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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1926
Page
3
The article discusses using major league southern training camps as testing grounds for proposed rule changes. It cites past mid season rule reversals and considers an optional base on balls after four balls, before a third strike, as a tested reform.
Quotes from Martin Jarett and others discuss social issues and examinations as Reynold M. Gardner recalls exams and Christmas. George Russell notes quieter holiday insurance business, while Penn State halfback John P Poepke suffers a broken cheekbone but recovers to be named 1927 captain.
Henry Friedman of Michigan George Thayer and Jack Butler of Pennsylvania will not compete in the East West football charity game in San Francisco on New Year’s Day. College heads refused them permission.
Christmas thoughts unfold amid tales of home and hardship as railroads add passenger sections for heavy holiday travel. Amarillo notices include crews visiting relatives, college students returning home, and staff transfers while rail activity continues across the division.
The New York Yankees manager voices strong opposition to the idea of trading Babe Meusel. He argues the move would be foolish and damages the team’s chances in the World Series race. Reports note other American League clubs show interest in the slugger.
The snippet blends jokes and history about railroading. It mentions C. N. Whitehead of the M. E. and T. Railway who died in St. Louis after 36 years in rail, notes electrification of the Nantucket branch in 1895, cites fuel per 1000 gross ton miles in 1925 at 159 pounds down from 1924 and 1923, and praises improved locomotives increasing power while reducing fuel use.
The third base coach faces a demanding role guiding every play from the bench. He must read the field, time signals, and direct runners while managing the infield and relay throws. A single miscue by a coach can cost a run, making the position pivotal to winning games.
The former heavyweight champion known as the Wild Bull of the Pampas will depart South America and travel to New York in a few weeks. He is expected to deny any intention to fight, signaling a possible return to the heavyweight ranks.
Jim Maloney of Boston tentatively agrees to meet Jack Delaney of Bridgeport in a light heavyweight title bout in New York. The fight hinges on Maloney defeating Harry Persson tonight. Bathing caps from America are worn on South American beaches amid warm weather.
A fragmentary ad style note describes a remedy for grippe and influenza symptoms. It promises quick relief from sore throat and fever with a simple water sip and peps up appetite, urging purchase of a family package for 35 cents at a drug store.
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