Wagner and Flick Close in Run-Scoring Chase
New York reports the latest league standings through Thursday. Magey McGraw remains a top hitter as Beckley and Irwin contribute for Cincinnati. Quinn is ranked best at second base while McGintty and Wasser push for catching records. The standout names include Wagner, Flick, Corcoran, Donovan, and McGraw as teams press toward the season’s mid point with tight races in batting and pitching.
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New York
Urbane
Magey McGraw
Wasser
Beckley
Irwin
Barrett
Cincinnati
Becky
Toe Quinn
Nfeidt
Elehth
Cincianati
Steinfvidt
Ortatops
Corcoran Hellrick
Feld
Donovan
Cnouan
Camille
Piladelphia
Bat Troakiye
Inmatl
Brooklyn
Heda
Ted
Ema Ennest Senlaigs
Lemcue
Tide
Wlng
Cally
Indreiaual
Harrere
Tancehill
Aocunst
Jirelfenstein
Serdar
Vineir
Aun Batta
Ciocindath
Pitz Retires from Boxing After Failed Jeffries Bid
New York reports veteran heavyweight Robert Fussieh Bienes announces retirement after failing to secure a match with Jeffries before the upcoming law deadline. He states he will not fight or defend the title again and confirms plans to leave the heavyweight division to focus on other endeavors.
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Jetries
New York
Robert Fussieh- Bienes
Jeffries
Tam
Britny
Elaine
Te Hergan Mw
Finsimmons
Per
Jeffries Fitzsimmons clash talks falter for September bid
The parties discuss a potential match between heavyweights Jeffries and Fitzsimmons for a bout before a September date, with Brady and Jayo Seeks arguing over readiness and timing. Jeffries backs a three month window from September 1 for the fight, while Fitzsimmons rejects the proposal as promotional.
Walcott West Fight Ends In Odd Ruling At Madison Square Garden
The Walcott West boxing bout at the Twentieth Century Club in Madison Square Garden ended after eleven rounds with suspicion of foul play. Referee Charlie White declared West the winner amid claims of Walcott’s unusual behavior and betting activity. Club manager Kennedy said wagers were not recognized by New York state authorities and any bets could be voided if permitted.
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Tommy West
New York
Aug
Joe Walcott
Twentieth Century Club
Madison Square Garden
Walcott
Tefer
Chariey
West
Walesti
Inniger Kennedy
Clu
Jcott
Ken~ Nédy
New York State
Mal Perme
COY VERSUS MCCOY TITLE FIGHTS SET FOR NEW YORK
The article outlines Jim Corbett planned tactics against M C McCoy at Madison Square Garden. It details McCoy’s rushing strategy to wear Corbett down and finish him, while Corbett promises a cautious approach to avoid damaging blows.
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New York
Aus
Ae ‘Oy
Jumen J Dect
Madison Square
Arden
Corbett
Eich Yoor
J. Corbett
McCay
McCay Are Sirst Claas Condlor Thete Behe Porate Has Been” Trelainat
Buin
Dal Hinwitiay Gharies
Ie Kelly
Arthur Keeley
Meloy
Setatoen
Corbett Finlaee
Jack O Srlen
Florsedeiyt
Ieee Ison
Darbeet
Una Howe
Ion
Ayer
Aam
York
Mani de Es Poset
Ealing Ragna
Shea
Bout Favors Jeffries as Experts Predict Stirring Clash
The article details expert opinions on a looming bout, with Jeffries favored on points over 23 rounds. It notes Corbett’s strategy to start strong, McCoy’s planned aggression, and Mayer Hinsent’s betting insights highlighting shifts in expectations and fighter forms.
Corbett and Fitzsimmons in bidding for September fight
The article reports James J. Corbett challenging Bob Fitzsimmons for a bout to be staged before September 1. Talks mention Corbett’s willingness to fight. bets and forfeits are discussed, with plans to arrange terms and a large betting purse if the match is made.
