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Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1915-01-12
By HAL SHERIDAN.



NEW YORK, Jan. l2.-What has be-
come OF Willie Richie, is the question
Just now before the local sporting public
The question is especially appropriate at
present with the really fine crop OF
lightweights now bidding for public af-
fair. The White-Welsh, the Welsh
Shugrue and the Shugrue-White fights
of recent memory and the White-Welsh
affair scheduled for tomorrow night have
all served to focus attention upon that
class. But to date Ritchie has not been
heard from.
No one thinks that the man conquered
bv Welsh in London is all in Ritchie's
friends have declared that his eyes were
suffering az a result of that famous
or infamous battle-in the English
capital but no one believes that the in
Jury Is a permanent one. Richie IS
probably doing the sulking Achilles
stunt and taking on weight at the same
time. II he ever expects 10 get back in
the ring he will have to do il soon or
not at all. In the meantime he will have
the homes and best wishes of countless
fight fans for he has always been a pop
uldr ellappti-
While ON the subject of lightweights
il is worth while to notice the varying
points of view in judging ten-round and
other short bouts. The question is,
which is worth more; science OF the
punchl
Following the dictum laid down by
"Snowy" Baker, the Australian pro-
moter most of the New York critics
favor the scientific boxer in the short
bout. This is the English system which
takes into consideration the number OF
points piled up during a match, regard
less of the rlggedness Of the other man.
The Leach Cross-JOe Shugrue mill
at the Garden tomorrow night is
arousing much interest in eastern
boxing circles. Shugrue is looked upon
as the most likely successor to Fred
die Welshs crown and Cross has
proven by past performances that he
is no tango fighter.
Following the bout, il was an
nounced today, Pete Fitzgerald,
Shugrue's manager. will post for
felt of $4,000 for his charge to make
any weight the champion desires for
a title clash. And furthermore, the
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1915-01-12

Pell bit his finger nails and squirmed
on his seat But when the man OPP
posite him casually pulled out heavy
purse and as he heard the clink Of
gold he subsidized.
Very rapidly and CURLY Wilkerson
told him Of the existence Of bundle
Of papers that he wished TO recover
he laid only enough emphasis on their
character TO enable Pel to identify
them on sight and concluded by say
ing: ITS worth money in your pocket
to locate them and get them back.
Find a girl named Ruth Gallon in one
Of the hotels here. She has the pa
pers."
Pell rose nervously. Not for me,
Wiikerson."
Wilkerson rose too, quite undisturb-
ed. Wen just walk down the street
apiece with you. Sa-Henry, and l can
explain a little more clearly"
The outcome was that half an hour
later Pel took $50 advance from vii.
kerson and promised to recover the
papers for him. Before they parted
the latter made several little jokes
which Drake could not see the point
Of. but which seemed to make Pell
sick with terror
"who IS that fellow?" Drake de-
handed as they were returning to
their lodgings.
Harry Willlerson laughed bitterly
"The best hotel worker and second
story man IN Am,uca." he replied
But he's lost his nerve"
Il don't Ike the way we're gettlnl
mixed UP with all sorts Of crooks il
this business" said Drake GROSSLY. 3"
went into this to oblige Jean and
Help yourself" Wilkerson finished
for him. Il notice that Mrs. Darnel
and l are putting up the coin and do
ing the work so far. Where's you
kick!'
The evil spell that Wilkerson ha'
cast over SO many weaklings close'
about George Drake. and he was silent
Just how it was that she found her
self again in the same room in the he
tel Ruth could not have told after be
terrible experiences Of the night an
morning. But John had hurried he
into cab, ordered Il driven TO th
Manx and quickly made arrangement
for Ruth to occupy his room with
maid to look after her.
Continued Tomorrow)
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1915-01-12
TEMPLE CLUB NOTES.

