Sporting Comment by J Ed Grillo on Burns Johnson Kaufman
The piece analyzes Burns and Johnson boxing prospects with Delaney pushing Kaufman for a title shot. It notes injuries and salaries, Elberfeld’s pay clash, and calls for lower world series admission to aid fans, along with local skating results at Hippodrome.
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Kaufman
Durando Longboat Marathon Race Match at Madison Square Garden
New York dispatch notes Durando and Longboat formalized a December Madison Square Garden Marathon clash with training set to begin. Longboat seeks a prep month but yields to promoter Tom Bek for a Garden event. Canadian support is anticipated. Johnny Hayes eyes a later rematch with the Italian.
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Washington Post
New York
Durando
Longpout
Madison Square Garden
Ee ” Longboat
Tom Eek
Dominion
Johnny Hayes
End Season With Victory At Western High
The report credits Robeson and teammates for a closing win. Western High players Orme and Robinson shine on offense, while Raferes-Me and Obenchain contribute on defense and line play. Headline writer Mr Randolph leads Western High’s staff with Mecard and Garfield noted for Friends School connections.
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Srusathinal
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Obenchain
Western High
Um ‘Orme
Friends Select School
Robinson
Herrmann Opposes Baseball Rule Change
Special to The Washington Fest Cincinnati Ohio Dec 1 President Garry Herrmann national commission denounces a proposed alteration to the Merkle play rule Umpires cannot manufacture hits and should not decide game outcomes His warning targets reformers who would punish Giants for a costly play and says umpires would face greater trouble if changes were made
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Ohio
Merkle
Garry Herrmann
National Commission
Giants
Virginia State Baseball League to Elect New President
Secretory Gory of the league called a meeting of club owners for December in Richmond to elect a new president and fill the vacancy from Jake Wells retirement. Discussions also address which cities remain in the circuit, with Danville dissatisfactions and Petersburg a possible addition. Charles W. Boyer is favored to be elected unanimously.
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Richmond
Gregory
Virginia State Baseball League
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Jake Wells
Danville
Petersburg
Charles W. Boyer
Cardinals' New Manager in Spotlight at NY Meeting
The Cardinals may appoint Walter Morris as manager after the National League meeting in New York next week. Morris, a University of Texas graduate, led teams in the Texas and South Atlantic leagues and finished the season at short for St Louis. President Robison has heard strong reports of Morris's leadership and potential to improve the club's performance.
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Brooklyn
Bil Dahlen
Dovey
Boston Nationals
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Ebbetts Util
Daten Gratis
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McGraw
Dan McGann
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New York
Stanley Robicon
St. Louis Cardinal
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Mound City
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University of Texas
Texas
Robison
Cardinals
Sebonds
Irish American A C Seizes Dual Meet at Madison Square Garden
The Irish American Athletic Club wins the Amateur Athletic Union two day meet in New York with J J Biller as top individual point winner and Tom Collins setting a new American five mile time of 25 19 4. Melvin Sheppard takes the 60 yard dash as records fall in weights and distance events at Madison Square Garden.
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Winged Foot Club
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Eller
New York
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Brooklyn
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Mohawk A. C
Garnop House
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Michigan Coach May Leave for Power Company
McMinnville Tennessee December reports Fielding H Yost Michigan football coach named rustier and general manager of the Great Falls Power Company planning to connect middle and east Tennessee towns from Nashville to Chattanooga using hydro power from Great Falls. It is believed his duties will keep him from football again.
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Fielding HH. Yost
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Great Walls Ttver and Power Company
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Parker-Bridget Garments Claim Distinctive Craft at All Prices
Advert adds that Parker-Bridget coats, from $15 to $65, are tailored with careful modeling and fabric choice to ensure individuality and quality. It emphasizes that designs differ markedly, offering well-made lines with flattering drape, smooth backs, proper shoulders, and flat lapels across price ranges.
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Rube Marquard Seeks Share in 11000 Sale to Giants
Indianapolis report says star pitcher Rube Marquard, sold from Indianapolis to the New York Giants for 11000, is pressed to receive 2500 as his share. President Watkins holds talks with Marquard over a division, with offers like 600 on the table. A 1000 gum gift is mentioned as possible compensation, and Marquard demands 3600 monthly pay and a three year contract, aiming to join the Giants in St. Louis next February.
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New York Nationals
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Rube
St. Louis
Anderson Buys Motor Car Big Worcester Star Says Wealth Won't Stop Ambition
"Big John" Anderson, Worcester utility fielder for the Chicago American League club, surprised locals by buying a touring car and cruising county roads. He credits baseball and real estate savings for the purchase and hints at future aims to own a major league team someday.
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Washington Post
Worcester
Mass
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Brood Mares Shipped Abroad From Madden's Hamburg Place
John Be Madden ships two choicest brood mares from Hamburg, New York to France to establish a breeding plant for thoroughbreds. Sire Imp Ogden and multiple notable mares including Imp Sandringham progeny accompany them. Next week Madden plans to send Sir Martin and Fayette to England to race.
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John BE. Madden
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New York
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Persimmona
Diamond Jubilee
Martin and
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England
Ban on track racing condemned by A A A
The American Automobile Association condemned automobile speed events on circular horse racing tracks of a mile or less. The sixth annual meeting paused resolutions opposing such contests, noting member growth and increased club affiliation. Navy basketball hires Leech to coach. first game versus Pennsylvania on December 12.
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New York
American Automobile Association
Leed
Navy
Annapolis
Naval Academy
Leech
Yates
University of Pennsylvania
Sporting Sidelights and Baseball Talk From Winter Comments
Fielder Jones hints at another year with the White Sox as season chatter includes Cubs park potential for an industrial school. Meantime McGraw remains silent on baseball after closing season. Addie Joss cited as a great pitcher and Cleveland pennant contender while other notes touch on Michigan football and coachs comments.
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Sox
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J. Vila
Michigan
Addie Joss
Cleveland
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Tango
Wallace
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Murphy Says Johnson Perjury Charge Sparks Cubs Feud
Chicago club president Charles Murphy denounces Ban Johnson and alleges ticket scalping claims are perjury fueled by spite. Murphy defends Cubs and asserts no evidence implicates Chicago employees while demanding fair play and confirms reduced World Series ticket prices for 1909.
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