Jeffries Near retirement stirs ring talk and graft debates
Champion Jim Jeffries plans to retire by year end and will not fight past December 31. Gotch Johnson and other heavyweights press but faces limited chances. Umpire quality and voice matter. graft allegations in college athletics spark debate as Archie Mahone rises after Arthur Duffy’s defeat.
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Jim Jeffries
Frank Goteh
America
Jack Johnson
Jeffries
Geteh
Gotoh
New York
Pugihet
Jeffriee
Old Eli
Arthur Duffy
Archie Mahne
Uncle Sam
Duffy
Daniel Cupid
Sammy Kelley
Billy Plimmer
England
Plimmer
Kelly
Illustrated Billiards Shot to Position
The article describes striking the cue ball low and to the left so the red ball is nearly full, using the cushion to guide the shot for optimal position. It explains the given ball arrangement and asserts this is the best play for position.
King of the Diamond Needs Vision and Voice
The article argues an umpire must have sharp eyesight and agility, plus a clear voice, to make correct calls. It emphasizes staying close to the ball behind the plate to call balls and strikes without impeding play, noting a smooth fielder may mislead observers.
Rainier Defeated Again in Inter-Club Pool Match
W H Morris defeated B A Strout 100 to 75 at the Rainier club as Morris of the Seattle Athletic club bested Strout of Rainier. Rainier again loses in the semis, with evenly played first half and Morris forging ahead after the 60 point mark. Seattle to Play Portland The Seattle Golf club team schedules a two day series with Waverly club of Portland next weekend. Chicago March 8 Rome Respa, Edward Corrigan T C McDowell and Capt S S Brown, noted race horse owners, blacklisted by Western Jockey Club stewards for the summer tracks. 1905 Iver Johnson Tris Frame Bicycles available at Spinning's for 60 dollars with coaster.
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B. A. Strout
Rainier Club
Morris
Seattle Athletic Club
Strout
Rainier
Seattle
Portland
Seattle Golf Club
Waverly Club
Chicago
March
Rome Respesa
Edward Corrigan
T. C. McDowell
Brown
Western Jockey Club
Jockey Club
Jockey Cab
Fluke Wins and Ring Tales from Early Boxing Nights
James J. Corbett recounts odd knockouts and near misses from 1890s boxing bouts. The piece recalls a Frisco welterweight clash, a double KO on one evening, and the rise of fighters like Sammy Kelley amid the sport’s training and promotional era.
Ring Encounter Without Referee in New York
A reminiscence recalls a bare knuckles era in New York where two men entered the ring with no referee or timekeeper. Dominick McCaffery, at the height of his fame, challenged the author and said he could end the contest privately or publicly. The narrator notes Kilrain’s notoriety after a New Orleans victory and a historic 76 round bout with John L. Sullivan.
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Mike Jionovan
Dave Gideon
Phil Dwyer
Mr Caffery
Casino
Brooklyn
al Smith Maule Corbett
Simmie Wakely
McCaffery
Jack Donald
New Y Ork Mb
East
Dominick McCaffery
John L. Sullivan
Kirain
New Orleans
Kilrain
Dr Kings New Discovery Promises Cure For Consumption
A Talladega Springs man reports severe lung illness improved after using Dr Kings New Discovery for Consumption and Pneumonula. The advertisement touts relief from sore throat bronchitis and coughs with guaranteed bottles at G O Guy's drug store and a free trial offer.
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G. O. Guy's
Dagourmans Gloss Renewing Prep for Wood Surfaces
Wipe polished wood with a cloth damp in Dagourmns or apply with a brush and dry wipe. Removes dirt dust stains and scratches in one pass, leaving a clean brilliant surface that resists dulling and gumming. Contains surface gloss renewer and germ killer properties.
Featherweights Multiply as Title Shelved by Boys
Featherweights increase as the title sits idle with youths too large for lighter classes. The class swells nationwide with many young hopefuls and strong challengers. Philadelphia saw several boxers enter the ring recently, prompting questions about greatness if Jeffries were to die.
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Tiis
Philadelphia
Jeffries
Fight sports move toward legalization end in graveyard
A writer warns that prize fighting and live pigeon shooting face legal elimination. California legislators oppose the change, and the coast faces erasure from boxing as efforts to ban the sport intensify. The piece predicts a final epitaph for boxing as it declines from its own conflicting actions.
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California
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