Aunt Sophie Hoodwinked Treasurys Watchdog by Safe Money Mixup
In 1862 Sophie Haknes, a temporary chef for General Spinner, hid a hoard of nearly 1 million in unguarded money while sweeping the treasury. She stayed by the stash as the lookout and fearfully awaited Gen Spinner, who eventually learned the truth after a tense night. The incident ended with Spinner vowing to guard the treasury and Sophie freed after proper inquiry.
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Washington Post
Sophie Haknes
Gen
Spinner
Sophie
Bil
Bephie
Shin
Ridine Ile Waly
So- Phi
Ant
Gen Spinner
Treasury
Gophie
Sy Wan
Dr. ‘Thomas
Elouis Ae
Notable Sharkey Niego Ring Rush Ties to Film Time
In St Louis December 62 the famed Sharkey Niego bout is recalled with details of lighted ring sides and the strategy of rushing as fight pictures were shot. George Siler notes the cool spot near the back of the ring and explains the photographer’s setup and Sharkey’s tactics in the tumbling exchange.
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St Louis
Sharkey
Niego
Jamres
George Siler
Jettriwe Ketty
Las Hinde
Mohd
Corber
Almi
Benger
Hogan's Reply and Betting Sparks NYC Boxing Rumors
In a tangle of proposed matches and bets, Hogan criticizes New York promoter schemes as Gardner taunts him. Bets of 1000 pounds circle the scene with plans for a showdown in Louisville or Paris venues, Hogan pressing for a fair match while forfeit stakes loom over possible reinforcements.
New Staxes Announced for Brighton Beach Fixtures 1900
New secretary T M Jackson of the Brighton Beach Rating association unveils major stakes for 1900 with closing dates. The Foxhall for two year olds offers 15000 guaranteed value, while the Produce stakes will run in 1902 in two divisions. Other stakes close January 11 with similar structure and prize splits, aiming to attract distant entrants.
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New York
T. M. Jackson
Brighton Beach
Taos
Brighton Cupal Events At One and Quarter Miles
Two main races in Brighton feature a $1000 purse each. The first runs one and a quarter miles with no coalitions on the field. A similar purse is added to the Brighton handicap event, also at one and a quarter miles, forming the headline races of the meeting.
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Brighton
Weeds New Players From St Louis Republic Baseball Notes
The article surveys the St. Louis Republic view of the 1888 baseball roster. It praises Tybeau as star power, notes Cuppy likely improve post injury, and highlights strong catchers OConner Criger and Buelow. It calls for two crack pitchers, a solid center fielder, and a better shortstop than Wallace, while predicting Donlin Hemphill Dowd Harper and others will join the lineup.
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St. Loui Republic
Tybeau
Young
Tebeau
Cainther
O'Conner
Criger
Buelow
Imaran
Dea
Schreck
Dillard
Wagner
Pittsiure
Tebnnu
Mike Donnin
Holt
Quinn
Childs
Wallace
Blas
Bobby Bee
Wickett Retin
Hellrick
Donlin
Hemphill
Dowd
Ann
Bur O'Cunbe
Batnball
Quing
Joe Leison
Young Harper
Tebead
Reher
Tebonu
Three Great Horses Compete For Year End Honors
New York December report highlights Chacornac and Imp as top performers in major stakes. Chacornac, owned by J. Rowe and later Janus F. Keene, won a maiden race and a $25,000 event, with other results listed for Ethelbert and Sapliced. Imp, a black mare trained by Charisse Brvenun, dominated handicaps and notable races, including a fall season in which she outpaced rivals and proved versatile as sprinter and stayer.
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New York
Benson
Chacoree Timp
Bayareli Imp
Dias Et al la Tire
Chicornar
Jame Rowe
Bamiogu
Witch
Janus F. Keene
Sheepahead
Chacornac
Ethelbert
Roene Mach
Sapliced
Sever’ Ae
A. J. Josner
Imp
Charisse Brvenun
Brighton
Morris Park
Gravesend
Ren Holaday
OBrien to defend lightweight title again in January
New York December reports Jack O'Brien will seek another shot at lightweight champion Frank Erne before end of January under same terms as the prior bout. Erne agrees, Hob Smyth signs, Broadway Athletic Club set for 25 rounds with a $5,000 purse.