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New York
A. S
James J. Corbett Peard
Aestrateh
Bob Pitesim
Fan
Corbett
Pitesbamon
Ian
Cormett
Piisinnans
Easlar Kamelam
Shermer
Trim McCoy
Fitzsimmons
Wheelman's Novel Idea to Cross Sahara by Bicycle
Chicago Aug. Chilcoot Pass described as a daring ride across the Sahara. Rider C. A. Browerm built a snow cycle with wide tire and frame tweaks. Stevens plans a chainless wheel with four inch tire, riding behind a train to recover if needed, aiming to set travel records across the desert.
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Sahara Desert
Chilcoot Pass
Chicago
Aug. S
Chilcoot Plas
C. A. Browerm
Cape Nome
Evens
Afric
Sahara
San
Fondy Snd
Stevens
Chileoet
Brady Brings a Suit on Late Fight Receipts
Theatrical manager Wanta sues over accounting of late fight receipts in New York August. William A. Bendy leads the case against receipts at the Twentieth Century Sporting Club as he accuses irregularities in profits reporting.
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New York
William A. Bendy
Caragion
Irony of climate advice amid unchangeable circumstances
Fragmented text notes doctors urging climate change as a remedy. The passage laments the irony of recommending a different climate to those whose situation prevents such a change, touching on health, sight, and personal struggle without clear events or names.
Dr Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery Mentioned
Fragmentary OCR notes mention Dr Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery and a cryptic line about preparation and dates. No clear event, person, orplace details emerge beyond the medical product reference and scattered words.
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Dr Pierce
Golden Medical Discovery
Fragmentary OCR note on costs and timing details
A garbled OCR fragment references costs and schedules, noting a sum over six hundred and items that may exceed three hundred forty somewhere in a Thursday event related to Brady and Corbettada, with mentions of a Gerber figure and testing.
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Dail Gerber
Commel Fi Brady
Corres
Corbettada
Chicago League Club Faces Turmoil Amid Baseball Dispute
Tensions rise as Chicago National League leader Hart and Ban Johnson dispute control. Reports suggest clashes with Jim Americas Jonge and other figures, with Hartzel and Roscoe Miller named among frontier figures in the clash among managers Watkins and Burns.
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Samed A. Harte
Jim Americas Jonge
Brian B. Johnson
Hart
Ban Johnson
Mr. Hare
Hartzel
Fieigers
Indianapolis
Roscoe Miller
Detroit
Watkins
Burns
Little Pugilists Clash Tonight at Coney Island
Tommy Sullivan of Brooklyn faces a 28 round battle at Coney Island tonight against a rival listed as Little Pugilist. Sullivan recently defeated George Dixon in a Seaside Sporting Club bout and is hailed as one of the best small fighters. The winner likely meets Terry McGovern.
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Cottey Island
Meet program set for State Sportsmen's meet at Wichita
Wichita August 28. The State Sportsmen’s association meet will be held in Wichita September 4 to 6 at Idvernide park under Wichita Gun Club auspices. Officers Paul Meilinger and George R. Parham lead the local delegation. Shooting starts daily at 9 a.m. under new interstate rules. Detroit players fined. Newton football prep underway as season opens abroad.
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Wichita
State
Idvernide Park
Wichite Gun Club
Paul Meilinger
Secetary
George R. Parham
Residence of Geo Bishop Bombarded in Salting Fight
A neighborhood war in Salting between Geo A Bishop and neighbors erupted in the early morning hours. Shots, brickbats, and broken glass flew as the assault targeted Bishop s home and chickens. Police arrests were not yet made, with continued expectant developments.
