Bicyclists Start on Frenzied Grind at Madison Square Garden
New York assault on the six day Diesels race began at 12:01 a m with seventeen teams in attendance. Peter Drobach of Jersey Skeeters led early after the first mile as crowds cheered the start. The field includes international riders from France Australia and Italy with Walter Germany absent due to injury and Walter Moran returning from Melbourne to join the event.
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Edward F. Root
Reggie McNamare
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Frank Corry
Trailan
Frances Covert
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Alfred Qoullett
Joseph Folger
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Will “Appelane
Herman Packebusch
Andrew Perchicot
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Bobbie” Walthour
Walthourcrank
Norman Anderson
Norman Hansen
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Gordon Walker
W. J. Port
Iowa
Loyd ‘Thomas
San Fransky
Pred Keefe
Arthur Zimmerman
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Harmony Expected In League Meeting
Harmony is anticipated at the National league annual meeting as John K Tener of Pennsylvania is likely to be elected president, replacing Thomas J Lynch. The term may last four to five years with a modest salary, while actual work handled by Secretary John. topics include player contracts drafts rules and minor playing rule changes, with possible deals for next season and Tinker related decisions. Harvard confirms or denies a football game with Chicago is under discussion.
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John K. Tener
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Thomas J. Lynch
Tener
Joe Tinker
New York
Cobb Dominates Baseball Thinkers in 1912 Portrait
Matty's Big League Gossip argues Ty Cobb stands above all batters, detailing his 40 plus home run pace, high averages, and mental edge. It cites interviews with Jimmy Callahan and others, praising Cobb's speed of thought, hit and run tactics, and crowd pressure while noting rivals’ attempts to undermine him.
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Baseball Directors Await Barry’s Return in Tight Winter Talks
The Butte directors plan decisive action when Matt Barry returns next week as new details emerge on league plans.Missoula and Salt Lake clubs consider park sites and transportation, while Helena and Idaho Falls face franchise questions. President Murphy eyes southern meetings as signings and signatures loom.
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Ducky” Holmes
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Mathewson Tops National League Pitching Averages 1913
New York Dec 7 Christy Mathewson premier pitcher of the Giants heads the National League pitching averages for 1913. He compiled 11 losses in 21 games and 70 earned runs, 2.00 average per game. Tesreau and DeMaesres follow, Seaton leads strikeouts with 168, while Alexander Pananeoma records seven shutouts and Huggins and Hescher are cited for walks. Johnny Evers, Cubs manager, endured the fewest strikeouts at 14 in 186 games.
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Johnny Evers
Chicago
Rumor of Chicago Game on Harvard's Schedule
Dec. The University of Chicago considered two possible dates October 24 or October 31 for a football match with Harvard at Cambridge. Director Stagg, visiting, said the Harvard-Chicago game remained conjectural after Chicago forwarded the invitation to President Judson for decision. Seville, Spain, annually harvests more than 50,000 tons of oranges.
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Field goals over touchdowns in football debate
New York opinion argues football has lost team play as field goals overshadow touchdowns. It cites rule changes lowering field goal value and boosting touchdown points, urging balance to emphasize teamwork and fair scoring while praising Harvard and Brickley.
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Two Ball Games Played in Capital of the Japs
Tokyo reports a morning double bill where a Keio University nine faced a mixed Chicago American League and New York National League squad. The American side took an afternoon game as the result reads uncertain, with both teams competing in the Japanese capital.
Funny tale of Greek Brown vs Eddie McGoorty in Benton Harbor
General Sporting Comment recounts Nate Lewis tale of Greek Brown surviving a first round knockdown by Eddie McGoorty, with the referee and Lewis in ring antics cited as key missteps. The piece also surveys baseball notes on Pirates, Browns, and other teams, noting managerial tactics, player moves, and early season outlooks.
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New York Press
The Daily Hint on Paris Fashion Coat Details
The Paris fashion note describes a navy blue serge coat with a lower edge faced by a deep band and a front fastening using lari corded ornaments. A tippet of akunk fur is worn with this salt-Malson Amy Line.
Benz Takes A Day Off As Sailor Spars In Town
Leo Benz observed a one day rest and remains fit for the ring in light to middleweight poundage. Sailor Petroskey returns from Gregson Springs to spar four rounds at McCarthy's gym. Rena trains morning road work and heavy gloves sparring to boost speed and punching power. Danny Cummings and Yankee Aten spar with partners as bantams prepare for the December 17 semi windup.
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Gregson Springs
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McCarthy
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Danny Cummings
Yankee Aten
Ramblers Win Junior Championship of Butte
The Ramblers defeated the Midnight Sons 20 to 7 at Columbia Gardens to claim the junior championship of Butte. Dussault scored two rushing touchdowns, Moffat added a six pointer, and Mulcahy had the Nightwatcher score for the Midnight Sons. The game was played on a slick field. Roosevelt arrives in Asuncion to a warm reception as Paraguay hosts the ex-president.
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Departmental aid for farmer's wife outlined in report
Secretary Houston’s first annual report to President Wilson outlines a 1918 plan to reorganize the Department of Agriculture into five or six main groups. It calls for better rural support, seeds distribution reform, and loans for farmers, with emphasis on aiding farm women, road improvements, and a federal role through state units. Crop estimates for 1913 show below average yields in many crops, though wheat set a record.
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Department of Agriculture
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Congress
Department
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Retary
Dublin Strike Talks Fail Over Reinstatement Demand
Dublin on December 7 saw a 20 hour conference among employers and workers with English labor leaders fail to resolve the 15 week strike. Workers demand full reinstatement which the employers would not concede, offering only partial reinstatement.
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