Hairline Decisions Mark Phoenix Club Smoker Debut
The Phoenix Athletic Club smoker showcased close bouts with three by hairline decisions. Vetro edged Johnnie O Leary in a fast flyweight clash, while Wil Robertson beat Jonas Tre in a 140 pound bout. Westerman defeated Howard Ladd, Fred Nord beat Tom Clark after an extra round, and Joe Emery outpointed Dave Clark.
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Vetro
Johnnie O'Leary
Leary
Wil Robertson
Joeastre
Westerman
Howard Ladd
Fred Nord
Tom Clark
Joe Emery
Dave Clark
Oecar Oliver Wae
Weener Ret Carver
Tmurence
Holder Of Marathon Record Learnt To Run From Book
A plainspoken athlete, Holmer credits natural talent and self taught methods after studying a coaching book by Geo Orton. He recalls joining the Canadian army, early bucket list notes, and beating top quarter-milers in barracks, claiming coaching not essential to his speed.
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Geo Orton
Penn
Newton
Holmer
Hosmer
Tom Sharkey
Atlantic City
Charley Comiskey Plans Pedal Club Room for White Sox Pitchers
Team owner Charley Comiskey will build a steam heated pedal club room to shield White Sox pitchers between innings. He intends to devise a method to protect his hurlers from opposing batters as well.
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Charley Comiskey
White Sox
William Stanley the Danish flyer aims for match race advances
William Stanley, renowned Danish flyer, plans a six mile race challenge after strong showings in recent distances in the city and Tacoma. Jeffries speaks of intense California training and a quick Johnson rematch, promising a decisive victory within ten rounds.
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William Stanley
Tacoma
Petterday
San Francisco
Srauley
Aniey
Frazee Bets in Chicago Alleged Wager
In Chicago, Harry Frazee reportedly bet five thousand dollars against four thousand on a heated exchange involving John and BettieanlD. The fragmentary report notes a major wager between individuals with unclear context and outcomes.
Forty Days More for Ponies at Oakland Meet
Oakland January 14 The New California Jockey Club extends the winter meeting by 40 days after strong betting results. President Thomas H Williams announced the extension last night with a possibility of adding 20 more days, totaling 60 extra days. The Oakland meet, moved to race under the anti betting law as an experiment, will no longer end February 11.
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Oakland
New
California Jockey Club
Thomas H. Williams
California
What Hath God Wrought Wright Flight Chronicle
Three New York reporters near Virginia dunes witness an early air machine surge toward them. they fail to photograph the moment, yet file the first authentic accounts of the Wright brothers flight. The piece highlights Kitty Hawk experiments and Paulhan's 4146 feet ascent in 61 minutes, marking aviation's dawn.
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New York News Paper
Virginia
Newton
Herald
Sun
PRUE
Tye
Beaides
Kitty Hawk
Los Angeles
Louis Paulhan
Broadway High to Open Season Against Adelphia College
Broadway High School basketball opens its season with a home game against Adelphia College in the college gym. Coach Lewis has not released the lineup but likely features Klopfer Seymour Grove Burke Robinson and Rock. The squad has had a late start but hopes to secure a victory and challenge for a top finish.
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Broadway High School
Adelphia College
College Gymnasium
Ha Ae
Bartista
Lewis
Klopfer
Seymour
Grove Burke
Robinson
Rock
Ume
Acuwon
Lincoln Park to Have a Sod Diamond
Lincoln Park will be sodded to create a diamond for spring practice. Park board members assure Broadway high school coach Tom Tyrer that work will finish by March. The goal is a Coast League style field at Lincoln grounds, ready when the team reports. Rumors link McGraw to a trade involving Marquard and Heather, but no confirmation.
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Lincoln Park
Tom Tyrer
Broadway High School
Dacehall
Park Board
Lincoln Grounds
Coast League
Old Recreation Park
Revival Gains Traction Across The Country
A wave of renewed interest reaches communities nationwide as groups like Wilierds and Poor lead local cultural revivals. The movement emphasizes traditional arts, neighborhood gatherings, and shared heritage, drawing participants from diverse towns and organizations.
Tex Rickard Screech About Fight Financing and Arena Plans
The text records Tex Rickard discussing financing and battlefield setup for a boxing bout. He argues about who controls terms and hints at large bets and a plan to build a square arena. Mentions Jack Gleason and Tilbet with millions tied to the event.
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Spry
Jack Gleason
Bam
Cor Arpenter U
Tilbet
Gamest Man in National League Told by Fred Clarke
Fred Clarke of the Pittsburgh Pirates recounts a Louisville ball clubs tale of a standout NL player. A banquet led to a humorous exchange about oysters and pepper sauce, with Clarke praising the subject as the most gamest man he ever met.
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Fred Clarke
Pittsburg Pirates
Louisville
Burr
Sandy
Harry Pulliam
Harry
Randy
Boxer Mantell Draws With McKinnon at Wood Socket Heat
Frank Mantell in a hard 12 round draw with Bill McKinnon at Wood Socket Heat. The bout showcased Mantell’s resilience and McKinnon’s steady pressure in a closely contested clash.
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Frank Mantell
Bill McKinnon
Woodsocket
Cobb Wins Augusta Cup in Narrow Battle with Evans
In Augusta Georgia on Wednesday night Cobb edged out Geo Evans to claim the cup as the champion batter of 909, a tight contest highlighting skill and persistence.
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Oul Cobb
Augusta
Geo. Evans
Wagner May Be Shifted To First
Pittsburg reports president Barney Dreyfuss of the Pirates eyeing a shift of Honus Wagner to first base. The backers aim to trade Wagner for Willie Keeler, Phillippe, Leifield and an outfittcher, with cash if needed. If the deal stalls, Abbott may step in as initial guardian.
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Wagner
Pittsburg
Jan
Barney Dreyfures
Pirates
Hane Wagner
Bateman
Unquestionable Value Sale At The Hub $11
Crowds fill The Hub as it advertises an annual $11 sale offering Slip-on Raincoats Cravenettes military overcoats Top Coats and Single and Double Breasted Suits in all sizes and colors including blacks and blues. Shoppers urged to visit in forenoon due to large afternoon and evening crowds.
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Protector
Great Shirt Sale Echoes Past Prices
A dramatic sale promotes shirts at 95c, featuring Cluett and other brands. The offer promises full sizes and varied styles, with discounts on shirts usually selling for $1.50 to $2.00. Customers urged to buy a year’s supply at The Hub.
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Cluett
Little ing Mars geores hat and the sea tar
Fragmentary OCR text yields no clear event or names. The readable parts mention Mars, geores hat, sea, tar, but no coherent report or identifying details. Unable to extract a definite news angle or entities for a proper card.
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