Reds and Cards Down Stretch Neck and Neck
In a tight National League race Cincinnati and St Louis push toward the finish with 12 games left each. Cincinnati swept Brooklyn 4 0 to pull even with St Louis, which lost 5 4 to Boston in 14 innings. Cardinals face six with Philadelphia and two with Brooklyn while the Reds play three with the Giants and three with the Phillies. Pirates trail after a 9 5 loss to the Giants, two and a half back. Rixey shut out Brooklyn, Cooney drove in the winning run in the 14th, and Chicago beat Philadelphia 3 1. The Yankees beat the Tigers, Indians topped the Senators, and McCurdy’s bases loaded triple fueled a White Sox 3 2 win in the second game of a twin bill. Philadelphia won the opener 5 2. Selective eyeglass service promoted.
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Cincinnati
St. Louis
Brooklyn
Boston
Cardinals
Philadelphia
New York
Reds
Giants
Robins
Braves
Phillies
Pittsburgh
Pirates
Cubs
Rixey
Cooney
Chicago
George Grantham
Corsairs
Jimmy Ring
Tigers
Yankees
Cleveland
Senators
Winchhitter McCurdy
Boone family reunion draws 300 at Lamar county site
More than 300 relatives of Daniel Boone gathered at the Boone place in Lamar county Mississippi for a reunion. Boone, born 1809 and died 1866, was represented by four sons and two daughters among the surviving members of a 17 member family.
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Hatiesburg
Miss
Daniel Boone
Boone Place
Lamar County
Boone
Clarendon College Brings 35 Huskies for Bulldog Eleven
Clarendon college fields 35 players for the 1926 Bulldog football team with a strong mix of veterans and new material. Capt Powell Corbin Stockings White Brown veteran ends tackle and five letter men may miss parts of the season. New candidates include John Morris Thalia brother of Cap Morris, Jackson Matador and Clarendon high backfield trio Johnson Smith Naylor with Don Lewis Phoenix and Cappy Stevens Groom among backs. Crowd to watch at Canyon Clarendon game during the Amarillo Tri-State exposition on Sept 25.
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Clarendon College
Powder River
Powell
Corbin
Brown
Clarendon
John Morris
Thalia
Cap” Morris
Jackson
Matador
Johnson
Smith
Naylor
Clarendon High School
Don Lewis
Phoenix
Cappy Stevens
Groom
Amarillo Tri-State Exposition
Hillcrest Stockholders Meet Tonight to Elect Directors
Stockholders of Hillcrest Golf and Country Club meet at McIlroy's Market at 8 tonight to elect directors and conduct important business. Hillcrest announced a Hole Panhandle Open Championship for the opening of the new clubhouse. the meeting is described as an annual affair.
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Hillcrest Golf and Country Club
McIlroy’s
Hillcrest
London’s tiniest shop hides a cobbler’s one room
Tucked between Berkeley Square and Bruton streets, London’s smallest shop measures three yards long, four feet nine inches high, and three feet two inches wide. It contains just enough space for a cobbler to sit and mend shoes.
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London
Berkeley Square
Bruton Streets
Amusing Amarillo Snippets on Parking and People
A collection of humorous notes from Amarillo includes criticism of a new parallel parking rule, calls for safer streets, and longing for more parking space. Jests touch on speed, aging, vacations, song writing, and local quirks, with quips about O W s children, Santa Fe, and regional pride. The tone mirrors a small town column.
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Jeff Bartlett
Amarillo
City Hall
Two Mexicans Executed in Religious Turmoil
The Associated Press reports Ramuel Meligarejo and Joaquin te Silva were summarily court martialed and executed at Tinguindin, Michoacan, for sedition propaganda linked to religious tensions. The dispatch notes the English report is spoken by more than a million.
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iMy
Preen
Mexico City
Ramuel Meligarejo
Joaquin Te Silva
Tinguindin
Michoacan
Dempsey Faces Tunney with Strong Corner Support
Boxing analyst notes Jack Kearns questions and Dempsey readiness. Gus Wilson and Jerry Lavidas form a capable training team, shaping Dempsey for the September 23 bout.
