Bhorkey and Fitzsimmons Ready For Their Bout
New York Aug 25 reports two fighters Hubert Fitzsimmons and Sharkey prepare for a twenty round bout at Coney Island for a purse of 25,000. Betting odds favor Sharkey but form suggests a tighter contest with Fitzsimmons training under Bob Armstrong and Sharkey aiming to prove stronger in the late rounds.
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Heanide Athletic Club
Coney Ot
Hubert Fitzsimmons Ballord
Tom Sharkey
Por Sharkey
Abe
Ruhlin
Hublin
Tman
San Francisco
Mons Dos Mot
Fitzaimmon
Bob Armstrong
Sailor
Alnee
Pitzaimmons
Fitzsimmon
Grain-O a coffee substitute tonic in a tonic form
Grain-O is described as not a stimulant like coffee but a tonic. It is presented as a successful substitute for coffee with the flavor of coffee, unlike other food drinks on the market.
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al- Otros Ad
Fragmented notes on boxing bouts and 1920s champions
Fragmented OCR text lists numerous boxing rounds, fighters, and venues with partial phrases from a period sports page. It references champions, bouts, and results across multiple cities and events, including round counts and fighter names, but many words are garbled. The readable segments suggest a summary of a boxing bulletin or sports column reporting on recent matches and historic titles.
Pittsburg Signs Bergen To Lead Catching Rank
Boston reports Pittsburg signs Bergen the famed catcher, described as one of the greatest in the league. The move links Bergen with Connie Mack and the Pittsburgh team in a notable year, amid speculation on his impact and possible Milwaukee trade.
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Boston
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Pittehore
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Milwau
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Sloan to ride Ballyhoo Bey in Whitney Futurity preview
Premier jockey accepts mount on Ballyhoo Bey as two year old futurity hopefuls gather at the track. Crowds and trainers watch keenly for the next big race, with Sloan confirmed aboard Ballyhoo Bey and other contenders stretching out for early drills amid foggy conditions.
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Sloan
Ballyhoo Bey
Whitney
Daughas Bey
Jock
William Biter
Hitle
Biton
Cader
Mike
Muncon
Rutee
Sally
Bond
White to Meet Santee at Tattersalls in September
Chicago featherweights Tommy White and Santee are slated to contest at Tattersalls on September 11. White, noted as a prominent local figure, bounces back after ankle injuries and remains a bitter rival of Santee, with plans for an athletic club promotion.
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Tattersalls
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Eme Iita
Sperry Om
Conny
MTV
Ebeo
Ein
Teriber
Races at Boston feature 2:13 trotters win
Borsima won the $10,000 Massachusetts Stakes at Menacille, the fifth renewal of the 2:13 trotters event. The Aug 2 program highlighted Masrhieetta Stakes as a key race with strong contenders and notable connections.
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Borsima
Massarhieetta
J . Monet
Menacille
Task Ie
Opening Day Harness Racing and Boxing News
Report covers Brat ied No classy Dacing purse 3190. Abbott wins two straight heats in 220% time 206% and 2:27 pace. Joe Watts, Genevieve, Ste Joe Watts, Banc. Also notes McFadden vs Qers boxing match planned in New York on Aug 4 at Broadway Athletic. Comiskey to leave for Chicago after Dalirant injury report.
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Dei W
Gap Tinea
Pusee
Ste Joe Watts
Bis
Genevieve
den Brotting
McFadden
Gans
New York
George McFadden
Joe Qers
Avignet
Tras
Peter Maher
Ise
Jory
Western League Athletics and Scores Mentioned
Fragmentary sport text lists Buffalo and Salina Manhattan Ellsworth and Burton in a late season game. It references Pullman Ordinary Sleeping Cars for tourists with comfort features and travel details.
Santa Fe halts disposition orders to force long grain hauls
The Santa Fe railroad notified it would not recognize position orders on grain for delivery to the Alton Burlington Maple Leaf or Rock Island lines. It will deliver grain only if cars return promptly or if those lines guarantee quick return, claiming a general car shortage and aiming to keep grain moving to market while keeping costs down. Local shippers fear losses as Wheat traffic may shift to rival routes.
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Kansas City Board of Trade
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Maple Leaf
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Sante
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Santa Fets
Kalasky
Urly
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Ube
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Santa Monica
Los Angeles
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Jonah
Railroads Dissatisfied With Tourist Business Figures
Denver reports continental roads far from satisfied with tourist business. Travel volume up 25 to 50 percent across lines, but low rates may cut actual earnings. Estimated tourist tickets around 25 000 this season, with revenue near 8100000, leaving slim margins despite higher passenger counts. Colorado lines hope sustained business with no rate reductions. 30 to 60 percent increases expected due to early low-rate promotions by Transcontinental routes.
