Fighting Game Thrives In Little Old New York
New York boxing thrives amid injunctions and police limits as promoters led by Billy Gibson stage bouts. Promoters push top fighters into 10 round matches, charging up to ten dollars for seats while showcasing Abe Auell, Moran, Driscoll, Welsh and Langford among others.
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California Is Winner In Pacific Coast Intercollegiate Play
California won the Pacific coast intercollegiate championship 7 to 2 after a nine inning duel. Johnson of the University team faltered in the tenth as California drew seven runs on walks, hits, and a home run. Parker pitched steadily for California while Johnson faded. Hickingbotham, Gay and Goodwin made notable circus catches with Goodwin shining at second.
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Hopkinsville Batter Goes 7 for 7 in 24–2 Win
Hopkinsville player Bunny Lyons of the KLT league went seven for seven against Vincennes, with two triples three doubles and two singles totaling 14 bases. Hopkinsville defeated Vincennes 24 to 2 in the May 25 game.
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Coast championship race on Lake Washington set for today
All four rowing crews from California and Washington are in good form for the Coast championship event this afternoon at 6 30 on Lake Washington. Races begin near Leschi park and finish at the grand stand at Madison park with spectators able to view from the boulevard.
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Game laws request to postal replies in U S and Canada
A notice invites readers to obtain the game laws of the United States and Canada by sending a letter with a stamp to John L. Riseland in Washington or to Hugo Kelly at the Courthouse building in Seattle.
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On Edge for Fight in Los Angeles Saturday
John ny McCarthy and Geo Memsic are fit for a 20 round contest in Los Angeles Saturday. The winner will face either Packey McFarland or Freddie Welch in a subsequent bout.
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Johnny Evers to Return to Chicago Lineup in Ten Days
Chicago reports Johnny Evers, the Chicago second baseman, will be back in the lineup within ten days rather than remaining a physical wreck. The news confirms an expected return from his injury and outlines a quick comeback timeline.
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Old time baseball thoughts and tales on hits and trades
The column ruminates on baseball’s economics and legends. It references Packey McFarland, Princeton, Connie Mack, Lefty Russell, Jake Daubert, Jim Flynn, Jack Johanson, and the Boston Red Sox. It muses on trade restraint, fan interest, and upcoming bouts for May 29 at Kenosha Wisconsin.
Boxing and Baseball Notes from Early 1900s Sports Roundup
A collage of sports mentions. Boxing figures Pill and Ad Wolgast clash for lightweight title while Frankie Barna faces Wolgast. boxing prospects ride uncertain. Baseball chatter highlights Toledo, St. Louis, Washington efforts and Phillies money-making lead. Doom’s club aims to top standings by July. League races remain tight in the National, with the American showing weaker competition and quirky name changes in teams.
Eilers Pioneers Seek Games for 28th and 29th
The Eilers Pioneers aim to schedule games for the 28th and 29th and later this month. Ed Hooper of Seattle Electric Co. is the contact. The Rhodes defeated Hollywood 11 to 1 in Sunday rounds and seeks another match with a fast team locally or away. The Railway Post Office clerks lost to Fort Ward First Coast Artillery by 7 to 6 yesterday.
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Motor boat fines boost Seattle customs revenue
Regulations on motor boat owners yield a rich harvest for the Seattle customs house. Ten or twelve violations are reported daily with a $100 penalty per case.
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Governor invited to boxing matches at New Capitol club
Jefferson City May 25 Governor Hadley has been invited to attend boxing matches at the New Capitol Athletic club Friday featuring Monte Dale of Denver against Jens Gilbert of Philadelphia in lightweight bout. The governor will decide if the club has the right to hold matches before confirming attendance.
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The Star Want Ads Service Advises on Writing Help
The Star provides rapid telephone Want Ads service and expert ad writing advice. Operators handle urgent emergency calls for help, guiding customers to effective ads for quick results.
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Princeton Edges Michigan 6 to 4 on Home Field
Princeton topped Michigan 6 to 4 at Princeton baseball grounds yesterday. Brown lost to Pennsylvania 7 to 4 at Pennsylvania’s field the same day. In golf, three Americans won the first round at Prestwick, where 146 competitors entered the amateur championship.
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Beating Sutton by Seattle Juvenile Billiard Star
George Sutton lost to Chase Sibley of Seattle 50 to 42 before 400 fans at Brown & Haten's. Sutton vows to strike back tonight and Friday as they clash again. Also notes National Bank of Commerce defeat by Seattle National 10 to 7 and Matt Wells the English lightweight champion arrives in New York to tour the U S and meet local contenders.
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Tigers Triumph Over Giants In Slow Pitch Display
The Tigers shut out the Giants as Mike Lynch made a sensational one handed catch off Cocash’s fly. Early in the game Barnes launched a homer and Burns duplicated a similar feat on Tuesday. Rockenfield scored on a two base hit as Hasney added a run with a single. The Tigers opened the slaughter in the third inning and, despite Cocash’s effort, held on for the win.
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Beavers Lose Twice to Champs in Vancouver Slugfest
Vancouver Beavers fall to Spokane 6-4 and 6-2 in the morning game and 6-2 and 6-2 in the afternoon. Batteries included Hatteries Cates Lewis Kraft Hasty Engel Gervais Holm Ostdtek. Victoria report notes Speed Thomas dominating for the Pippins in a separate game.
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Baseball Scoreboard Report from Brooklyn and New York Games
Batting details show Brooklyn and Pittsburg players with mixed results. New York match against Cincinnati lists batteries: Jaep ar Clarke Marquard Meyers with partial scores and field outcomes.
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