On last Thursday eevning the Tenn
pie Club held its annual election of
officers as follows: William A. Con-
way, president; Robert Richmond
vice-president; Francis ManiOn, sec
rotary; the Rev. William Temple,
treasurer; the Rev.. William Temple,
chaplain; William Hawke, Daniel
Hagen, John Collins, Charles Dorsey,
James Kennedy, are the committee
appointed for the farce, entitled, "A
Piero's Serenade." to be given in the
Polish Turner's Hall, Monday and
Tuesday evenings, February 10 and
1G.
The Temple Club basketball squad
has been cut TO twelve men and they
are all practicing nightly in St
Elizabeths Hall, for the opening
game. Manager Rainey has arranged
a hard schedule and has the strong
POfirmer team, of West Philadelphia,
booked for the opener, January 10.
The Indoor Quot League, composed
Of the following teams, Tempters, Re
seryists, Leaders, and Athletics, is
underway, and some strong games
are being played in the hall.
Tomorrow evening a pool tOurna-
ment will be held in the rooms be-
tween Jimmie Mcguire and Danny
Hagen.
On last Friday evening a dance
contest was held by the following
teams: William Tinglesham. Robert
Richmond, and Francis Manion, ot-
feated Harry Richmond. James Ma
guire and Jimmy Rainey by the score
of 100 to 90. The dancing class.
under the direction of Francis
MGnion, and the Lyric class. under
the direction of Robert Richmond,
will hold their next rehearsal Tues
day evening. The participants will
take part in the coming Piero show.
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GRIDIRONERS At
THE BANQUET BOARD
Delaware College Squad
Will Talk Over Game
Tomorrow Night
TAYLOR MAY LEAD
ELEVEN NEXT YEAR
Special to THE EVENING JOURNAL.

Special to THE EVENING JOURNAL.
NEWARK, Del. Jan. 1.-The Della
ware College football squad will be
the guests Of the Athletic Council OF
the college at a banquet to be held
at the Hotel DUPONT tomorrow night.
The banquet is given to the varsity
and some of the scrubs who made the
"Del." in honor of the excellent rec
ord on the gridiron during the past
season. The team won seven, lost
one, and tied one game, which is prob
ably the best record ever made by a
blue and gold eleven. At this ban
quet the football captain for next sea-
son will be elected and it is likely
that Harry V. Taylor of Dover will be
the man selected to lead the 1915
team. Following the banquet the en-
tire party will attend the Little
Miss Brown" performance at The
! Playhouse.
Among those in the party will be;
4 Professor E. Laurence Smith. DR..
! Walter H. Steel, Professor Charles f.
McCue, Joseph McVey. George F. AL
/ derson, Harold Horsey G. o. Smith
and Coach William j. McAvoy. Of the
/ Athletic Council; Manager Herman
Little, Captain Victor Handy, Frazier
Croft. William f. Cam, Harry NJ.
Grieves, Warren c. Newton. Ernest
Wilson. James A. Crothers, Lawrence
l.. Smart. Vaughn T. Gray, Michael
Fidance, Harry V. Taylor and Harry
/ Crawford of the varsity and Wilson
! ODaniel. Thomas Wilson, Carlton d,
Pepper, Chester Smith. Howard Brat
ton. Jr., L. LOOMS. Allen L. Lauritsen
and others of the scrubs.
For the past month the Delaware
College football officials have been en-
deavoring to secure the Maryland Ag-
riculture College as a regular attrac-
ton here for the Thanksgiving game
It was announced yesterday. however
that Delaware will be unable to Sc
cure the Maryland college and efforts
will now be made to schedule some
other strong eleven for that date.
The Catholic University was recently
scheduled for a football game to be
played in Washington. d. c., mex
fall.
The basketball game scheduled will
the Baltimore City College for mex
Friday night has been cancelled anC
. Delaware has secured Baltimore
| Polytechnic Institute for that date
Tie local football season will opeI
tomorrow night with Temple Univer
sity OF Philadelphia here.
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1915-01-12

