Jeffries Feels Disgust Over Fight Location Decision
James J. Jeffries shows a grim mood as Governor Gillett steps in to halt the fight plan. Camp rumors fly and the prospect of Reno or San Francisco heats debate among his trainers and backers. Receipts may drop two thirds if Reno becomes the site.
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Blot to proceed with Langford Kaufman boxing match
Lewis Blot announces he will proceed with the Langford Kaufman fight in San Francisco despite Gov Gilletts order to halt. He cites police assurances and his city license as protections while admitting he will consult lawyers about potential post fight actions.
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Jensen Shuts Out Turks In Vancouver Victory
Beavers beat Seattle three straight games after a strong showing from Brven Jensen. Vancouver pitcher held Seattle hitless through four innings before the Beavers pulled ahead with three runs, as Vancouver played sensational defense and received perfect support from Jensen.
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Rain Halts Spokane Game Amid Wet Weather Chaos
A flooded afternoon halted the Spokane at Tacoma game as rain disrupted play. Despite attempts to resume, the field remained unplayable with players noting the heavy conditions and interruptions.
Recruited Pitcher Ford Shines in Narrow Defeat
Butch Belfort accompanied the Turks to Vancouver as a possible alias. Ford pitched well against Jensen, while Belford entered the box with limited conditioning. Dode Brinker missed a few days with a thigh strain after a minor injury. Fielder Jones, ex White Sox star, resigns with Chehalis in the Washington State league, seeking a brief Coast respite before returning to play midst unclear intentions.
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Diamond Glints and Baseball Gossip Quietly Stir Cleveland Scene
The piece reports on Cleveland team issues including calls to call off a Scott matter, possible successor for Horace Fogel in Philadelphia, and players like Pat Newnam and Joe Wiggins with minor league moves. It notes rain postponements for the Naps, adds remarks by Addie Joss on no hit games, and mentions umpire Ollie Chi and manager Pat Donovan amid local chatter.
Pirates Sign Vann and Moyer In National League Draft
In nine rounds the Pirates sign Vann from the University of Arkansas as a national first sacker. Dee Moyer of Youngstown is signed by Washington for their staff, while McAleer’s Washington unit underperforms this season.
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Reno to Seattle Fight Travel Costs Rumored
The text outlines travel implications for moving a fight scene from San Francisco to Reno, noting added railroad fare of six dollars and an extra 16 hours of travel time, plus sleeping and dining car expenses. It cites Seattle to San Francisco as 959 miles with $4 hours of travel and a $26.40 ticket. Reno is 1,008 miles, 48 hours, and $26.90.
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Hart Breaks a Local Record at Oriental Pool Parlor
Wart, a 1,000-point hall of fame player, drilled a 78 run at the Oriental pool parlors last night. He also followed with 40 and smaller runs in the game, pushing his local record.
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Johnson's Machines Attachment Sets Suit for 2000
A fragment reports an attachment involving Johnson's racing car business and a claim of $2,000 tied to George Seer representing a colored party. Deputy actions are referenced with implied legal proceedings and potential consequences for sleep disruption amid a notice of seizure.
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National League notes on games and players
Centienal sec reccshes Philadelphia. Batteries Beebe and Mclean Ewing and Moran. At New York Pittsburg New York game postponed. At Brooklyn Chicago Brooklyn game postponed. St Louis Boston game postponed. Zach Wheat Brooklyn national outfielder in part Indian. his mother is Cherokee.
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