Johnson barred from Chicago boxing by police chief
In Chicago Police Chief McWeeny refused Champion Jack Johnson access to boxing activities. Johnson urged spar exhibitions in Chicago but was told he cannot fight or spar in the city. The stance comes amid Johnson's broader boxing ban efforts.
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Chicago
Jack Johnson
McWeeny
New York State
Pep
Ges Pee
McWeeney
Cinder
Gibraltar
Conley Makes Lightweight Weight For Conlon Bout
Announcement confirms Johnny Conley weighs in at 116 pounds for the February 3 fight with Johnny Conlon. Manager Tom Jones says Conley will ease into lighter training after making weight.
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Conley
Johnny Conlon
Tom Jones
Cyclone Loses to Smith in Sydney Match Report
A United Press telegraph from Sydney reports that Cyclone suffered a defeat to Smith in a match. The wire notes the Australian contest was part of ongoing boxing coverage, with details deferred to later dispatches.
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Smith
United Press
Vancouver
B. C
Sydney
Australia
Rattling Bout Sparks Prom Tag Crowd Roars
A lively prom bout draws strong crowd reaction as participants circle the gym. Event organizers label the clash a rattling good bout keeping spirits high and fans buzzing around the dance floor.
Ben Hunt Signs With Philadelphia National Next Year
Ben Hunt, a pitcher formerly with the Coast league team, has signed a contract to play with the Philadelphia National next year.
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Ben Hunt
Philadelphia
Philadelphia National
Hogan Tries to Catch Ball Thrown From Biplane
A daredevil stunt unfolds as Hogan attempts to snatch a ball hurled from a biplane. The aerial gimmick draws spectators, with photographers capturing the moment while ground crews coordinate the timing for the risky catch.
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Hogan
Portland Revolver Captain Smashes Own Indoor Record
George Armstrong captain of the Portland Revolver club and holder of the world indoor pistol record surpassed his prior 473 in a possible 600 by scoring 478 at the local range. He hit a 26 cent piece sized spot 50 straight times at sixty feet under electric light using a standard gun. The record will be sent to the United States Revolver association. He shoots off-hand with a four and ten inch barrel.
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Ore
George Armstrong
Portland Revolver Club
United States Revolver Association
Armstrong
Bantam Walsh Beats Krause in Milwaukee Bout
English bantamweight Jimmy Walsh defeats Milwaukee’s Krause over six rounds with ease. In New York, manager O Rourke plans a February 18 fight between Jim Flynn and Al Palzer despite Jack Johnson’s ultimatum.
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Vic
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Young Krause
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Krause
New York
Jack Johnson
Jim Flynn
al Palzer
O'Rourke
Palzer
Manager Berry Sells Criger and Agnew to Vancouver Club
Vancouver news reports Henry Berry of the De Sea Coast league club sold pitchers Criger and Agnew to the Vancouver Northwestern club. The price was not disclosed. Criger showed flashes of brilliance for the Angels, while Agnew is regarded as a promising prospect. Berry has also received a bid from Seattle for Infiel do, with decisions pending.
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Los Angeles
Henry Berry
Criger
Agnew
Vancouver Northwestern
Angel
Jay Berry
Seattle
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