Young Corbett to Box in Omaha Engagement This Week
Young Corbett and manager Johnny Corbett head to Omaha for a weeklong engagement starting this afternoon. The Denver Post reports he aims to test top 112 pounders, with possible opposition chosen by the club, and an offer of $1,000 a week discussed before returning to Denver to finalize terms.
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Young Corbett
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Burlington
Johnny Corbett
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Terry
Corbett
Colorado Path
Alke
Ike
Farath
Usut
Ume
Parker
Coney Island Stakes Declared Worth 191000 for 1908
The Coney Island Jockey Club announces S4 in all stakes to be decided next Fear at Sheepshead Bay. The fall meet has struggled with recent losses, but the high water event may impact the program. Total stakes for 1908 amount to 191000 dollars, with additional mixed stakes adding about 36000 more.
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New York
Coney Island Jockey Club
Sheepehead Bay
McGovern to Fight Attell for Feather Title
New York December reports Terry McGovern has practically agreed to meet Abe Attell in a featherweight world championship bout. Attell's manager Jack McKerns deposited $1,000 with a local paper and invited further formalities.
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Wester
Sullivan
New York
Dec U
Terry McGovern
Abe Attell
Jack McKencm
Attell
Westerner
Featherweight title clash plans amid Attell vs McGovern talk
In a heated exchange the contenders consider a featherweight bout with Sam Harris noting McGovern will face Attell at 3 o'clock. Attell seeks a title shot while McGovern maintains the championship claim though the bout with Attell is set for 136 pounds at 4 o'clock if articles are signed.
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Mekenbe
Sam Harris
McGovern
Attell
Ashe Rllentas
Cade
Dais
Simms and Ruhlin Lightweights Shine in Exhibition Feature
The report highlights Simms and Ruhlin in a lightweight bout as Gus Babin and others watch. Subdued cheering accompanies talk of trends and political chatter, with observers noting performances and potential standings.
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Gus Babin
Heavyweight title bout eyed in France New York contest
Boxing stalwarts Jeffries, Sharkey, and Delaney plan a high stakes heavyweight clash to crown the world champion. Negotiations hinge on March 17 to April 29 with bids from James Keenting and Yosemite Athletic Hub amid potential postponement if Sharkey loses to Maher.
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France
New York
Dee
Tom Sharkey
Billy Delaney
Jefrrie’ Manawe
Sharkey
Mane Simmons
Chapion
James Keenting
Costroth
Yortmite
San Francisco
San Francisto
Auspio
Post Maher
Philadelphia
Maki
Wisconsin Names Princeton Star as Coach Successor
Arthur T. Hillebrand, ex Princeton athlete and former Wisconsin trainer, was chosen as head coach and athletic director at Huron Solleger in Dakota. Dickey arrived from Madison confirming Hillebrand’s selection approved by retiring coach Phil King and Charlie Kilpatrick.
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Chicago
Arthur T. Hilllebrand
Princeton
Tar
Huron Solleger Pout Dakota
Wisconsin
Dickey
Madison
Hillletrand
Wens Oe
Bothe
Prince
Phil King
Charile Kilpatrick
Saving McChesney for Derby Promised Colt Sale Blocked
Fragmentary notes recount Sam Hildreth refusing to sell a promising colt for shipment to Africa, with references to Gil Montgomery and Sach Filldreth and Mac Beater, all indicating a planned Derby entry and owner price actions.
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Sam Hildreth
Promis- Colt
Africa
Gil Montgomere
Sach
Fachesnes
Mac Beatert
Hell
Aiexlea
Jeffords McCormick Draw In Philadelphia Boxing Bout
Jim Jeffords of California and Jack McCormick of Philadelphia battled to a draw after two hard rounds in Philadelphia. Both fighters showed blood in round one and dropped to the canvas in round two before McCormick steadied. result celebrated by local boxing circles.