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Cvontinental
Carnace Agente
Ronda
Suilt
Ucket Magenta
Colorado
Colorado Lines
Rock Island
Transmisseur
Trouble in the Order of Railway Telegraphers
In San Francisco Aug The Chronicle reports discord within the Order of Railway Telegraphers. Tensions rise as W Powell, president, suspends Estee, division B1 chairman, amid long standing dissatisfaction over administration and responses to orders. The dispute centers on execution and timely communication between headquarters and divisions.
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Cal
the Chronicle Save
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W ¥. Powell
Order
Estee
Divia Son
Fe Rates
Powell
Katee
Hikeupetler
Bro
New Ballast Machine Under Preparation Near Completion
Preparations begin for a ballast machine and near completion is reported to allow spreading two steel arms and the installation of a track. The mechanism is expected to join with two cars in a contraction, forming a platform for the process.
Fragmentary Ode Describes Ballast and Railcar Adaptations
A garbled OCR passage discusses ballast between rails and on the outside, mentions a priest, road needs, and a potential manufacturing plan. It hints at ballast servicing, testing, and possible production by shops or a manufacturing company, with references to schedule and costs.
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Sena
Rcra Aly
Serena Aenchines
Setectmanras
Excursions Still Popular Colorado Resorts Draw Eastern Crowds
Eastern visitors continue to flood Colorado summer resorts while low rates entice more travelers to western points. Rail lines report unprecedented crowds this season with excursion trains filling quickly and equipment hard to secure.
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Santa Fe Ferry Launched At Union Iron Works
Newton reports show operator changes at several stations with Banks sent to Braddock and C W Class en route to Manchester. The Santa Fe line celebrated the launch of the San Pablo ferry between this city and Point Richma, christened by Mrs Christine Payson. Chief Clerk Cullerton is dead, and burial plans follow.
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Braddock
Ed Savage Dee
Georne Neville
Colorado
C. W. Class
Santa Fe
Manchester
Great Bend
Mudge
Las Vega
Asamant
Inser
Coniperor McNeil
Carl Davignon
Charley Norton
Mexico
Newton Friends
Charley
Peesco
Kansas
Senco
Abg
San Pablo
Union Iron Works
Christine Payson
Payson
Santa Fe Road
Point Richma
Cullerton
David J. Cattert
Ohier
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Furchant Hodges
Chica
Anaecer Morn
Consurp
Dolliver Named United States Senator in Iowa
The Iowa legislature appointed Congressman J. P. Dolliver to fill the U.S. Senate vacancy caused by the death of John H Gear. The appointment runs to March and may be renewed until a successor is elected. Also notes a minister’s testimonial for Chamberlain's Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy, recounting a cure in Kansas. For sale by all druggists.
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United States
John H. Gear
March
Jaz and Dollivers
Bis
Chamberlain's Colle
A. A. Power
Wmporia
Kas
Wee Hie
Eo Jong
Chamberlain
Anther
Afteen
G A R Special to Chicago on Great Rock Island Route
The G A R Special for Chicago departs from our depot Sunday August 26 at 4 30 p m and arrives in Chicago the morning of August 27 The train features Pullman Palace and Tourist Sleepers Chair Cars and couches with a personally conducted trip Full particulars from A M Fuller chamberlain risks assumed.
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Union Paclin
Kazis
California
Oregun
Great Rock Island
Taland
Chicago
Pullman Palace
A. M. Fuller
Chamberlain
Chicago and Return Fare Notice
Chicago and return fare listed at 14.00. Tickets on sale at Ave mis to 27th. Fine return is at Begt. For tickets and reservations inquire at A. M-Fuller.
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Chicago
Great Rock Island
Gee A. M-Fuller
Decline of Baseball and Odd Whale Tales In Personal Reminiscence
A nostalgic column recalls baseball’s fade in favor of golf tennis and other outdoors, noting rowdy crowds and women's participation. The narrator shares whale odor anecdotes from California and Redondo Head, a Jonah reference, and reflections on crowds pickpockets and a surprising laundress restitution of thirty dollars.
Arnica Silsive Promised By Drugstore Ad
Fragmentary ad claims Boulein’s Arnica Suiive is the best for bruises cuts and soreness. It mentions twenty officers and men writing from the front and a promised guarantee. The text is garbled but centers on a medicinal product advertised by a druggist.
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Pios
Graisen
Buelien
Arnica
Route to National Encampment Train Leaves Kansas Points
The Santa Fe Train carrying Department Commander and staff departs Kansas points in Sepot. It will reserve space and supply folders for attendees. The message notes thousands of attendees and plans for seating and accommodations.
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