak hit that deflected from Bill Carrigan and robbed him of a likely .300 season mark. Jack Knight’s miscue helped the Boston Giants edge the Highlanders as a priceless joke cost Carrigan a cash bonus and nearly his batting average.
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Ike
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Fred Clarke Repartee Tale From a Baseball Try Series
A Tigers versus Pirates try series tale features Fred Clarke joking with Detroiter catcher Charley Schmidt. Clarke teases Schmidt about his outfield duties and watching, then Schmidt slugs a two base hit, with Clarke delivering a stylistic barb and no retort.
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Clarke
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Foreign Wrestlers Struggle to Challenge Gotch for Title
Promoters search Europe and the Orient for a challenger to Frank Gotch but face long odds if his health holds. Most foreigners favor Graeco Roman styles and lack catch-as-catch-can to compete. Gotch remains active though few rivals can match him in the ring or in the broader fighting world.
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Europe
Orient
Gotch
Sma
Pittsburg Fans Cheer Habe Adame Pirates Signing
Pittsburg fans hail Habe Adame for next season with the Pirates as a star contract signals organized baseball power. The piece notes players face tight control by magnates and possible suspensions for refusing terms, with references to rival boxing calls and hints of broader sports tensions.
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Habe Adame
Pirates
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Believes Soccer Should Get Support
A letter to the sporting editor from Mr. H. Metcalf argues for soccer's value and urges support to promote first class sport. He cites a recent Dugdale’s ball park match with two clubs showing fine skill on ideal ground but poor attendance, urging more outdoor sport enthusiasm and public turnout.
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H. & Metcalf
Redingtons Column Warns Of Flying Machines
A fragmented critique notes early aviation fears, describing public indignation toward chauffeurs and aviators. It cites a French authority predicting bird extinction and game-behavior concerns as aeroplanes loom near rivers and urban spaces.
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St. Hubert
Marathon Derby Sparking Frisco Promoters Crowd Interest
Frisco readies for a major 26 mile marathon with stars St Yven Marsh Dorando and Hayes set to duel. Promoters predict a standout race as Dorando nears the coast and St Yven appears favored over Johnny Naresh and Hayes in the long toll.
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Dorando
St. Yven
Marsh
St. Yv
Packy McFarland Heads to Fight Freddie Welsh in England
Packey McFarland leaves for New York en route to England to challenge Freddie Welsh for the British lightweight title at 135 pounds. He is accompanied by Pat Kinneally and predicts victory. A Los Angeles bout between the two ended in a draw due to McFarland fighting underweight. He plans to stay abroad a year and then return to challenge Battling Nelson.
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France
United Prov
Chicago
Packey Mc Farland
New York
England
Freddie Welsh
Great Britain
Pat Kinneally
McFarland
Los Angeles
Packey
Nelson
Sullivan Eyes One More Chance in Ketchel Bout
Jack Sullivan emerges as a possible opponent in Jim Jeffries training narratives as the heavyweight shows improving form for a return clash with Stanley Ketchel. Ketchel previously defeated Sullivan decisively, prompting renewed anticipation for a rematch.
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Jack Sullivan
Jim Jeffries
Pane Sullivan
Stanley Ketchel
Wisconsin Crew Coach Ten Kyck Refuses To Quit Job
Wisconsin coach Ten Kyck vows to stay in charge as Wisconsin crew shapes remain unresolved in regional talks. Pirates refuse to join spring series with Washington while Wordham and Vanderbilt teens apparent plan to face Yale. Harney Oldfield set a new mark in Los Angeles timed 12 minutes 42 1 5 seconds. Chicago Michigan athletic relations severed and Mrs Robt Bacon offers an English shell to Harvard.
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