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Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Sep 19, 1899

Page

2

Am erican Association of Baseball Clubs Organized

Promoters in Chicago formed a new league named the American Association of Baseball clubs with Adrian C. Anson slated as president. Eight clubs planned with at least 20000 each, aiming for early fielding and rivaling the National League, spanning East and West with cities including New York Philadelphia Brooklyn Washington Chicago St Louis Milwaukee and Buffalo or Detroit.

Chicago American Association of Baseball Clubs Norwood Adrian C. Anxon Ae Eollows New York Philadelphia Brooklyn Washington Baltimore Chicake St. Louis Milwaukee Detroit Buffalo Denrue Atrian Anson Michigan Avenue Rt. Louis Tom Loftus Grand Rapids Adrian C. Anson W. St. Clough Geo. Schaefer Chris von der Abe A. H. Spink D. Quinn 5. Havener Frank Buckley Tme

Sharkey at Work Seeks World Title Fight With Jeffries

New York report says Tom Sharkey trains harder than ever for the October 23 world title bout with Jim Jeffries at Coney Island. He has four trainers Rob Armstrong Steve O'Donnell George Digs and Prof Herrick at Feiix Hoehm's roadhouse Newdorp. They split boxing and conditioning duties to shape the sailor for the bout.

Sailor New York Tom Sharkey Jim Jeffries Coney Inland Sporting Club Sharkey Feiix Hoehm Newdorp Rob Armatrong Steve O'Dornell Ceorge Digs Prof Herrick Providence Armstrong O'Donnell Dizon Herrick

Craig A Disappointment. Hyanthe Defeats Craig In New York

Tommy Hyanthe of Syracuse defeated Craig, last night at the Coney Island Sporting Club before 7000 fans. The middleweight bout ended in a dramatic knockout in the second round as Craig, recently back from England, failed to deliver expected form and suffered a rough beating. The Briton dominated after the knockdown, with Craig struggling to mount a comeback and suffering further punishment.

New York Tommy Hyanthe Syracuse Craig Harlem Coney Inland England Tyan Growi Tyne Rover

Boxing bout ends abruptly after tenth round

In a tense match both fighters weighed in under 169 pounds. The crowd reacted as referee Siler intervened to stop the bout, preventing what could have been a career-ending loss for Craig. The opponent Ryan challenged Craig, who was introduced as Frank Cris of England, provoking merriment among spectators.

Daitred Siler Ryan Craig Frank Cris England

Boston on the Trade Selee reshapes roster for next season

Boston manager Selee plans several trades to refresh the roster after long Boston tenure. Key moves include Herman Long and Callins likely out, Sullivan newly acquired as star catcher, Bergen traded, and Hickman to Princeton for extended spring training. Two new curve pitchers and several old players bound for changes aim to restore a winning lineup.

Boston Mass Alenager Selee Herman Long Selec Herman Tennes Cothin Selee Hamilton Aginth Boeton Seles Sullivan Grand Rapids Bergen Hickman Bul Clarke Princrton Christie Munger Selée Leich Louinville Denton Curve Guood Bustuh

M Duffies Latest Time Trial Promises New Road Sprint

New York reports a sensational time trial by bicycle ace McDuffie, touted to beat Murphy’s loco behind time. The event planned for September 24 or 25 will occur on streets, possibly the Brooklyn Boulevard, with a new motorized device claimed to cut times close to a minute.

New York Long Island Ie Charley Murphy Brooklyn EB. A. McDuffie McDuffee Murphy

McGovern Plans Boxing Run to Meet Dixon in Philadelphia

Waterbury September date recaps McGovern outlining plans to accept George Dixon's challenge after vaudeville season. He agrees to a $5,000 side bet with Dixon for a winner-takes-all bout and aims to face Gardner and others next. McGovern plans to tour with Bingfaid and Palmer film features. He will box six rounds in Philadelphia on September 22 against Fred Soy.

