Uncertainty Hides Red Sox Prospects in April Race
Barrow faces a lean roster and uncertain lineup as the Red Sox bartered stars. Frazee’s rumored sale and limited buying curb Boston’s pennant hopes. Hoyt Harper and Pennock lead a shaky pitching staff while Hooper, Lamar, and Menosky anchor a weaker batting core.
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Jack Veiock
International News
New York
Ed Barrow
Red Sox
Bostonese
Gardner
Frazee
Old Dame
Lefty Russell
Herb Pennock
Sam Jones
Joe Bush
Dumont
Barrow
Sox
Foreign Champion Edwards Falls in Debut Fight
An Australian English lightweight, known as Liew Edwards, suffered a decisive defeat in his American boxing debut against Richie Mitchell in the seventh round. The loss dents Edwards status and exposes flaws in his bold, money-driven approach and overconfidence.
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Liew Edwards
Benny Leonard
Liew
Richie Mitchell
Edwards
Fixing Battery Cable Techniques
In emergencies a battery cable can be attached by stripping two to three inches of insulation, prying strands apart, placing a washer on each side, and tightening the nut to secure the cable.
My Worst Three Minutes by Georges Carpentier
Georges Carpentier recalls his Sunday June 1 1914 bout with Bombardier Wells in Ghent. He details risking his career by fighting a British heavyweight after losses to Papke and Klaus, admitting the gamble and its high stakes and his eventual victory.
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Georges Carpentier
Ghent
Bombardier Wells
National Sporting Club
Papke
Frank Klaus
Descamps
Francois
Wells
Leighon-Sea
Vosges
Georges
Maloney
Billy
Ie Bell Syndicate
Coulon Shadow of His Old Form in Paris Fight
Chicago boxer Johnny Coulon, former bantamweight champion, attempted a comeback against Charley Ledoux in Paris but faltered in six rounds. The bout, seen as below his former peak, prompted warnings about risky returns and boxing trends after the war.
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Jack Velock
International News
New York
Little Johnny Coulon
Charley Ledoux
Paris
Chicago
Ledoux
Coulon
Coulton
Bald Johnny
America
Johnny
Jimmy Walsh
Kid Williams
Baltimore
Williams
Oriole
Bantam King Seeks Bout With Kilbane
Pete Herman, bantamweight champion and New Orleans contender, weighs around 116 to 120 pounds and pushes for profitable matches including a possible bout with Johnny Kilbane. Negotiations faltered over weight demands as Wilde and Goldman clashed, signaling a shift toward Kilbane or a catchweight battle.
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Jack Velock
New York
Pete Herman
New Orleans
Herman
Johnny Kilbane
Herman-Wilde
United States
Sam Goldman
Wilde
Kid Williams
Pillsmore Boy
Rocap
Philadelphia
Goldman
London
Dominick Tortorich
Kilbane
Johnny
Benny Waleer
Jersey City
Machines in North Carolina 1920 Vehicle Estimate
It is estimated that there will be 25,000 automobiles in North Carolina in 1920.
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North Carolina
King George Donates to Olympic Fund in London
The British Olympic council estimates grants to governing bodies in England for sending teams to the Antwerp Olympic games next summer will total about £30,000. King George is among early contributors, giving £500. The council appeals to all parts of the British Isles for funds.
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London
England
Antwerp
British Olympic Council
King George
Olympic Council
British Isles
Canada Holds Four Percent Share Of World Automobiles
A report shows Canada accounts for four percent of the global automobile stock. Analysts note the figure reflects Canada's population and industrial production.
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Canada
Columbia University Athletics Lose Big in 1918 19 season
The Columbia University Athletic association reports a total loss of 798.56 for 1918 19 with receipts 8103.93 and disbursements 1902.48. Track leads in deficit at 3972.43 followed by baseball 3499.81 and rowing 1489.32. Football alone shows a credit of 88.21 amid salaries 3168.40.
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Columbia University Athletic Association
Morningside Heights
Paguly
Phenomenal Chester Nichols hailed by coach Walker
New York Agricultural College coach Fred Walker on Long Island praises Chester Nichols as a versatile star who excels in football baseball and basketball. He claims Nichols set a supposed world record by scoring all 22 points in a 22 to 14 win over Temple in basketball.
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T Rose
Wells
New York
Fred Walker
New York Agricultural College
Farmingdale
Long Island
Chester Nichols
Temp: College
Ele
Aggies
Walter Eckersall
Nichols
Charley Rose Eyes Turning Wrestler Mike Nestor Into a Fighter
Charley Rose, famed trainer of wrestlers and boxers, tries to convert light heavyweight grappler Mike Nestor into a boxer. He cites past failures of wrestlers turning to boxing, recalls Frank Gotch’s short-lived boxing bid, and notes Nestor’s loose, fast build. Rose claims Nestor is Kin to Stanley Ketchel and promises a watchable experiment in the near future.
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Charley Rose
France
Charley
Mike Nestor
Rose
I'rank Gotch
T'rank
Gotch
Stanley Ketchel
Nestor
Freddie Wels
Sick Benefit Totals at Franklin Automobile Plant
The Franklin Mutual Benefit Society at the Syracuse plant reports 3,145 members among 5,000 employees. In 1919, 1,957 sick and accident drafts were issued, with sick benefit drafts totaling $10,822.77.
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Franklin Mutual Benefit Seciety
Franklin Automobile Company
Syracuse
N. Y
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