Risberg Alleges 1917 Fix. Landis Rules Hearing Opened
Chicago January 6 A sweeping hearing on Risberg accusations that the White Sox and Detroit Tigers fixed the 1917 World Series opened with Commissioner Landis presiding. Risberg testified in detail about a pool to pay players and a plan to fix four games, while teammates and former players denied knowledge or involvement. The session included canceled checks and conflicting statements as both sides clashed over the alleged scheme.
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Northwestern coach goes ten Wisconsin
Unclear text reports on a Northwestern coach in Madison with mentions of Wisconsin and an athletics director. The fragment references an announcement and an arrangement but lacks complete details for a full summary.
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White Sox Fixing Scandal Ties to Detroit Allegations
Detroit and Chicago game fixing rumors surface as Ty Cobb and Tris Speaker face scrutiny. Commissioner Landis hears corruption claims from an insider who alleges a 1917 pool scheme paid Detroit players during key doubleheaders. Rowland defends himself while others discuss supposed deals and wagers amid a city council vote on trust in Cobb and Speaker.
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Golfers Qualify to Enter Los Angeles Open Qualifying
In Los Angeles six rounds of play determined the entrants for the $10,000 Los Angeles open golf tournament. J T Kinnear of Bedford Country club Detroit posted 68 for the first 18 holes, with 14 low scorers and ties earning medal play entry to start Friday at Calvadero Country club. Notable players exempt from qualification include national and local open standings and foreign entrants.
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Fever Sparks Cancellation of Helena Basketball Contests
Fever situation prompts board to cancel multiple basketball games in Helena on January 5. The announcement notes health concerns and measures affecting local sports events, with officials urging fans to monitor further updates from school and city channels.
KC Basketball Opens Night in Independent League
An obscure KC basketball game in the Independent League tees off tonight at the venue, featuring teams including Dublin, Powers, Theater, Dubin Gute, and Cent McGheenss. Officials Carroll and Curley will referee all matchups.
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Powers
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Uin
Outa Power
Cent McGheenss
Fim Orla
Montana Power
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Centerville
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Broadway
Heaven Lefty
Carroll
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Swedish star seeks time for Olympic preparation
The article notes Nurmi and fellow runner Charley Hott facing scheduling issues as they plan workouts in Newark. Carl Anderson and Murray Tutbert discuss amateur constraints and potential impacts on Nurmi's preparations for what appears to be a major international event.
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Mathe Hagenot
Newark
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Neds Ghaer
Carl Anderson
Man Ker
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Charley Hott
Murray Tutbert
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Buckhannon Students Protest Athletic Matter Prexy Assault
We. Va. January 5 The college president Dr Wark faced a student protest over athletics with campus demonstrations and calls for a new chair in the chapel. Reports say classmates hung a noose laddering the main campus scene and some students threatened action as the administration offered funds and personnel changes.
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Olympics Schedule Reported for Early August
Brief dispatch notes the Olympics are slated to begin in early August with organizers confirming dates and venue preparations. No further details are provided due to the fragmented text.
Rickard Tunney to Confer on Heavyweight Bout Talks
Promoter Tex Rickard and champion Gene Tunney arrive in St Louis to finalize contract details for the title defense. Dudley Field Malone and Tunney’s adviser join a dozen reporters as negotiations begin, with plans to discuss arrangements after tonight’s possible talks.
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Gene Tunney
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Jack Dempaes
Nickel Means Much to Butte Newsboy
A Butte newsboy values a nickel despite widespread price drops in the era. He spends considerable time chasing a single coin amid jokes and magazines noting its vanishing value. The piece’s reality versus perception drives the boy’s quest, reflecting currency changes of the period.
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Bantam Weights Sign to Head Legion Card in Helena
Dixie Lawcod of Butte and Joe La Detroit headline a Legion card at Bilver Stow post No 1 Amer in Legion last night. The bout lineup includes a main event between Lawcod and Lahood with other head bouts arranged to support the card. Gene hopes a grand purse and a 10 percent cut, while Hoord faces Lahood in a noted matchup.
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Speedy battles in hoop league in noisy gym night
In a lively regular round basketball league clash at the Y gym, Timber beat Jensen 23 to 13 while Montana Hardware topped 22 to 4. Boucher B's posted a 10-6 verdict from De Mohave, Touehera won 27 to 10 over Stratford, and Montana Powers defeated De Molay Seconds 20 to ?.
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Basketball Results From Cleveland Knockout Event
In Cleveland yesterday a knockout basketball program featured top players including Bully and Barrette. Anuciated Pres reported delays and unclear matchups while De Marco led a standout effort. Wary and Walldoe also performed, as the event ran in mid January with ongoing preliminary rounds.
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Harlem Spider Dead in New York Mourning Famed Boxer
A note from New York confirms the death of the famed boxer nicknamed Harlem Spider. Reports mention ongoing tributes and public mourning as fans and boxing circles recall the career of the celebrated fighter whose stage name spanned decades.
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New York
Twenty One Years of Base Ball Adie Collins
A reminiscence of early baseball days focusing on the 21 years of base ball with Adie Collins. It honors players Connie Harris Jack Barry Melvin and others, recounting practice rituals, fielding chemistry, and the joy of teamwork that built a legendary infield with signals, drills, and relentless run of practice sessions.
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