SPORTS
BY "BiH" MCGOWAN

Burns defeated Carter with ease. The
final score was 100 to Il.
Bill Ward, Odessa's crack pitcher
has been signed by Earl Mack
Raleigh, n. c.. team. Ward made q
wonderful showing with the down
State team last season. and It is
hoped that he will make good.
The Benevolent Pioneer Literary
Association will entertain the mem
bers Of the Shannahan Catholic Club.
of Philadelphia, at their rooms on
January 81.
The Pioneers are promoting a pool
tournament among their members. On
Sunday. Becker Flanagan defeated
Charles O'Neill in a good game by n
80 to 45 score. John Lewis trimmed
the redoubtable Joe COnnell so to 81.
When the Peach League takes the
fold, a number of local lads Will
clamOr for berths. Among them are:
Lefty Lutz, otherwise mine Ball
Iutz." Lefty should make good m
the peach league. He has plenty of
stuff. and when going right is a hard
man to beat. IL Is likely that he
will be signed by Hagerstown, Nd,
team, or Milford. Pete Coffin, the
former Parkside twirler is well
thought Of in Milford. and there is no
reason why he shouldn't make good.
Joe Briscoe is after a job with the
/ Lcwes team. Joe is a product OF
Tommy Dougherty's Hillside team.
Much talk coming from the Fire
/ side Leagues conferred upon the COM
Ing baseball season is in reference
/ TO the City League. II is not known
at this time whether or not the league
will re-organize. The Eden team
which finished second best last year
is anxious TO join the league, as they
feel satisfied that they can beat out
their rivals, BrOwntown. Bobby
] Neason. who piloted the Peerless
team last season, is as game as
Battling Nelson. He wants TO enter
his club in a league. The Pioneer.
are in favor of league ball, while
there is some doubt about the Wood
lawn team. The writer would b'
GLAD TO hear from some of the teams
about town that would like to enter
into such an organization.
The way to start the ball rolling e
to get some pep. Come on YOU Cit
League teams. commence.
Guess that Brownson team ism
delivering the goods these days. Tn
speed demons have dropped but on
game this season. and are playing tn
/ best teams from Pennsylvania an
New Jersey
Jimmy Jackson is anxious this
Wilmington should be represented
the Tri-State League again this yea
{ Jimmy wants a syndicate OF bushes
men to erect a baseball plant
South Side at a cost OF $4,000 an
4 guarantees a good return on Il
\ money. Let everybody pull for q
y old game here this year.
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1915-01-12
BAsKETBALL Us THE CAME.

Special to THE EVENING JOURNAL.
NEW CASTLE. Jan. 12.-Basketball
is at its height here at the present
time. The Baraca, Emmanuel. Boy
Scouts, Y. NJ. A. and High School
teams are all hustling for goals.
The High School team is anxious to
get games and all challenges sent 10
Joseph J. Rothrock. New Castle, will
receive prompt attention.
William II. Davis. New Castle,
would like to arrange games with
Company c. Hanover. Y. NJ. H. A,
Glover A. c. and Wilson Line teams.
Emmanuel has Goldey. DUPONT and
other teams on their schedule.
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Lew Denny. the local boy, who is
a product of Brownson Hall, pens the
writer from NOrristOwn, Tenn. that
he is meeting with success and OK
poets TO return home for a visit
about the first week in February
Denny is playing end man with
Vogel's Minstrels. and from all ac-
counts. is hitting a million in the
footlight league.
Wilmington Jimmy Murphy can
celled his bout with Johnny Krause
at the Quaker A. c., Of Philadelphia.
on Friday night II was the first
time in his career that he failed TO
fight when his name appeared on the
card. Murphy made his appearance
at the club, but was not allowed to
go on. owing TO a heavy cold he
sustained while training for the
bout.
Murphy is booked to fight the SIM
windup at the Queensbury Club Of
Buffalo on January IS Sam Robi-
deau, stable mate of Murphy's, VII
fight the fifteen round wind-up with
Gilbert Gallant.
The fans are now waiting for the
De Neri-Brownson game II is ru-
mored that the admission will be 90
cents. Inasmuch as the Eastern
League boys carry off a big guaran-
tee, the Brownson fund will not bena-
flt any. Again the boys from Fourth
and Jackson streets need something
to support the building besides It's
foundation. The crowds have been
good thus far at all the Brownsol
games, but no money is being made.
To raise the price OF admission az
Brownson Hall for the big g;ymes Is
a good move. Any body that wants
to see one of the best teams In the
country in action should be willing
to come up with the extra coin.
De Neri is now battling for high
honors in the Eastern League. and
arc playing in the best form. To de-
/ feat the former worlds champions
will mean a feather in the cap Of
/ Johnny Mulvena. This will be a test
OF how Brownson stands in the Fast
| ern League class. The talk now So
ing the rounds is that Brownson vii
be represented in the Eastern League
next season.
X. o. Harry Baker clashes will
Jack Blackburn tonight
Bill O'Connor's red team OF tn
Pioneer League has won thre
straights. Bill now says he WI
cop the cup.
Mike Dineen is proving a star II
the cage game for the red team thi
season.
Olen Hackett Is tickled to deaf
with his Madeley teams victory owe
Company c.
On Saturday night at Browns pc,
parlOrs, the winner of the Glass
tournament was decided when ia
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1915-01-12
Want
TWO more TEAMS

