Flying Good Sport Only For Amateurs
Aviation as a sport is great yet professional flying is deadly, says Charles K. Hamilton after a crash at The Meadows. The 29 year old, crippled for life, vows to quit the profession and pursue aviation as an amateur sport with safer, selective flying. He argues amateurs can choose conditions and avoid fatal risks, while professionals push against death.
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Charles K. Hamilton
Hamilton
Obody
Eve
Rainier- Grand Hotel
Flain
Shine
Tom
United States
Attell Driscoll Featherweight Fight Possible in Colma
San Francisco March 16 Jim Coffroth expects word soon that Jim Driscoll will meet Abe Attell in Colma arena on July 2. If confirmed the 2 round format may be used as they seek a return match after their 19 round New York bout. Weight issues loom but Attell has shown willingness to fight any featherweight or light weight. Driscoll's top weight is 126 pounds and London rumors link him to Spike Robson.
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San Francisco
Jim Coffroth
Jim Driscoll
Abe Attell
Colma Arena
Ben Selig
Attell
Coffroth
Noty
Driscoll
London
New York
Abe
Lon
Spike Robson
Robson
States
Harlem Tommy Murphy
Joe Gans
Murphy
Ketchel
Griffin
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Langford
Philadelphia
Michigan
Broughton
Jack Black
Duke of Cumberland
Ker
Slack
Bawara” Hunt
Hunt
Tom Johnson
Johnson
Jeffries
Jim
Isaac
No More Joy Rides for Jack Johnson
Chicago report recounts Jack Johnson and his wife escaping death after a snowfall crash while driving. Johnson says he is learning the automobile business and plans training on the Pacific coast come May first.
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Jack Johnson
Coltect Press
Chicago
Johnson
Pacific Coast
New Ball Play Featured In Spring Baseball
Hot Springs Arkansas March 16 A new tactic called the cross out by Tip Wright draws attention as major league teams test it this spring. The play involves infielders coordinating a sequence to trap runners on third and first with a series of fast transfers and throws, risking a bluff run by the runner while aiming to cut down steals and score threats.
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Hot Springs
Ark
Thenatcher
Hin Hare
Boxing's early legends and the Broughton era origins
A historical survey traces the evolution of boxing from its ancient roots to 18th century England. It highlights Jack Broughton introducing blocking and parrying, the spread of rules, notable champions like Hunt and Johnson, famed bouts, and the financial stakes of matches.
Langford bout details sketchy amid promoter shifts
The article outlines an expected Langford fight with opponents unnamed as of March 16. Billy and a Paris to Francisco schedule are mentioned, with Joe Man as manager and Jim Coffroth set to promote. The piece notes Woodman will arrange a bout versus Tar Baby and Thunderbolt.
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United Press
Billy Oe
Paris
Francisco
Joe Man
Jim Coffroth
Offroth
Los Angeles
Woodman
Maybray Secrets Out at Trial of Swindlers
Howard Simpson testified in the trial of John Maybray and alleged associates in a swindling gang known as the Maypray group. Simpson described the card index system used to track dupes called Mikes and Mikers and affirmed his own past gang involvement. He testified for the government against leaders R. B. Herriman and F. W. Brown, while signaling he may not testify against Maybray unless compelled.
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Maybray
Howard Simpson
Simpson
Mikes
Mikers
Miker
R. B. Herriman
F. W. Brown
San Jose
Callie
Buckfoot
Herriman
Brown
Billy Sullivan In Serious Condition At Ball Grounds
Billy Sullivan the White Sox catcher lies in serious condition after a rusty wall injury at the ball grounds. Doctors fear lockjaw tetanus as blood poisoning was once feared and Sullivan underwent a minor operation. His wife has gone to be with him.
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United
Los Angeles
Billy Sullivan
White Sox
Sullivan
Hullivan
Vancouver Fanchart er Steamer to San Francisco Fight
D. B. Brown & Co charter the Australian liner Marama 6500 tons to carry local and other fans to the Johnson Jeffries bout. The ship sails Vancouver July 1 reaches San Francisco July 3 returns July 5 with 400 berths and meals included. Round trip fares range 60 to 90 dollars with meals and berth.
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United Preas
Vancouver
B. C
D. B. Brown & Co
San Francisco
Washington Runners Chosen for Guard Meet At Armory
Coach Hall selects 28 University of Washington trackmen to compete in the National Guard Athletic Association indoor meet at the Armory next Friday night. Entries include the 60, 306, 600 yard dashes, pole vault, hurdles, and relay. Prospects are improving as the war quad trains, with few freshmen seen as leading contenders.
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National Guard Athletic Association
Armory
Ashington
Feve
Intercollegiate Chams Set for Princeton Date and Other Sports Notes
The article lists several sports items including the intercollegiate m nantic championships at Princeton on the 26th, Persimmon skeleton donation to the British Natural History Museum, Davon figure skating title to U Saishow, Pacific AAU head Pixette pushing amateur athletics in Hawaii, a British hydroplane in Monaco claiming 38 knot speed, and dog show entries and the Ocean Yacht Race starting July 4 with boats like the Serling noted.
Ito and Johnson 0 Meet on Mat Tonight
Julius Johnson the Norwegian grappler faces Tokoguro Iio in a jiujiten match at the Grand Opera House tonight. Ito, sharper with holds, meets a heavier fast opponent after recent showings against Eddie Robinson and George Braun. Preliminary fights begin at 6:30 with tickets selling quickly.
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Tokoguro Iio
Northwest
Grand Opera House
Ito
Johnson
Eddie Robinson
George Braun
Ae Mat
Poulsbo
Inez
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