Britt Beats Corbett In Historic California Featherweight Fight
In San Francisco on March 6 Old-time boxing fans witnessed a 20 round war between Young Britt featherweight champion of the world and Jimmy Pritt. Britt seized the initiative late and with steady body work and superior stamina outlasted Corbett to win a decisive decision before a rumbling crowd of around 8 000.
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Sports Notes From The Era Of Many Contests And Challenges
The passage lists multiple upcoming and ongoing sports items across racing, swimming, boxing, golf, auto racing, and wrestling. Notable mentions include Stirickioff joining Milwaukee, McCheaney’s strong conditioning, Viperine’s racing success, Kelran breaking a half mile record, golf championships in Grand Rapids and Highland Park, McCoy versus Fitzsimmons booking, Oldfield aiming for a speed record, McGuire’s impending retirement, and Bilva seeking American heavyweight opponents amid African interest.
Why Britt Won By Billy Lavigne
Billy Lavigne, a noted local sports figure, explains Britt prevailed last night due to sharper judgment. He argues Britt baited Corbett while keeping him tired, then seized the moment as Corbett grew exhausted and overreached.
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Corbett Comments After Tight Fight Here
Buffalo report from March 26 notes Jim Corbett, in town for a bout, saying he will take Ed Graney's challenge and that Young Corbett stalled too much while Britt appeared likely to gain the edge in the rounds.
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Short sports notes on football and athletics events
Short sports items note Rute Waddell being forgiven and taken south with the Athletics. The Plurvord Yale football game is set for November 19 nearby. Prank Perrell, secretary and treasurer of the New York Americans, mentions ongoing arguments between the two.
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Organizing Meeting Forms Tacoma Everett Lacrosse League
A large lacrosse meeting in the Chamber of Commerce room elected officers for the coming season. Officers include President G. M. Stewart and Captain Pd Milne with maroon and white colors. A league with Beattie Club and Seattle Tacoma Everett ties aims to schedule games by April 19.
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United States
Cambridge Varsity Eight Defeats Oxford in Tideway Race
The Cambridge varsity eight won the annual Thames beat race against Oxford by four lengths in 22 minutes 34 seconds. Thousands watched but interest was muted as the court mourned the late Duke of Cambridge and royalty was absent.
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Knight May Stay at Higher Salary for Next Season
University students voiced support for keeping Coach Knight at higher pay as he seeks $1,800 for the upcoming season. The coach is likely to receive the requested salary.
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Boxers clash in Phoenix Clubs opening amateur show
Billy Lavigne has set a program at Rankeball Hall for Phoenix Clubs opening amateur show next Tuesday night. The main event features Ruben Green against Jock McCarthy with a potential heavyweight title outcome. The card includes several newcomers and minor bouts to please boxing fans.
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Harris' hormehide wallopers lose to Wilson's Beattle
March 26 report from San Francisco shows Harris' team defeated by Wilson's Beattle 4 to 1 with Kid Williams delivering standout pitching and bat. Yerkes started for Frisco, while Wil won signed a college boy who threw well and hit when at bat.
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Manuel Lopes Ball Team Reorganized for New Season
Frank Newnan reorganises the Manuel Lopes ball team and expects him to be in the field this season. A game is likely to be played with the university next Saturday.
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University
British Columbia kennel show entries close tomorrow
Entries for the British Columbia kennel show must be mailed today to the secretary to ensure proper cataloging of dogs. The item notes about medals and prizes and mentions local preparations.
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Dr Mile Antipete Relief Claim For Nerve Pain
An old advertisement claims headache sneaking dizziness and indigestion come from nerves and stimulation. It asserts Dr Mile Antipete relieves these symptoms almost immediately with a remedy containing nothing injurious. The wording suggests a painless effect and unnoticed use due to its safety.
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Dr Miles Anti Pain Pills Widely Sold Says Patient Testimony
A testimonial mentions Dr Miles Anti Pain Pills as a household remedy for pain and nervousness. The notice claims relief for neuralgia and indigestion and offers a money back guarantee if the first bottle fails, with a Moorestown address and price of 5 cents per bottle.
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Danks
Moorestown
Woman Revived by New York Wonderworker After Threatened Burial
A woman declared dead is revived and returned to health by a New York healer whose alleged power over death astonishes observers. The event draws attention to methods and claims surrounding claimed miracle cures in the city.
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New York
Wonderworker
Local New York Doctor Claims miraculous cures from a Life Force
Brenton Harbor residents report Dr. Wallace Hadley of New York City claims a secret life sustaining liquid can revive the seemingly dead and cure diseases like Bright's disease and consumption. He cites letters from patients in Virginia and Maine and offers free diagnosis and home treatment plans.
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