The Fraternal Indoor Quot League
held a meeting last night, but definite
reorganization did not take place
owing to Keokuk Tribe. now being
connected with the Red Mems League.
and Brandywine Conclave, l. o. H..
being unable to place a team in the
league, as they intend to move to new
quarters. which may not be suitable
for quoits.
This makes two vacancies, but as
there are many teams anxious to get
in the league, the first two will be
given preference. Those desiring adj
mission should write or call on the
acting president John Moore, No S26
Lombard street.
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CFRTIFTCATF OF DISSOLUTION.

q TATE OF DELAWARE.
= OFFICE OF SECRETARY o. STATE.
CERTIFICATE or DISSOLUTION.
TO ALL re WHOM THESE PRESENTS
MAY COME, GREETING:
WHEREAS. 10 appears TO ny satlsiac'
ton by duly authenticated record OF the
proceedings for tho voluntary dissolution
thereof by tho consent OF all the stockholders
deposited IN my office. the Wilmington. West
Chester Railway Company, a corporation uf
this State whose principal Office is
situated In the city OF Wilmington.
county Of New Castle, State OF Delaware.
David J.. OF being agent therein and
in charge thereof upon whom pro-
tho requirements Of IAN Act providing "
General Corporation Law amended and APP
proved March 2, a. D., 1901. amended and
approved March ~, a. D.. 1903, amended
and approved March 30, A. d., 1905, amen.
ded and approved March 81, A. d., 1907.
amended and approved April 8, A. d.
1909, amended and approved March 81
1911, amended and approved March. 1913.
preliminary TO the issuing Of this
CERTIFICATE OF DISSOLUTION.
Now therefore, /, Thomas w Miller.
Secretary Of State OF the State Of Delaware.
do hereby certify that the said corporation
did, on the sixth day Of January, A. ID.
1915, file Ia the Office n duly executed and
attested consent. In writing. to the dissolu-
tion Of said corporation, executed by all the
stockholders thereof. which said consent aud
the records OF tho proceedings aforesaid, are
now on file in my said Office as provided by
law.
~ TESTIMONY WHEREOF. L
have horeunto set my hand aud
Official SEAL az Dover, this sixth
! (sEALl day Of January. in the year Of our
Lord one thousand nine hundred
and fifteen
! THOMAS Vs. MILLER.
ianl2, 9'26feb2 Secretary Of State.
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1915-01-12

Because they did not have enough
players present 10 form four basket
ball teams the Employed Boys Glass
Of the y. NJ G. A. viii meet tomorrow
night. when another attempt will be
made to organize the league The
captains TO date are Charles Brice,
Robert Luton and Preston Rutter.
The local first team viii play a
school team in Chester on Monday.
January %. The local lineup
Robert Luton. Maze Luton, for
wards; George Boggs. center; En-
NOR Murphy and Charles Brice.
guards. Donald Snyder viii be a
sub
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1915-01-12
HOOTs FOR THESE.
BY The United Press.

~ TIC United Press.
NEW YORK. Jan. 12-Joe Jeanette
and John Lester Johnson, negro
heavyweights, stalled through ten
weary rounds of boxing at the Pho
neer A. c. last night Johnson had
the better of the early milling, but
jeanette made up for it later. Both
fighters we're booted.
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TAX NOTICE
Delinquent Tax Payers.
Take Notice!

