19 Apr 1916
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Newspaper
Ackley World
Location
Ackley, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 19, 1916
Page
1
A discussion on cloth durability explains long fibers create strong weaves that resist wear, wrinkle less, and recover shape. Short fibers loosen binding, causing faster wear and creases prompting repeated tailoring. Also notes that well-made fabrics with long fibers seldom need pressing after wear.
Eddie Collins, captain and second baseman for the Chicago White Sox, began as a Columbia shortstop but proved his hitting prowess at second base under Connie Mack. Mack predicted Collins would become the greatest in the position within a few seasons after observing his speed.
Duluth will host the National Association of Amateur Oarsmen championships August 11 and 12 under the Duluth Boat Club. Local businessmen will cover transportation costs for boats and crews. Yale Harvard boat races will be held June 23 on the Thames at New London with multiple events planned including graduate and freshman crews. John Larry McLean has purchased the New Haven club franchise for $9,000.
A historical look at the Alamo siege and the Texas fight for independence. It recounts Sam Houston’s campaign, Davy Crockett’s last stand, and the pivotal San Jacinto victory that secured Texas independence and led to its future statehood. Also notes Santa Anna’s siege and the heroism of Colonel Bowie and Crockett amid brutal combat.
Frank Sloman, a California youth, reportedly shattered the American interscholastic quarter mile record by running 481.5 seconds. The feat mirrors a history of record progress from 511.5 by Long in 1901, to 484.5 by Meredith in 1912, then faster by Sloman three years later, suggesting a rise toward legendary sprinting ranks.
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