O'Brien Exposed in Fake Fight Confession by Burns
Los Angeles May 9 Tommy Burns declares he agreed to a staged bout to lure Jack O'Brien into the ring and boost public confidence. Burns says O'Brien promised to throw the match but later fought genuine, with Burns admitting the ruse to protect fans and avoid losses. Referee Eyton and Manager McCarey confirm the arrangement and share details of the split purse and pre arranged outcome.
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Mute wrestlers shine in amateur tourney bouts
The mute wrestler of Igallaudet College won two matches at the YMCA event, defeating Erickson by points after six minutes and securing a fall in five minutes. Mosey of Gallaudet beat Bailey in two minutes, while Whiting defeated Langon in twelve seconds. Lockhead of the National Guard beat Jones in two and a half minutes, and Possmar of the Memorial Athletic Club earned a fall over Bruncley in four and a half minutes. Foley and Kindlerger drew in six minutes, Foley losing to Mosey in a later bout by fall in one and a half minutes. Possmar and Ralsey wrestled to no fall in six minutes, then Conrad and Vinson of Portland opened with a draw, then Vinson took a fall in three minutes.
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WINS IN PLUCKY FINISH IN RICHMOND HANDICAP
G Stokely of Wilmington wins silver trophy and first money at the Interstate Association Southern Handicap in Richmond Virginia tying with W Henderson of Kentucky on $2 breaks then winning a shoot-off at twenty thirds Stokely’s 43 count and a late surge cap a bold performance Crosby Heer and Huff struggled at long range May weather drew a crowd of ladies and gents tomorrow’s big 10 bird handicap tests shooters from 16 to 3 yards
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Cutler Meets a Tartar in Lyceum Bout
Joe Turner the Washington welterweight wrestler challenged local sparring partner Kid Cutler at the Lyceum last night, lasting fifteen minutes and netting Turner $20. Cutler outweighed Turner by about fifty pounds, showed limited science yet stayed within reach, while Turner fought with solid endurance and nearly secured a fall with crotch and hangerlock. If other wrestlers were present, Cutler promised to throw them in fifteen minutes. This afternoon Cutler faces Clogan and Flynn, local aspirants for athletic honors.
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Naval Academy seeks Penn oarsmen to salvage season
Naval Academy rowing faced a disrupted schedule after the June 1 race with the Ariel Boat Club was canceled. An attempt is underway to arrange a race on that date with the University of Pennsylvania. If arranged, Penn varsity and freshman crews would race against the first and second Naval Academy crews, a move aimed at redeeming a poor local-racing season.
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Yale Starts Bid for Dual Victory Over Princeton
Yale expects a close season opener against Princeton in New Haven. Thirty four Yale athletes travel to Princeton for a traditional intercollegiate dual meet. Yale predicts a narrow four point margin, echoing last year's 78 3 4 to 71 4 5 victory.
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Browns Prove Easy Schl alfy Hits Timely Homer
Washington Nationals defeated the St. Louis Browns 9 to 4 as Schlafly belted a three run homer in the fourth. Niles, Pickering, and Wallace produced Browns offense with timely hits but failed to overcome the Nationals eight singles and steady pitching. Hughes relieved for the Browns and held for a stretch while Ganley closed out the game for Washington.
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Baseball Briefs Highlight a Victory and Notable Plays
In a compact update, Perrine was sidelined, fourteen hits sparked offense, and Boston climbed to a third consecutive win. The Nationals were the lone Eastern club victor in the West as Hughes shaped St. Louis’ fate. Pitching shifts, sharp hitting by Laporte, and Cantillon’s quick hook for Graham are noted, with Patterson and Nill delivering solid output and left-field defense praised. Charley Pittinger quips about onions as beautifiers.
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NAPS DEFEAT YANKS IN CLEVELAND SHINING BATS
Cleveland wins 5 to 2 over New York as Flick shines with both bat and glove. Orth exits injured in fifth, Joss leaves with a lame arm, Keefe and Hess finish strong. Flick hits and scores, Laporte drives in key runs, Hoffman adds offense in a tense early-season matchup.
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How They Stand Sports Brief Fort Worth News
Standings and today’s games listed for Major League teams with records and schedules. New York leads with strong win totals, followed by Boston Chicago Cincinnati and Pittsburg. several matches set across major cities including Philadelphia Brooklyn St Louis and Boston.
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Parker-Bridget Raincoats Standout Gear and Prices
There is a notable distinction between raincoats and rain coats. The Parker-Bridget Raincoats are high class products suitable for all weather. They are waterproofed and tailored like our suits and topcoats, cut long and full with style and merit. Prices feature $18, $20, and $25 garments.
