Berlenbach to Face Delaney in Chicago Arena Rematch
Paul Berlenbach and Jack Delaney meet for the fourth time in a 10 round world light heavyweight title bout at the Coliseum in Chicago. Delaney weighs about 177 pounds with Berlenbach around 174, and Delaney is the favorite to win. Berlenbach defends his honor and seeks the title, denying rumors of decline.
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Peltzer Visits U.S. Colleges to Study Athletic Plant
German track star Otto Peltzer tours University of Pennsylvania facilities with interpreter Miss Herman and manager H. Jamison Swarts. He declines the Pennsylvania relay invite to conserve strength for the Olympics and plans to return to Europe in March. Peltzer holds world records from 880 yards to 1500 meters and has held multiple German championships.
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Meehan Held Out to Keep Goughes at NYU
New York December 8 The board of athletic control revealed the circumstances behind John F Meehan's resignation motive at NYU The coach signed a three year contract last October 18 replacing a similar agreement set to end this month The contract is dissolved by mutual consent and a new deal is under discussion Final action will come in ten days The dispute centers on Meehan assistants Schwarzer Starobin and Porter whom Meehan brought from Syracuse three years ago.
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Syracuse
Selection of Fletcher Now Denied by B Evans
Billy Evans Cleveland general manager says he has not conferred with Art Fletcher about managing the Indians next year and that any announcement will come from Alva Bradley president of the club.
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Curlers of Butte Open Play Tonight
Butte curlers begin their season tonight at the clubhouse on South Montana Street. Secretary Don McMillan announced the opening matches will feature three rinks in good condition and many players expected. The season includes intercity events with Anaconda and the club trophy matches.
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Emerson Athletic Club Card Party In Bennetts Hall
Supporters of the Emerson Athletic club plan a card party at Bennetts Hall this evening at 8 oclock to raise funds for further development. The group highlights a fine baseball and football record and aims to support winter sports and equipment with proceeds.
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Hartley Traded On Waivers From Boston To Cleveland
The Boston American League club released Grover Hartley and sent him to the Cleveland club on waivers as of December 8.
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Kirke's Fast Ball Sucker on Curve Causes Stir
A 1920s tale of Jay Kirke, famed slugger, and his curve ball trouble. From Louisville to Cleveland, pitchers fed him hooks until a dramatic plate collision with a pitchout led Kirke to hit the throw for a homer like a fastball. The umpire ruled interference, sparking a memorable scene.
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Opening of grammar and parochial schoolgirls basketball playoffs
Nine games at the Y M C A and K C gyms opened the annual championship for Butte grade and parochial girls. Greeley beat Washington junior high 10 to 6. St Ann defeated Immaculate Conception 34 to 2. Garfield topped Emerson 18 to 1. Longfellow beat Franklin 14 to 9. Class B saw Sherman defeat Sacred Heart 25 to 10 and Whittier win 18 to 2 over Grant. St Johns beat McKinley 12 to 2. Hawthorne and St Patrick tied or finished fast in their clash. St Marys edged Blaine 9 to 6. Crystal defeated T W H 6 to 0 and Blanchard beat Symons 12 to 6 in other games.
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1928 Coast Conference football schedule set with USC leading
Pacific Coast Conference coaches finalize the 1928 football slate for 10 member colleges. USC tops the list with scheduled non conference games against St Marys Santa Clara and Gonzaga. The plan includes Berkeley Palo Alto Eugene Missoula and Seattle venues.
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Five close games open hoop season at K C gym
Independent action at the K C gym opened with five tight games. Owls edged McQueens 24 23 in a late seesaw, Coyle and Olsen starred for the Owls, while Mihelich and Mc Nichols led McQueens. Centerville beat Anaconda 32 24 as Hilltoppers rallied late. Long and Vidro topped Anaconda. Central defeated Elm Orlu 21 12. Englewood and Boulevards 24 16. Meaderville fought Hubs 41 20. Colahan Kilroy and Boyer led the Hub offense.
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Uzcudun May Battle Giant Godfrey Next
The Olympic auditorium may host a January bout between Paulino Uzcudun and George Godfrey after matchmaker Hayden Wadhams met with Billy McCarney. Godfrey has won 15 of his last 16. the Basque fighter is ready to take on Godfrey or any opponent Wadhams names. Scribblers club met with Nelie Baker presiding to discuss readings on Today. officers to be elected January 3.
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Association of clubs orders draft break in major league row
The National Association of Professional Baseball Clubs voted five leagues to discontinue the modified draft with the majors. The action, backed by Dallas owner Walter Morris and Eastern League president Herman J. Weisman, targets the American Association International League Pacific Coast Three I and Western leagues amid fear of a new baseball war.
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Seals buy Joe Sprint for 15000 in major minor league deal
San Francisco Pacific Coast league club the Seals purchase catcher Joe Sprint for 15000 and three players from Moines of the Western league. Earl Kunz Johnny Zaepfel and Johnny Shineki go to Moines in the cash heavy transaction said to be the largest between two minor league clubs. Zaepfel, a former Washington State star, came to the Seals two years ago and was farmed to Lincoln Nebraska last year. Meanwhile Beyz White owner of Victor’s horse stable is killed after a race at the West Texas exposition in San Angelo Texas. White, 68, of Veribest, died when trampled inside the rail after his 10 to 1 shot won.
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Football safety rules fail to stop fatalities in 1927 season
The 1927 football season, under new safety laws, saw 17 player deaths, more than double 1926's eight. Post position changes did not reduce injuries, as open play and lateral passes increased, yet crowd thrill from goal line battles vanished.
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