Willie Heston Greatest Half Back of All Time
New York remembers Willie Heston as the premier half back who defined Michigan football. His bold runs, legend status, and the 1908 season miracles are recalled, detailing how he broke walls and inspired teammates while deferring a scoring chance to Joe Maddock in a famed 6 6 Minnesota game.
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New York
Wille Heston
America
Wolverine
Heston
Michigan
Walter Eckersall
Chicago
Ecky
Tke
Tham
Alonzo Stage
Bekreau
Mrn
Eckersall
Eckereall
Eckereau
Be Togvther
Cage
Minnesota
Sfin
Jon Maddock
Joe
Maddock
Joe Maddock
Willie Heston
All American Teams Harmless Diversion By Coach Metzger
Washington and Jefferson coach Sol Metzger discusses his reluctance to name an All American football team citing his past record and the influence of photographs and magazines. He argues the selection system is flawed after studying dozens of teams and players and declines to publish a team this year.
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Sol Metzger
Washington
Jefferson
Bill Hollenback
Cooe
Ike
Pennay
Syracusian
Ian
Schl Schlachter
Rhode Island
Pittsburg
Towa
Baseball is the modern American game's surprising origin
The article argues baseball is a recent, American invention while football and other games trace ancient roots. It recounts Cooperstown's 1839 origin claim for baseball via Abner Doubleday, contrasts with lacrosse and polo, and notes tennis, golf, cricket and other sports as long-established, concluding baseball is uniquely modern.
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Franklin Field
Rome
Philadelphia
Ireland
Cooperstown
Abner Doubleday
United States
Persia
Durlleys
Fleet Prison
Pickwick
Pall Mall
London
Scotland
Plackt
All American Myths and a Fleet of Limousines
The article recalls a 1916 scene as the Gophers arrive for a White Sox park practice with about twenty limousines, admired by traffic cops. It also surveys the all American concept in college football, noting mixed selections, the difficulty of choosing standards, and a proposal for post season East West showcase games to fund education programs.
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Edward II
England
Henry VIII
Elizabeth
James T
Chicago Beach
White Sox
Trafic
Tip
New York
Chicago
Sol Metager
Baby’s Helmet Pattent For Infant Head Protection
A pneumatic helmet made of inflatable rubber tubes designed to cushion infants from bumps and bruises. Inventor claims it protects babies during play and travel by soft, flexible headgear.
Thoughts on Comeback for Brookyln Pitcher Vean Grogs
Vean Grogs says his form could return if he played elsewhere, but Boston’s deep pitching staff makes a return to regular games unlikely. He recalls his control slipping in games, though his batting practice showed his old stuff.
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Vean Grogs
Boston
Carrigan
Gregg
Brooklyn Age
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Crimson
Pennsylvania
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Melly
Styere
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Zeigler
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Thompson
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Pitt
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