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Jeffords V8. McOrmick
Philadelphia
Allentown
Dee
Jim Jeffords
California
Jack McCormick
McCormick
Amit
Soldier desertion tied to romance at Fort Riley
Silas Tennel deserted from Fort Riley after falling for a pretty woman who later proved false. Arrested for vagrancy on Christmas morning, he was identified after police inquiry and taken back to Fort Riley by Detective Harry Sutton. Tennel, 25, a hospital steward, faces a potential court martial and a long remaining term.
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Silas Tennel
Fort Riley
Tennel
Tennet
Harry Sutton
Tie ‘Tennel
Lyndon Horror: Albert Doty Kills Wife Then Commits Suicide
Lyndon, Der. 31. Albert Doty residing nearby killed his wife Sunday night by beating her with a gun barrel. Doty then fled and by Monday his mutilated body was found on the ground near the dwelling, shocking local residents.
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Albert Doty
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Here
Doty
Unclear sports notes amid late season trades and signings
Fragmented report covers multiple players and potential moves with terms like Hanian, Puskas, Garii, Powell, and Bentey. Mentions contract signings, league experience, salaries, and keeping players in condition through winter, amid chatter of a late season roster reshuffle.
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St. Louie Petal
Wille Siethate
Meajner
Ignal
Mae Geen
Ie Haa
Nehed
Hanian Ingaenest
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Hilmoaz Pinele
Fea
Jon Garii
Amponto
Anastia m
Peenioy
Piace
Apiaty
Wadaett Ie
Goa
Nadir
Romentics
Iflidebrand
Californa Tana
Pameman
Otte
Hein
Cincinnati
Jack Powell
Sheeraid
Otiedle Bentey
Ind
Witter
Fallback items and notices mix from Missouri Pacific and local events
A jumbled local column reports a Missouri Pacific fault near town and a serious accident injuring Peter and his wife while a man pursued the fleeing couple. It notes a fiddlers contest fundraiser for Associated Charities at the opera house January 21, with prizes and rural talent sought. It covers church debt payment efforts, horse shipments for the English cavalry, unlawful fishing at Hurela lake, and various other local notices from Lawrence and nearby communities.
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Lawrence
Associated Charities
Congressman Bowerrock
Donglas
Catalpa Tree Plans Aimed at Reclaiming Arid Lands
John P. Brown, famed as the father of catalpa culture, tours Topeka urging mass plantings of catalpa trees to reclaim arid soils and shade farms. He cites railroad backing, high future wood value for ties, and Topeka as a prime seedbed for catalpa speciosa.
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Internationl Society of Arboriculture
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Topeka
George Tincher
Mr. Brown
Kansas
Bethany
Connersville
Ind
Daya
Palestine
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Itn
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Catalpas
West Wi
Hard to Combat Public Opinion in Maine And Beyond
A citizen at 625 Ripe Street cites kidney relief from a Santa Fe shop in Topeka area, arguing public opinions published for the public good reflect genuine belief rather than distant mutterings. The statement emphasizes firsthand evidence over hearsay.
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Maine
California
Peters
Citizen
J. A. Beardsley
Ripe Street
Kansas
Forest Preservation and Policy Proposals for Congress
The speaker urges forest protection and planting more trees to curb wind and heat effects. Proposes state bounties and tax relief for reforestation, government withdrawal from timber lands with incremental logging, and nationwide protection extending beyond reservations. Calls for ending duties on imported wood pulp to support domestic forestry efforts.
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Congress
Fitz Makes A Talk With Jeffries Match Rumors
A noisy aggregation of brief items reports Bob Fitsalmmons in Bath Beach noting no direct word from Jeffries despite talk of a Jeffries Sharkey match and delays in offers. Other items include Southern Pacific executive Frasier’s resignation, a Kansas death by self harm, and assorted medical, pension, and holiday rate notices.
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Jeffries
New York
Bob Fitsalmmons
Bath Beach
Sharkey
Delaney
West Durin
Jeffison
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Night School of Y M C A Offers Business Education
The Night School of the YMCA in Roodebush and C. Van Horn teaches typing writing spelling and punctuation with experienced instructors from business colleges. Students receive personal attention and those who complete the course earn the international certificate. For details visit the Association office on East Bigthh street.
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Roodebush
C. van Horn
Association
East Bigthh Street
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