Judgments viii be secured against all
property owners who owe taxes for the years
i9tl-19l2 during the month Of January,
1915. Every one owing a tax has been no.
titled in person or by their agent or tenant.
These taxes must be paid. 7 viii sit at tic
office Of Magistrate Gluckmau. in the Church
Building, on Mondays January 11th and
18th, from until o p. NJ; az the Office Of
Magistrate Lewis, 10. West Seventh
street ON Tuesdays January 18th and 10th.
from 2 until 9 p. NJ. az the Office Of Mag
istrate Buckley, Ford Building, Tenth and
Market streets, on Wednesdays. January
18th and goth. from until p NJ Persons
holding
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1915-01-12
SALESIANUM Hands
VINELAND A WALLOP

The Salesianum High School
basketball team walloped the Vine
land team here last night, "a to 10.
The locals led from the toss-up 10 the
final whistle. Had Captain Carney
been in the game the score would
likely have been much larger. He was
forced to stay out on accountn of in
juries received in the game at villa
Nova last week.
The locals will play La Sale Col
lege. of Philadelphia, on Friday af-
ternOOn.
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1915-01-12
RAMROADERS TO BOML.

The bowling team of the Delaware
division will meet the Maryland divi-
sion bowlers tonight in a retura
match on the A. o. L. W. Hall al
leys tonight
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Some SideIighfs on The Sporting Game

five thou can ride in as a side
bet that Welsh will be uncrowned
IL the battle goes twenty rounds or
more than a decision. Fitzgerald
said he is tired Of the champion side
stepping the Jersey City boy. and he
intends to force Welsh to fight.
Fitzgerald points out that Shugrue
has defeated all the aspirants in
the past few months. He was gener-
ally conceded a victory over Charley
White and the champion in ten round
no decision contests.
Shugrue and Cross have both train
ed diligently for tomorrow nights
mill. and prospects for a slam-bang
battle were bright.
Forty thousand dollars worth Of
boxing talent will be displayed be-
fore the Sing Sing convicts without a
cent of cost 10 them.
Bat" Nelson, former champion,
was busy around the boxing Rialto
today, arranging for the show. bat"
visited the prison yesterday. sat in
the death chair and entertained the
inmates with a lot Of stories. Then
he conceived the idea Of putting off a
show for the boys.
Leach Cross. Freddie Welsh. Bat
Ting Levinsky, Jack Britton, Charley
White, Joe Shugrue and Jim Flynn,
are on the cards 10 perform for the
prisoners II the Durable Danes plans
do not go awry. Warden Thomas
Mott Osborne gave his hearty con-
sent when approached by Nelson. The
bouts probably will be pulled off next
week
So badly do the Giants feel over the
loss of last seasons pennant, they are
going to flaunt their sorrows in the
faces of the fans next season.
Violet trimmings, always conducive
to complacency and peace, are to be
torn from the playing clothes of the
New NOrks, and instead duh sombre
black will serve constant reminder
OF the catastrophe of 1914.
Next season, when the Giants fare
forth on the diamond, they will be
clad in black sweaters with Just a
dash OF red to arouse their fighting
spirit. The sox are to be black and
red also, according to the announce
ment made today by Secretary Fos-
ter.
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1915-01-12

Referee, Burke. Timer, Mundy.
Time of halves, 20 minutes Field
goals, f. Dougherty, 2; ONeill, 4; J..
Dougherty, 4 Weyman, 4; Smell.
Foul goals, O'Ncill, 4; Miller, q;
Weylman.
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Mortgages Ag ain 5 t
Real Estate

had better attend to this matter. as
under tho law passed January. 1913 taxes
are a prior lien on Real Estate, no matter
how long standing said mortgages or iuds
ments may be- This is the last notice that
will be given. Ny books win be at said
Magistrates offices to correct errors in
sessment or adjust said claim for taxes.
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COPYRIGHT. roi4. BY John FLEMING WILSON
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1915-01-12

Burns defeated Carter with ease The
final score was 100 to Il.
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1915-01-12

The Benevolent Pioneer Literary
Association will entertain the mem
bers Of the Shannahan Catholic Club.
of Philadelphia, at their rooms on
January 81.