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New York
Jack O'Brien
Frank Erne
Erne
Pinson
O'Brien
Hob Smyth
Erpes
Jack Dougherty
Broadway Athletic Club
Broadway
Tommy Ryan
Weiter
Joe Walcott
Broadway Athletic
Considine
Ryan
Syracuse
Dubuque
Towa
Tom O'Rourke
Walett
Joe Ghoynski
California Heavy Freight
Fight possibilities and wagers loom in boxing scene
The piece notes possible New York fights and large guarantees, with Welter-Weight bout prospects and signatories like Choynski. It lists bets on McCoy vs Maber and White activity, plus matched bouts at Broadway Athletic Club and results from Pelican Athletic Club with Fitzgerald, Gibbons, and Carter outcomes.
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New York
Westerns Club
Choynski
Kid McCoy
Peter Maber
BE. F. Davis
Liberty
Charley White
Tom Broderick
Peter Mather
White
McCoy
Davis
Ehanck
Kid Broad
Jack Hamilton
Broadway Athletic Club
Matty Matthews
Kid Carter
Pelican
Hroak~ Syn
Tuly Fitzgerald
Charles Dorsai
Billy Gibbons
Danny Pope
Hustling Buck Ewing Could Make Giants Winners
New York enthusiasts forecast a strong pennant push with Buck Ewing managing the Giants. The crowds hope his leadership and a capable lineup will secure a champion nine in the coming season amidst eager support for the club.
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Buck” Ewing
Giants
New York
Rublin Defeats Conroy In Seventh Round For Heavyweight Nod
In New York Dee M-dus Rubiln wins a heavyweight decision over Conroy in a seven round bout. The action features hard exchanges, Cobbins and jabs trading, with Rubiln gaining the edge as Conroy absorbs a series of body and head blows before the final bell.
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Ohio
Conroy
New York
Dee
Agron
Die
Cobain
Trey
Att Pha Filso
Eas
Biscaya
Auernsberrs
Jett
Bonsey
Pham
Hare
aStea
Lotic
Wien Sat
Pecana
Fir
Gus Atte Riett
Ney
Beavis
Kidness
Feu
Bard
Amd & Bara
Tate, Ander Inc
Conrey
Snroy
Rend
Colinets
Gus
Seine
Unclear fragment outlines a boxing match and verdict
OCR fragment notes a boxing bout with references to fighters Conrey, Kitney, Culizey, and others. It mentions rounds, hits to the face and stomach, referee actions, and a verdict. Names and details are garbled, but the piece records a fight outcome and judging.
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Seth
Anneae
Papiatscipal
Kitney Pine
Culizey
Aight Ewing
Conrey
Dub
Conway Toole
Troy
Toul
Maroons Seek Funds From Chicago University Fund Drive
A local football season ad seeks six thousand dollars for the Chicago University Athletic Fund. Officials say university athletic balances are healthier than prior seasons and discuss preparation and fundraising efforts amid a busy schedule.
Keene Engages Spencer for English Derby Ride
New York December 2 James B. Keene has chosen Henry Spencer, a top American jockey, to ride Keene’s entry in the English Derby next June. Spencer is tied to Keene for the season at a salary of 15,000. He won the Patriot with Ch cornuec and the Realization with Ethelbett, tallying 122 firsts this year.
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Keene
Spencer
New York
James BR. Keene
Henry Spencer
America
Apencer
Ch Cornuec
Ethelbert
Bealdes
Marquis Queensberry Critical in London Hospital
London December 20 The Marquis Queensberry lies in a critical condition after being found insensible in bed at the Halighth club. Boxing events loom with expected bouts between Steve Ehuningas and Char ence Forbes in the Cocieeem city, and Harry Forbes with McGowarn in New York, amid routine training and weight concerns.
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London
Marquis Queensberry
Steve Ehuningas
Charence Forbes
Harry Forbes
McGowarn
New York
Twa Ianters
Chicago
Harry Gilmore
Portes
Mike
Gid
Bob" Belaney
Elannagan
Clarence
Prgliat
Turmoil in boxing lore and odd tonic ads mingle in era mischief
A jumbled OCR fragment blends boxing era chatter about Sharkey Corbett and a claimed comeback with tangled names, venues, and rivalries. Interwoven are odd product pitches like Turonquill Bitters and other tonics, creating a chaotic sample of a historical page with sports, ads, and local color.
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Kansas Points
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Rookwood Pottery
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Florist
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Sporting News
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Hogan
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Louchseille
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ZAGLE
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WEEDS
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Chacornee
Tack O'Brien
National League
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Rublin
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Uneeda Biscuit National Biscuit Company
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University of Chichao
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