Waterbury Vonn aiGoverp George Dixon Dixon Gardner McGovern Bingfaid Palmer Eix Philadelphia Fred Soy

Great Iroquois Dead In Nashville Stallion Dies

Iroquois, premier stallion of Helle Meade stud, died in Nashville Tennessee from an acute kidney affliction at 11. He was the only American horse to win the English Derby, also capturing the Prince of Wales Stakes the Great Champion and the St Leger in his early career in England.

Nashville Tenn Helle Meade Stud Iro England

Rublin Wins Out Over Stebener In Denver Fight

Gus Rublin defeated Jack Stebener in seven rounds before the Olympia Athletic Club in Denver last night. The victory came in the seventh round.

Jack Stebener Denver Col Gus Rublin Olympia Athletic Club

National League at Brooklyn Boston score by innings

In a cloudy recount of last night baseball, Brooklyn faced Philadelphia with Kennedy and Mottuire contributing, while Boston trounced Dallas in the Boston home game. The score by innings shows the Dodgers and Mets balanced against the Phillies, with Lewis and Sullivan noted in key plays.

Boston Lewis and Sullivan

Pitchers and Players Dominate Baseball Notes Era

Baseball notes summarize post season movements and player signings. Mentions Gray Schri Belton, Wills, Berser, Hofer, Chesbro, and Buwer. Discusses Brooklyn, Newark, St Louis, and Baltimore teams, trades, injuries, and potential rosters. Highlights fines, league payments, and Indianapolis and Louisville representations, with mention of Cupid Childs and Tommy Leach.

Piptabut Gray and Walter Thornton Cureton Serous Luo Brooklyn Butteburn Cient Aix The Cage Forks Plinderton Newark Sears Navy New Yorke Ranager St. Boule Louis Josce Glesson Callios Bulieylag de Shejames Nett Beason Hernan Cupid Childs Mlavnie St. Touts Baltimore New York Jack Tommy Leach Amertex Piledelphias Aaa Uniua Mithia Tengue Allineapolis Laulavilie Wow Rer UWO Clube Clita Vice T- Denier Hy Urockien Denert Weehawken Sammay

Emphatic Chinese Protest Over Philippine Exclusion Order

Washington reports an official Chinese protest against General Otis's Philippine exclusion decree. Minister Wu Ding Pang submitted the protest, arguing it violates international law and harms Sino American relations. China cites prior U S aims to keep status quo and notes valuable Chinese aid to the Philippines. The matter was escalated to the president and Secretary Root for international and military review.

Washington Hert Wo Ding Pang State Department Gen. Ouis Philippines United States Congress Root Otis Charles A Whitaker Philis—pine Uni China

Harmony GALL Headed by J G Johnson for 1900 Unity Drive

John G Johnson of Peabody Kansas named executive officer of the Democratic national committee to organize funds and press strategy as the party seeks unity for 1900. Senator Jones notes Johnson as a trusted ally and plans to meet in Chicago New York and St Louis. A harmony call urges Kentucky to back Governor Goebel to ensure Democratic victory and Blackburn return to the Senate.

Chicago John G. Johnson Peabody Kan Democratic National Committee Ido Jones New York Johnnson St Louis Johnson Rational Committee Stone Senator Jones Barty Strassic Kentucky Goebel Blackburn Senate United States National Committee Brooklyn N. Y Peoria County Illncis Kansas Kanmn Ways and Means Charles A. Walsh Samuel 8. Cook George Fred Willams Massachusetts Mr. Williams John R. McLean Tham Williams Texas Democrats Dallas Democratic State

Chinese Deportation Decree Tightens Philippine Exclusion

The decree to deport Chinese not registered in the Philippines narrows entry to Manila Cebu and Jalin with strict health and residency requirements. General Otis reported April 1 on the shutdown of most Chinese immigration, noting the Chinese government’s concern over severed ties and the impact on Philippine industry.

Philippines China Gen War Department Manila Cebu Jalin Ite Get Otis

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