Old City beats Detroit in tense baseball clash
Detroit May 9 misplays and mixing hits led to a Boston win. McIntyre broke his right ankle sliding into a bag and will be out at least a month. Final: Detroit 2, Boston 7.
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Seven Inning Tie In Capital City League
Aloysius and St Stephen's battled seven scoreless innings in a brisk Capital City League game at First and M streets. Bernie Gallagher pitched nine strikeouts and one hit allowed for Aloysius while Jimmy Kerr matched with a solid effort for St Stephen's. No runs scored. final score 0-0 after seven. Gallagher and Kerr handled the mound with strong support from fielders.
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Rivals Clash Saturday in Georgetown vs George Washington Baseball
Washington and Georgetown were set to meet in baseball at Georgetown Field for the season’s first clash after yesterday’s washed-out game at Van Ness Park. Coach Cummings backs his team, predicting a Blue and Gray win. Carr is likely to pitch against Georgetown with Cantwell opposing.
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O'Brien Burns bout in Los Angeles sparks boxing reform calls
The Sporting Comment by J. Ed Grillo argues the O'Brien Burns fight proves boxing cannot prosper under corrupt officials and a fixed outcome. He calls for banning O'Brien, questions Burns, notes bets were off, and condemns the sport's draw as a scam while mentioning Roseben, Glorifer, and Mike Kelley amid wider talks on college and professional athletics reform.
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Kane Heave Loses Game in Wild Finish
Boston wins 4 3 as Kane’s wild throw bounds into bleachers allowing all runners to score. Dorner drives the winning run in the ninth as Seblet misplays Kruger’s throw to the plate. Dorner picks up the win over Ewing in a 1 hour game with strong Cincinnati baserunning and fielding miscues.
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Yale Beats Virginia 6 1 In Yale Field Baseball Game
New Haven May 9 Yale defeated the University of Virginia 6 to 1 at Yale Field. Cushing held Virginia to four hits. A standout left field catch by Madden halted Hanaker’s drive with bases loaded. Yale third baseman Church strained a tendon and left the game.
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Danville Beats Norfolk 19 to 9 In Uphill Ninth Inning Win
Danville defeated Norfolk 19 to 9 in a late ninth inning rally marked by hard hitting and uneven fielding. The game featured Jagged Sedding for Danville and solid hitting from both sides, with Rickarda, O Conn or, Lavender, and Egan in Danville’s battery and Matney, Summings, Edwards for Norfolk. Umpire Mr. Traber.
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East West series opener ends in easy Chicago win
Chicago built a decisive victory over Philadelphia in the East versus West opener. Patterson delivered strong pitching while Dougherty made two notable catches. Line scores show Chicago with 8 runs on 8 hits to Phila's 0 runs on 7 hits.
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Geological Survey Surges Past Phoenix in Ninth Inning
The Geological Survey team defeated Phoenix 14 to 10 on the Monument Grounds. After a 9-9 tie, King tired in the last inning allowing the Surveys to score five, led by Davis’s standout fielding. This win marks the second in a three game series. Phoenix won the opener 22 to 11. Batteries King and Mlaber. Reger and Benner. Amateur league games postponed due to wet grounds yesterday.
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Douglas Pleads Guilty in Stock Larceny Case
Douglas, former loan clerk of the Trust Company of America, pleaded guilty in New York to larceny of stock certificates worth 112000 from Chicago Rock Island and Pacific Railway. He was remanded to the Tombs for sentencing as three indictments for grand larceny were issued against D M Dennett, alleged accomplice. Dennett, held on 10000 bail at Liberty, is to be arraigned tomorrow.
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Mike Kelley Joins Local Club Amid Ban Troubles
Mike Kelley, long linked to St Louis and Minneapolis, has been purchased by the local club as first baseman and on-field leader. Facing a lingering ban from the American Association, Kelley was once barred for alleged misconduct and ineligible to manage or play. his transfer may clear one hurdle though association objections likely persist. Kelley’s past includes managerial roles with Des Moines and Minneapolis and a stint in Louisville, with noted leadership and big league experience cited by insiders.
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English and Canadian rifle teams seek Palma trophy match
Col Tilton of the Dominion Rifle Association reports a cable from Bisley England stating England will send a team to Austria in August for rifle meetings. The message asks to arrange a contest with United States and Canadian teams for the Palma trophy at Rockliffe range Ottawa in the first week of September. Col Wilson has notified the US association president, and agreement seems likely.
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Eastern to Meet Business In High School League Game
Eastern and Business collide at American League park this afternoon at 3:30. Dodd is likely to pitch for Eastern while Powell handles the mound duties for Business. Neither club has been a top contender recently but both show signs of improvement and a close contest is expected.
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