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Salting
North Bauta
Geo. A. Bishop
Bishop
Asteep
Orick
Watts
Family row leaves man jailed and other gravely wounded
J T Cunningham a farmer, jailed after a Sunday morning clash five miles south of Burlington Australia. His father in law T Hurd lies near death with a two inch square skull wound. Witness Sir Cakeley says attack began when Hurd swung a scythe. skull fracture pieces removed, doctors say small recovery chance. Hurd is 72, Cunningham 62, self defense cited by witnesses.
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Burlington
Aus
J. T. Cunningham
T. Hurd
Cunningham
Hurd
Salisbury
Cleveland
Menathen
Cakeley
Cowley County Bonds Reduced by Five-Mill Sinking Tax
Winfield August 28 Cowley county commissioners say a five mill sinking fund levy reduced bonded indebtedness by 22000 in the last year Half of the bonds were cancelled July 1 2000 and returned to County Clerk George W Blount The plan aims to cancel about 26000 more next year and keep the tax if conditions stay favorable
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Winfield
Board of County Commissioners
Cowley County
Geo. W. Bloun
Mysterious shooting shocks Arkansas City resident
In Arkansas City Kansas on August 2 Jennie Hooker was shot while in a vehicle. Authorities say the shooter is unknown and the motive unclear as investigators search for leads. The bullet struck under the chin and lodged near the back of the car, prompting a morning-examining doctor to review the case.
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Arkansas City
Kas
Jennie Hooker
Hooker
Fruit Crops Hit by Weekend Storm Across Region
A Williamsburg report indicates Saturday’s hail storm caused greater damage than first feared. In Agricola and areas east to Emerald, fruit crops were wiped out and stock sustained losses along the storm’s ten mile path.
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Williamsburg
Agricola
Here
Emerald
Storn
Lightning proves fatal to young farmer during storm
In Lene on August 25 a young farmer Roy Smith was instantly killed by lightning during a fierce electrical storm. A companion who was near him was seriously injured but expected to recover. The incident occurred a few miles northeast of the city. the two men were working on a field when the strike occurred.
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Lene
Roy Smith
Neoneshs Residents Seek Nature’s Anti Fat Remedy
In Neandesha on August 23 residents react to Sun claims about a local nature based weight loss remedy. The report notes community response and contrast with national messages, as residents in this town push for access to the product amid mixed coverage.
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Pad
United States
Cadwallader Letter From West Lebanon Grocer Read
A verbatim letter from Mr Cadwallader of West Lebanon Indiana, a dealer in groceries boots and shoes general merchandise and grain, will be read with interest by his many friends and acquaintances.
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Cadwallader
Marchandise
West
Lebanon
Ind
Burlingame Briefs and Local Notices From August Issue
Dressed in Indian attire a local group is described as resembling starving India. Accidents to boys report two Burlingame youths in serious condition. one child near death from lockjaw after a weed issue, another boy injured jumping from a fence. A long list of small monetary notices follows, with names and amounts. The column closes praising sugar maple trees as ideal for the area, noting their beauty and suitability over soft maples or box elders.
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Burlingame
Marcellus Curtis
Charles H. Curtis
Bilas
Robinson
Naples
Woodmen of Central Kansas set for annual jog and prizes
Rev. Thomas Martin named state lecturer to oversee sports events. Burrton faces Hilsworth in a ball game as part of the program. Prizes and team drills attract attention, with the event planned for Tuesday in Halstead.
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Central Kansas
Halstead
Thomas Martin
Burrton
Hilsworth
Big Emporia Melon Attracts Town Visitors
Garver and ada display a large Emporia melon in town as the state exhibition opens. The fruit is kept cold storage for preservation while on lookers admire the size and weigh. Jur Sitporta comments on the event.
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Emporia
Garver
Ada
Warmer Aug Aeroenes Club Organizes at Wamogo McKinley
Old settlers of Butler county plan annual reunion with officers Wilt lam Rogers president and Tina Bleoiing as secretary and treasurer. Event set for September 11, highlighting community activities and local organizations.
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Jennies
I Wiltlam Rogers
Oot
Butler County
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