Wealthy gin owner dies in blaze near Waco
D W Ray, 57, a wealthy Central Texas gin owner, died from smoke and burns when a fire at the McKie grain company adjoining his Waco gin swept through early today. His body was found at the grain office door as he allegedly went inside to investigate. Ray owned gins across Navarro and neighboring counties and recently moved to Waco after buying a theater and making investments.
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Associated Press
Waco
W. Ray
Navarro County
Furniture Makers Accused of Unhairness Practices
The Federal Trade Commission today charged several furniture manufacturers with deceptive and unfair methods in production and advertising. The agencies allege misrepresentation of materials and quality, and improper sales tactics affecting consumers nationwide.
Man Drowns In Rain Puddle During Swim
A man died after entering a rain puddle to swim, with reports noting the weather and状. The incident occurred in a flooded area where onlookers attempted to assist as rescue efforts began, but he did not survive.
All Policemen Have Big Feet in Amarillo Nightlife
A humorous skit decrying Amarillo police dancing prowess. The piece depicts cops in a lively street scene with bragging, fashion, and comic rhythm as they dance, mixing boastful banter with playful satire of city lawmen.
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Amarillo
Chicago
Charleston
Mabel
Agnes
Football prospects and wrestling challenges in Amarillo notes
Sport Gleanings highlights top teams and athletes like John Ellis aiming to beat Elmer Guthrie, Dutch Mantell clashing with Guthrie, and Clarendon College’s strong football line. It urges student support for local high school football, mentions Tilden’s possible title loss due to injury, and previews Dempsey and Tunney’s upcoming championship with a nod to Childress game.
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John Ellis
Texas
Wellington
Elmer Guthrie
Amarillo
Dutch Mantell
Mantell
Guthrie
Amarillo Childress
Childress
WQAC Announces Radio Schedule for This Week
Amarillo listeners will hear a week of programs from WQAC with Mrs. Sam Williams performing violin in a semi classical set on Wednesday 6 30 to 7 30. The Polk Street Methodist Church male quartet also broadcast 9 to 10. Thursday features Mra Hooten on the Kimball organ from the M E church 6 30 to 7 20. Friday 6 50 to 7 30 offers another musical program. Saturday 4 20 to 7 40 includes a secret concert directed by Prof. R H Cornelius with the Cornelius Gospel Singers from KFQB Fort Worth assisted by former Amarillo pupils.
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Amarillo
The
Panhandle
WQAC
Sam Williams
Polk Street Methodist Church
Mra
BR. Hooten
M. E. Church
Half Minute Interviews on Street Parking and Urban Plans
A collage of quotes from residents and officials on parking width, street length, and curb use. Opinions mix on expanding main streets, tearing concrete edges, and adjusting parking policy to improve traffic flow in the city.
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W. BR. Moody
Canyor
Joe Denton Eyes Comeback In Armory Boxing Night
Joe Denton plans a six round comeback exhibition at the Armory after four years off due to a jaw injury. He faces his brother Jack Denton, trains with Duff Stanley, and may pursue regular matches or retire after the night. The program also features Rusty Cahill vs Denton and other bouts including Rip versus Bud Blake and Speedball Moore against Goldie Johnson.
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Joe Denton
Joe
the Armory
Jack Denton
Jack
Duff Stanley
Duff
Rusty Cahill
Borger
Cahill
Kid Rich
Tohoka Terror
Denton
Stanley
Wichita Falls
George Hellman
Rip
Bud Blake
Moore
Goldie Johnson
Tar Bedy
Baseball Roundup From Yesterday's Scores Across Leagues
American League results include Philadelphia 5 2 Chicago 2 3 and New York 8 1 Detroit 4 4. National League shows St Louis 4 Boston 5 in 14 innings and Pittsburgh 5 New York 9. Several other league games noted with results and postponements.
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Philadelphia
Chicago
Washington
Gleveland
New York
Detroit
Waist Lines Move with Wearer Figure in Fashion Note
Waist lines will be movable according to the figure of the wearer. Most of those shown are placed at the top of the hip bone. Hairs of the best violin bows come from white horses.
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Alan Eustace
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Jack Kearns
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Jack Dempsey
Gene Tunney
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Carpentier
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Toledo
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Jersey City
Teddy Hayes
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Jerry Lavidas
Lavidas
Tunney
Gus Wilson
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Boxing Blade
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Federal Trade Commisson
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Ooperer
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Perlas
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Mack
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Bill Tilden
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Will
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