Series Scandal Reopened Today In Chicago Tale
In Chicago on March 25 the Associated Press reports true bills and likely indictments against White Sox players accused of throwing the 1919 World Series. Assistant State's Attorney George Gorman says B B Johnson of the American League appeared before a second grand jury. Robert E Crowe hints others named in the first panel may face charges as new indictments are pursued. Some previously indicted players remain under state jurisdiction but not slated for immediate trial.
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Games to Be Played at School of Mines
Tonight's Butte Independent league basketball games will be at the School of Mines gymnasium. Three contests start at 8 o'clock with the M club vs Meaderville, Independents vs Xanthos, and Butte Battery vs All-Stars. Nine games are done this week with five remaining next week to finish the round robin. no forfeits or withdrawals, attendance is poor.
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Dempsey Mourns Malamute Loss
Calgary March 25 Jack Dempsey heavy weight champion began light training for his bout with Georges Carpentier on July 2 after two hours in a gym. He mourns the loss of a malamute dog that accompanied road work. The dog escaped, damaged the garage lighting and window, then jumped through the glass.
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May Hold Big Fight At Cumberland Md
A Cumberland Maryland delegation met promoter Tex Rickard in New York to discuss hosting the Dempsey Carpentier heavyweight championship. Rickard offered no statement on the likelihood but agreed to reconvene with a special committee to review plans and accommodations.
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Joint Managers to Guide Red Sox
Boston reports that the American League club will operate under dual management this season with Hughie Duffy and Jimmy Burke sharing leadership. Duffy says neither seeks individual glory and the aim is to win games through a shared strategic approach.
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Exhibition results from scattered baseball games
AP report lists exhibition scores across cities in multiple associations. Oklahoma City 6 New York Nationals 2. Houston 8 Boston Nation 2. Wichita Falls 13 Chicago Orleans 6. Los Angeles 7 Chicago Nationals 8. Mobile 6 Milwaukee 5. Birmingham 6 Birmingham Southern 4. Toronto 4 Philadelphia Americans 8 New York Nationals 2. Shreveport 8 Brooklyn Nationals 3.
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American Legion Boxing Group Formed in California
The Associated Press reports the Veterans organization under its boxing era forms American Legion Boxing asso m to centralize control of boxing events. Detroit Americans wrap up camp to tour the South and West, playing exhibitions on the way home. team fees are reportedly in excellent condition. Cotton Tierney cited for two circuit hits while Babe Adams shows midseason form pitching three innings of one-hit ball.
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Beees lineup gains two celebrities in Coast League season
Salt Lake loses most of its infield from last year and faces big questions about replacements. Memphis sold Cactus Cravath to Salt Lake, with Wilhoit bringing speed and range in the outfield. Wilhoit’s big league prospects look doubtful, Cravath’s arrival could boost the Bees in the coast circuit.
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Cravath Returns to Mormon Capital as Playing Manager
Cravath has taken a strong post in the Mormon capital with funds to rebuild a team. He will act as playing manager for the Bees and should perform well in the outfield. He faces easier pitching than in the majors and may challenge Shelley’s home run record from last year.
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Bees Sign World Record Holder Joe Wilhoit for 1921 Prospects
Salt Lake fans celebrate the acquisition of Joe Wilhoit, the 1919 67 game hitting streak record holder with Wichita. Wilhoit’s major league failures contrasted with strong minor league success, including a stint with Vernon and time with the Giants and Braves, before flourishing again in the American Association.
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Wilhoit Sets Coast League Streak Record In 1919 Trade
In 1919 Seattle bought Wilhoit but manager Wild Bill Clymer failed to utilize him. He was sent to Frank Isbell at Wichita where Wilhoit began a remarkable hitting streak, reaching 67 straight games and breaking the prior 49 game Coast league mark set by Jack Ness.
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Tait and France Signed for Second Legion Show
Clonie Tait, light-weight champion of Australia, Canada and England, and Earl France, Pacific coast light-weight claimant, will headline the second boxing bout in Butte under the American Legion. The Broadway arena hosts the April 5 card with Ray Rose and Sammy Gordon in the bantamweight semi and a six-round prelim. The 31-round program features 15 rounds main, 10 semi, six prelims. France drew with Jack Josephs in Missoula and aims to prove coast division supremacy. Tait has claimed multiple global titles with notable early career knockouts.
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Anaconda Girls Challenge Butte For Montana Championship
Gregson manager Forsythe received a message from the Anaconda Girls Swimming Club offering to match four Anaconda swimmers against four Butte girls who competed at Gregson previously. The aim is the girls amateur championship of Montana, with a match likely to be arranged soon.
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Ancient Custom of Morning Burials
A historical note describes an old practice burying the young at dawn to honor death and the belief that Aurora stole the youths for her embrace.
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Stolen Bicycles Recovered From Abandoned Cabin
Probation Officers Sullivan and Fox found a large stash of bicycles hidden behind a Franklin street cabin. The loot, including Ranger and Indian models and many dismantled parts, suggests wholesale theft. Officers will return items to owners after identification.
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Utah Defeats Billings In Rockies Title Fight
Logan high school basketball team defeated Billings Montana high school champions of Montana and Rocky Mountain title challengers 57 to 27 in the opening game of the series. The teams play again tomorrow night with a possible third game on Monday.
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Howat accused of contempt of court in strike call
Alexander M. Howat, president of the Kansas mine workers, and three district board members were arrested in Pittsburg Kansas on charges of contempt of court linked to a strike at a local coal mine.
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