Indian Sign in Boxing Wins and Losses
A discussion of the so called Indian sign in boxing notes how certain fighters like Honey Mellody and Young Corbett were believed to hold a mysterious edge over rivals. It cites Gardner Walcott Carter and Ryan as examples where the sign was claimed to influence outcomes, reflecting old era superstition in pugilism.
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Honey Mellody
Willie Lewis
New York
Ute
Young Corbett
Yourg McGovern
Corbett
McGovern
Terry
Denverite
Sear Aomdad Waloakt
Cheorke Gardner
Kil" Carter
Jook
Doe Walcott
George Gardner
Gardner
Carter
Walcott
Jimmy Gartner
Buddy Ryan
Buddy
Ryan
Baseball and the Army Umpire Reform Idea by Gen Burt
The article discusses General Burt’s push to standardize baseball calls in the U S Army and Navy, arguing that a simple strike and ball calling system would clarify umpiring. It highlights efforts by "Bik" O Loughlin to improve communication and the broader adoption of the game among troops from the Philippines to Panama, noting discipline parallels and potential impact on major leagues.
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Army
United States
Navy
Philippines
Catia
Hawaii
Panama
Porto Rico
Hart
Fragmented Memoir Monologue of Family Echoes and Wit
A stream of quirky recollections mixes family scenes with humorous asides. The narrator recalls a grandfatherly presence, a growing son, and the laughter around dinner, while wandering through snippets about neighbors, editors, and odd anecdotes. It blends reminiscence with social commentary and playful observations.
Ambitious May Mauler John Kamla Hawks Minnesota Exchange
John Kamla, described as ambitious and progressive, was up the valley on Saturday hawing hard at Minnesota Exchange.
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John Kamla
Minnesota
Bay rule aims to shorten nightly bowling block
The discussion centers on amending the championship rule to reduce nightly point blocks from 200 to 125 or 150, with Hurston and Keogh proposing changes to shorten play and improve the contest. Players discuss table design and ball rebound issues while noting broader bowling federation actions and upcoming meetings to standardize rules.
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Thonesto
Rene
Mnestin
Ohhinnlin
Abby Pool
Vile Cantonrien
Hurston
Keogh
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Caloag
the ‘Overland Limited
Chicago
Paul
Minneapolis
Chicago & North-Western
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Ems
Salt Lake City
Uta
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Saint Louie
Memphis
Southeastern Limited
Springfield
Birmingham
Atlanta
Jacksonville
W. Martin
17Th St
Denver, Colo
Noex
Oregon Short Line Railroad
Granger Ar
Kemmerer
Montpelier
McCammon Ly
Pocawllo Ly
Porateilo
Ogden Ly
Salt Lake Ly
Cumberland Branch
Nao
Dm Burley
No. Ly
Cumberland Ar
Kommoror Ly
Hamilton
Age Byender
Lake City
Utal
Lee
Iwine
Cardus
DRS, Cunnington & Hocker
Orricas
Evanston, Diamondville
Cumberland, Kemmerer
Dr. King
Fale
Betton Fren
Pete’s Stock Exchange
Peter Gordon, JR
Chicagd
Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul Railway
Imam & Kindness
Ogden
Standard
Town
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Lenagar
van Rant
Ann i
C. $. Williams
Utah
Clarke
Pittsbore
Fred Clarke
Whive
Felder
Fistlana
Burt
Tnt
Wurie
Ana
Robin Sini
Bill
Peter
Sarannthy
Trust
Clinton
Cate
Arate
Eplieures
Villou
Eportine Goss
Earl Moore
Cleveland
Todlay
Ball
Bowlins
Chicinnati
Howline Congress
ST House
Gary Hereiman
Chielmnatt
Brosen
Trdianapolla
Ane
Charles D. Wilson
Win Belfer
Abe Langtry
Milwaukee
G Hautenberg
J. Sweeney
Frank Pasdelongy
Cago
Col J HL Hauge
Loutavilla
Robert Ho Beynon
Wianapolis
Dnd
A. Wo McCormachek
Taledo
Thomas Hueston
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